Obviously, the civil unrest and rioting is on our minds of late. This threat indeed warrants consideration beyond more typical criminal activity. However, I think that many are not being particularly realistic in their approach. Consider the following: Long Guns How should the possibility of driving into a riot and having your vehicle accosted change... Continue Reading →
Tips for Staying Armed While Running and Exercising
I am not much of a runner; most of my aerobics exercise is done on stationary bikes or elliptical machines. Yeah, pretty lame, I know. High impact activity is no friend of my knees. However, during the beer flu lockdown I have been doing more running than usual. My kids ride their bikes and I... Continue Reading →
CCX2 – Discussing the Ammo Shortage, Carrying while Exercising, Riot Defense, Mindset, and More
I was on the CCX2 show again and we had an entertaining, and occasionally informational, discussion on current events. We also delve into the ammo shortage, dry fire training, building mindset, carrying a gun while exercising, self-defense during riots, and a lot more. You can check it out here.
Is A Small-Frame Revolver Enough Gun?
This might be akin to asking “what is the meaning of life?” I have tackled this subject numerous times in my writing in the past. The bottom line is, most of the time a revolver will get the armed citizen out of a jam. There is no denying that. However, I reiterate, most of the... Continue Reading →
The Feasibility of Pocket Carry for Those Who Usually Don’t
Pocket carry is quite popular and has a number of substantial advantages: Notably, you can pre-emptively acquire a grip on the gun and look like a dude that just has his hand in his pocket. If you practice sufficiently, the draw is very fast if the grip is already established. The other benefit is that... Continue Reading →
The Leatherman Skeletool
I am a life-long multi tool junkie and I came to the conclusion long ago that a multi tool is an essential element of preparedness. If you don’t carry one on your person you should at least have one in your go bag. As a teenager I acquired the original Leatherman. I have owned some... Continue Reading →
CCX2 – Lethal Force and Riot Defense Discussion
I was a guest on the CCX2 show again and we had an excellent discussion on lethal force related to civil unrest and riots, as well as a good discussion on alternate forms of carry while exercising, and a number of other topics. If interested, check it out Here.
Speed Loader vs. Speed Strip: A Reality Check
I have made the argument in the past that speedloaders somewhat defeat the purpose of small-frame revolvers as they prove bulky to carry and the small revolver is a gun for use when the highest of discretion and concealment is required. The more I continue to use both reloading devices the more my experience solidifies... Continue Reading →
Weight and Carry Gun Practicality
When we discuss what is “practical” in the gun community we may as well be discussing beauty. Certainly, practicality is often only determined in the eye of the beholder. However, if we try to be pragmatic, we can come up with some generalizations. For example, carrying an equivalent tool that is less weight would certainly... Continue Reading →
CCX2 – Discussion on Justified Force
Had a great discussion with USA Carry and Concealed Nation on the CCX2 show about justified force concerning some recent incidents, and a whole lot more. If interested, check it out here.
