I got asked this question the other day by a very close friend of mine and it got me to thinking seriously about my current combative training routine. (and understand when I say “Combative” training routine I am referring to my ENTIRE martial training: Empty Hand, Stick, Knife, Gun.) Now before I jump into this…
Category: Firearm Training Tips
Armed Citizen Corner: Understanding Combat Accuracy
I have been hearing a lot about “STIMULUS CHECKS” lately. Here is an ideal: How about we make an effort to “STIMULATE” Our Preparedness and Firearms Training? Here is an article from the ARCHIVES to Get You Started. What Is An Acceptable Level of Combat Accuracy (And Do You Measure Up)? Anybody who has…
Dragunov SVD (Chinese Type 85/NDM86) – Cold War Sniper Perfection
Being a Military Arms Historian and a Cold War History Nut, I am a big fan of 9-Hole Reviews YouTube Channel. They do some excellent testing of various rifle systems out to practical combat distances. This is a Two-fer, the first vid is a 13 minute mini-doc on the Dragunov SVD Sniper Rifle and the…
Avoid MAWOL!
Heads Up! Avoid MAWOL Great article on why we need to keep our heads out of our damn phones when in public places. Stay Alert, Armed and Dangerous!
Reality Check: Are You Good Enough to Take a Head Shot When Everything is On the Line?
Are You Good Enough to Take a Head Shot When Everything is On the Line? A No BS article about the stark reality of head shots. Stay Alert, Armed and Dangerous!
Firearms History: Thompson Submachine Gun, .30 Caliber Prototype
A Tale of Two Histories: Thompson Submachine Gun, .30-Caliber Prototype It never ceases to amaze me at the different types of proto-types the U.S Military tried out.
Another Example of Why Open Carry is a Bad Ideal
To me the argument of Concealed Carry vs Open Carry is an easy one. My main argument against Open Carry is twofold: (1) Even before there is trouble, the bad guy KNOWS you are armed and therefore you have lost the element of surprise and become a target. (2) When you do get into a…
No One Is Coming To Save You
No One Is Coming To Save You With everything going on Virginia right now I thought this post was very relevant reading. When you simplify the equation down regarding the safety of you and your family in a world that is quickly going to hell in a hand basket, this is the common denominator….
Fighting or Shooting?
Fighting or Shooting? Dave Spaulding lays it down about what it means to be WILLING in a FIGHT. Stay Alert, Armed and Dangerous!
Awareness and Managing Unknown Contacts: Before a Harsh Word or a Gun
“A good self-defense course should begin with not letting it get shitty.” Gun Guys need to learn 3 Words in order to have a more stress free life: Avoidance, Deterrence, De-Escalation.