How to Spot a Concealed Weapon – Fast Around the U.S. and the world, people carry guns. If they are not working in an overt context, whether legal or not, they will endeavor to conceal the gun, usually a handgun. They could be another armed citizen going about their day, possibly like you, an…
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Three Part Synopsis of the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral by Dave Spaulding
H/T Wynn Gunfight On Fremont Street: O.K. Corral Part 1 Dave Spaulding gives a detailed break down of the gunfight, putting aside historical romanticism and getting down to the brass tacks of killing and survival with a firearm in the 19th century Old West. Part Two and Part Three can be found here. …
The Most Important Pistol Skill
Guerilla Warfare 101: Lessons from the Spanish Civil War
H/T WRSA The Spanish CNT-FAI Anarchist Defense Cadre Operating Concept The author of this essay, Karl Dahl has a book out titled Faction that I highly recommend. Study Up and Gear Up Gents. Spicy Times are on the Menu.
Rifleman’s Corner: Complete Guide on How to Set Up Your Battle Belt
Complete Guide on How to Set Up Your Battle Belt A very thorough and detailed guide on setting up a practical and functional Rifleman’s/Battle Belt.
Constructing a War Rig
From the Archives, 2015 No, not that kind of War Rig! I recently wrapped up an ongoing project to finish all of my “ESG” or Essential Support Gear (The rigs I use to haul mags and other swag). The two main rigs that I use are Chest Rigs and a Rifleman’s Belt. I also have…
“Metal on Meat” Drill
Though D.J. does not use that term, that is the term I learned it as when I was taught this technique back in the day. Simply put, “Metal on Meat” is SUPER IMPOSING the frame of your weapon on your target without taking the time to input and calculate sight alignment. This is when…
The Surveillance State: Israeli Unit 8200-Created Spyware Firms Assisting Mexican Cartels
Israeli Unit 8200-Created Spyware Firms Assisting Mexican Cartels In 2023 alone, eight journalists have been killed due to being tracked down using NSO Group’s software. When Sinaloa cartel leader, Joaquin Guzman-Loera, also known as El Chapo, was on trial, one of his engineers stated, “I bought interception equipment that allows access to phone calls,…
Pistol Corner: Texas DPS 25yd Course of Fire
Texas DPS 25 yard course of fire This is a variation of a “tune-up” drill I shoot regularly. It’s a really good 50 round Course of Fire that maximizes both your range time and ammo. *The more movement you can integrate into this drill, the better. (Getting off the “X”)
Practical Skill Set’s: 8 Emergency Preparedness Drills to Do with Your Kids
8 Emergency Preparedness Drills to Do with Your Kids In times like these you need to prioritize your training to PROTECT your children. This is a solid primer on preparing your children for the worst case scenario. I was taught very early by my parents that the world is a dangerous place. Remember: It’s not…