Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
Evacuation Considerations for American Gun Owner
The west coast fires are forcing lots of people to consider how they might evacuate their homes on short notice. Here are some tips.
Cover Concepts for the Armed Citizen
When I watch videos of armed citizen versus criminal gunfights, I rarely see the citizen effectively using cover. I think the primary reason people don’t seek cover in gunfights is that they seldom train themselves to do so.
The Guns Of 007
A fun look at some movie guns.
Castle Doctrine Fact vs. Fiction
Massad Ayoob writes a very comprehensive piece on castle doctrine, focusing on some cases where homeowners thought they were justified to shoot, but were not. Read the article. My advice to students has always been to ignore the “rights” given to you under castle doctrine. Make the decision to shoot based on whether or not the criminal suspect is a lethal threat to you. If you follow those guidelines, you’ll never be wrong.
How to Carry a .32 ACP
Whether I like it or not, the fact remains that more of my students are carrying guns like this than full-sized auto pistols. If you are going to carry a “mouse gun” it’s important to understand best practices. You should also check out .32 ACP Federal Hydra-Shok DEEP! (Vs. Gold Dot) Who Says .32 ACP Isn’t Enough!? and Is FMJ for Pocket Guns Any Good? .380 ACP VS .32 ACP – Federal American Eagle Ballistic Gel Test.
Some of you prefer small revolvers to small autopistols. I’ve been recommending carrying wadcutter loads in lightweight snub revolvers for a long time. One of the only downsides to that practice is that lead wadcutters don’t perform well against automobile glass. .38 Special Plated Wadcutters VS Lead Wadcutters (VS Auto Glass) for Defense.
7 Ways Good Guys Can Screw Up in Armed Self-Defense Situations
In today’s world it isn’t enough just to survive the tactical problem.
Stop and Rob Lives Up To Its Name in Houston
Think about how you might handle this three-on-one carjacking scenario.
Should You Use Shotgun Slugs For Self-Defense? Let’s Find Out
My home defense shotguns are loaded with 00 Buck shells. I carry nothing but slugs in the side saddle for extra ammo. Logically, if the seven rounds of 00 buck don’t solve the problem, the bad guy is wearing armor, is behind hard cover, or is a very long distance away from me. Slugs work well to solve those tactical problems.
Lou Ann Hamblin and Jamie Pavlischak discuss magazine releases for smaller shooters
Lou Ann is slaughtering some sacred cows here. Do you need an “ambidextrous” mag release button if you are a lefty? Lou Ann says “no,” especially if you have shorter thumbs.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Consummate Professional
“The world is divided into two groups of shooters—those who train and those who do not.”
What I’m reading…
I think a lot of frustrated cops may resonate with this story line.
“John Macandale was a respected police officer in the small town of Logan, Pennsylvania. Happily married, he only wanted to serve his community and work until retirement.
But in a time when the anti-police movement gained power and influence, it just wasn’t meant to be.
Following a high-profile use of force incident and subsequent murder attempt against him and his wife at their home, Macandale’s ordered existence soon turned to chaos.
His career and reputation were destroyed as the danger stalked him at every turn. And when he lost the only person who ever held him together, he finally learned what his limit was. It would go this far, but no more.
Drawing on his experience as a law enforcement officer and Marine combat veteran, Macandale goes head-on against the anti-police mob, resulting in a shocking climax one spring night.
It has been said that the most dangerous man is the one who has nothing to lose. But John Macandale will show you that the truly most dangerous man is the one who is willing to trade his life in order to take yours.”
Guns & Ammo Throwback: Jeff Cooper vs. Terrorism
The colonel’s thoughts on terrorism from an article written 50 years ago.
7 Keys to Winning a Use-of-Force Lawsuit
Useful advice for my police readers. You should also check out their 5 Tips for Testifying After a Shooting.
Tips & Techniques: “Right & Wrong” Drill
Justin Dyal gives us a unique 15-round shooting drill.
Safety Protocols to Avoid Negative Outcomes
The Tactical Professor provides us some best practices for “snapping.”
Beat, Break, Damage or Wait? Real “Ground” Fighting
Hock shares some ideas about ground fighting that you may not have considered. You should also read his article titles Protecting the Belt.
.45 ACP is Fudd? 9mm VS .45 ACP – Federal Punch
I like the Federal Punch rimfire loads. Here’s a look at how the new designs perform in service calibers.
My Single-Shot Survival Shotgun Project – Swift | Silent | Deadly
This shotgun isn’t nearly as cool as my 1301, but it could be exceptionally useful in a survival situation.
Inside Story: Episode IV – The OG Gathering Part Two
Last week, I posted video of a discussion between several of the old guard in the firearms training community. Now it’s time to watch Part Two and Part Three.
IWB Potty Break Tips
Some suggestions for using a public toilet while carrying a gun. If you choose to use the “underwear hammock” as described, I prefer that you keep the gun in the holster and remove your holster from the belt. Placing the holstered gun into the”hammock” will be safer. When Duty Calls provides additional advice regarding this issue.
How Do I Lock Back My Pistol Slide?
A skill that many beginning shooters find exceptionally frustrating.
GANGSTER HUNTERS
While I don’t know that I can truly live up to Massad’s description of “discerning,” I must admit that I am really enjoying the Gangster Hunters book.
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