Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
Ayoob Files: Murder or Self-Defense?
Massad Ayoob brings up some legal issues you should understand in this case debrief. For more of Mas’ content, read Lost Secret of Pistol Shooting: The Crush Grip and The 3″ Barrel Round Butt Revolver.
.380 ACP Ammo Battle – Speer Gold Dot VS Federal Hydra-Shok VS Hornady American Gunner
A couple weeks ago I mentioned that I’m OK carrying ball ammo in my .380 autos. Here’s more evidence why this is a good idea. What about the exotic ammo available? Check out this video.
Bob Vogel on the Speed Accuracy Drill
Give this drill a shot during your next training session. I think it is far more valuable than the “Bill Drills” some of you are doing.
“Not Today, Satan!”: Ex-FBI Agent Finds Possible ATF Honeypot Website Operation Selling Glock Switches
I hope none of you are trying to buy Glock switches on the internet.
“Just Shoot ‘Em In The Face” … Let’s talk about this!!
Doc Williams discusses some important issues regarding headshots.
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Things You May Do That Give Away You’re Carrying A Gun
These are the “tells” people like me look for when we see you in public. You won’t have to worry if I notice them, but the smart criminals are looking as well. If I can see them, so can they. Don’t give up the element of surprise.
Coaching the weird things out, value of unopposed & more
An academic study that may have some utility for you firearms instructors. Speaking of instructing, you also need to read Thoughts On The Effective Police Firearms Instructor.
But What About the Fundamentals?
Another important article you instructors should read.
Ammo Rotation with a Heavy Dry Practice Regimen
I think it makes good sense to cycle through your chambered carry rounds.
Body Armor Prices Set to Soar: Are Tariffs and Shortages About to Price You Out of Protection?
New tariffs are likely to significantly raise the prices of body armor. Lots of foreign ammo suppliers have been hit with the tariff as well. Expect another 2012-style ammo shortage.
RevolverFest 2025 Update
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I’ll be teaching here this year. There are only about 30 seats left. Sign up soon if you are interested.
Can’t Buy a Gun Now? Why Not Use a Black Powder Revolver For Home and Self Defense?
Last week I posted an article about a potential upcoming ammunition shortage. Have you considered purchasing a black powder revolver? It may be a bit of unconventional thinking, but having a cap and ball pistol has some advantages when ammunition supplies dry up. They may also be legal for some of you to possess despite having a felony criminal record (check your individual state laws to be sure.)
As a teenager, I shot a bunch of rounds through a reproduction .44 1860 Army black powder revolver. It would be a smoky mess to touch off in your house, but I think it would get the job done if I had to use it to repel home invaders.
Argument Spirals Out of Control In Signal Hill, CA
When the guns and knives come out in the grocery store, it’s time to look for the back exit.
The .22 Rifle: Practical and Tactical?
I would not feel undergunned if I had to use one of my 10/22 rifles to defend my home.
Top 10 types of travel theft (and how to be safe)
A fairly in-depth article about the way that thieves operate in foreign countries.
FlexCCarry℠ Solutions: A Positive Guide to Off-Body Carry
What I’m reading…
To Drop Safe, or Not Drop Safe? Is That Really The Question?
I’m betting a lot of you didn’t know this. That’s why I have an extensive discussion about the pros and cons of safety use when running a defensive shotgun.
Dry Practice Safety Procedures
If you’ve attended my close quarters shooting classes, you’ll remember we used rope or weed-eater string when students handled live guns. Here is another, even simpler, option.
Mastering Your Weapon Light(s) | Centrifuge Training
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Good stuff from Centrifuge here.
Junkers-Larsen JL-12; The Tommy Gun-Ship
A cool history lesson about an airplane equipped with 30 Thompson submachine guns. Each of the guns had four 100 round drum magazines. Two men were required to serve as loaders as the pilot dumped the rounds on soldiers below.
Here’s what city of Akron, media get wrong in police use-of-force cases
Kevin educates folks on police use of force legal standards.
The Future Of Warfare Is Now, Old Man: Updates From The Drone Front
Some information about the current state of drone warfare.
Arm Yourself With the Right Insurance
Information about the role your homeowner’s and umbrella liability insurance coverage works in a defensive shooting.
Axioms Of Dry-Fire Training
Dry fire training tips.
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