Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
Alternative Concealed Carry Methods as the Seasons Change
Great minds think alike. You may see the exact same carry methods (and the exact same jacket) in this article I wrote a couple years ago. This is good stuff from Daniel. On the same topic, you may also enjoy The Benefits of Winter Carry.
The Expert Trap: Protecting Police from Unreasonable Expectations – Force Science
“As clearly as possible, courts have repeatedly emphasized that police officers are not expected to choose the best or even a better course of action—the law requires only that their actions be reasonable. Yet, the academic theory of officer-created jeopardy and the relentless push for “expert” decision-making and performance—fueled by academic, activist, and progressive influences—risks creating expectations that conflict with the realities of human performance and the complex operating environment that often defines policing.”
4 Qualities Your Concealed Carry Gun Must Have
“Reliability is the single most important element in the selection of a personal defense weapon. The only justification for firing a weapon at a human being is to stop that person from killing or seriously injuring you or a third party. If you need a pistol for real, you need it very badly indeed. Your pistol must work each and every time you reach for it. If it doesn’t, get it fixed or replace it.”
Lifestyle Branding – Kevin Creighton
Something gun retailers could learn.
What I’m reading…
The Rifle Mag as a Monopod
My experience echoes that of the author and the high speed folks he interviewed. I use the magazine as a monopod when going prone. It provides significantly better accuracy and has never caused a malfunction in all my years of training.
Dr. Kelly Starrett: How to Improve Your Mobility, Posture & Flexibility
This is the most sensible training advice that I’ve heard in a very long time. If you work out in any way, you will find some valuable nuggets in this one.
Lock Picking: A Brief Introduction
I really think most folks could find some utility in learning some basic lock picking skills.
46 things a young man should know: and counting
A pretty good list.
These are a few of my favorite things…….
If you are a gun nerd and like firearms history like I do, you’ll appreciate Shane’s article.
5 Targets You Should Always Have
Most of you would shoot better if you used your targets more purposely.
Merry Christmas, Bob
My favorite T-Nation article of all time. A little dose of holiday inspiration for all of you.
Trigger Control is the Most Important Thing!
Pay attention to Simon’s advice.
BG2. New project. Initial inspection.
Rhett takes a look at the new Smith Bodyguard II.
14 Best Service Pistols Of The World
Are you curious about the handguns carried by foreign military personnel? If you travel, you should be. If you find yourself in need of getting your hands on a weapon quickly, targeting an untrained guard, cop, or military officer might be a viable option in very extenuating circumstances. You should probably know exactly what type of weapon is issued to each soldier and how to effectively use it. The information in this article is a good first step
Finding Your Tribe – A Primer On Connecting With Fellow Preppers
A topic that I can certainly work harder at. You may also like this article from Paul’s site about night vision as well.
Everything You Wanted to Know About .44 Magnum
It seems fewer and fewer people are knowledgeable about big bore revolvers. Here’s your chance to rectify that.
Attack Cycle
Criminal attack cycles are important to understand.
Cops & Criminal Charges: Tips from an Attorney
Excellent legal advice for my police readers.
We’ll Never Solve Our Gun-Related Violent Crime Problem Until We’re Willing to Talk About Race
A topic few people seem willing to discuss, let alone address. If you are interested in crime statistics, you may also like to read Debunking the lead crime hypothesis.
Keeping Your Skills Sharp
“Many times, while teaching at Gunsite, I get asked how often a person should be training to not only stay sharp, but to build on the skills they just learned. While I wish there was a perfect and easy answer of “shoot this many times and this many rounds and you will always be sharp and ready,” that just is not reality. Skills related to the use of a handgun or rifle are perishable. Just like when you achieve a level of fitness, you must continue working out to keep at that level. Then, if you want to increase your skill level, you have to push yourself even harder.”
What Zero For Your Fighting Rifle?
Clint Smith talks rifle zero.
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