Caldwell's Stinger solves some fundamental challenges with rifle shooting. I had been resistant to the use of rests, perhaps as an old Soldiering habit. Train as you fight, so shoot free-hand was the mantra. All of that goes out the window however if you are truly trying to test, zero, or even teach with a simpler experience. All of those require a stable shooting platform … [Read more...]
American Tactical M1911 Military The 1911 market is awash with options which can make it easy both to find exactly what you’re looking for and easy to get lost trying to pick one. In March we saw Inland’s 1911 A1 Government which offered all the looks of a G.I. style 1911, roll marks included. This month we’re taking a look at American Tactical’s option; the … [Read more...]
The holster market is a busy one. There are the name-brand giants with imported, Chinese made plastic for cheap, your friend down the road who does kydex in his garage, and ultra-premium options that cost enough to mean you won't be hitting the range anytime soon. Somewhere out there is a Goldilocks brand. If you've been carrying daily for any length of time you've probably … [Read more...]
As Many have already proclaimed, 2017 is shaping up to be the year of the pistol-caliber-carbine. PCCs as they're known by those in a hurry are excellent firearms for a variety of reasons. Generally handgun ammunition is less expensive, has less recoil, and is more readily available than rifle ammunition. Add to that the increased practicality for home-defense use and indoor … [Read more...]
Gun tests are everywhere. It seems that for every make and model there is a report of amazing results, especially if it's in a pay-for-play magazine or on a pay-for-play YouTube channel. Countering those claims are often dozens of e-experts who claim the most terrible experiences ever not recorded. The truth is they could very likely all be true. No matter who you are, what … [Read more...]
Erika of GBGuns began shooting just three years ago. Prior to meeting me she had, “shot a gun before” and that was it. After a few weeks of plinking on the weekends I took her to Front Sight for back-to-back four-day handgun and carbine courses. The rest is evident in the excellent shooting we see her do in review after review. Recently I asked her if she had any … [Read more...]
