Colt Model 1855 Black Powder In-line Repeating Rifle: The first mass produced black powder percussion cap in-line ignition system rifles were manufactured by Colt for the United States Army in 1855, to which they supplied 4,435 of their multiple shot rotating cylinder rifles. Modern, Inline Ignition, Muzzleloaded Rifles: In-line black powder rifle technology was re-introduced […]
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How to Sight In A Rifle
Rifle Sights And Bullet Trajectory: 1. This first thing to know when sighting in a rifle is that all rifle sighting systems give you a point of aim on any target. 2. The second thing to know when sighting in a rifle is that all rifle sighting systems compensate bullet drop. 3. The third thing to know when […]
M1 Carbine
M1 Carbine: The .30″ caliber M1 Carbine or M1 Carbine was a lightweight semi-automatic carbine that became a standard firearm in the U.S. military during World War II and the Korean War, and was produced in several variants. It was widely used by U.S. and foreign military and paramilitary forces, and has also been a […]
New guns of SHOT Show 2018
Every year, the National Shooting Sports Foundation hosts the annual Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trades (SHOT) Show. The show allows the gun industry to showcase the newest firearms and related gear. SHOT Show just ended last month in Las Vegas, Nevada, where it’s been held for several years. The following is just a few of […]
Considerations For Armed Church Security Plan
Have a church security plan for your place of worship (or even your business). Like it or not, Americans have to face the reality of today’s real-world threats right here on our own soil. Some of these threats come from abroad or are influenced by foreign fanaticism. Unfortunately, as witnessed in recent weeks, we must […]
Why You Need Good Training For Concealed Carry
Everyone has the right of self-defense. Going a step further, you have made the decision to obtain your concealed carry license. But is that enough? In all likelihood it is not. Don’t get me wrong; I believe in your right to protect yourself and your family and I believe in the 2nd Amendment. The problem […]
A Primer On The Concealed Carry Gun Holster
If there is one thing you’ll find out as you go on through your career as a concealed gun carrier, it’s that there are as many concealed carry gun holsters as there are firearms manufacturers. Trying to figure out which one is best for you, your method of carry, your body type, and everything else […]
What I Keep In My Gun Range Bag
Range Bag Dump What you keep in your range bag could be the sole deciding factor to how successful your training day is. Take it from personal experience, it’s good to have a dedicated range bag with things already stocked in it, instead of getting there only to find out that you’re missing staples or […]
A Good Day With The Wife And Kids At The Gun Range
Today was a good day. I got to knock off early and spend some quality time with my wife and kids. I took them to one of my favorite hangouts in town, the local indoor gun range. The girls enjoyed finally getting the chance to put in some range time with the last presents they […]
The Importance Of Gun Training At Every Age Cannot Be Overstated
We’ve discussed in great length the importance of carrying a self-defense weapon, or having access to one, at all times. The truth is, we never know where tragedy will strike when at home, in the car, on the road in a hotel, etc. Such is the case for an 82 year old man who needed […]
