There are a couple thoughts regarding trigger manipulation, at least when it comes to handguns and self-defense pistols. The first thought is that trigger manipulation doesn’t matter, because grip, or the way you hold your pistol, is the most important thing. The other thought is that grip is the most important thing, but you should […]
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New Springfield SA 35 (Hi Power) and Mossberg’s MC2sc
We’re starting to get into the time of the year when gun manufacturers start to release guns like it’s their job. Already, we’ve had some great announcements from the likes of Kimber, Diamondback, and others. Over the weekend, there were two new guns announced. Let’s take a quick look at each one. Springfield Armory SA […]
Best 380 ACP Ammo For Self-Defense
The 380 ACP gets a lot of mixed reviews as a self-defense cartridge. Truth be told, there is a reason for this and many of the “experts” have claimed that it is insufficient for stopping an attack. Other people who I’d consider to be smart have said that the 380 ACP is likely the smallest […]
Diamondback Sidekick in 22 LR and 22 WMR
Based in Florida, Diamondback Firearms just recently announced a new revolver with an old west flavor. The Sidekick, a nine-shot revolver in single and double action in .22 LR or .22 Magnum. For folks wanting a lightweight revolver for hiking, small game hunting and back country utility the Sidekick may just be the ticket. While the .22 LR […]
Best 357 Magnum Ammo For Self-Defense
There tends to be two different trains of thought regarding self-defense ammo. The first thought says a bigger, heavier projectile is best for stopping an attack. The second one says that a smaller, but faster projectile is best. Truth be told, either one can be correct. When comparing 9mm vs 45 ACP, for example, this […]
Pros and Cons To a Pistol Laser
Several years ago a friend of mine showed me his brand new Crimson Trace laser he had just installed on his carry pistol. His reasoning behind his new contraption was that he wanted to be able to hit his target in a home defense scenario in the middle of the night. I can certainly understand […]
Can 9mm Stop A Bear?
Our discussion on the capabilities of the 9mm Luger continue. This time, we’ll be answering the following question: Can 9mm Stop a Bear? Yes, while it is far from the best choice, a 9mm can stop an angry, charging bear under the right circumstances when proper shot placement is achieved and as long as the […]
Can You Use 9MM FMJ For Self-Defense
The internet is filled with many different opinions on what is right or wrong regarding what type of ammunition you should use in any given situation. While many of the opinions out there mean well, some of them are false, or baked in half truths. Based in fact, let’s examine the answer for the following […]
Can 9mm Shoot Through a Car Door?
Can 9mm shoot through a car door? Yes 9mm can shoot through a car door, but how far the round goes will depend a lot on the ammo being used as well as the angle of the person shooting in relation to the car door. Let’s expand on this further. A while back I took […]
Best 357 Ammo For Bear Defense
There are a lot of differing opinions on the ability of the 357 Magnum round for bear defense. Whether or not you believe it’s a capable round or not doesn’t diminish the fact that some people will use it as their sidearm in the woods no matter what. The truth of the matter is that […]
