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Archives for August 2018

Stamp Out The NFA!

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August 31, 2018

Filed Under: Comics Tagged With: ATF, Comics, Gun Control, NFA, Second Amendment

Armed Good Guys: Carjacker With Knife Meets Gun

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Carjacker With Knife Meets Gun


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August 31, 2018

Filed Under: News, Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, North Carolina, Texas

Will Turning Off Your Laser Save the Batteries?

Crimson Trace has a new video series that dispels some of the myths surrounding firearm-mounted lasers. It is not uncommon to pick up a pistol with laser grips and find the switch in the off position. When you ask “Why?” the most common response is to save the batteries. Crimson Trace offers free batteries for life, so that mitigates part of the argument, but you still don’t want to pick up your firearm in an emergency only to discover a dead battery, so Crimson Trace addressed the issue in a video. [Read more…] about Will Turning Off Your Laser Save the Batteries?


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August 31, 2018

Filed Under: Self Defense, Tactics, Video Tagged With: Crimson Trace, Laser Sights

Dissident Arms And The VEPR 12 – Unleash The Beast

I have heard it said, the Molot Vepr 12 is a beast that is ready for almost any task. Unfortunately, with the sanctions implemented last year, this beast seems to have been cut down in its prime. With collectors calling for the last few units left in the country, the price of the Vepr—and all Molot’s for that matter—seems to continue to rise. This is unfortunate as the Vepr 12 has seemed to surge in popularity among many shooters and particularly amongst competitive shooters. [Read more…] about Dissident Arms And The VEPR 12 – Unleash The Beast


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August 30, 2018

Filed Under: Anything AK, Shotguns Tagged With: 12 gauge, Russian AK, VEPR

Did Anti-Gunners Move Too Quickly?

The Daily Wire recently took a scathing verbal swipe at anti-gunners. The anti-gunners seemed to have rushed to exploit the recent shooting at a gamer gathering in Jacksonville, Florida. The assertion is that anti-gunners use such incidents to advance their political agenda before all the facts come out. “Predictably,” the Daily Wire observed, “pro-gun control politicians and activists instantly politicized the shooting before any details were confirmed by law enforcement officials, because it is often in that window of time—when the facts are unknown—that gun control advocates are able to advance their agenda the furthest.” [Read more…] about Did Anti-Gunners Move Too Quickly?


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August 30, 2018

Filed Under: Op-ed, Second Amendment Tagged With: Anti Gunners

Scratch That AR Itch — Build Your Own!

One of the coolest things about the Modern Sporting Rifle (MSR), built on the well-known AR-15 platform originally designed by Eugene Stoner, is the fact that the system is largely modular and can be assembled and modified by anyone possessing some basic tools and a bit of mechanical aptitude. Happily, for firearms enthusiasts, “easy to assemble” also translates to “easily customizable.” The concept has been so successful that the AR-15 and its countless variants have earned the names, The Swiss army knife of guns, frankengun, LEGOS for adults, and others. [Read more…] about Scratch That AR Itch — Build Your Own!


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August 28, 2018

Filed Under: Anything AR Tagged With: AR-15, DIY

Will Armenian AKs soon be coming to America?

The press secretary of the Ministry of Defence of Armenia has announced a contract between Kalashnikov Concern and Royalsys Engineering Ltd. This is big news and means AK-12 and AK-15 rifles will soon be produced in Armenia. [Read more…] about Will Armenian AKs soon be coming to America?


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August 28, 2018

Filed Under: Anything AK, News Tagged With: AK-12, AK-15, Armenia, Kalashnikov Concern

Review: Balios Lite Gen 2 AR Pistol

The Balios Lite Gen 2 AR Pistol is exceptional for tactical performance. The lightweight, maneuverable platform is perfect for short- and mid-range shooting. Hitting targets on the move with accuracy and limited recoil gives you a major tactical advantage in the field. [Read more…] about Review: Balios Lite Gen 2 AR Pistol


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August 26, 2018

Filed Under: Anything AR Tagged With: AR-15 Pistol, Balios Lite, Press Release

Armed Good Guys: Husband and Wife Team Up to Thwart Robber

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Husband and Wife Team Up to Thwart Robber

August 24, 2018

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Affordable Concealed Carry: SCCY

In mid-2012, I first read about a new gun manufacturer, SCCY, that was making an affordable CCW (Concealed Carry Weapon) in Florida. Needless to say, I was curious and wanted to test it. Over the years, I’ve always tried to review a variety of guns, at a variety of prices. I understand that anyone would love a $1,000+ gun, but for some that is a currently unattainable dream. Every socioeconomic class in the U.S. has the right to self-defense as well as the ability to defend those they love.
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August 24, 2018

Filed Under: Pistols Tagged With: Concealed Carry, Pocket Pistols, SCCY

Art of Defense: Improving Your Draw

In Art of Defense Episode 3, Beau Doboszenski of Defensive Mindset Training goes over three things you need to stop doing in order to achieve a faster draw. Get a solid, more accurate draw when it counts. [Read more…] about Art of Defense: Improving Your Draw

August 24, 2018

Filed Under: Tactics, Video Tagged With: Laser, Viridian

Anti-Gun Panic Attack Over School Funds for Guns

When the New York Times reported earlier this week that the U.S. Department of Education was “considering whether to allow states to use federal funding to purchase guns for educators, according to multiple people with knowledge of the plan,” it ignited hysteria among anti-gun Democrats and gun prohibition lobbying groups. [Read more…] about Anti-Gun Panic Attack Over School Funds for Guns

August 24, 2018

Filed Under: Politics, Second Amendment Tagged With: Good Guy With a Gun, Guns in Schools

Crimson Trace LiNQ: Your AR’s Best Friend

A few weeks ago, as I worked up my personal go-anywhere-do-anything rifle, I elected to mount the new Crimson Trace LiNQ system from Crimson Trace. The LiNQ is a true wireless activated combat light and laser system. The system isn’t overly complicated—even less so if you do not use all of the features but concentrate on the modes that suit your needs. [Read more…] about Crimson Trace LiNQ: Your AR’s Best Friend

August 24, 2018

Filed Under: Anything AR, Reviews Tagged With: Crimson Trace, Laser, Tactical Light

Aluminum-Frame Pistols Make Sense

After deploying a steel-frame handgun for many years, I have come to appreciate lightweight (LW) frame handguns. Aluminum frame revolvers and self-loaders have become trusted companions. I am not one to save a few ounces at the cost of my life, but I do not wish to carry more weight than necessary. [Read more…] about Aluminum-Frame Pistols Make Sense

August 24, 2018

Filed Under: 1911, Pistols, SIG Sauer Tagged With: Beretta, Colt, Commander, Hornady Ammunition, SIG Sauer, Smith and Wesson, Winchester Ammunition

Military Arms Channel: Arex Alpha Review

Arex of Slovenia made a big splash with its Arex Rex Zero 1S 9mm pistol a couple years ago. Tim from the Military Arms Channel beat one up pretty good, and it did incredibly well. Fast forward and Arex has a competition model, called the Arex Rex Alpha 9mm pistol. The Alpha is designed to go toe to toe with guns such as the CZ Shadow and STI Edge. This is a video worth watching if you’re in the market for a high end match/target pistol. If you are not, you will be after handling the Alpha. [Read more…] about Military Arms Channel: Arex Alpha Review

August 17, 2018

Filed Under: Arex, Pistols, Reviews Tagged With: 9mm, Arex Alpha, Competition, Competitive Shooting, FIME Group, Military Arms Channel

Premium Series Review: Kahr K9 Elite

Kahr was one of the first major producers of handguns in the U.S. to focus on the CCW market. For over 20 years, Kahr has quietly manufactured some of the finest handguns on the market. In addition to this, many would be surprised to learn that Kahr’s parent company (Kahr Firearms Group) is the owner of: Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance, and Magnum Research. Three iconic American firearms companies. From that comes one of its flagship performers, the Kahr K9 Elite. [Read more…] about Premium Series Review: Kahr K9 Elite

August 17, 2018

Filed Under: Kahr, Pistols, Reviews Tagged With: 9mm, Kahr Arms

Armed Good Guys: Police Encourage Citizens to Exercise 2A Rights

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Police Encourage Citizens to Exercise 2A Rights

August 17, 2018

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

USA Today Reinforces, Democrats are ‘Party of Gun Control’

Recently, The Armory published ‘Gun Control a Third Rail of Democratic Campaigns.’ The story reported on groups calling for calling for Democrats to “embrace a bolder approach to restrictions on guns.” Now, USA Today is reporting that Democrats are “flooding the airwaves” with gun control advertising in the lead-up to the midterm elections. [Read more…] about USA Today Reinforces, Democrats are ‘Party of Gun Control’

August 16, 2018

Filed Under: Op-ed, Politics, Second Amendment Tagged With: Democrats, Liberty Park Press, Second Amendment

Anti-Gun Group’s New PSA Misfires With “Family Fire”

The Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence has teamed up with the Ad Council to launch “End Family Fire,” a new national multi-platform campaign they say is designed to promote safe storage of firearms in the home. [Read more…] about Anti-Gun Group’s New PSA Misfires With “Family Fire”

August 14, 2018

Filed Under: Industry, Politics, Second Amendment Tagged With: Gun Control, National Shooting Sports Foundation

Mil-Dot and Mils: Understanding Minute of Angle

Several readers have asked for explanations of minute of angle and the measurement term “milliradian” (mil) and how to use a mil-dot scope to measure the distance to the target, at the range and in the field. In the accompanying two videos, the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Ryan Cleckner explains both concepts and how to put them to best use. [Read more…] about Mil-Dot and Mils: Understanding Minute of Angle

August 13, 2018

Filed Under: How To, Tactics Tagged With: Long-Range Shooting, Mil-Dot, Milliradians

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