The New 250 Drill Skills Check
Evolution can be defined as any process of growth or development. Applying this to a training doctrine, we have seen a continual evolution of the Modern Technique since Jeff Cooper came down from the mountain and introduced it to the world through the training program at a place now referred …
This Mustang Won’t Run
Like any other malfunctioning firearm, complete disassembly and inspection of all of its parts is highly recommend. Then, thoroughly clean and lubricate the gun, which may be enough to fix the problem. Many years ago, when I was a beat cop, I carried a Colt Mustang .380 ACP as my …
Adams Arms AA19 Semi-Auto Pistol Review
Best known for their piston-driven AR platform rifles, Adams Arms launched their first complete pistol in 2021, the compact semi-automatic 9 mm AA19. Accurate, comfortable in the hand and reliable, the AA19 is a great choice for home defense and concealed carry, and right out of the box it will accommodate a …
Understanding the Slide Stop
If you’ve been shooting semi-automatic pistols for more than a minute, you’ve inevitably locked the slide to an open chamber position. You have shot to a condition where you have expended all remaining rounds in your magazine and have observed your slide locked to the rearward position. Whether you manually …
First Look: Springfield Armory/Alexo Athletica Concealed Carry Clothing
Springfield Armory is partnering with Alexo Athletica to rollout a collection of readywear designed for those who choose to carry a defensive firearm while living an active lifestyle. “Springfield Armory is thrilled to be partnered with Alexo Athletica on this exciting, creative lifestyle project. Alexo Athletica and Springfield Armory share the same vision …
First Look: Easton Sonic Helical-Fletched Arrows
Helical fletching on arrow shafts can yield massive dividends for broadhead stabilization. This is likely one of the reasons helical fletching is a top-requested feature in custom-built arrows. Now, bowhunters can get this enhancement without added expense and wait times, thanks to the Easton Sonic 6.0 6mm carbon arrow, which comes with an industry-first …
Handloads: An Easy-Recoiling 8 mm Mauser
Most Americans identify it simply as the 8 mm Mauser, but it has also been referred to as 7.92×57 mm Mauser, 8×57 mm Mauser, 8×57 mm JS and 8×57 mm S. To further complicate matters, the 8 mm Mauser and .30-’06 Sprg. were both originally military cartridges similar enough in appearance …
NAA Guardian: A Sturdy, Little Pocket Pistol
North American Arms introduced its first semi-automatic pistol in 1997. The aptly named Guardian was small, lightweight, ideal for concealed carry and chambered in .32 ACP. Sales were solid and bolstered in 2001 when the company answered the demand for a more formidable chambering with a .380 ACP version. The firm is …
Preview: Lucid C3 Weapons Light
Long recognized as a purveyor of quality, economical red-dot and variable-magnification riflescopes, Lucid Optics has now stepped into the illumination game with its C3 Weapons Light. Intended primarily for use aboard a defensive carbine, the 3″-long C3 can be affixed to any three-slot segment of Picatinny rail, and its low …
IT’S THE CRIME. POLITICAL LEADERS MUST FACE REALITY.
The senseless homicides of six in Sacramento are tragic. It is a shocking and sober reminder that criminals have no respect for the law or for human life. That’s why it is appalling that politicians immediately leaped to calls for more gun control without knowing even the basic facts of …