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Test Drive
on Apr 02, 2012
I recently became curious to see what (if anything) I could learn through the relatively brief exposure of a typical rental gun experience. I deliberately complicated the issue by subjecting three pistols to the shortest, most informal and decidedly unscientific head-to-head comparison ever. Read More »
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Fighting with a Shotgun
on Dec 15, 2011
Shotguns are incredibly versatile weapons that can be used very successfully as self-defense tools. This article addresses using a shotgun for self-defense purposes, including preferred set-up, shooting mechanics, and manipulation during a fight. Read More »
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Design Your Own Firearms Training Program
on Aug 31, 2011
I am often asked what gun I like best, and although I answer the question, I wish people would shift their thinking. While I understand why people worry about gear, what really piques my interest is when someone asks how I think they should train. Read More »
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Controlling Your Rifle
on Jun 22, 2011
Do you control your rifle? Can you shoot it accurately, yet very fast, at distances of 25 yards or more? Mike Seeklander presents a high-performance stance/mount system that will ensure you can not only shoot accurately with your rifle, but also get it on target quickly and shoot with superior speed. Read More »
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Maximizing the Combat Grip
on Sep 14, 2010
Understanding, developing and refining an effective and consistent combat grip on the pistol are essential to repeatedly engage a designated target with both fundamental and combative marksmanship. While a less than optimal grip will allow us to hit a target once, follow-up shots are unlikely to hit where we want without a consistent combat grip. Read More »
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The Revolver Malfunction Drill
on Aug 18, 2010
Revolver shooters tend to be a pretty smug lot when it comes to dealing with malfunctions. The usual prescription is "Pull the trigger again!" But that doesn't solve all problems, and most people don't know that there is a malfunction drill for revolvers, one that addresses all the likely failures. Read More »
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The Revolver: Unappreciated Advantages
on Jan 13, 2010
I'm sure you've heard it before: someone asks, "Which is better: revolver or autoloader?" Everyone chimes in that revolvers are more reliable and simpler to operate. Read on to hear both sides. Read More »
