Vortex Optics AR-BDC2 Reticle
A deeper look at the Vortex Optics AR-BDC2 reticle found on their previous generation Strike Eagle LPVOs.
Short version: It’s simple. It’s functional. It works. I just wish it had a better manual.
Building a Quality Survival Kit on a Budget: Part 14
It’s time to add up to $25 worth of goodness to the budget survival kit. This month I am looking at defensive tools.
Pistol Mounted Red Dot Sight Failures and How to Deal with Them
One of the things I’ve noticed after talking with folks about pistol mounted red dot sights, is that not everyone is aware of types of failures that may occur with an RDS and how to deal with them. Spoiler: back up sights aren’t necessarily the answer. Let’s explore front sight obstructions, rear sight obstructions, and complete RDS failures.
Revisiting the 6.5mm Creedmoor Recoil
A reader pointed out that data I had previously published about the 6.5mm Creedmoor recoil was too good to be true. I second guessed myself and decided to take a deeper dive.
Vortex Optics EBR-9 (MRAD) Reticle
A deeper look at the Vortex Optics EMR-9 (MRAD) reticle found on their Razor HD Gen III LPVOs. Short version: it’s my new favorite LPVO reticle.
Handgun Cartridges for Self Defense
Revisiting the handgun cartridge selection debate. Short version: Unless defending against wildlife, the ballistic superiority of the handgun cartridge doesn’t really matter and it still comes down to shot placement.
Gabe White’s Three Triggers Drill
Another simple yet very effective dry practice drill that helps a shooter develop a faster trigger press while maintaining a clean sight picture is Gabe White’s Three Triggers drill. Enjoy!
Is “shoot them in the leg” Good or Bad Advice?
Seem like every day I hear somebody suggest “just shoot them in the leg” as self defense advice as an effective way to neutralize a deadly threat while minimizing the chances of inflicting a fatal wound. So I decided to explore the idea a bit.
Getting Started with Long Range Shooting 4: Cartridge Selection
While cartridge selection is important, it’s easy to overlook the fact that common rifle cartridges can be used to develop skills and ring steel at extended distances while being allured by popular extended long distance cartridges.
300 Blackout Pistol Project
Yeah, I know. I said that I had no plans to add another gun to the collection this year. Things happen and I’m excited about this new 300 Blackout pistol project.
