Just an average Joe who loves to geek out on firearm mechanics and ballistics.
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.
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.
It’s time to add up to $25 worth of goodness to the budget survival kit. This month I am looking at items used for treating wounds, preventing infection, and proactively addressing conditions that may require medical care if ignored.
After revisiting my suggestions for a first firearm, I realized I’ve changed some of my positions and recommendations. Most notably what I suggest now for a home defense weapon – something a lot of folks have been asking about recently.
A look at the lessons learned from the Texas Snowmageddon that can help us improve our emergency preparedness for future events.
The rifle scope is, in my opinion, the most critical component of a long range weapon system. In this post, I’ll break down what I consider the most important scope features to help guide the selection process.
Took a bit longer to get to the second installment in the long range shooting post series. Nevertheless, here is a look into developing a shooting solution and the tools that puts that process into easy mode.
A deeper look at the Vortex Optics AR-BDC3 reticle found on their Strike Eagle LPVOs. Short version: it’s a well designed and executed BDC reticle.
The Vortex Optics Strike Eagle 1-8x24mm riflescope is, in my opinion, arguably the best entry level value priced LPVO in the market. Because it’s an entry level optic, it leaves a lot to be desired. Nevertheless, it’s reliable and dependable quality glass that I can recommend.
Bad decisions make good stories. Or so they say. Well, I’ve got one of those to share. Here is what went down with a little hog encounter during a weekend of deer hunting.
