This is where I dump all the hard-earned, no-BS lessons I’ve picked up in the woods, on the range, and while carrying every day. Whether you’re trying to figure out the best chest rig that won’t flop like a dead fish, how to zero a red dot without wasting a box of ammo, or what budget gear actually survives a rainy deer season, I’ve got you covered. Real-world tests, zero sponsorship fluff—just straight talk from a guy who’s broken, soaked, and shot the stuff so you don’t have to learn the hard way. Dive in and level up.
A major match is just like any other match – don’t overthink it. Pack light, hydrate, bring snacks, and plan for equipment failures. Chill out and enjoy the experience.
If you’ve invested time in dry fire, consider getting a shot timer for more effective practice. There are app and physical options available. Use it to set goals and improve.
The Rangemaster Pistol Master Award involves two challenging courses of fire. Let’s take a look at what exactly is involved and how difficult it is to earn.
Gabe White’s Technical Skills Tests consist of four renowned target drills, each with three levels of standards. The pins are highly regarded among armed self-defense practitioners, representing proficiency in technical skills beyond minimum competence.
Enthusiasts and aficionados know certain modifications improve the effectiveness of defensive pistols, However the same modifications may present challenges for the defense team in the legal battles that follow a justified self defense incident.
It’s time for another installment of the Dry Fire Series. In this post we will look at using dry fire practice to deliberately develop reloads using a training technique called chunking.
We’re taking a look at The Test, also known as the 10-10-10 drill, for the second drill of the month post. A passing score on it is relatively easy. A perfect score? Not so much.
Picking your first defensive handgun? Budget, purpose, and know-how steer the choice. Unsure where to begin? Start with what cops use for proven options. Get trained—safety’s non-negotiable. Read on to avoid a costly, fatal mistake.
Ever wonder if shotgun mounted optics offer similar advantages to pistol and rifle mounted optics? Subjectively, they should for some applications. Objectively, the data I have so far neither supports nor contradicts this.
A look at Gila Hayes’ 5×5 drill is the first post in a new series looking at shooting drills. A word of caution should you decide to attempt the 5×5 drill: it is deceptively simple and harder than it looks.
