I have previously written about living off the grid, looking at the high-end permanent home/cabin situation (OFF THE GRID FULL TIME: Self-Sufficiency Without Tears, May 2012 S.W.A.T.). That was the ideal situation, but beyond the reach or desires of many. Now we’ll take a look at what the average person can do with a limited
Off the Grid Full-Time: Self-Sufficiency Without Tears
“Occupy Movement To Turn Violent” “Mexican Cartels Crossing The Border” “Violent Weather Predicted” “Infrastructure Crumbling, More Brownouts Ahead” “Power Goes Out For Three Days County-Wide” Take your pick—there are lots of reasons to be prepared. You have your gear: guns, ammo, food, first aid, medications, and hard-wear clothing. Your bug-out bag is packed and ready.
In Praise of Used Guns: Treasures in the “Previously Owned” Case
You don’t need me to tell you times are tough. Every newscast reminds us how bad things are, and then exclaims with horror that consumer confidence is down. DUH! Some of us are always “gun poor,” wanting to try a different rifle, pistol or shotgun but lacking the cash. Well, guys and gals, it’s time
Employing the AUG: Different TTPs For A Different Carbine
Much has been written about the M16/M4, much less about employing Steyr’s AUG (Armee Universal Gewehr, or Army Universal Rifle). With two new domestic manufacturers and the announcement that Steyr will resume production of the AUG in the U.S., the time is right for a review of techniques to employ the AUG. I have been