U.S. M3 Grease Gun
I always find it interesting that the M3 SMG, which served in the U.S. armed forces for half…
Just Who’s The Boss Here?
Here’s a thought experiment: Let’s say you own a company and your rivals have acted outrageously. They haven’t…
AR-15/M16 Magazine Field Loaders
Whether facing zombie hordes, preparing for a carbine class, or simply spending a day at the range with…
Travel Preparedness
Many of us travel frequently. Business trips, family events and vacations, and general day-to-day commuting can place us…
Ten-Shot Qual Course: Budget Shooting-Performance Test
I wanted a course of fire that was quick and easy to conduct and minimized ammo outlay. This indicated a single-target drill. My experience has been that some two- and three-target drills—which are my personal favorites—quickly become “too hard” to administer for groups and are not used as often as simpler single-target drills.
Against All Odds: Making Primeval Weapons
In January 2013, 36-year-old Air Force Veteran David Decareaux, his two sons, 8 and 10, and his dog…
Going Mental: Psychology of Optimal Shooting
Instructors and students alike understand that we all learn in different ways. As an instructor, I’m always intrigued…
Bargain Target Stand: DIY For Under $20
Let’s face it, budgets are tight these days. While you can go out and pay $50 or more…
Frontline Debriefs: Excessive Shots
Excessive rounds in the field can be problematic. First and foremost is the fact that in most cases…
Diminutive Dynamite: Kahr PM45
I recently requested and received a Kahr PM45 for test and evaluation. Although smaller than many other compact pistols, it is chambered for .45 ACP, as its name implies.