Training and Tactics: Inattentional Blindness
Unlike a double-edged sword, which gives you at least a 50/50 chance, the battle spear has a double-ended…
Frontline Debriefs: Active Shooters
The active shooter is a relatively new phenomenon in the grand scheme of things. In the 1950s, ‘60s…
Enemy at the Gate: We, The Rattlesnake
British colonists arriving on America's shores discovered a lot of inhospitable things. Rocky soil and nasty weather in the north. Malaria in the south. And eventually hostile natives everywhere. Among the many unfriendlies were rattlesnakes. Colonists on the north coast encountered the timber rattlesnake. Those farther south had to deal with the eastern diamondback, the most massive pit viper in the world.
Proud to be An American: Two New Ruger Rimfires
Recently Ruger introduced two new bolt-action rimfires to their popular American line of rifles. Chambered for .22 Long Rifle and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (.22 WMRF or simply .22 Magnum), each is available in two versions—standard and compact. For testing, I received the Compact .22 LR and the Standard .22 Magnum.
High-Value Target: Reactive Beats Static
For most shooters, targets consist of a flat piece of paper with a scoring ring, a nebulous shape…
Long Guns: A Century of USGI Shotgun Ammo
When the Winchester Model 97 Riot Gun was issued during the Philippine Insurrection and the Mexican Punitive Expedition,…
Rural Law-Enforcement Snipers: Same Mission, Different Environment
Basically, snipers are snipers. The differences among them are the surroundings they are placed in and how they overcome the difficulties presented to them. Rules of engagement may differ between disciplines, but the sniper must adapt to the situation before him and be able to deliver precise fire at exact moments in order to preserve life. Sniping is a life saving tool.
Shotgun Modifications: From Good to Great
In spending some extended quality time with a Benelli M2/21 inch with the ComforTech stock over the last…
Training and Tactics: Keeper Of The Flame
Yet one more missive from my land of birth, and another advisement that six more former acquaintances have…
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…