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Read articleRefining Your Compass
We are bombarded with information at every level in every direction. We are surrounded by every topic, within our interests and outside of them. Our personal imperfect map…
Read articleMuzzle Discipline and Judgment in Modern Policing
There is a troubling mindset issue in law enforcement regarding muzzle orientation during room clearing and encounters with unknowns. Officers point guns at people far too often. Pointing…
Read articleMoral Strength but Tactical Disadvantage
I read an astute observation concerning the conflict between the liberal and conservative sides that made me think about the concept for a while. “The side that follows…
Read articlePolice Use of Force and the 4th Amendment
There are some common concerns expressed about the Pretti shooting, one being that it was an “execution.” Additional concerns include officers having no justification in shooting because there…
Read articleUnderstanding LE Use of Sprays
If you have had some form of training with the use of defensive sprays, you know there are tactics used with them as well as specific distances for…
Read articleUnderstanding Bird Shot Is Not For Defense
Comparing the FBI ballistic standards and the idea of birdshot being an effective defensive tool shows the profound ignorance of people pushing for the birdshot. The FBI standards…
Read articleOptimizing What is Available
Ruger 1022 22LR, S&W M36 38 Special, Colt 1911 45acp, Stoeger Coach Gun 12ga. Just let your wheels turn and think about this realistic problem. A family member/friend/neighbor…
Read articleArming the Neighbors
This is kind of a thinking out loud post. The rifles featured in the picture above are what I could consider user friendly and would require less effort…
Read articleRecognizing Life’s Flowchart
Life is a series of choices. We can map out our days in a series of flow charts at decision points and the actual decisions. The more skill…
Read articleApplication of the Firearms Rules
I don’t understand how the idea of the four firearms rules being universal for all environments and situations is so misunderstood. Those rules aren’t restricted to the sterile,…
Read articleMission Drives Whose Gear?
The concept of mission drives the gear has been beaten to death but for some reason there are aspects of it that are still ignored. The phrase might…
Read articleSwitching to Manual Focus
Many times, people mistake rational and reasoning for guidance. I sometimes may carry a 22LR revolver for defensive purposes. I do this because it fits the needs of…
Read articleLooking Beyond the Obvious Warnings
In Utah, when drivers approach an intersection with inoperable traffic control lights, they must stop and yield to prior traffic before entering the intersection. This morning, we had…
Read articleMultiple Methods
Early on in my life with firearms and into my career, I didn’t realize the value of knowing multiple ways of doing things. There was one way and…
Read articleTime, Money, & Resources
In the news we hear about police actions that cause the public to lose faith in their officers. One such event is a bad shoot. Do we blame…
Read articleDifferent Interpretations of Training
Most everyone has their own idea of what training is and what it entails. For some, finding a berm and shooting into is training. Others hit the weight…
Read articlePurposefully Reducing Your EDC Footprint
There comes a time when someone decides their EDC setup is insufficient for all tasks. In most instances it is due to clothing restrictions at a special event…
Read articleA Missing Terminal Ballistic Frame of Reference
There is an interesting pattern with people who are looking for the best possible defensive pistol ammo and yet are drawn to questionable unproven solutions that feature misleading…
Read articleMaintaining Consistent Shells in the Tube
Staggering rounds in a shotgun or having different types of shells loaded into the tube/magazine is not a good idea. For a defensive shotgun or any shotgun that…
Read articleThe Over Reliance on SMEs
I have a theory as to why it is difficult for some to grasp nuance with defensive concepts, especially in weapon, caliber, and gear choices. For many people…
Read articleOptimal Is Not Universal
To disregard options and recognize optimal isn’t universal is quite short sighted. Concealment capabilities have increased dramatically with products like the Phlster Enigma. Combine that with certain guns…
Read articleDoes Body Armor Fit Your Needs?
The following will upset some who have not thought things through. The goal is to be smart about buying stuff and integrate with your system and mindset. If…
Read articleJustification For Carrying A Firearm
What about humans has changed in the last one thousand years? Has there been a physiological change? Has our core behavior as a species changed? Have we established…
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