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Switching 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 articleThe Mobile Office
Rolling offices take different shapes and sizes. This Ford F150 is definitely a larger one than others I have had in the past. Seatbelt access is simple. The…
Read articleFlipping Mags
One thing that seems to turn up frequently is the idea of the exception being rule which creates some confusion among blind followers. Well, Seal Delta Force Snipers…
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 articleCitizens Defense Research Contextual Revolver: Fundamental Revolver Skills AAR Caleb Giddings, Instructor
Citizens Defense Research Contextual Revolver: Fundamental Revolver Skills AARCaleb Giddings, InstructorBy Pat Tarrant16-17 September 2023Hosted by Green Ops, Culpeper, VAPhotos by author, Green Ops, and Citizens Defense Research…
Read articleCentrifuge Training- Instructor VCQB AAR
Last week I attended the five day Centrifuge Training- Instructor VCQB (Vehicle Close Quarters Combat) course. The range/host was a local police department. I had previously hosted Pat…
Read articleEvolution of the Dark Star Gear Apollo.
A decade ago my passion for wheelguns was reignited like a wildfire. Blazing along I came across a special edition of the Ruger SP101. Had to have it. How…
Read articleSYMTAC Consulting Shotgun Skills AAR
8-9 October, 2022Hosted by Green OpsShadow Hawk Defense Range, Hedgesville, WVPhotos by the author and Green Ops instructors Instructors:Rob HaughtMatt HaughtBob MeffordGary Powers Class Description (from sym-tac.com/courses):Our flagship…
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 articleTaurus 856 size comparison.
So probably the most common question regarding the Taurus 856 is ”How big is it compared to ____?” I sat down with a caliper and scale to try…
Read articleRange Report – Taurus 856 Talo
So I’ve had time to clean and inspect the 856 after its first range trip. This will be my thoughts and observations thus far. I put together a…
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…
Read articleTraining Toward a More Complete Skillset
We regularly emphasize the importance of training, but we don’t point out enough that training itself doesn’t provide all the answers. Training can provide a frame of reference,…
Read articleOn School Resource Officers
As I circulate through our profession, I have developed a general impression of the School Resource Officer (SRO) programs we as a community have developed and allowed to…
Read articleActive Shooter, Law Enforcement, and Citizen
This is not a discussion of the tragic event in Texas. This is a generic overview discussion about active shooter incidents, the every day carry citizen, and how…
Read articleAddressing Violence
It’s time to hold people accountable for their actions and not the innocent law abiding citizens who have not done wrong. We have three main sources of violence:…
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