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AAR: DARC Tactical Urban Sustainment Course (TUSC)
Multiple vehicle drill, contact left and front vehicle is disabled. Moving to the shoot house. AAR: DARC Tactical Urban Sustainment Course (TUSC) 4-7, 20 SEP 2015 By: John D.…
Read articleWhy DIY AR-15 Gunsmithing Can Go Wrong
A failed barrel modification shows why AR-15 reliability depends on the complete operating system—and why diagnosis, proper tooling, inspection, and testing must precede irreversible work.
Read articleWhat is quality?
What is quality? According to the American Society of Quality, quality is – 1. the characteristics of a product or service that bear on its ability to…
Read articleCold-Weather Tactical Clothing: Layering for Wind, Rain, and Movement
A field-tested approach to cold-weather tactical clothing: manage moisture, begin movement slightly cold, reserve waterproof shells for wet conditions, and add loft insulation when activity stops.
Read articlePolice Training and the Minimum Requirement
Minimum police training establishes a threshold, not mastery. Professional readiness requires integrated judgment, tactics, communication, medical skill, fitness, and continued practice.
Read articleRed Dot Sight Field of View
Red dot field of view depends on binocular vision, target focus, window size, sight placement, and the shooter's vision—not simply the dimensions of the optic.
Read articleAccuracy and Optics Placement
Accuracy by volume is a great concept; however time is working against you with that process. In order for us to be efficient little gunfighters we need true…
Read articleLight and the Inverse Square Law
The inverse-square law explains why light intensity falls rapidly with distance—and why flashlight reach depends on candela and beam shape, not lumens alone.
Read articleRifle and Carbine Slings: A Practical Overview
Compare single-point, adjustable two-point, three-point, and convertible rifle slings by retention, movement, adjustment, mounting, hands-free control, and the intended task.
Read articleHow to Evaluate Forum Experts and Instructors
Forum titles can identify experienced contributors, but they do not prove every claim. Learn how to assess expertise, evidence, and relevance before acting on advice.
Read articleStop Blinding Yourself
High-output weapon lights are most effective when paired with disciplined low-light training. Learn to control reflected light, use spill, avoid strobe dependence, and gather information without blinding yourself.
Read articleEmotion, Identity, and Evidence in Guns, Gear, and Training
Emotional attachment, group identity, and popularity can distort decisions about defensive guns, equipment, and training. Better choices begin with mission, evidence, and demonstrated performance.
Read articleNuances of Detecting Danger
In my family I am known to spot celebrities on a regular basis. What is more horrifying is that I usually talk to them. This super power is…
Read articleWeapons For Home Defense
The ability to protect ourselves and our loved ones at home is of paramount importance. With this in mind it is best to understand the options available to…
Read articleThe Basics
I found early on the training I was provided as a police officer was insufficient for the tremendous weight of using firearms in the line of duty. It…
Read articleTruck Guns: Practical Considerations and Risks
A vehicle-stored firearm requires a defined purpose, secure storage, lawful access, proven reliability, regular inspection, relevant training, and realistic expectations.
Read articleThe Roland Special: Origins, Trust, and Verification
The Roland Special began with trusted advice from Chuck Pressburg. Its origin offers a broader lesson about expertise, verification, mission-driven equipment, and informed testing.
Read articleFollow Through Consulting: Scoped Carbine AAR
Follow Through Consulting www.followthroughconsulting.com www.facebook.com/followthroughconsulting Buck Doyle, Instructor Scoped Carbine (light) – three day course Teasdale, Utah Feb 20-22, 2015 Buck Doyle served over 21 years in…
Read articlePreparation for the active gunman
This was something I wrote a few years ago aimed at police. With recent events, I thought a lot of this can be used by a responsible gun…
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