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Muzzle 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 articleP&S ModCast 448 — Foundational Concepts in Reloading
P&S ModCast 448 brings a six-person panel together for a wide-ranging discussion of foundational concepts in reloading. The conversation centers on the mindset, systems, and quality-control habits behind…
Read articleInformal Leadership
One of my favorite topics is leadership, more specifically, informal leadership. It can be a powerful means of strengthening an organization, and it might be more common than…
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 articleQualified Immunity Explained: Law, Limits, and Misconceptions
Qualified immunity is a civil-damages doctrine for individual government officials. Learn its limits, the clearly established law test, and common misconceptions in police use-of-force cases.
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 articleIs Web Gear Still Relevant?
Is web gear still relevant? This article examines where load-bearing equipment can complement armor and chest rigs based on environment, load, sustainment, and mission.
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 articleAssessing the Pretti Incident
Before I get into the post, let’s establish the standard of lawful use of deadly force. Alex Pretti Incident: What Can Be Assessed Deadly force is lawful when…
Read articleP&S ModCast 447 — Low Light With Dan Brady
Dan Brady of Apache Solutions joins Matt Landfair to discuss low-light conditions, defensive white-light use, equipment, identification, and practical training for armed citizens.
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 articleP&S ModCast 446 – Staying on Message
P&S ModCast 446 — Staying on Message Clear communication matters when firearms, training, public policy, and online conversation overlap. In this ModCast, Matt Landfair and a diverse panel…
Read articleP&S ModCast 445 — Thunderstick Summit AAR 2025
P&S ModCast 445 is an after-action discussion of the 2025 Thunderstick Summit, a shotgun-focused training event. Darryl Bolke, Steve Fisher, Cody Stewart, Boone Walker, and Matt Landfair discuss…
Read articleP&S ModCast 444 — The AR15 in 2025
P&S ModCast 444 surveys the AR-15 platform in 2025: prior trends, current configurations, and where the platform may be headed. Brass Facts, Ash Hess, Hop, and Matt Landfair…
Read articleP&S ModCast 443 – CoolFire Trainer
P&S ModCast 443 — CoolFire Trainer Training tools can make repetition more accessible, but useful practice still depends on a clear purpose and honest feedback. In this ModCast,…
Read articleP&S ModCast 442 — The Allure of Single Action Revolvers
P&S ModCast 442 examines the enduring appeal of single-action revolvers with a panel of experienced enthusiasts and practitioners. The conversation ranges across history, handling, cartridge versatility, configuration, and…
Read articleModCast 441: ACE VR Firearms Training
ModCast 441 examines ACE VR firearms training, including repetition, performance data, deliberate practice, simulation limitations, and transferring virtual improvement to live fire.
Read articleP&S ModCast 440 — On/Off Duty Critical Response
ModCast 440 examines on- and off-duty critical response, including awareness, priorities, judgment, communication, legal responsibilities, coordination, and post-incident considerations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 439 — Wristbreaker Handcannons
ModCast 439 explores big-bore magnum revolvers, cartridge and platform choices, recoil management, historical context, recreational and field use, and practical limitations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 438 — YouTube Ballistics: Misinformation or Ads
P&S ModCast 438 examines ballistic misinformation and advertising presented as education on YouTube and similar platforms. Mark Fricke, Chuck Haggard, Steve Shields, and Matt Landfair discuss how viewers…
Read articleP&S ModCast 436 — Ammo Selection and Zeroing
Mike Canfield, Jon Canipe, Bryan Eastridge, Steve Fisher, Steve Shields, and Matt Landfair discuss ammunition selection and zeroing.
Read articleThe Nuance of Defensive Firearms
When we discuss the nuance of defensive firearms for the individual we can get into the weeds and 8 dimensions of considerations to weigh. Conversely, it is even…
Read articleRecognizing A Multi-faceted Approach
Effective self-defense is a continuing, multi-faceted process built on judgment, relevant training, usable skills, and appropriate equipment—not a firearm or mindset alone.
Read articleOptimizing What is Available
A realistic approach to home-defense firearm choices: assess the guns someone already owns, their skills and constraints, then improve the most workable option instead of prescribing an ideal…
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