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Arming 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
A broader skill base creates more choices before and during critical moments. Learn, practice, and understand your available options so better decisions are possible under pressure.
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 that mission drives the selection of defensive firearms and gear has been beaten to death but for some reason there are aspects of it that are…
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 articleP&S ModCast 424 — Author Larry Correia
P&S ModCast 424 features author Larry Correia in a long-form conversation about writing, creative process, and firearms. Larry is best known for the Monster Hunter International series; he…
Read articleLooking Beyond the Obvious Warnings
Threat awareness is more than spotting obvious danger. Everyday warning signs, context, and attention to detail can help prevent a confrontation before force ever becomes necessary.
Read articleP&S ModCast 405 — SPR Refinement Q&A
Alex Hartmann, Sean Murphy, and Matt Landfair refine Special Purpose Rifle concepts and answer live audience questions about configuration, training, and practical employment.
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 articleP&S ModCast 404 — Defense Against Wild Animals
P&S ModCast 404: Matt Landfair, Darryl Bolke, Steve Fisher, and Fred Lucas discuss practical considerations for defense against wild animals.
Read articleP&S ModCast 403 — Gun Nerds 20: The Special Purpose Rifle
Alex Hartmann joins the Gun Nerds panel to examine Special Purpose Rifle history, mission-driven configuration, optics, barrels, ammunition, suppressors, and precision-rifle training.
Read articleP&S ModCast 402 — Dugan & Eric Discuss Explosives
Dugan Ashley, Eric Zurface, and Matt Landfair discuss foundational explosives concepts, terminology, safety, professional competence, risk, and legal considerations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 401 — Gun Nerds 19: The Revolver
Darryl Bolke, Bryan Eastridge, Dave Laubert, Nate Osborne, Scott Van Dorsten, and Matt Landfair discuss revolver function, upkeep, and troubleshooting.
Read articleP&S ModCast 400 — The Return of DocGKR
P&S ModCast 400 reunites Dr. Gary Roberts, Chuck Haggard, Fred Lucas, and Matt Landfair for a long-form discussion of pistol terminal ballistics.
Read articleP&S ModCast 399 — Dispelling Gun Myths: Women’s Edition
An experienced panel examines misconceptions about women, firearms, training, concealed carry, and personal defense.
Read articleP&S ModCast 398 — Informal Leadership
Doug Deaton, Chuck Haggard, and Matt Landfair discuss informal leadership, professional influence, credibility, and leading without formal authority.
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 articleP&S ModCast 397 — Explosive Breaching
Forest Hickman, Chris Palmer, Eric Zurface, and Matt Landfair discuss professional explosive-breaching roles, training, planning, and risk management.
Read articleP&S ModCast 396 — Defining the Shill
Matt Landfair, Brass Facts, Focus Tripp, and Hop discuss shilling, disclosure, credibility, and trust in firearms media.
Read articleDon’t Copy the Technique—Understand the Why
A technique, piece of gear, or recommendation only makes sense in context. Learn why understanding the “why” matters more than copying what influential people do.
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 articleP&S ModCast 395 — Field Training
Matt Landfair, Jake, Brad Trittipo, and Warren Wilson discuss police field-training programs, coaching, evaluation, and organizational responsibility.
Read articleThe Exception Is Not the Rule
Exceptional performers and isolated examples can mislead when copied without context. Understand the purpose, requirements, and tradeoffs before adopting a technique or equipment choice.
Read articleP&S ModCast 392 — A Guide to Being Recorded
Doug Deaton and Matt Landfair discuss practical considerations for being recorded by third parties, including communication, professional demeanor, and sound decision-making.
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