M-LOK vs. KeyMod: Why One Standard Prevailed
A practical look at the M-LOK and KeyMod accessory-mounting standards, why M-LOK gained momentum, and what matters when evaluating an installed system.
Primary & Secondary
AR in the Car: A Common Preparedness Misconception
Vehicle-stored rifles and armor may have legitimate uses, but access is never guaranteed. Real preparedness begins with judgment, training, medical capability, lawful planning, and secure storage.
DARC Law Enforcement Counterterrorism Course AAR
Randy Hudspeth reviews a 2015 DARC Law Enforcement Counter Terrorism Course, including small-team response, task organization, mutual aid, limited visibility, force-on-force scenarios, casualty management, and element link-up.
Stop 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.
Weapons 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 maximize your effectiveness if you need to use deadly force in defense of yourself and your family while at home. Before delving into weapons, it is important … Read more
The 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 seemed most of the training was to pass a qualification as opposed to expanding my skillset. Even if the training was so mundane that we stood in … Read more
The 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.