Gear
Tyrant Designs G43 Mag Release Review [VIDEO]
I first became aware of Tyrant designs when I did a review of their S&W Shield magazine extension. I found their workmanship was great, and the extension was super nice.…
Read More
Wilderness Tactical Ankle Cargo Cuff/Ankle IFAK Review [Video]
For almost a year I’ve been using the Ankle IFAK from Wilderness Tactical. This IFAK was originally designed and made by a company called US Palm. They are no longer in business…
Read More
The Big Mistake Of Not Having A Dedicated Range Bag
One thing that all of us eventually learn as gun owners is the value and the necessity of having a dedicated and made for the purpose range bag. Sometimes…
Read More
Ambidextrous, IWB/OWB Appendix Holster from Mission First Tactical [VIDEO]
The holster market is so crowded, that companies are trying to innovate new designs in order to stand out from the rest. Mission First Tactical is not a holster company per…
Read More
EDC Throw Down: What Some of us Are Carrying, Right Now
So, I asked a few of our guys to go on the record about what they’re carrying on them right now (or on a daily basis). This is always good…
Read More
Episode 250: The 80/20 Rule of Gunfighting Skills
Today Riley and Matthew discuss the 80/20 rule as it relates to developing and maintaining skills that may or may not make a difference in a gunfight. What things should we be focusing on more of the time that makes the most difference? What sort of things do we commonly see people practice, but it will make little difference for them in reality while they have other things they still lack and need to work on first. Maximize your training and get 80% of the results from 20% of work!
Read More
AR500 Quick Detachment and Deployable IFAK Review
If you order this IFAK you can choose from 4 different colors and you can choose which of 4 different Tourniquets you would like included. Remember that having the right gear is important but is only valuable if you have the skills to deploy and use that gear so seek out some good medical training as well.
Read More
Which Soft Body Armor Ballistic Panels Are The Best? [Video]
Due to the great demand by parents, university students, and professionals for “bulletproof backpack inserts,” I needed to know which ones to purchase for my kids so I set out to do a head to head comparison.
Read More
Small Caliber, Rimfire Ammo for Self-Defense?
What philosophy is right? Should .22’s be avoided like a pawn-shop Highpoint? Or is there a case to be made for small caliber, rimfire ammo in a self-defense context? Let’s…
Read More
Episode 248: Draw Fast…or Draw Slow??
Today Riley and Matthew talk about drawing from the holster in a different context, and context is what it’s all about for today’s episode. It is super critical to be comfortable with handling your firearm and being able to consistently and quickly draw from the holster and put shots on target. But is draw speed everything? Are there other factors perhaps situational ones that must be considered as well? Good stuff in today’s episode, tune in!
Read More
Pros and Cons of Concealed Carry with a Red Dot Optic
Red dot optics, also often called by the Trijicon brand name “RMR” (for the brand’s ruggedized miniature reflex sights), are becoming commonplace on range pistols, having first met wide acceptance…
Read More
What To Include In Your School Backpack or Daypack
What should you consider including in your pack or your kid’s backpack? A look at the important EDC items for any student in any grade or school.
Read More
Holster Retention Levels and Why it Matters
Almost exclusively my method of carrying is concealed, using an inside the waistband (IWB) holster in the appendix position. There are rare times I may carry concealed in an outside the waistband…
Read More
Episode 246: All About Dummy Ammo for Dummies!
Today Riley and Jacob talk about dummy ammunition for training, the different types and brands available, how to use it effectively, and where to find the best price on what is typically a fairly expensive product for what you get.
Read More
August, 2018 Guardian Nation Gearbox Reveal
It’s August and that can only mean one thing if you’re a member of Guardian Nation: It’s time for the monthly GN Tactical Gearbox to be sent out. Before we…
Read More