Going to the range and shooting does different things for different people. A vast majority of the time (it should be always) we go to the range with the intention of keeping those perishable shooting skills frosty and at an increased level of readiness. But there are those times where we just want to burn [...]
Center Mass Group’s Gear List Recommendations We’ve received a few emails asking for different recommendations for gear on our course lists. In an effort to save time emailing everyone back, and spend more time at the range, I’ve gone down the list for our basic pistol course (1st Phase) and gave guidance where possible. The [...]
Day one of the SHOT SHOW involved a LOT of walking. I heard it was big, but that’s an understatement. I walked about 10 miles surrounded by every piece of tactical gear on earth and think I only saw about half of what’s here. Today I had breakfast with Zach from Helix Arms an online [...]
It’s always been a disputed issue among shooters on whether or not to use gloves. In my opinion the answer is easy; it’s all about shooter preference. And branching off from that if you so choose to operate with gloves then choosing the right glove is critical just like any other piece of gear you [...]
Is it just me, or do you sometimes lay awake at night wondering how much equipment is too much on your kit? I know some of you out there saying, “I can’t believe this guy is actually writing about something so insignificant!” And I can understand why some of you may think this issue is [...]
If you’ve read any of my articles on shooting, you know I’m a big fan of dry-firing. One problem that I find with dry-firing is that it can be a little…dry. So when I saw a product that can give you feedback of what you’re doing, I was all over it. So I went online [...]
Choosing the Right Ammunition If you’re an operator worth your salt, then you give a lot of attention to your gear and weapons systems. Before any evolution you ensure your gear is in its exact spot suited for your skill set or position on the team. Maybe you’re the primary breacher you have an extra [...]
This is the 28th edition of the National Tactical Officers Association’s annual Conference, but my first attendance. I plan to write a daily briefing on the conferencing and post it each evening. If you are interested in anything here or need me to recon something, ask in the comment section below and I’ll do my [...]
Direct Impingement vs. Short Stroke Piston Systems Ok folks here I go, yup, I am going to open that can of worms. First I’ll say that I am a fan of both operating systems and both will work well as long as you purchase your gun from a quality firearms maker. The gas Direct Impact system [...]
Your firearms are without a doubt the most essential tools in a tactical operator’s inventory. But we have so many other tools in our kits that we use on a daily basis, and in my point of view and experience, lighting systems are a critical item everyone needs to have, know how to use, and [...]
