Center for Disease Control did a research on gun violence and conclusions are nothing we don't know.
According to Guns.com,
"Unintentional firearm-related deaths have steadily declined during the past century"
"Mass shootings are a highly visible and moving tragedy, but represent only a small fraction of total firearm-related violence."
"Defensive uses of guns by crime victims is a common occurrence, although the exact number remains disputed" and "when guns are used in self-defense the victims consistently have lower injury rates than those who are unarmed"
From: Guns.com
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Saturday, June 29, 2013
G&A's perspective on ammo market
Guns and Ammo wrote a lengthy piece that looks at the current panic purchases and various perspectives associated with the market. It goes through manufacturer's, buyers perspective and touches on other issues.
From: Guns and Ammo
From: Guns and Ammo
Friday, June 28, 2013
New IDPA rule book is released
IDPA released its final update of the new rule. There were some changes from the draft, but most were left intact. Caleb of Gun Nuts Media posted his first look at the new rule.
Here are some points Gun Nuts and Pistol-Training discuss
From: IDPA
Here are some points Gun Nuts and Pistol-Training discuss
From: IDPA
DoubleTap range test
EJ20Legacy reviewed DoubleTap. His first review was very discouraging with numerous problems. He tried it again with quality ammuntions and it seems to work well. Due to its small size, hand might hurt, but they are two round pistol, so reloading and continuing is not in the book.
From: EJ20Legacy
From: EJ20Legacy
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Hickok45 shoots Thompson M1 A1
This time Hickok45 is shooting Auto Ordinance Thimpson, a reproduction of the famed 'Chicago typewriter'.
From: Hickok45
From: Hickok45
SIG P227 review
deadmanmike from AR15.com posted his review of SIG P227. This is a double stack .45 acp fullsize pistol from SIG Sauer.
From: AR15
From: AR15
The Hive satchel review
GearScout reviewed Blue Force Gear's 2.0 Hive Satchel in Desert Camo/Orange.
You can get it from the Blue Force Gear
Price $195
From: Gear Scout
You can get it from the Blue Force Gear
Price $195
From: Gear Scout
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Surefire Dedicated Shotgun Forend teaser
Surefire posted teaser photo of their new upcoming Dedicated Shotgun Forend.
Looks like the shotgun in the photo is Remington 870
From: Surefire
Looks like the shotgun in the photo is Remington 870
From: Surefire
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Proctor Slings
Frank Proctor has video guide on how to install Proctor Slings. This is a news adjustable 2 point sling from Frank Proctor of the Way of the Gun. Unlike other slings, it uses 550 cord to attach to the weapon.
Weapon Outfitters have the sling in stock for $29
From: Frank Proctor
Weapon Outfitters have the sling in stock for $29
From: Frank Proctor
Monday, June 24, 2013
Bullets cut in half photos
Pearlman Photography went to some old bunkers in Switzerland and made photos of these ammunitions cut in half.
From: Pearlman Photography
From: Pearlman Photography
Magpul PMAG 40 M3 compatibility demonstration
Here's Magpul testing if the gun workd for some weapons. There has been some complaints of Gen 3 not working for some rifles.
From: Magpul
From: Magpul
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Rifle slings review
mactheknife801 posted a review of 3 rifle slings, Viking Tactics Sling, Blackhawk adjustable sling, and Blue Force Gear's Vickers sling.
From: mactheknife801
From: mactheknife801
DAS Arms at 2013 SITDEF in Peru
DSA arms has video of their participation in 2013 SITDEF in Peru.
From: DSA Arms
From: DSA Arms
Saturday, June 22, 2013
RECOIL article on holsters
RECOIL magazine has an interesting article from Aaron Cowan on holsters and types of methods to carry. It is a bit long but definitely worth reading it.
Part 1: http://www.recoilweb.com/cowan-on-holsters-part-i-27975.html
Part 2: http://www.recoilweb.com/holster-selection-and-carry-options-part-ii-28017.html
From: RECOIL
Part 1: http://www.recoilweb.com/cowan-on-holsters-part-i-27975.html
Part 2: http://www.recoilweb.com/holster-selection-and-carry-options-part-ii-28017.html
From: RECOIL
Friday, June 21, 2013
10 tools for centerfire rifle disassembly
Gun Digest lists top 10 tools for centerfire rifle disassembly. Some people may not be interested in having such tools, but at some point, if you want to work on your rifle, these tools will come in handy.
http://www.gundigest.com/gunsmithing-articles/10-top-tools-for-centerfire-rifle-disassembly
From: Gun Digest
http://www.gundigest.com/gunsmithing-articles/10-top-tools-for-centerfire-rifle-disassembly
From: Gun Digest
Thursday, June 20, 2013
2-Gun Action Match with a Madsen LMG
Forgotten Weapons is a YouTube channel dedicated to odd guns. This time, they ran a Madsen LMG for a 2-gun match.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
ITS and Jeff Gonzales on red dot
ITS Tactical and Jeff Gonzales discusses pros and cons of red dot sights on pistols and his view on the future of the red dot sights for hand guns
http://www.itstactical.com/warcom/firearms/are-mini-red-dot-sights-a-viable-option-for-pistols-jeff-gonzales-joins-us-for-a-qa/
From: ITS tactical
http://www.itstactical.com/warcom/firearms/are-mini-red-dot-sights-a-viable-option-for-pistols-jeff-gonzales-joins-us-for-a-qa/
From: ITS tactical
Costa Ludus HE-01 review
Lyons grid posted his AAR of Costa Ludus Handgun Employment 01 course.
http://lyonsgrid.wordpress.com/2013/03/20/costa-ludus-he-01-nc-2013-aar/
From: Lyons grid
http://lyonsgrid.wordpress.com/2013/03/20/costa-ludus-he-01-nc-2013-aar/
From: Lyons grid
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Colt's new rifle?
Soldier Systems Daily noticed something interesting about a rifle Texas Governor Rick Perry was shooting during his visit to Colt factory. The magazines were not for 5.56x51mm caliber.
Speculation is running wild and some think it is 7.62x39mm variant
From: Soldier Systems Daily, Colt
Speculation is running wild and some think it is 7.62x39mm variant
From: Soldier Systems Daily, Colt
AmeriGlo Pro I-Dot! Big Dot night sights review
TWANGnBANG posted his video review of AmeriGlo Pro I-Dot night sights. He also covers some pros and cons of 3-dot system and 2-dot system.
From: TWANGnBANG
From: TWANGnBANG
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
AEX LAPD Top gun challenge
AEX has video of recent LAPD Top gun challenge. It mostly focusses on the portion where airsofts were used, but you can get a glimpse of LAPD's shooting facilities.
From: Airsoft Extreme
From: Airsoft Extreme
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Summertime shooting tips
Gun Girl radio's Randi Rogers and Julie Golob talk about things a shooter is recommended to have for summertime shooting. It is centered around action shooting matches, but there are quite a few tips applicable to a day of plinking.
From: Gun Girl Radio
From: Gun Girl Radio
Friday, June 14, 2013
Paul Howe Tactical Carbine
Wilson Combat introduced rifle made to Paul Howe's specification. It has Camouflage Armor-Tuff finish, match grae 14.7" barrel with Accu-Tac flash hider(total length of 16"), 10.4" T.R.I.M modular rail
Trigger is a Two stage combat TTU with 4.5 lbs pull.
Base price is $2600
From: Wilson Combat
Trigger is a Two stage combat TTU with 4.5 lbs pull.
Base price is $2600
From: Wilson Combat
US Army axes Individual Carbine Program
US Army has been looking for a new carbine to replace M4 and this program just got axed. Apparently, none of the participating carbines met the minimum scoring requirement to advance to the next phase of evaluation. Mean rounds fired between weapon stoppages were not significantly different.
From: Gear Scout
From: Gear Scout
Thursday, June 13, 2013
New Sig X-Series vid
all4shooters uploaded video of the new Sig Sauer X-Series. It's in Italian, but you can see that it is (also) chambered for 9x21mm which is an oddball caliber in US.
From: all4shooters
From: all4shooters
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
GNB: Basic skillset for action shooting sports
Having a good preparation will maximize the experience. With right equipment ready, you would be ready and eager to attend your first match.
One thing that could make a lot of difference is having a good handgun manipulation techniques. Equipments are hardwares and manipulation skills are softwares. You'd need both to maximize your experience.
There are people who claim that you will learn all the techniques from just participating in the games, but that is more akin to trial-and-error. You can learn a lot more when you are prepared and enjoy more.
There are some of skills you could learn to maximize your match experience. Those are,
Stage planning for the Steel Challenge
Doug Koenig covers Roundabout stage and how to work on it. He shows some strategies you can practice.
From: NSSF
From: NSSF
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Open carry or not?
RECOIL web has an article that discusses the pros and cons of open carry. They also sought opinion of many trusted instructors.
Edit: RECOIL got some backlash from Open Carry supporters and also has some opinions from open carry proponents.
From: Recoil
Edit: RECOIL got some backlash from Open Carry supporters and also has some opinions from open carry proponents.
From: Recoil
Defensive handgun review from a mother
Home in Disarray posted her experience with LMS Defense's Defensive Pistol class. It is an introductory class that covers a few things you'd need to know as a pistol shooter for self-defense purpose.
From: Home in Disarray
From: Home in Disarray
Monday, June 10, 2013
Pistol Caliber war is over
INGO posted this video that ends the argument once and for all.
From: INGOque
From: INGOque
Preventing fires caused by steel targets
IDPA blog has excellent advice on how to prepare to minimize chances of wildfires getting started by shooting steel targets. Some advice may ruin your idea of a fun day, but it is way better than ruining other people's day too.
From: IDPA blog
From: IDPA blog
Sunday, June 9, 2013
More info on Colt M45 CQB
Modern Service Weapons has more info on Colt M45 CQB. It talks about difference between the contract version and commercial version that will be out in the future. It also talks about dual recoil spring's life time as well as some more info on small parts.
From: Modern Service Weapons
From: Modern Service Weapons
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Taran vs Vogel
The two amazing shooters go to head-to-head on plate rack and 2 silhouettes.
From: Jessica Hook
From: Jessica Hook
Eye candy - Boba Fett holster
OTG(Off The Grid) Concepts made this holster for fun. This is not for sale.
From: Off The Grid Concepts
From: Off The Grid Concepts
Friday, June 7, 2013
IDPA reloads
Powerfactor Show discusses IDPA reloads shooters may encounter during the stage.
From: Powerfactor Show
From: Powerfactor Show
Redback One combat carbine course AAR
Alaskalife reviewed Redback One's Combat Carbine Course. Jason Falla has extensive combat experience and instruction experience and is one of instructors one should seriously attend.
From: The Alaskalife
From: The Alaskalife
Thursday, June 6, 2013
2013 Illinois IDPA State Championship vid
Mark Goede uploaded his video of 2013 IL IDPA State Championship.
From: IDPAatARPC
Looking at Colt M45 CQB
Hilton Yam of Modern Service Weapons takes a look at Colt M45 CQB pistol.
Part 1
Part 2: Slide and frame changes
Part 3: Grip Panels
Part 4: Small parts
Part 5: Dual recoil spring system
From: Modern Service Weapons
Part 1
Part 2: Slide and frame changes
Part 3: Grip Panels
Part 4: Small parts
Part 5: Dual recoil spring system
From: Modern Service Weapons
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Hickok45 looks at STEN
Hickok45 takes a look at STEN. This simple sub-machinegun is definitely one of a kind and heck of a lot lighter than Suomi.
From: Hickok45
From: Hickok45
Monday, June 3, 2013
The Viking Chronicles: Florida Pig Hunt
Kyle Lamb uploaded the 5th part of The Viking Chronicles. It's about Florida pig hunting.
From: Viking Tactics
From: Viking Tactics
Sunday, June 2, 2013
GNB: Tips for people attending action shooting sports for the first time
You have a handgun.
You go to a range.
You set up the target.
You shoot a nice group.
You shoot fast.
You've been doing this for some time and you hear about this IDPA/IPSC or some local competition. You hear how you can draw from holster and shoot targets that are in various positions.
You are interested.
So what should you do?
First let's talk about equipment. You probably have a range bag, hearing and eye protection so let's get to other things.
Holster
Usually, you need some sort of holster. Which one should you get?
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Trey Knight interviews Larry Vickers
Trey Knight of Knight's Armament interviewd Larry Vickers. LAV talks a bit more about his army experience and what background built the person we know today
From: Knight's Armament
From: Knight's Armament
1000 yard Barrett M107 off hand shooting
Top Shot host Colby Donaldson has a company called Texas Triggers. Ryan Cleckner shot Carrett M107 off hand and hit silhouette target 1000 yards away.
From: The Firearm Blog