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The Real Story Behind the Coeur d'Alene ISIS Terrorist

Just in case you missed the news, on April 6th, 2024, an ISIS terrorist was arrested in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho by the FBI. The man had...

Dec 20, 20233 min read

5 Things you can do over the winter to become a better shooter

Snow and colder temperatures are here, and for many people that means no more trips to the range. Even if the weather outside is...

Dec 6, 20233 min read

5 Cheap Items to add to your car emergency kit this winter

Winter is upon us and the temperatures are starting to drop. If you happen to live in a more temperate climate this might not mean much...

Nov 9, 20233 min read

Why a "Good guy with a gun" isn't always the answer

I see it all the time, the answer to stopping mass shooters is a "good guy with a gun", but who is that proverbial good guy with a gun?...

Oct 15, 20237 min read

So you've got a gun...now what?

So you have a gun now, either fresh from the gun store, or maybe it is still sitting in the box from when you got it, and you've never...

Sep 25, 20234 min read

Concealed carry - It's about more than being able to shoot

I had a student today who really reminded me that carrying a gun to protect yourself requires much more than simply knowing how to shoot....

Sep 20, 20235 min read

No training, no gear - How to be your own first responder

In my last article, I talked about the difference you can make with basic medical training. Having training and equipment like...

Sep 19, 20233 min read

What to do in an emergency (without your gun!)

I might be a firearm instructor, but I'll be the first to admit a firearm is very rarely the correct tool for the job. I like to think of...

Aug 3, 20234 min read

How to introduce the woman in your life to shooting

Alright guys, this one is for you. Have you ever wanted to share your interest in firearms with a woman in your life? Whether it is to...

Jul 29, 20234 min read

You Are Never Defenseless

In my last article I talked about how you are never helpless, with two examples of people who persevered through incredible odds. This...

Jul 19, 20235 min read

You Are Never Helpless

This post isn't about guns or gear, but something that is just as important in keeping you safe, and that's your mindset. In studying...

Jul 18, 20233 min read

The perfect beginner gun?

When you are first starting out with firearms it can be a bit bewildering picking your first gun. My recommendation for new shooters is...

Jun 26, 20234 min read

Trijicon SRO Review - Is it worth it?

When it comes to the world of handgun red dots there are a ton of great options. From rugged, combat-proven optics to specialized...

May 22, 20233 min read

How to fix your grip, improve your recoil control, and stop missing your first shots low & left

I see it all the time, a student who I know has good recoil control shoots those first few rounds and they nail the first shot on target...

May 11, 20237 min read

Why normal people learn CQB wrong

I was going over some room-clearing fundamentals with a client the other day when I realized the traditional way CQB (close-quarters...

Apr 24, 20233 min read

5 habits I learned from being cop that will make you harder to kill

Carrying a gun and learning how to use it effectively is great, but the best way to keep yourself safe is to ensure that you never have...

Apr 10, 20233 min read

How do I know if I should shoot someone?

If you are going to carry a gun in public it is probably a good idea to know your answer to that question. There are many different ways...

Apr 8, 20234 min read

Stop buying small guns!

Subcompact guns seem to be getting more and more popular. I see more and more Sig 365s and Glock 43s out at the range. While the new...

Apr 2, 20233 min read

How much ammo do I really need?

I might be the only firearms instructor to tell you that you might have too much ammo. That's right, I said it. I run into so many people...

Mar 23, 20234 min read

What are you really training for? The Skill Pyramid and How to Train the Right Stuff

I wrote a previous article about training with purpose and using the Skill Pyramid to structure your training. I think setting your...

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