Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
Project: Assess Firearm & Ammo Needs Without Delay
Given our current state of global turmoil, Paul’s advice seems very prudent. You should also read his Blueprint for Spooling Up.
How to Read the Streets: A Survival Skill That’s More Important Than Ever
Some incredibly solid information here.
Concealed Carry Tips: Avoiding The Stupid
Are you making any of these mistakes?
Youtube Commandos – Ken Hackathorn and Paul Howe discuss Internet Training Fads
Buyer beware.
How to Determine Eye Dominance
Massad Ayoob discusses eye dominance.
What Should You Do if You’re Threatened by a Mass Murderer?
The author of this comprehensive piece contacted me before it went to print. He got a lot of information from my website. It is a very in-depth analysis of the best strategies for dealing with an active killer. Even though the article is 10 years old now, I still think it’s one of the better articles on the topic that I’ve ever seen.
Upheaval: Turning Points for Nations in Crisis
What I’m reading…
Empty Chamber Carry – I
Claude shares some intelligent commentary on the topic of empty chamber carry.
Should You Search Your House For The Bad Guy?
Single person structure clearance is an exceptionally risky activity. Despite the danger, sometimes it’s necessary. If you want to learn how to do it right, come to my upcoming class in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
The Importance of Traveling without Guns
Somehow I managed to just return from a 10-day trip to a country that is 99% Muslim during a period of global unrest in the area. I did not carry a gun. You can do the same thing at your local concert venue or sporting event.
Hamas? Hezbollah? The PLO? Who’s Who in the Conflict with Israel
A quick read to get you up to speed on the players and the history of the HAMAS/Israel conflict. Once you understand this material, read about how it might affect you here in the USA.
Why You Might Need an Underwear Gun
The concept of the “underwear gun” is timeless and worthy of another look.
Caught on Camera: Man Followed From The Bank and Robbed
This crime is becoming endemic. You absolutely must understand how these criminals work.
The Grown-Up’s Guide to Sprinting
Being able to sprint 50 meters is a far more useful survival skill than having a two second Bill Drill.
Manly Must-Haves: Survival Gear for Every Guy
This is a pretty good list.
Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Acute Altitude Illness: 2024 Update
Important information for those of you who like to get high.
Safety Notice: Some Taurus GX4 Pistols May Discharge When Dropped
If you own a GX4, check and see if it needs some warranty work.
Spaulding’s Rules of Conflict
My buddy Dave drops some knowledge….
The Case For DA/SA Pistols
The traditional double action has some notable merits.
How To Perform The Perfect Rear Naked Choke by John Danaher
This might be the single most important fighting technique that anyone should learn. Thanks to Hock Hochheim for the link.
Treating Penetrating Chest Injuries
Our country is currently obsessed with tourniquets. Why I’m not denigrating their utility, did you know that more than 80% of gunshot wounds in active killer and terrorism attacks are to the head or torso? Knowing how to treat chest injuries is imperative.
You might also be interested in reading The 7 Essentials of Police Medical Gear.
In Defense of Night Sights
Most of my defensive carry guns have at least a front tritium night sight. While not essential, I have found them useful in some situations.
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