December 6th, 2022 4minute read Im an avid researcher of historical military photos. I enjoy searching for rare and hidden gems that might not have been seen for decades. This is where my, and likely your, main area of interest is. TheM1918A2 Browning Automatic Rifle: nearly 20 pounds of firepower in color or black and white. Image: NARA The critical sequence of film, camera and processing was still variable, and ultimately fragile....
But what is the story behind this company? This article will unpack the need-to-know information about BRCC. They wanted to give back to the community, and especially to veterans. The successful Black Rifle Coffee Company has grown leaps and bounds in a very short time. The author explores how they got here. Photo: Black Rifle Coffee Company In fact, they gave veterans significant employment opportunities within the company. Our goal is to employ 10,000 veterans....
Our duty handgun at the time was a .357 Magnum revolver. It was a nice combination. I met the special duty officer in the lobby. The Bianchi name is a revered one in the law enforcement and shooting worlds. Holsters bearing the name are known to be quality rigs. As we talked, the suspect emerged from the bar. We took him down to the ground, pinning him on his back initially....
Augarten flew P-47 Thunderbolts for the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He was shot down over Normandy in 1944 and captured, but ultimately escaped. This was a time of profound desperation for the burgeoning Israeli state. The Supermarine Spitfire is one of the iconic fighter aircraft from World War II. It was developed in the United Kingdom. Photo: Adrian Pingstone/Released to public domain Things looked grim, indeed....
Quite a mouthful, isnt it? Rather, it was because of the wide degree of menus, sub-menus and features this compact unit affords. The unit includes four thermal views: White Hot, Black Hot, Red Hot, and Color. The iRay Rico Micro thermal scope offers a wide range of features and excellent optical clarity in a variety of shooting conditions. My methodology was crude but effective. Five more rounds sent and when I approached theSplatter Shot target, I was genuinely surprised....
December 1st, 2022 6:01 runtime On September 1, 2022, Springfield Armory launched the1911 DS Prodigy 9mm. I was fortunate enough to get one early and spend ample range time with this double-stack 1911 pistol. The gun looks sharp, and its lightning fast, especially compared to my other pistols. Is the Springfield Armory Prodigy a pistol that can be concealed for everyday carry? How about with a weaponlight and an optic? The author thinks so....
What Is a Karambit? The curved blade was employed by farmers for cutting vegetation or general utility. One could also be utilized as a defensive weapon if the need arose. Springfield Armory teamed up with CRKT for this special edition version of the Provoke: a folding karambit knife. A karambit can lacerate, thrust, strike, trap, lock and block. Because of its power and versatility, the karambit can be found in many countries martial arts systems....
Each round that struck the improvised armor plate delivered a massive punch to Neds head or torso. When he was finally subdued it was found that Kelly had suffered more than 20 wounds. Even so, he survived to be tried and then hanged for his crimes. This U.S. body armor shield was designed by Hamilton De Forest of New York. It bears a passing resemblance to modern bulletproof vests. It was one of the most lightweight WWI designs....
November 28th, 2022 5minute read Sound suppressors for handguns offer unique benefits as well as comparably unique challenges. The modern handgun sound suppressor sports about as much technology as the space shuttle. Pistol Physics The speed of sound in dry air is about 1,125 feet per second. Sound suppressors, like this one on the Springfield XD-M Elite Tactical OSP, are a great tool for reducing the negative impacts of noise and recoil....
There are tons of options, and they both have positives or negatives to them. However, either optic choice with a skilled shooter behind them can excel at hitting their intended target. For longer shots, flip the magnifier back. LPVO vs. red dot sights: there is no wrong choice, but one optic choice maybe be better suited for your needs than the other. Its a very easy-to-use process. What Is an LPVO?...
November 26th, 2022 6minute read Do you know what the most underrated piece ofEDC gearis? A sweet pair of shades. I jest, but a good pair of shades are worth their weight in gold. Protecting your eyesight doesn’t have to be purely utilitarian. Gatorz eye pro combines stylish design with impact resistance. Eye protection is an often overlooked but utterly important consideration. But its not that easy, you might say....
November 25th, 2022 3:12 runtime Learning to move and shoot is an important skill set. That is because thats not a real situation. The drill is appropriately titled theTime 4 Position Drill. Moving and shootingare important skills. Soldiers and law enforcement could fill weeks on end with stories of real-life engagements with armed threats from unconventional firing positions. We prefer to do this drill with a steel target downrange. From there you want to have a lateral shooting line marked out....
What is a gray man, you may ask? The gray man has an exceptional talent that will likely never be noticed, which is by design. He blends in with the crowd, doesnt draw attention to himself, and avoids confrontation. Are you ready to defend yourself? Or, is the entire situation avoidable in the first place? Flying under the radar is not a bad thing in many cases. Anything from bright colors, loud noises erratic movements and more, can trigger it to take notice....
