Articles by Daniel Reedy

About Daniel Reedy

Daniel holds instructor certifications from Rangemaster, Agile Training & Consulting, and the NRA. He has received training from Craig Douglas, Tom Givens, and Steve Fisher among others. He also has experience competing in USPSA, CAS, 3 Gun, and Steel Challenge. In his free time Daniel enjoys petting puppies and reading the Constitution. His work is also published by Athlon Outdoors, AmmoLand, Recoil Concealment, Air Force Times, and other publications.

The Shortcomings of 357 Magnum for Conceal Carry

August 1, 2023 Daniel Reedy

There’s something about the .357 Magnum that inspires awe in many shooters. While not quite the earth quaking round that the .44 Magnum is, the […]

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Harry’s Holsters Monocle Holster for the Taurus 856 TORO Review

July 25, 2023 Daniel Reedy

It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Harry’s Holsters. Over the past few years I’ve reviewed both their original Icon holster for snub revolvers, […]

My Favorite YouTube Gun Channels [2023]

July 18, 2023 Daniel Reedy

Over the past several months I’ve spoken to my favorite gun related blogs, both currently active, and defunct. After spending more than my fair share […]

The Gunsite Glock Service Pistol | Heresy or Modernized Tradition?

July 11, 2023 Daniel Reedy

Earlier this year a collaboration between Gunsite Academy and Davidsons was announced, taking the gun world by surprise. The Gunsite Service Pistol is essentially a […]

How to Strengthen Freedom for Independence Day

July 4, 2023 Daniel Reedy

Independence Day is one of my favorite holidays every year. Despite not being a big fireworks guy, or a big partier, I always look forward […]

Gunsite 260 Shotgun Course Review [2023]

June 20, 2023 Daniel Reedy

Gunsite Academy is often considered the Mecca of firearms training. Despite a large focus on handguns, they offer a wide variety of courses, both marksmanship […]

Blackhawk T-Series L2D Holster Review

June 6, 2023 Daniel Reedy

I don’t carry outside the waistband often, usually reserving that for certain classes and competitions. When I do carry in this manner, I often have […]

Harry’s Holsters Icon 2.0 Holster Review

May 30, 2023 Daniel Reedy

I’m no stranger to Harry’s Holsters. Back in 2019 I reviewed the first version of the Icon, which became my daily holster for much of […]

Optics Versus Irons on Pistols [2023]

May 23, 2023 Daniel Reedy

Over the past few years the debate between irons versus optics on pistols has raged both online and in person. I found myself on the […]

Old Bakersfield PD Qualification Course | Skills and Drills

May 11, 2023 Daniel Reedy

A few months ago I started seeing the Old Bakersfield PD Qualification Course pop up in my social media feeds. Everyone from Greg Ellifritz, to […]

Rim Lock | Serious Issue, or Overblown Concern?

May 4, 2023 Daniel Reedy

I am a proponent of carrying smaller calibers in pocket pistols. Specifically, I really like mouse guns in 22LR, 22WMR, and 32ACP; trading “stopping power” […]

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