Gear
Blackhawk T-Series L2D Holster Review
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 […]
EDC
What’s In My Every Day Carry (EDC) Bag? [2023]
After my EDC update for the Spring and Summer season, I had readers ask about what I keep in my EDC bag. After reviewing the […]
Gear
Harry’s Holsters Icon 2.0 Holster Review
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 […]
EDC
Grey Ghost Gear Lightweight Assault Pack Mod 1 Review [2023]
Keeping in line with our “Spring-EDCleaning”, I wanted to give a review of the bag I’ve used for the last few years. Since about 2011, […]
Editorial
Optics Versus Irons on Pistols [2023]
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 […]
Editorial
Cognitive Conclave After Action Report [2023]
There is a line I attribute to Claude Werner that goes something to the effect of “most shooting classes are firing squad simulators.” The inaugural […]
Gear
Mystery Ranch Zoid Bag Review – Organizer Deluxe [2023]
Over the last few years, I’ve realized that I like my gear organized. Not just “organized”, but organized. When I reach into my EDC bag or […]
Guns
Old Bakersfield PD Qualification Course | Skills and Drills
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 […]
EDC
Mastermind Tactics Low-Pro Mag Pouch Review [2023]
Over the last year, I’ve moved from OWB carry for my spare magazine, to IWB. Like many parts of concealed carry, good gear can make […]
Ammunition
Testing Self Defense Ammo In The Wilson EDC X9 [2023]
As part of my ongoing review process for the Wilson Combat EDC X9, I wanted to test out a variety of ammunition. I’ve fed the […]
Editorial
Rim Lock | Serious Issue, or Overblown Concern?
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” […]
EDC
EDC Update Spring/Summer 2023 – What’s In My Pants?
Relatively often, I’m asked what gear I carry. I’ve been Every Day Carrying (EDC) a lot of the same stuff over the years. Gun, knife, […]
Reviews
NPE Counter Robbery with Burch, Bolke, & Haggard [2023]
In Spring of 2023, Dan, Ally, and I took the NPE Counter Robbery class. Taught by Cecil Burch, Darryl Bolke, and Chuck Haggard, this 3 […]
EDC
Methods for Low Profile Carry of Medical Equipment
In our world people like to focus on tools to make holes and apply pain. From every pokey-stabby thing, to the latest and greatest ballistic […]
Learn Something New
Rangemaster Baseline Assessment Drill [2023]
I was browsing YouTube one day, looking for more shooting drills to try out. I stumbled upon Tom Givens’ channel, and found the Rangemaster Baseline […]