In Arthur Jackson, we find an interesting dichotomy. An accomplished warrior rightfully venerated for exhibiting a level of personal valor unimaginable to most of us normal folk, he later found himself in an unexpected dark place.
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Cool Carry Gun: Should You Customize It?
Published: August 1, 2025 { 23 comments }Learn about the pros and cons of customizing your concealed carry gun and the options available to make it your own.
Do You Carry in Gun-Free Zones?
Published: July 31, 2025 { 26 comments }What do you do when your route takes you through a gun-free zone—or worse, into a state that treats your permit like a parking ticket from Mars?
Arrowhead Tactical Carrier Shorts Mk.II – The Perfect Summer Carry Solution
Published: July 27, 2025 { 0 comments }I’m stepping in front of the lens to talk about a piece of gear that’s completely changed how I approach concealed carry in the summer…the Arrowhead Tactical Carrier Shorts Mk.II. If you’re like me and want to carry every day but dread the idea of wearing pants when it’s over 100°F, these shorts might be [...]
Thoughts on Carry Rotations
Published: July 20, 2025 { 26 comments }Let’s discuss carry rotations, the pros, their cons, and the best way to establish one.
Mantis BlackbeardX For SCAR-L: Full Review
Published: July 20, 2025 { 0 comments }Have you ever wished that you could practice shooting your favorite FN SCAR, without racking up a huge bill on ammunition since you already spent all your money on this heavy, but sexy platform?
The .243 Winchester: More Than a Youth Round
Published: July 13, 2025 { 13 comments }Despite its smaller size, the .243 round is capable of downing whitetail and more, and has even gained a following among experienced hunters and long-range sport shooters.
Trigger Control: Master It
Published: July 5, 2025 { 0 comments }Learn about what good trigger control is and the importance of mastering it through finger placement and dry fire practice.
The Best .22LR Trainers – Train Cheap
Published: July 5, 2025 { 7 comments }For those of us with an itch to shoot, the .22LR provides the scratch without taking the scratch out of our wallet.
22 LR: Self-Defense Round or Not
Published: June 14, 2025 { 13 comments }The question of whether 22 LR is a good idea for self-defense used has more than one answer. Let’s break it down one piece at a time.









