Theodore Roosevelt was so manly that he was shot in the chest while giving a speech, but chose to finish the speech before getting help. This is the story of that assassination attempt, and how it became barely a footnote in the life of a great American.
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The Manliest American Who Ever Lived and the Gun That Didn’t Stop Him
Published: January 13, 2019 { 31 comments }CrossBreed Reckoning
Published: January 13, 2019 { 2 comments }Today, Crossbreed is introducing a new holster that in many ways takes them back to their roots. The Reckoning is here. I ordered mine for a 5-inch 1911.
The Perfect Noob Gun: The Handgun That Is Just Right for the New Shooter
Published: January 8, 2019 { 25 comments }“I am shopping for my first handgun and I’m a complete newbie to shooting. What should I buy?”
Proof Research: Applying Rocket Science to Rifle Barrels
Published: January 6, 2019 { 4 comments }Proof Research builds weapons for the government using space-age tech. They also design state-of-the-art products—such as barrels—for consumers.
The Assassination of William McKinley: Of Hopeless Causes and One Seriously Pathetic Pistol
Published: January 6, 2019 { 23 comments }President McKinley was assassinated by a lunatic with a gun so small that no adult could hold it properly. But the president’s death changed American history and ushered Theodore Roosevelt to the Oval Office.
ZEV Technologies Introducing Modular Steel-Framed Glock-Pattern Pistol
Published: January 3, 2019 { 2 comments }ZEV Technologies has been making aftermarket Glock parts for more than a decade, and now they’re making complete pistols. Introducing the O.Z-9.
Walther Announcing Steel-Framed Q5 Match Pistol
Published: January 1, 2019 { 0 comments }Walther Arms is breaking into new ground with their latest striker-fired 9mm handgun, the Q5 Match Steel Frame 9mm competition pistol.
Little Black Gun: Never Goes Out of Style
Published: December 31, 2018 { 8 comments }It’s a staple of the female wardrobe, a go-to outfit for many occasions, a tried-and-true fashion statement that flatters every style, every decade and every frame.
Four Tips to Maximize Concealed Carry Comfort
Published: December 26, 2018 { 15 comments }There are a number of simple pointers that might not be immediately apparent to the new handgun carrier that can dramatically mitigate any discomfort caused by carrying a gun
Hot Tactics for Cold Weather: Turn Up the Heat on Your EDC
Published: December 17, 2018 { 6 comments }Winter can affect how we protect ourselves, and it makes good sense to consider all of the potential issues.









