The evolution and revolution of the 1911 are both alive and doing well. Modern machining and the lessons learned from 30 years of competition means even these classics can get the best triggers, sights, finishes and magazine wells available. These may be the Classic Division guns but they are leaps and bounds better than most of the 1911s of old.
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9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 2 Revolver or Pistol for CCW?
Published: July 18, 2017 { 121 comments }I have always carried autos, but that is as much a training scar as a lifestyle choice.
Everyday Essentials: Carrying In Non-Permissive Environments
Published: July 14, 2017 { 2 comments }There is a perception amongst some in our society that if there is no threat directly in front of them then there is no danger and therefore no reason to be prepared for what might happen. Everyday carry can mean different things to different people.
Ashbury, Cabela’s Team with Remington on Accurized M700 with AR Features
Published: July 11, 2017 { 2 comments }Ashbury Precision Ordnance is now offering a lightweight, modern Remington Model 700 built on their accuratized Saber chassis that features AR components.
Top Five Pocket Carry Holsters
Published: July 11, 2017 { 16 comments }With pocket carry, there may be some issues with printing, yes, but with the right holster, it’s just a bulge in your pocket perhaps caused by a phone or a wallet or whatever.
Full Conceal Goes P320 with New Custom Deep-Concealment SIGs
Published: July 10, 2017 { 59 comments }Full Conceal, a custom concealed-carry pistol shop, is now building specialty SIG P320 ultra-compact kits for deep concealment.
This Simple Drill You Can Do on the Couch Will Improve Trigger Control
Published: July 10, 2017 { 5 comments }Just because you can’t get to the range doesn’t mean you can’t practice your fundamentals.
Ammo Test: Edge TLR —Federal’s Heavy Hitting .308
Published: July 6, 2017 { 22 comments }Federal introduced the new Edge TLR (Terminal Long Range) bullets in .308. The bullets are tipped with a hollow polymer shell that is supposed to shear off on impact, leaving a massive hollowpoint.
Shooting in the Dark? The Top Five Low Light Fixes
Published: July 5, 2017 { 3 comments }Since life-threatening encounters occur in broad daylight as well as in pitch blackness and everywhere in between, it behooves us to be able to follow the “know your target” rule not only by being able to see a target but also by being able to aim properly.
Eric Holder for President in 2020?
Published: July 5, 2017 { 44 comments }“Now is the time to be more visible,” said Holder. “Now is the time to be heard.”