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Galco Classic Lite 2.0 Review: A Perfect Fit for J-Frames
Anyone who knows me can tell you—I have a deep affinity for J-Frames. Currently, I own four different models. When someone claims to be a shooter but struggles to shoot a snubbie accurately, or they call themselves a firearms instructor yet don’t teach revolvers, I tell them they aren’t quite what they claim to be.…
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A Cautionary Tale: The Power of a Well-Timed Choke
As I sipped my morning coffee today, a strange thought crossed my mind—I started reflecting on the times I’ve choked someone out in the street. Exactly four times. Not a single attempt. Four for four. Lights out every time. Like any tactic, tool, or technique, it all comes down to timing and opportunity. A skilled…
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Vehicle Tactics for High-Threat Environments
High-threat driving is the skill of operating a motor vehicle under extreme stress and danger. However, vehicle tactics come into play when your car is disabled or blocked, preventing you from driving away—the best possible course of action in most cases. This article focuses on those tactics, presenting them in an order designed to build…
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The Case for Cross-Draw Carry
No matter the pursuit, we often base our actions on what we have seen others do—even when the only justification is, “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” This mindset can be problematic, especially when lives are at stake. Nowhere is this more evident than in the way people carry a handgun for self-defense. Miyamoto…
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Intentional vs Default Targeting Knives-Point Shooting for Edged Weapons
Many well-known edged weapon, self-defense, and martial arts instructors teach that in a violent encounter you will be able to intentionally target specific anatomical areas with a knife such as cutting the muscles an attacker coming at you with a hammer. However, this belief is often misguided. This would require you to be able to…
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A Closer Look at the North American Arms Mini Revolver
Over the years, I’ve handled several North American Arms (NAA) Mini Revolvers at gun shows. The first thing you notice when picking one up is just how rock-solid and well-machined they are. Yet, we’ve all heard the saying: “Friends don’t let friends carry mouse guns.” Anyone with firearm knowledge knows that .22 LR is the…
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The Palm Brace Grip
When defending yourself in an attack, if you manage to create the time and distance needed to deploy your own force option, your approach should aim to neutralize the threat as quickly as possible. Imagine the human body as a 55-gallon drum of water—you want to drain it effectively. A fundamental principle of edged…
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Blackjacks & Saps for law enforcement and citizens
In this community, the ongoing discourse revolves around gun control and the perceived encroachment of the government on our personal freedoms. However, I contend that the overarching concern is the assault on our inherent right to self-defense against potential aggressors. These inalienable rights, bestowed upon individuals by the Creator, should remain inviolable by any individual…
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How to- hammock instead of homeless
Even though I doubt that many think of it as a survival skill set, sleeping really is. At home we don’t put much conscious thought into it because we refine it over time being at the same place every night. All people knowingly or knowingly have a routine before bed. Without taking into account any…
Mindset-Training-Tools
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