Over the past few years, I have done many firearms reviews. I try to give my honest opinion on those firearms as they relate to being prepared for dangerous situations, their use for self-defense, etc. As a result, I receive emails asking my opinions are all sorts of firearms. And...
I have always considered myself to be an AR guy. I have built and own multiple ARs. A short barrel AR is something I carry to work everyday. I have shot, carried, and trained with ARs for years. But I’ll let you in on a little secret. The very first rifle...
I’ve written a few articles about EDC, and I’ve mentioned having an EEDC bag. This of course brings a few emails asking questions about it. Questions like: What is it? What is in it? Should I have one? I have received enough emails over the years that I thought I’d...
I recently added an AR 5.56 pistol to my collection of firearms. In my line of work, I do a lot of dynamic building entry and building clearing. I had been issued a SBR (short barrel rifle) by my department. But it is the old Colt A1. This one has...
You have most likely heard the old adage “I have my pistol to fight my way to my rifle.” This is certainly something I believe in, though I hope to never have to. But I also believe in the old adage, “Better safe than sorry.” Especially in my line of...
With all the political hubbub out there about firearms, I know that there are MANY people who do not own a firearm, but are now seriously considering getting one. And to those people, I strongly urge you to do so. Our 2nd amendment rights are under attack. So now is...
Editor’s note: In the past several weeks, the attack on gun rights and gun owners has exploded. I have been a 2nd amendment supporter, but now I feel like being just a supporter is no longer enough. I need to become an active advocate. As a result, I have decided...
I read so many articles on dealing with SHTF scenarios. Everything from bugging out, what gear to have, how to get home, what to eat, etc. But I see very little on what people can do with their down time during long-term grid down situations. Trust me, after a few...
I have deliberately tried to stay away from politics on this site. I have said many times that I believe preparedness should transcend political, religious, and ideological beliefs. Disaster can strike at any time, and does not discriminate. That being said, I firmly believe that part of being prepared is...
Bugging out represents a major disaster scenario, especially for me. I’d much rather bug in and “ride the disaster out” at home if at all possible. But I also understand not having plans for bugging out is a recipe for disaster. So I have created plans in the unfortunate event...
Chances are that as a prepper, you most likely have those family members or friends that you love and care about who are not completely on board with the idea of being prepared. Maybe they see preppers as “kooky”. Or maybe they just choose to live their life with their...
From time to time I get emails asking about rifle optics. It’s a great question I enjoy discussing. To answer that question, there are several different factors that need to go into the decision-making process. I thought I’d take a look at 6 factors that you need to consider when...
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