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Category Archives: self-defense
Pocket carry solution
July 4 is the traditional occasion to show off BBQ guns. The rest of the summer, most people prefer to carry discreetly, and often that means wearing pocket pistols. A great variety of small revolvers and autoloaders, such as the … Continue reading
Posted in holster, pistol, self-defense, weapon
Tagged 9mm.PF9, CCW Breakaways, draw, jeans, keltec, khankis, pants, slacks
3 Comments
The very adjustable SSG08
I will be posting a practical comparison between SSG08 and SSG69 later this summer. One is adjustable but the other has the charm of simplicity. Shown here with the old version of 3.5-15×56 Nightforce scope.
Good article on rape prevention
On a blog with the funniest header graphic. And he does have my position correctly pegged: rape, along with other physical crimes against another person, should be a capital offense at the attempt stage. Minor quibble: I’d estimate the number … Continue reading
Reading Between the Signs, new on CTD blog
An overview of anti-gun signs in Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary.
Viridian X5L RS installed
In case of civil unrest, rioters would be well served to stay away from people with rings on their fingers. A single person might choose to retreat, but those who can’t maneuver due to kids would be more inclined to … Continue reading
Riots vs. pogroms
I hear quite a few worried comments about the possibility of civil unrest in the US. Looking at the precedents, I see three directions it could take: riots, pogroms and freelance criminal activity. The latter, individually perpetrated crime, is what … Continue reading
Posted in ammunition, hunting, rifle, rkba, self-defense, shotgun, Uncategorized
Tagged disturbance, pogrom, riot, sniper
26 Comments
Active and passive safety devices.
Obviously, the rifle would have to be wrapped against dust.
Posted in pistol, rifle, rkba, self-defense
Tagged 9x19, bike, helmet, keltec, motorcycle, SU16
12 Comments
Mordor of the Midwest
On the way to the NRA convention, my friend Dennis and I wound up cutting through about twelve miles of Illinois territory and went through the main street of Cairo. The entire town looked like this or worse. The only … Continue reading
OK, maybe this wouldn’t stop a riot…
…but it would certainly end one fast! STG58 with Cyclone muffler for hearing protection and 100rd Beta magazine for lead sufficiency. Ear muffs have built-in radio jack and stereo microphones that improve on un-amplified hearing, wearing eye protection is just … Continue reading
Posted in interesting people, rifle, self-defense, sound suppressor, weapon
Tagged 308Win, AAC, Beta, drum, FAL, high-capacity
17 Comments
New on CTD: The Great Marginal Utility of the First Gun.
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Don’t end up like Reginald Denny.
SU16D12 The rail was designed by a Kel-tec employee and is one of several made for evaluation. The carbine can be fired with one hand if necessary and runs great with the 60-round Surefire magazine. I’d probably prefer a lighter … Continue reading
An old poster with corrected spelling.
For http://www.mvb.org.br/
15 rounds of 12ga
With magnum shells, the full KSG load of 15 shots adds up to a whole pound (!) of lead. With reduced recoil 1oz loads and straight stock, KSG becomes a very comfortable shotgun.
Posted in ammunition, self-defense, shotgun
12 Comments
Gio with KSG
Posted in interesting people, self-defense, shotgun
Tagged 12ga, black, dress, keltec, KSG, woman
9 Comments
On alert
RMR30 carbine with 3x Primary Arms illuminated scope
New on CTD blog: How to introduce new shooters, efficiently.
New article on CTD blog about providing a good first range experience for new shooters. The holster purse above is from Gun Tote’n Mamas.
An honorable obligation
Wedding vows are heavy on promises. Implied in them is the intent to keep the spouse safe. It’s not the promise to “protect by calling strangers to our aid” but to “cherish and protect”. The obligation is gender-neutral. A single … Continue reading
Posted in interesting people, rifle, rkba, self-defense, weapon
9 Comments
How my models learn to shoot
Some of the people I photograph are not familiar with firearms. I try to remedy that, both to have more versatile models and for their benefit as well. I taught the basics to two last weekend, both times using suppressed … Continue reading
Posted in ammunition, rifle, self-defense, sound suppressor, training, weapon
Tagged keltec, red dot, SU22
4 Comments
Getting a sidearm for carry — help a girl out
An acquaintance in Florida is raising funds for the side arm, the training and the government permission to carry it. Help her out if you like. I think it’s worth doing.