Total Resistance

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No matter is you are a history buff, a prepper, or a patriot, this is a book worth having in your library. Total Resistance is very interesting, as well as unique book.

It is a government document designed to be given out to the general populace and it describes in detail the best way to conduct guerrilla warfare.

Their is a reason the Swiss have never been invaded, and its not because they are neutral – if I was a bully, and wanted a kids lunch money, just because he said he did not care I stole from the other kids would not stop me from stealing from him also… However, if the neutral kid was packing a .45 acp in his lunch box, I may decide to leave him alone.

The Swiss have decided that in the event of an invasion, the best way to survive is to fight, and this book tells how. While some of this is outdated – I mean, how many ways does a modern man need to know to successfully attack a passenger train station? but it is all adaptable, and the mindset ideas are priceless.

This is a small book, simply written, but it holds some very well thought out ideas. It is worth a look.

Techniques Of Medieval Armor Reproduction

Book Review: Techniques Of Medieval Armor Reproduction
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I play around with hot metal, I am just piddling, and while workable, none of my creations would past the inspection of a real blacksmith. However, I do enjoy it, and would like have enough time to practice more.

When I saw Techniques Of Medieval Armor Reproduction on Paladin Press’s scruffy list, I figured that at 50% off I could afford to take a chance on it. When I got this book, I was impressed at how much information was backed into this book.

While this book is geared toward established blacksmiths that want to recreate authentic pieces for SCA and other reenactors and other recreational sword bashers, it has a little for everyone.

It has a section of shop setup and tools, as well as showing specific techniques.

If you are interested in metal working, or medieval life in general, then this is a book worth reading. Now that I have it in my library, I believe it is worth buying at full price…

Techniques Of Medieval Armor Reproduction is one of the favorite books in my library.  I don’t have the skill to do anything in the book yet, but I am wanting to try my hand at chainmail at some point.

Stressfire, Volume 1

Book Review: Stressfire, Volume 1
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Lets face it, practicing basic fundamentals is not sexy, it is necessary, but not every shooter will spend money on a school that teaches repetition of basic shooting skills.

Because of this, many firearm instructors will create new techniques so they can fill up classes. In my other site I have repeatedly said that I don’t believe in adding things to your gun without being able to articulate a need.

I feel the same way about training. Progress for the sake of progress complicates the situation, gives you too much to master without enough benefit.

Stressfire is not one of those books. Ayoob tells you the problems his techniques are designed to solve, and step by step explains how they do so. Synthesizing solutions to problems, based upon the entire body of knowledge of a field is the mark of an expert. Ayoob is such an expert. While I have not incorporated every aspect of stressfire into my normal shooting skill-set, I do think each technique has it’s place in the tool box.

By reading this book, you will gain a deeper understanding of your shooting technique by comparing yours to the skills Ayoob describes.

I have a great respect for Ayoob’s work, and along with reviewing many of his books, I also have links to several of his YouTube videos as well.

The Modern Day Gunslinger

Book Review: The Modern Day Gunslinger
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While my Understanding the Use of Handguns is a great beginner book, the Modern Day Gunslinger is a great advanced text. This book is designed for those that have mastered the basics and want more training to increase their skills.

Don Mann, the author of this book, is a former Navy SEAL, the foreword was by LT. COL. Grossman, and so I had high hopes for this book when I ordered it. Quite simply, it delivered.

The Modern Day Gunslinger is a large book, and it is filled with training drills, techniques, and explanations. It is copiously illustrated with photographs, and is a very valuable addition to a training library.

In my own opinion, The Modern Day Gunslinger is the ultimate handgun training manual, and I am glad it is in my library – I use it quite often in my own personal training, and I whole-heartedly endorse it for your training. Because it can make a difference if you actually follow the guidelines in the book, you should own it.

I recommend you not only read this book, but get out and practice what it says.  Between it and the Home Schooled Shootist for Carbine and rifle work, you cannot go wrong.

The Herbal Medicine-Maker’s Handbook

Book Review: The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook
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This is a good complement to a disaster medicine library.  When I bought The Herbal Medicine-Maker’s Handbook I thought it was a listing of medicinal plants. I was wrong.

While there are some listings of specific plants and their uses, this book  deals with the mechanics of actually making medicine.

This book has very specific techniques to show you how to make tonics, poultices, creams, salves, and other preparations.

It also deals with harvesting, storage, and handling of medicinal plants.

While not what I was expecting, I am glad I purchased this book, as it gives information on the techniques of herbalism that is not easily found elsewhere.

If you are into bushcraft, herbalism, home healthcare, DIY, preparedness, or any other field where you may need herbal medicine you must have this book on your shelf.

Many older books on herbal medicine will tell you that a particular herb is good in a poultice or a tonic, or that it helps with a certain affliction.  This book tells you how to make a tonic, or what a poultice actually it.

It teaches you how and when to harvest, as well as how to store your herbs and prepare them.  As I said – this book is extremely useful as a preparation for hard times. (Especially with Obama care screwing up the medical system)