Today’s post is on checking new duty ammo. Generally I don’t have all that strong attention to detail – I play the averages; however, when it comes to my carry guns I am a little pickier. Looking at the odds I will ever have to use my gun to defend myself or a loved one, […]
Category: Gun and Other Self Defense Stuff
This section is pretty broad and actually covers more than it says. This is a catch all for prepper related gun and weapon things as well as self defense training. If I don’t have a better place to put it and it is dangerous it will probably be found in this section.
Tactical Does NOT mean What You Think It Means
While talking with some prepper friends, I was shown a picture of the kit of a particular survival instructor. This man had skills, no doubt. However I was amazed at the magnitude of his gear. He had 3 different shovels – from a small backpacking trowel, to a large sharpened cold steel shovel. He carried […]
Firearm Suppressor Basics
There are many misconceptions about firearm suppressors or “silencers”. That is a shame since suppressor information is very easy to find if you just look. This post is about firearm suppressor basics. Suppressors were one of the items that became regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA) of 1934. This means that suppressors are classified […]
Functional And Affordable Upgrades For Your Shotgun
The following guest post shows some affordable upgrades for your shotgun. Everyone likes to have accessories and modify their shotgun in one way or another. Some people will never modify or upgrade the gun, but those same people will buy a precisely fit sling or unique protective case. Those that do upgrade will add any number […]
How to Build a Survival Squirrel Snare
Trapping gives much more meat per unit of energy expended than hunting does. Using snares is a passive activity; you can set several traps in multiple locations and check them once a day leaving you free to do other useful work while still gathering food. Hunting requires active attention; you cannot stalk a deer […]