Reinventing the Wheel [Gun]: An Interview With the Revolver Guy

You know, I’ve never thought about it much but I know very little about revolvers. As someone who is a confirmed ballistics and firearms nerd, I’ve never actually learned anything about an entire class of firearms that dominated the personal defense scene for most of modern history. My guest on the podcast today, Justin Carroll, is here to help with that. Justin is a former a US Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance member turned personal digital security expert. He’s also the Editor and Chief of Revolver Guy. Justin has published articles for GUNS Magazine, American Handgunner, and currently writes for Lucky ...
ACOG TA-110 from the front and on its side

AR-15 Optics: Making the Best Choice for You

Like barrels, triggers, and all the other choices, Ar-15 optics are a challenging one. There's a lot of misunderstanding and "fluff" out there. I want to take a few moments and discuss some thoughts on optics selection.

The Marksman’s Path

Today I want to talk a little about something I call The Marksman’s Path. No, I’m not referring to myself. One of the stated goals of this website is to build a better kind of citizen. I wanted to take a moment to discuss what that looks like. So settle in, press play, and let’s get to it.
Canadian C7A2

A Builder’s Guide to the M16A5 Concept Rifle

The M16A5 configuration, though somewhat ambiguous, is some of the most fun you can have with the AR15 platform. You might know it as any combination of collapsible stock and 20" barrel, but there is actually a history here I wanted to get into. At the end, we'll talk about building your own version.

Becoming a Sniper with John Simpson

I recently interviewed John Simpson, a veritable encyclopedia of sniper knowledge. He has a long history with Special Forces and Police sniping, has written several books on the topic, and regularly teaches courses. In this interview, we cover John's history as well as a variety of topics surrounding sniping.

Rucking 30 for 30 Marksman Challenge

The July 2019 Marksman Challenge is upon us. Last month the focus was on the fundamentals of rifle marksmanship, and this month we pivot to fitness. The theme of the month is rucking. So dust off your pack and let's get to work.

Welcome to the Show: Everyday Marksman Radio

In this first official episode of Everyday Marksman Radio, we cover the basics. Who am I, what are we doing here, and what you should expect going forward. Welcome to the show!

Does the ACOG Really Slow You Down? Part 1

Check on any given online forum focused on the AR-15/M4, or really any gun board, and you'll likely find a debate over using ACOGs in a world full of red dots and Low Power Variable Optics (LPVO). I decided to test it out. Internet speculation and hokey superstition are no match for cold hard data.

Introducing The Everyday Marksman Radio Podcast

It's been a while coming, but now it's here. Introducing the Everyday Marksman Radio podcast. This initial episode is short and required to get the podcast into directories. I look forward to sharing more soon!

Standing Position Tips and Crushing the Marksman Challenge

The standing position is the most difficult to master for marksmanship. With the June challenge underway and such a tough accuracy standard, I wanted to ask around for some standing position tips to help you, and me to be honest, out with earning that badge. Let's dig into it.

The Biggest Mistake We Make with Buying Gear

The hard truth is that most of us in the shooting world have a poor mindset when it comes to how we buy gear. We prioritize the weapon's capability over our own and then sacrifice our time and training as a result. We need to stop that.

You Can’t Reach Mastery Without Conflict

Today we're talking about mindset. Too many people have a bias towards the status quo, and it's actively holding them back from reaching their goals. It's not entirely their fault, though, because there's a lot of systems trying to maintain that status quo.

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