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-Matt
Rifle Weight vs Balance: Why it Matters
Rifle weight is one of those things that always seems to be shifting, and that has a huge effect on balance. A lot of people put too much emphasis on the former, but forget the latter.
How to Measure Precision: Or, Why Three-Shot Groups are Terrible
One of my current goals is getting more involved in precision shooting and competition. It shouldn’t be a surprise that precision has been on my mind a lot lately. As I’ve been doing more and more reading and research, I’ve come across a few interesting ways of thinking about things that I want to share with you.
The Truth About AR-15 Marketing
Today’s episode is about the tactics of AR-15 marketing in particular, but what I’m saying applies just as much to all firearms and tactical marketing in general. The simple truth, albeit a harsh one, is that you are best served by ignoring the ads and influencers out there.
Savotta Jääkäri S – The Raw Truth Review
I've been using a Savotta Jaakari S daypack as my go-to for shooting, outdoors, photography, and other tasks since the end of 2018. It's time I laid out my thoughts on this Finnish backpack and why I chose it.
Project Gungnir: My First Precision Bolt Gun
I've written a lot about the AR-15 platform and its uses, but there's a lot more than that to shooting. Allow me to introduce you to my precision rifle project, which I plan to use for long-range training and competition.
The Tactical Chest Rig: What You Need, and What You Don’t
Today we're talking about the chest rig. Whether it's standalone or a plate carrier, putting stuff on your torso has become the de-facto "cool guy" way to do things. So what do you need to know about doing it?
Tarred Bank Line: the Cordage You’re Not Using, But Probably Should
Let’s step away from firearms for a minute and talk about cordage. Just about everyone in the shooting world knows of, and probably uses, 550 paracord. In fact, we love to “paracord all the things” with bracelets, rifle slings, and more. The stuff is useful for a lot of reasons, and we’ll get to it. But bank line is another alternative that you really should try out.
The Tactical Belt: Minimalist Duty Loadout for Everyday People
Today we continue our discussion of load carriage options by talking about the tactical belt. You might also know it as a duty belt, and it's a great method for carrying gear when you do it right.
Choosing the Best Concealed Carry Belt for You
Today we’re continuing our discussion on load carriage. But now we’re moving towards the discreet end of the spectrum. I didn’t think all that much about my belt when I first received my CCW permit. It was all about the pistol and associated holster. But the truth is that a good concealed carry belt is part of a system that includes the pistol, holster, belt, and you.
How To Find the Ideal Twist Rate for Your Rifle
Let's talk about twist rates. Specifically, I want to dig into the purpose of rifling and how to determine the right twist rate for your rifle and cartridge.
Barrel Length, Trajectory, and Learning Your Zero
There's a lot of engineering voodoo that goes into making a rifle work well and fire accurately. The length of a rifle's barrel and how it affects the velocity of the bullet is one of those major factors.
The Complete Guide to Your Iron Sight Zero
Most articles walk you through the basic steps of getting your iron sights zeroed, but they lack an explanation of why you're doing the steps you're doing. Let's change that.