Adding Zero Magnification Electronic Sights To Flat-Top AR15 Rifles
Shooting from CQB distances out to 200 meters and beyond can greatly be aided with the use of red-dot or holographic electronic optics. They are much easier to shoot with than traditional iron sights....
View ArticleSurvival / Prepper Uses of 550 Paracord
Uses of Paracord: More Uses of Paracord: Tie tarp to trees Lanyard to hold items (knife, keys etc) Emergency para cord wrist band, emergency snare (from one of the strands inside) Fishing line (from...
View ArticleBeer Can Alcohol Stove (rewrite)
This post is a rewrite from a couple of years ago. A couple of use made alcohol stoves using the first video below. After making and trying out the stoves we made some interesting discoveries. What...
View ArticleWD-40
WD-40 was created as a rust preventative solvent and degreaser for missile parts by technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name stems from the fact that it was their 40th attempt to...
View ArticleStanley Steel Cooker plus Nesting Cups (rewrite)
This post can almost be considered a continuation of the Beer Can Alcohol Stove post from November 28th. The video on that post showed a great way to make a dirt cheap micro-size camp stove that burns...
View ArticleWhat Distance To Zero AR-15 Style Rifles
Battle Sight Zero = Set It And Forget It: Simply defined, “Battle Sight Zero” (sometimes referred to as “Battle Zero”, “BSZ”, or “BZ”) is a theoretical “set it and forget it” setting for your backup...
View ArticleSights and Optics Considerations For AR-15 Style Rifles
Introduction To Sights and Optics For AR-15 Rifles: The subject of sights and optics for AR-15 style rifles is vast. So that there is not any confusion, and so that you are not overwhelmed by all of...
View ArticleSurvival & Prepper Periodicals
This is a review of the five most popular preparedness / survival magazines at your local newsstand. I did not include any of the more gun-centric magazines such as Guns & Ammo that strictly...
View ArticleRuger’s ARX Polycase Ammunition
Introduction: The Polycase ARX bullet was designed and is manufactured in Savannah, Georgia. It is marketed by Ruger as the Ruger ARX. It is advertised as a high velocity, non-expanding bullet that...
View ArticleShotgun Pistol Grips
Pistol Grip Shotgun Philosophy: There are many mixed feelings and emotions about pistol grip shotguns. Many argue that they are not effective defensive weapons because they are harder to aim and...
View ArticleCurrently Issued Handgun Ammo For Law Enforcement
Handgun Ammunition Selection Philosophy: When selecting a handgun for personal protection I suggest that one of the criteria you should consider is that it is already in wide use by law enforcement...
View ArticleHurricane Matthew Observations & Surprises
This was submitted by a resident of Savannah, Georgia that chose to remain in the downtown area of the city and not evacuate for Hurricane Matthew. This is a good debrief written by someone who put a...
View ArticleExperiences and Lessons From Hurricane Matthew
Background: On October 10, 2016 the eastern coast of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina was raked by Hurricane Matthew as it traveled north just off of the coast. It was forecast to pass by...
View ArticlePublic Gun Ranges Near Savannah, Georgia
Below is a list of indoor and outdoor public firearm ranges in the Savannah, Georgia area. This area includes Hilton Head, Hinesville, and Ft. Stewart. Aim Center Mass, Inc. Phone Number: (912)...
View ArticleRules For A Gunfight
Rules For A Gunfight by Drill Instructor Joe B. Fricks, USMC: Forget about knives, bats and fists. Bring a gun. Preferably, bring at least two guns. Bring all of your friends who have guns. Bring four...
View ArticleTime Change Chores
Spoiler: Every Six Months: Every six months you should unload and disassemble all of the firearms that you may trust to save your life, whether they be the ones that you carry on a daily basis, or...
View ArticleM1 Carbine Magazines By Keep Shooting
Spoiler: They Rock! Keep Shooting’s M1/M2 Carbine Magazines* Finding quality, reliable magazines has always been the weak link with regards to owning and shooting a M1 Carbine. Historically the only...
View ArticleThe New Ruger LCP II: This is Not The Same LCP!
Spoiler: This Is A Great Gun (and I hated the original)! Today I had the opportunity to shoot Ruger’s new LCP II. I thoroughly expected to not be impressed as I had assumed that the LCP II is a...
View ArticleX-Products Can Cannon: Just Because You Can!
Why shoot sodas cans 100 yards? Just because you can! X-Products Can Cannon Product Description From The X-Product Website: The Can Cannon is a 100% legal soda can launcher for your AR-15 / M16 rifle....
View ArticleHD Television Antennas: Cut The Cord!
Cut the cord, or survive when the cord has been cut! Winegard Flatwave Indoor HD Antennas Most of the American population now receives its video news and entertainment via cable and satellite...
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