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Surveillance Video: Concealed Carry Stops Milwaukee Robbery

Corey Graff — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:54:23 +0000

On Jan. 30, 2012, Dierre Cotton allegedly attempted to rob an Aldi's grocery store in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a sawed off rifle. A customer carrying a concealed handgun changed the outcome of events for the better and stopped the robbery spree.

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Shooting Competition as Training: How ‘Real’ Is It?

Corrina Peterson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:30:24 +0000

Though certainly not complete training in and of itself, shooting competition (IDPA, IPSC, etc.) can be a useful component of firearms training, skill maintenance and skill assessment.

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Newhall: Have We Forgotten the Lessons for Combat and Self Defense?

Corrina Peterson — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:12:08 +0000

The slaughter of four young California Highway Patrol Officers at Newhall, in 1970, was a watershed experience in the history of American law enforcement. Four decades after the incident, the lessons from Newhall illustrate critical aspects of tactical training for law enforcement and self-defense.

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Rifle Painting: Blending In

Tiger McKee — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 19:37:52 +0000

Learn about camo painting your rifle so it, as well as you, can blend in no matter where you are with this easy do-it-yourself project.

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Post-Disaster Survival: Dynamic Entry Tools 101

Dave Morelli — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 21:12:24 +0000

Following a disaster, access to friends and family may be not be as easy as opening a door. Understanding dynamic entry tools and techniques is important. Tactical expert and law enforcement veteran Dave Morelli explains these concepts in this article.

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That Pesky Spring: Two Tricks to Reassemble Your 1911

Corrina Peterson — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:11:42 +0000

After cleaning or maintenance, most pistols can be reassembled simply by reversing the order of disassembly. And some can’t. Check out these tips for reassembling your 1911 pistol.

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Draw Quickly, Holster Slowly And With Care

Kevin D. Michalowski — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 20:05:43 +0000

When you are buying a CCW holster and a cover garment look for the little things that can hang up and possibly cause an unsafe situation. You will be glad you did.

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Prepare to Survive: Get a Pack, a Plan, and the Skills You Need

Corrina Peterson — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:26:09 +0000

Survival, disaster preparedness and bug-out bags are among the hottest topics these days, and Gun Digest has what you need to be prepared. Make sure you have a pack, a plan, and the skills necessary to survive real emergencies that could occur in your part of the world.

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Tips for that Remote Tape Switch on Your AR-15

Corrina Peterson — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:31:24 +0000

For the general purpose AR, a dedicated weapon-mounted light is a popular accessory, whether mounted on the rail or the vertical foregrip. If you're using a remote tape switch with your light, there are a couple of critical points to watch for.

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Why Keep Your Weapon Concealed? It Gives You The Advantage

Kevin D. Michalowski — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:09:50 +0000

If you are in a fight for your life there are no rules. You must win and to do so you must always maintain a tactical advantage.

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