Stemming from his childhood love of WWII history, Nic’s passion for firearms continues to grow as his maturity level recedes. He has competed in local USPSA, IDPA, and rifle competitions, and has an almost unnatural affection for Rosie, his Gen3 Glock 19.
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I do my best to avoid flying. I’m much more of a road trip person. Sometimes, seeing the country from 30,000 feet is my only option, though. I also have a family, which means that traveling involves bringing a ton of crap. Lately, I’ve been searching for luggage [Read More…]
Almost two years ago, I bought my wife a SIG P320 FCU. She was pregnant with our second maniac. I mean, beautiful child. At a certain point, we decided it was unsafe for her to continue shooting. Since she couldn’t shoot, building some grown-up LEGOs was the next best [Read More…]
Just as it is with power tools, each type of firearm has its own purpose. With the modularity of platforms like the AR-15, one type of gun can be configured in many different ways, covering different kinds of tasks. In my personal collection, I have a shorty AR for [Read More…]
In this episode of TFB, Nic L., long time TFB writer, makes his debut on YouTube. Nic is a huge Springfield Armory Hellcat guy, so the new threaded barrel and Hellcat PRO models have him all worked up. But why? Who cares about threading a tiny micro-compact like the Hellcat, or SIG P365, or FN [Read More…]
Every year, I find myself having the same conversation with myself. Is it time to stray from Glocks? I’ve tried a few handguns that I can see replacing the system of pistols, mags, holsters, and bags. Then, like clockwork, something happens that sends me right back [Read More…]
The number of third generation Glock clones is astounding. Some companies are based solely on taking proven designs and finding ways of making them more appealing to their audiences. For example, Shadow Systems has created their own versions of Glock pistols, but they [Read More…]
As the world has become less stable, many people have made the decision to learn how to protect themselves. First-time firearm owners number in the millions. These millions include legions of women, who through their interest in defense, have also found a love of [Read More…]
I love my Hellcat Pro. The pistol has accompanied me almost every day since it was released. There is, however, always room for improvement. Adding accessories to your carry gun can enhance your ability to be effective if the need arises. There are also accessories that [Read More…]
One of the most critical components when it comes to carrying a firearm is your belt. Without a stable platform to hold the weight of your pistol, holster, magazines, and IFAK, you’re in for a frustrating and embarrassing afternoon at the range. Of course, there are [Read More…]
A common anti-Second Amendment talking point is that the Founding Fathers couldn’t possibly have imagined the evolution that firearms have seen since they had a key role in founding the United States. Of course, we know that to be untrue, due to the letter written to [Read More…]
Some rifles need to be wet to run well, while others enjoy a good, carbon-soaked beating. No matter how well any particular firearm can fight through grime, they all need maintenece at some point. In this regard, AR-pattered rifles do a great job of making field [Read More…]
I don’t know if I’m a traditionalist or a Luddite, but the smartwatch trend missed me. However, my wife and almost everyone I know have one. The Apple Watch is by far one of the most popular. Apple is known for its signature slick and clean aesthetic, but [Read More…]
I’ve heard it said that any gun is only as good as its magazine. As someone with a family to feed, I’ve dipped my toe into the world of cheap gear. Some of those purchases have been magazines of questionable merit, and I must say that I agree with the earlier [Read More…]
Carrying in a purse is a popular method among prepared women, and is sometimes the only option available. Just ask my wife when she was eight months pregnant. With so many new firearms owners being women, there has been a surge in female-directed options. Jessie & [Read More…]
Firearms are not unique in their contentious relationship with dust and dirt. Any machine that gets foreign material in its operating system is bound to fail eventually. When it comes to your rifle, however, being on the wrong side of that relationship could lead to [Read More…]
While a negligent discharge is at the top of my list of things to avoid on the range, there are other dangers to consider while shooting. Traditional steel targets cause bullets to fragment on impact. Those tiny pieces typically fly into the ground around the target, [Read More…]
The sound of ringing steel is one of the most satisfying sounds I’ve ever heard. If you’re a fan of precision shooting, you know that the absence of that distant ring can be crushing, and can change the entire course of a match. The PRS stage that has [Read More…]
The advances in technology for accessories mean nothing without a solid platform on which to mount them. While high-end thin handguards can be plenty strong, some people still prefer the tank-ish quad rails of old. As someone who just ditched mine earlier this year, I [Read More…]
Strike Industries has been in the stock game for some time. Personally, I ran their fixed stock for a while. If you were looking for something with some adjustment, Strike offers other flavors, such as their original Pit Stock. True to form, Strike Industries offered [Read More…]
Concealed carry doesn’t always mean squirreling away a gun inside your pants. Many who carry choose to wear their gun on the outside of their pants, or outside-the-waistband. OWB carry can be very comfortable, and Mission First Tactical seeks to take advantage of [Read More…]
As tastes, technology, and applications change, the optics market continues to change. The Trijicon RMR has been around since 2009. Believe it or not, that’s almost 15 years ago. Fifteen years is a lifetime when it comes to tech, and in looking forward, many [Read More…]
Ammunition has looked largely the same for over one hundred years. Looks, however, can be extremely deceiving. Inside the tiny capsules, changes in technology are ever-advancing. Bullet design, consistent primers, and better powder have been the focus for many years. [Read More…]
For centuries, people have been shielding themselves from enemy weapons using armor. For whatever reason, even with the numbers and power of modern weapons, civilian body armor has become a contentious subject. Call me crazy, but to avoid death, I’d wear a magic [Read More…]
There are times when I need to leave my vehicle in some less-than-ideal locations. I don’t leave my gun in my car, but I still feel uneasy about leaving documentation or other valuables in my car for too long. I drive an older car, so many of the built-in vehicle [Read More…]
Shotguns are a force to be reckoned with. Yes, they have their drawbacks, but a shotgun can serve up devastating results. Many people choose to use their shotguns as their primary home defense firearm, and you’ll still find one in most police cruisers. Enhancing [Read More…]
Polymers have done a lot for the advancement of firearms technology. One area of this industry that was heavily impacted was the manufacture of magazines. Almost every firearm I own came with a polymer magazine. Additionally, almost every aftermarket magazine I purchase [Read More…]
It used to be the obsession to melt carry guns down so far for comfort, they lost all of their workability. In the past few years, I’ve seen the pendulum swing. Prepared citizens are training more and finding that sharper edges can lead to increased performance. [Read More…]
My first handgun was on sale when I bought it. Starting your journey into firearms can be tough when you’re young. Shooting is an expensive activity. However, there comes a point in every shooter’s life when they have the resources to make a more substantial [Read More…]
Short guns are all the rage these days. Small firearms are great in some specific applications but generally speaking, there are some sacrifices that need to be made. One of these issues is that with a shorter barrel, there’s less real estate for your support [Read More…]
The laws of physics can be so annoying. As much as we’d like to be perfect shooters every time, there are universal rules that we fight against. A great example of this is recoil. Isaac Newton famously wrote, “To every action, there is always opposed an equal [Read More…]
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