This is a long overdo thank you to Trijicon, let’s get the back story.
Several years ago I bought a used Trijicon TX30 from a local guns shop at a good price.
There were three main reasons I wanted this ‘red dot’ Continue reading A Thank-you to Trijicon
Years ago, about 2000, I was swayed away from carrying my Glock and to carrying my 1911 again. I really don’t remember why. Since Missouri did not have a CCW permit at that time, and I had not carried this particular 1911 in Texas, I did not have a good carry holster for the 1911 style firearms. With that in mind I purchased the holster in this review. It is a made in the USA, black holster for a full size 1911s, from DeSantis, model 067 Small of Back holster. Continue reading Holster review – DeSantis 1911 SoB holster
In 1998 or 99 when I purchased my first Glock pistol, I wanted / needed a holster. The Fobus was a brand I had seen marketed a lot and the fact that Israel used and made them was a key decision point in my purchase. With an un-tucked shirt, this holster kept my Glocks well concealed.
This review is on a Fobus Glock holster, it is lightweight (2oz.), low profile and right handed. It uses passive retention, that is no “locking system” and has steel rivets and comes with a lifetime warranty. Currently retailing from Fobus for $31.99
Recently a friend of mine asked my why I volunteer, specifically she was asking about the time I spent volunteering in Citizens Corps and CERT. Here is what I told her.
Why I volunteer? And Why with CERT? I could probably write a Novella about it.
The basic reason is “Civic Duty”, helping others because you are part of the community. Continue reading Why I volunteer with Citizens Corps and CERT
Shelter- We need shelter…period. Even though we all know that guy with the hairy back, We humans cannot maintain our delicate body heat without some kind of covering, beyond back hair.
We need to stay within a small margin of degrees to function. Normal is around 98.6 right? Some are a little cooler some a little warmer but it’s still a narrow margin. If our temp rises or falls more than 4 or 5 degrees, we’re in trouble.
Continue reading Prepping tip by Ed Hultgren friend and guest writer
It seems that lots of people are making “kydex” holsters these days. Late 2012 I was given one to review from a training academy I attend. Here is my take on this particular holster.
This is an IWB Appendix carry holster. The holster fits “across” the belt loops to assist in holding it in place, or you could just place it between loops, however that dramatically effects the draw and I do not recommend it.
Continue reading Appendix Carry Inside the Waist Band (IWB) kydex holster
In Part 1 I gave you one step to improve your life, reading.
In Part 2 we discussed Taking a Class, Researching things and Practicing what you have learned.
Today, let’s continue our growth.
5. Apply yourself. If you want the money to buy a new gizmo, or if you are tired of being broke, apply the previous recommendations. Make your own coffee and skip the Starbucks, bring a MRE and skip eating lunch out. Quit smoking.
Heck, get out the telescope and look at the stars. Admire them. That is part of applying yourself.
If your growth is personal security, stay alert throughout the day, look for ways to be more secure, apply the principles you learned from Reading, Taking a Class, Researching and Practicing. Continue reading Improving yourself and life Part 3
Charlie “Tremendous” Jones once said that “You are the same today as you’ll be in five years except for two things: the books you read and the people you meet.”
In Part 1 of this topic I discussed the need to read. Let’s take a few moments to discuss meeting people through taking a class and practicing what you learn, both involve meeting people. We will through in a little research too. Continue reading Improving yourself and life, Part 2
We all need to improve and grow. Whether it be for our careers, personal hobbies, family life or spiritual wellbeing.
Where do you need to grow? Do you need new skills for your job? New skills for the job you want? Reassurance in knowing how to protect your family (through technology, being prepared for a disaster, physically)? Beyond the firearm? Learning why leaders do what they do? Learning to be a leader, at home, in your Patriot Fire Team, with Cub Scouts or Girl scouts? To grow a garden? These are just a few reasons to improve, you each should have your own. Continue reading We all need to improve and grow to live Part 1 – Reading
Today I once again am privileged to have a guest article by Dan McNeil, owner of Cartridge World on South Campbell in Springfield Missouri.
I Probably shouldn’t Watch the News… So I watch the news a lot. Continue reading I Probably shouldn’t Watch the News…