Three-Dot Sights Suck and This is Why . . .
Having seen what I saw this morning, or perhaps more aptly, read what I read in the caption of a […]
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Sorry, Conspiracists, the Temple Index Position is a Real Thing
I was shocked (shocked, I tell you!) to see so many comments focused on one Secret Service agent’s use of the “temple index” pistol ready position.
Try It: Ammunition To Go Launches a Free Custom Rifle Zeroing Tool for ARs
Generic battle zeros or 100-yard zeros may be fine for many general setups, but they often fall short once barrel length, muzzle velocity, and optic height are taken into account.
Silencer 101: How to Tune Your Suppressed AR Rifle Without an Adjustable Gas Block
If your suppressed AR-15 or AR10 isn’t running reliably — and you don’t have an adjustable gas system — feat
Coriolis Effect Explained: Why The Earth Makes You Miss
If you’re shooting past, say, 1,000 yards, you should be aware of how the rotation of the earth affects your bullet’s trajectory.
Home Defense Gun: A Trend-Defying Bedside Pistol
While my solution works for me, it won’t be the best for everyone, but I’ve done my mental homework to find what I’m comfortable having at my bedside. Have you?
Get This Wrong and Miss Your Shot: Parallax Adjustment [VIDEO]
It ain’t “side focus,” y’all! What’s that parallax dial for on the side of your scope? What does it do and how do you use it?
Mounting Your Red Dot Sight: The Screws Matter
If there’s a downside or Achilles heel to red dots on pistols versus good old irons, it’s the requirement to use threaded screws to secure either the mounting plate and/or the optic itself to the slide.
Get it Right! How to Draw Your Gun From a Holster [VIDEO]
Drawing your concealed carry pistol from its holster with control, speed, and consistency is as important as it gets.
SILENCER 101: How To Adjust Your Gas Block
What we’re shooting for here is the minimum reliable gas setting. Enough gas to reliably cycle the action, but no more than that.