These days, law enforcement agencies potentially have access to a high-tech tool that could help them solve gun crimes as well as track illegal firearms. It’s called microstamping, and has the power to revolutionize the fields of forensics and ballistics. However, this technology has also sparked controversy and debate. Does it limit our freedoms, or do we have to prioritize…
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly is an iconic movie in American cinema and arguably the best of the ‘Spaghetti Westerns.’ Rather than my usual boring rants about Serious Mistakes, Negative Outcomes, and excruciatingly detailed analyses of Armed Citizen incidents, I’m creating a short collection of a Good, Bad, and Ugly incident each month. Here’s the March 2024 issue.…
In this episode, Ivan introduces the new Solus rifle from Aero Precision, discussing its assembly and features. He explores the manufacturing process, tests the rifle, and discusses other Aero Precision guns. He also tests the durability of the Lahar can, mounts the scope, and shares his first shooting experience with the new rifle. Ivan provides his impressions of the gun…
One of the new products that Athlon had at their SHOT Show booth this year was their new generation of Pro UHD binoculars. They had upgraded the body design and features of the 8x, 10x, and 12x hunting binoculars and I was excited when they offered to send me a pair to test out. I got the 12×50 Midas G2…
A 2021 National Firearms survey reported that over 56% of gun owners carry a firearm for self-defense purposes. More than 31% of respondents said they used a firearm to defend themselves and their property. Furthermore, it is estimated that guns are used defensively in approximately 1.67 million incidents every year. According to the same survey, Americans own around 98 million…
Soldiers of the Georgia National Guard and their 37mm anti-tank gun I have yet to post the all of the portions of Battalion that discuss the US Army of the Second World War. So, please file this aggregator under “works in progress.” For Further Reading:
Today I talk a look at the Streamlight TLR-7. One of the original lights for compact pistols. It does a great job for most of your closer engagement distances and is well supported by holster manufacturers. A solid EDC (Every Day Carry) choice. Loadout Streamlight TLR-7 Walther PDP F-Series Holosun SCS PDP Carey Concealment Holster Varusteleka Hard Shell The post…
Sailors of the US Navy at Rizal Stadium in Manila, after a game played against a team from the US Army (4 July 1945) The estate of the late John Sayen has graciously allowed the Tactical Notebook to serialize his study of the organizational evolution of American infantry battalions. Other parts of this book can be found with the aid…
Hi-Lux is best known for making replica antique optics for 19th century and early 20th century firearms. After visiting their booth at SHOT Show this year, they showed me their newest optic that is decidedly 21st century: their new CMR (Close to Medium Range) 1-8×24 LPVO. The CMR has capped 1/2MOA turrets and a removable throw lever. It has a…
Two weeks ago, we looked at a curious in-field adaptation carried out by a Russian unit operating near Krasnohorivka. A T-72 had been near totally enclosed by sheet metal to protect it from FPV drones. Various imagery showed the tank encased in a trapezoidal steel structure, giving the vehicle the look of a shed on tracks. Since then several other…