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What’s Past is Plastic

Posted on May 9, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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The Sinistral Rifleman has a great history of the CavArms polymer AR-15 lower receiver. I have one, and I like it. It’s low weight, sturdy, and it’s handled everything I’ve thrown at it so far. Go read the whole thing. … Continue reading →

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Know when to game, and when not to game.

Posted on May 2, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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I am, by and large, not a big fan of tweaking my movement on a practical shooting stage in order to shave seconds off my time and score. I shoot these sports to help deal with the “Oh $#!%” moment … Continue reading →

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Match Tomorrow

Posted on April 27, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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3 Gun over at PRGC with Mz. VRWC and Cowboy Blob.  Which means, of course, that I’ve got this playing on the soundtrack of my mind right now, like I do the night before EVERY match.  Google+ … Continue reading →

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The next best thing to the worst day of your life

Posted on April 12, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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Or, 1000 words on why shooting practical pistol competitions may NOT get you killed in the real world.  I don’t want to know what it’s like to lay down cover fire or call in an airstrike; that’s the military’s job, … Continue reading →

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IROC the Glock

Posted on April 11, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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So the time has come for me to look at getting a new car. As I occasionally have to carry my sons around and my wife has an SUV, I’m thinking a small hot hatchback or coupe, because I’ve already … Continue reading →

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There’s a(nother) new range in town

Posted on April 10, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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As I mentioned yesterday, the CowTown Range is now open for business on west side of town. As I live out in the East Valley, it’s a bit of a drive for me, but it has 7 (count ‘em) seven … Continue reading →

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After Action Report: ASRPA AR-15 101

Posted on April 9, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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Or, how to use an Evil Black Rifle for something other than evil.  The Arizona State Rifle and Pistol Association’s AR101 was, well, the basics of operating and shooting an AR-15. If you already own one, chances are you already … Continue reading →

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Speaking of being an equipment junkie: What makes a good AR?

Posted on April 5, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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This thread over at Gun Nuts got me a-thinkin’ and ties in with what I saying and about being an equipment junkie.  “Don’t sell your Colt, because tomorrow morning all those guys with crappy rifles will wake up with crappy … Continue reading →

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(almost) Free Training and Free Ammo in Free Arizona

Posted on March 21, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Ah, the blessings of liberty: Training on the AR-15 at the Cowtown Range for $5, ammo included.  Join us for basic AR15 training at this great location. Every shooter will have a personal coach! All rifles, ammo, eyes and ears, … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Training: Combat Focus Carbine

Posted on March 11, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Although I’m not going to the Superstition 3 Gun Match this month (sob!), time and fortune are allowing me to a Combat Focus Carbine class from Phoenix Firearms Training on March 24.  I din’t serve in the military and I’ve … Continue reading →

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Cancellation Notice

Posted on March 7, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Due to work constraints, I will be unable to shoot and/or RO the Superstition Mountain Mystery Three Gun this year.  Crap.  Good for my ammo supply, bad for my carbine/shotgun skills.  Google+ … Continue reading →

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Am I Being Tactical Enough?

Posted on February 19, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Ever have one of those moments where you’re all set to mock somebody’s idea into the ground, only to realize they have a point?  That was me on Friday.  I started reading this article on “Gear For The Bump In … Continue reading →

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