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After Action Report: Kate Krueger Talking Guns

Posted on May 21, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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I was fortunate enough to have a chance to talk with Kate Krueger Sunday on her “Talking Guns” radio show, chatting with her about the rollout of TeamGunblogger.com, a new website devoted to helping new gun owners get out onto … Continue reading →

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A Modern Day JMB

Posted on May 1, 2013 by ExurbanKev
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The question was asked over at Shelley’s Tim’s Gabby’s Caleb’s place:  So, who would be on a Gun Nuts Mt. Rushmore? I’ll start with a given – John Moses Browning.  My question is similar: It’s been 30 years or so since … Continue reading →

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The next best thing to the worst day of your life

Posted on April 12, 2013 by ExurbanKev

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 →

Posted in 3 Gun, CCW, Defensive tactics, gunblogging, IDPA, Practical Pistol, Shooting, Training, USPSA

There’s a(nother) new range in town

Posted on April 10, 2013 by ExurbanKev

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 →

Posted in 3 Gun, Arizona, Business, Defensive tactics, gunblogging, Practical Pistol, Shooting, Training

Product Review: Blackhawk! CQC Gun Belt

Posted on February 20, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Advantages: Comfortable, looks good, securely holds holster Disadvantages: Made with… what, exactly?, some squeakiness Rating: 4 Stars Out of 5 I’ve been using my Uncle Mike’s Instructor Belt as my main gun belt for about a year now, and while … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, CCW, Defensive tactics, Practical Pistol, Shooting | Tagged reviews

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 →

Posted in 3 Gun, Defensive tactics, gunblogging, Practical Pistol, Shooting, Training | Tagged 3gun, first aid

Instead of buying that $1000 AR-15…

Posted on February 5, 2013 by ExurbanKev

Why not learn how to use what you already own?  So let’s say you already have a defensive handgun that came with two magazines. You have no holster, ammunition, or training. This scenario applies to most people new to defensive … Continue reading →

Posted in CCW, Defensive tactics, Practical Pistol, Shooting, Training

Match Report – IDPA at Phoenix Rod And Gun

Posted on February 5, 2013 by ExurbanKev

The time has come to test out my Smith and Wesson Shield in the crucible of competition. The little thing did pretty well for itself during the Combat Focus Shooting class I took last month, but I wanted to see … Continue reading →

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Sixteenth Report

Posted on January 31, 2013 by ExurbanKev

And I think I’m reaching a plateau. Still not mastering the Single Action/Double Action trigger on my P07, as the Dot Torture Drill shows.  46 out of 50. I have only myself to blame, as every one of those misses … Continue reading →

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The lead trails here

Posted on January 31, 2013 by ExurbanKev

One of the nice things about living in the Phoenix area is there are literally 300+ days a year when you can shoot and not have to worry about excessive amounts of precipitation.  But when we get rain, boy howdy, … Continue reading →

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After Action Report: Combat Focus Shooting

Posted on January 14, 2013 by ExurbanKev

As I said last week, I signed up for a Combat Focus Shooting taught by Jon Abel of Phoenix Firearms Training. I wanted to take the course because it emphasized counter-ambush training for “civilians”, and I’m pleased to say it … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona, CCW, Defensive tactics, Practical Pistol, Shooting, Situational Awareness, Training | Tagged reviews

Yesterday’s news

Posted on December 17, 2012 by ExurbanKev

They still don’t get it.  But even though the public might not overwhelmingly favor gun control, there’s reason to believe that Democrats can again feel comfortable fighting for gun control after a decade of keeping it on the back-burner. After … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, gunblogging, Other, Practical Pistol, Shooting | Tagged politics

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