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The Velocity of Change
As promised, this week we’re talking a look at the ever-changing self-defense landscape for armed citizens…and it is changing…very quickly.
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Post-Birthday Thoughts and a New EDC
This week Michael notes that even though he is now older than a wooly mammoth, he's still thinking of changing his everyday carry gun.
Catching Up with NRA 2.0
This week Michael covers the the 2025 NRA Convention in Atlanta…good or bad? Making progress or not? From the convention floor, suppressors were once again everywhere, including a collaboration between Ruger and Dead Air Silencers.
America’s Rifle Challenge Launches!
This week Michael covers the “soft launch” of the NRA’s newest competition, AMERICA’S RIFLE CHALLENGE for America’s most popular rifle, the AR-15. The match, held last weekend at Camp Atterbury in Indiana, was a huge success! Also this week, in self-defense, is speed enough?
Michael Dishes on the Early Days of SG
Oddly, the model for Michael’s long-running, award-winning television series SHOOTING GALLERY did not come from another gun series, but a cooking show. Here’s the secret recipe.
Nailing the Basics of Home Defense, and an Uber-Stoeger!
This week we go back to the basics and talk about home defense…make sure the basics are in place! Also, Stoeger introduces the new top-of-the-line STR 9mm striker-fired pistol, the Combat SX.
The Lure of the Big Bore Revolver
Michael spent some time last week on one of his long-term loves, big bore revolvers, the result of setting up his S&W 629 custom for upcoming ICORE revolver competition. He takes a look back at his favorite big bores.
Update on the Changing Self-Defense Landscape
This week we talk about the rising tide of leftist violence as Elon Derangement Syndrome continues to spread. On the hardware side, we once again marvel at the inventiveness and sheer genius of Dave Lauck’s parts from D&L Sports.
Irons Vs. Red Dots? Really? Plus, Boomers Return to ICORE
The ridiculous argument between using red dots or iron sights continues on Ye Olde Internet. Plus, revolver enthusiasts can once again haul out their big caliber revolvers.
RIA’s 9mm STKs New Generation
The new line of Rock Island Armory’s newest generation STK 9mm striker-fired pistols are now available. With upgraded features, a good trigger, a 1911 grip angle, three available sizes and a perfectly textured aluminum frame, RIA offers a viable alternative to polymer framed pistols!