The article argues that frequently switching your shooting shoulder with a carbine introduces more risk than reward. While switching might seem versatile, it often undermines familiarity, consistency, and muscle memory. In high-stress or defensive contexts, speed and reliability

Rifle Standard Foxtrot is a 10-round baseline rifle drill designed to evaluate core shooting skills. It tests precision, speed, and reloads under strict time standards. Great for measuring progress and dialing in fundamentals. Run it regularly to track development and identify

In a real fight, speed without accuracy is just noise. The ability to deliver rapid, accurate fire can mean the difference between stopping a threat and failing to act effectively. The true test is mastering both under pressure. #PistolTraining #PerformanceShooting

In “SAR in the Wake of the Flood: Duty, Loss, and Brotherhood,” Jeff Gonzales shares his deeply personal account of a search-and-rescue mission along the Guadalupe River after devastating floods. He reflects on the physical and emotional toll, the gear that proved invaluable, and

Sharpen your one-handed shooting under pressure with the Oscar 2 standard. This drill pushes accuracy, speed, and control using only your strong hand. Designed for defensive-minded shooters who want measurable progress. Scoring tiers help track growth from basic to mastery level.

Sharpen your draw speed and accuracy under pressure with this timed pistol standard. Designed to test both precision and efficiency, it challenges you to push performance into measurable skill tiers. Perfect for tracking progress and building real-world shooting confidence.

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Rapid accuracy, recoil control, and reload efficiency all tested in one standard. Running it in PT gear with a micro-compact pistol adds another layer of realism and challenge. Consistency under pressure is the mark of true proficiency. #PistolTraining #ConcealedCarry

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Level. Speed. Precision. I love rifle drills like this because they force me to balance speed with accuracy under pressure—it’s never easy, but that’s the point. Rifle Standard Delta 2 is the kind of challenge that keeps me honest and shows exactly where I need to improve. Are

Risk. Illusion. Safety. Inside-the-waistband (IWB) carry may seem discreet, but it carries serious risks: the barrel can point dangerously close to your body, making an unintentional discharge potentially catastrophic. The article clarifies that a hammer on a firearm is only

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When carrying a firearm, readiness goes far beyond just having the gear, it’s built on ongoing training, situational awareness, and disciplined mindset. This blog should reminds everyone that in an active-shooter situation your actions often come before first responders

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Precision. Speed. Control. Mastering trigger press speed is the foundation of consistent, repeatable accuracy in shooting. By learning to move fluidly between full speed, half speed, and slow speed, shooters gain the ability to adapt instantly to target size, distance, and

We want to share a frustrating but important update with our community regarding the future of our video content. Over the past couple of months, YouTube has removed more than 15 of our videos and climbing, claiming violations of their Community Standards. In every single case,

Immediate. Evidence. Truth. Great eye-opening analysis of a 2025 study comparing how active shooters are stopped and the findings challenge a lot of conventional wisdom. The research shows that armed civilians with concealed-handgun permits often stop active shooters more

We are a product of our experiences and I believe there are some cold hard truths in this blog that will ruffle plenty of feathers. I see this habit stick around because, for some people, nothing bad has happened yet. Putting a hand forward of the ejection port strips away

I had a great time talking with the guys from ConcealedCarry.com while at SHOT Show this year. The subject was Active Shooter Readiness, something that is a major initiative for us this year. Taking the same approach I would use to study & brief terrorist attacks overseas I

Just dropped a new blog post. If you’ve ever carried or shot a double-action pistol, you know that mastering it takes more than just pointing and pulling the trigger. In my latest post, I break down what makes DA/SA pistols unique, how to train for that heavy first pull and