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drink and forget
Published on 2013-04-28 14:42:04
“As you climb toward the throne of Command, on the very first step of success, you will come to a strange fountain where people try to slake the thirst of ambition. One of that fountain’s strange, contrary effects is that it makes us forget t
change less…train more
Published on 2013-04-26 10:25:08
The good folks over at ITS Tactical posted up the following: Gun Fighting is a Skill That Requires More Training, Not More Information Whenever people ask me how they can shoot like a Navy SEAL, I always say the same thing: dry fire, lots and LOTS of
Guest Post-The Thin Blue Line Goes Online to Nab Bad Guys
Published on 2013-04-19 14:55:49
To date, the rapid growth of social media has proved to be something of a double-edged sword for New York City law enforcement.First, the good news: Investigators with the New York Police Department are using sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Insta
martial art or art form?
Published on 2013-04-05 16:14:32
This old post seemed appropriate in light of the conversation my previous post is involved in. I find Kyudo an interesting art and an interesting subject for discussion of the term “martial art”. While Kyudo has its roots in combat arche
what is an expert?
Published on 2013-04-05 12:53:15
Im in an interesting discussion over at: http://www.martialtalk.com/forum/showthread.php/108916-Is-it-possible-to-quot-train-quot-for-something-that-you-never-actually-do/page7 The following is something I posted there: “Expert” is a subj
threat indicators
Published on 2013-03-05 03:38:05
Resurrecting an old, but what I believe to be important post. Threat Indicators and Personal Safety
interesting discussion
Published on 2013-03-03 15:12:08
I’m participating in a discussion over at bullshido.net that may be interesting for a few of you to take a look at. The thread can be read from here: http://www.bullshido.net/forums/showthread.php?t=120003 The topic of conversation is Jack Hoba
Chris Dorner…there is NO excuse.
Published on 2013-02-15 21:06:33
http://lawenforcementtoday.com/2013/02/14/chris-dorner-no-excuses/ Since Chris Dorner posted his manifesto of grievances and murdered four people in his quest to “clear his name”, some in the public, including the media have given him an undeserv
read this article about gun control
Published on 2013-02-02 11:08:03
http://www.samharris.org/blog/item/the-riddle-of-the-gun
the old samurai
Published on 2013-01-31 17:35:25
One of my Facebook Page followers sent me the following: Hey there, This might be out of left field, but I wanted to share a Samurai short we just premiered online today that I thought you and your readers at tgace.com Inspired by lightning-fast duel
if you are a martial artist..read this
Published on 2013-01-20 23:33:30
branching out
Published on 2013-01-19 11:54:08
Interesting vid about crime statistics
Published on 2013-01-01 15:01:42
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ooa98FHuaU0&sns=em
2012 in review
Published on 2012-12-30 14:55:02
The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 19,000 people fit into the new Barclays Center to see Jay-Z perform. This blog was viewed about 99,000 times in 2012. If it were a concert at
gun control..always the easy way out.
Published on 2012-12-19 11:16:47
I was considering what I would do If I were the “gun control guy in charge”. Thinking of things I have seen, I would add these ideas: My PD’s domestic violence policy includes siezing firearms. Once taken the Judge and the Chief dec
Where to start with school security.
Published on 2012-12-17 10:05:56
Fact of the matter is. If you are serious about school safety 99% of them need to be torn down, re-designed and re-built. The days of “walk into your local school house/open and welcoming design” are gone….IMO a start would be: -A b
stopping power
Published on 2012-12-03 21:56:15
the mystical and the mundane
Published on 2012-11-26 08:48:51
I’ve often wondred how people (especially martial artists) can consider this: an Art with all the benefits we ascribe to martial arts (discipline, mental clairty, improved concentration, moving meditation…etc.). While they dismiss this: A
give thanks
Published on 2012-10-20 19:39:08
AR buffers and what they mean to you
Published on 2012-10-18 10:59:56
Another interesting topic for the AR-phile is that of buffer weight. The buffer is a counterweight that works with the buffer spring to absorb the recoiling bolt assembly and then push it back into battery. It can be seen in this video in the area of the guns stock: The buffer comes in different weight [...]
top dog
Published on 2012-10-13 23:03:32
With just over 25,000 views. My post “Tactical Preschool 4″ is the most popular single post on this blog. http://tgace.com/2009/08/19/tactical-preschool-4/ What I find interesting is how video game forums/blogs seem to be the largest audience for this post.
fine..gross..lets call the whole thing off
Published on 2012-10-09 22:16:27
Another interesting post over at Vuurwapen Blog. Andrew talks about one of my favorite “tactical sacred cows”…the whole “you won’t be able to do that fine motor skill in combat” meme. http://vuurwapenblog.com/2012/10/09/dexterity-motor-skills/ I was first told about “fine motor skills” while in the military; the explanation I was given was that anything to do with [...]
castle nut staking
Published on 2012-10-07 16:11:24
One of the little details to look for in an M4/AR rifle is the “staking” of the castle nut on builds using receiver extension tubes. Staking prevents the nut from backing off under hard use. If that happens you may find your stock turning when you don’t want it to. Staking is fairly simple. Once [...]
have faith
Published on 2012-10-05 15:18:04
“As one looks back through the ages, all the great men are men of faith: the Newtons, Faradays, Darwins, Marconis, men with faith which they confirmed by experiment. Luther and Garibaldi, Washington and Lincoln, men of action as well as thought, were primarily men of faith. But infinitely above all, Jesus himself is the supreme [...]
stand for something
Published on 2012-10-04 23:22:08
Every so often I get into philosophical debates over “moral relativism”, the philosophized notion that right and wrong are not absolute values, but are personalized according to the individual and his or her circumstances or cultural orientation. My belief is that as a philosophy for living, relativism is simply an easy excuse to avoid taking [...]
the creed
Published on 2012-10-03 13:18:32
This is my shield. I bear it before me into battle, but it is not mine alone. It protects my brother on my left. It protects my city. I will never let my brother out of its shadow, nor my city out of its shelter. I will die with my shield before me facing the [...]
what makes a good man?
Published on 2012-10-01 18:17:45
Be Careful
Published on 2012-09-29 21:52:37
“At the time of merry-making, one should be very prudent about joining in with a superior who is riding a wave of amusement. This sort of thing is what is called “a crow imitating a cormorant.” No matter how much one may be letting loose or how drunk he may be, he should be very [...]
catch phrase craziness
Published on 2012-09-15 12:48:23
The higher up I get in the administrative chain the more I have to deal with buzzwords, theories and “process”. Organizations and entities like LE seem to love the latest theories such as “Community Policing” and “Intelligence Led Policing”. All the trade magazines start talking about them, agencies start sending officers to classes in the [...]
seeking good companions
Published on 2012-09-14 15:20:47
Image via Wikipedia In light of some recent events, this post came to my mind so I decided to re-publish it. If one would seek good companions, he will find them among those with whom he studies Learning and calligraphy. Harmful companions to avoid will be found among those who play go, chess and shakuhachi. There [...]
persevere
Published on 2012-09-10 21:37:33
“Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things it is unattainable. However, they who aim at it, and persevere, will come much nearer to it than those whose laziness and despondency make them give it up as unattainable.” -Lord Chesterfield How many skills have you let rest as “good enough”? What skills are worth [...]
what is the spirit of the bayonet?
Published on 2012-08-29 23:18:48
I was surfing round the net and discovered the wiki for Col. Lewis Millet. And like many from his generation, his life story is something to read. Lewis Lee Millett, Sr.(December 15, 1920 – November 14, 2009) was a United States Army officer who received the Medal of Honor during the Korean War for leading the last major American bayonet charge. He enlisted [...]
never confuse movement with action
Published on 2012-08-14 20:06:20
“It is even better to act quickly and err than to hesitate until the time of action is past.” -Karl Von Clausewitz I’ve seen/heard/read variations on this sentiment over the years and I agree with it on a conceptual level. If you hesitate when you need to act it can mean the difference between mission [...]
everyone loves a hero…
Published on 2012-08-07 22:54:07
Fred Leland Jr. of Law Enforcement and Security Consulting just made me aware of this quote of William F Owen’s: “Popular military history (and especially regimental or unit histories) constantly fail to recognise that outstanding courage and sacrifice are not the same as good tactics. It could even be said that, if you have to resort [...]
know your enemy
Published on 2012-07-28 16:14:13
facebook fan page
Published on 2012-07-23 08:00:48
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planning vs execution
Published on 2012-07-22 21:28:41
Something I learned when I crossed the rank barrier into “administration” is that 99% of the game lies in actually getting the thing done. There is always a lot of talking, planning and meeting but less “doing” than what could be done. It’s always easier to plan than it is to execute. I try to [...]
what can you say at a time like this?
Published on 2012-07-20 21:45:33
police officers vs police sergeants
Published on 2012-07-18 16:33:22
A little humor with some buried lessons: The First… Eleven people were dangling below a helicopter on a rope. There were ten Officers and one Sergeant. Since the rope was not strong enough to hold all the eleven, they decided that one of them had to let go to save all the others. They could [...]
what is most important?
Published on 2012-07-14 07:56:08
“No matter how you may excel in the art of fighting, and in your scholastic endeavors, nothing is more important than your behavior and humanity as observed in your daily life.” - Tei Junsoku (1663-1734)
i ain’t all that (and plan on it staying that way)
Published on 2012-07-12 13:03:55
Something every cop will hear sooner or later, “you ain’t nothing but a badge and a gun…take that gun off and see how tough you are!” “take that gun off and come in here and I’ll kick your ass!!!” “you ain’t nothin without that badge!” Most of it of course is bluster that the subject [...]
Carbine Standards
Published on 2012-07-02 11:52:32
The summer reloading/shooting season has opened. I have been trying out Redback One’s Carbine Standard. RedBack One Carbine standards Preamble: The following shooting standards have been designed to prepare students for advanced training with Redback One. These standards will serve as Go/No Go for enrollment to RB1 advanced weapon training. Students should strive for 100% speed [...]
why are the white hats taking such a beating?
Published on 2012-06-27 17:34:43
A repost from 2011..but in light of some recent LE publications I thought I’d bring it back to the top. Chief Joel F. Shults has an article that is posted up at PoliceOne.com titled: News from ILEETA 2011: Why aren’t cops killing more bad guys? It starts out with the statement: With police officer deaths headed toward [...]
mental bearing
Published on 2012-06-22 03:08:28
skill goals
Published on 2012-06-17 00:38:31
I better buy more ammo….
a common courtesy?
Published on 2012-06-14 21:09:37
Officer Frank Borelli has recently authored an interesting article over on Officer.com called “It’s Just a Handshake, Right?” Later in the evening it occurred to me that the act of NOT shaking hands, if not explained, can be taken by people as someone having been rude. In Robert B. Parker’s novels about Virgil Cole, contracted [...]
for a good cause
Published on 2012-06-06 18:54:38
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one tough mother#$%@&*
Published on 2012-06-03 12:22:19
the way of walking alone
Published on 2012-05-31 23:05:19
Image by ElPablo! via Flickr While on the Way: -Do not turn your back on the various Ways of this world. -Do not scheme for physical pleasure. -Do not intend to rely on anything. -Consider yourself lightly; consider the world deeply. -Do not ever think in acquisitive terms. -Do not regret things about your own [...]
DIY Glock Stipple Job
Published on 2012-05-29 19:11:50
While the Glock Company likes to use the word “Perfection” when it refers to its product, the one criticism many make about their pistols is the fact that the grips can get a bit slick/slippery with sweaty (or God forbid bloody) hands. A small cottage industry has sprung up selling tapes and coatings to address this issue. Another option is [...]
re-purposed go bag
Published on 2012-05-27 22:44:57
I recently acquired a 5.11 Tactical Active Shooter Bail Out Bag at a Tactical Officers Conference (gotta LOVE conference SWAG and this was a good one). 5.11′s description of the bag is: Designed for the Active Shooter Response Teams, the 5.11 Bail Out Bag features tough 1050D nylon body fabric construction that delivers extreme versatility. While staying [...]
how bad do you want it?
Published on 2012-05-25 10:28:01
full-time attitude
Published on 2012-05-24 22:06:17
Having just completed a tactical leaders course I found myself revisiting a thought that crosses my mind from time to time about police tactical units and training. By a pretty large percentage, most police SWAT teams are “part-time”, meaning that the officers train 1-2 days a month and otherwise work as patrolmen, detectives, etc as their [...]
the stuff that’s out there (aka caveat emptor)
Published on 2012-05-19 20:49:47
The popularity of tactical firearms training is on the rise. Thanks to the internet, people looking for instruction in weaponcraft have many sources to refer to and training groups are easy to find with a simple “Google”. That being said…do your due diligence. Research the people you are considering training with and compare them to other sources. [...]
jack of all trades?
Published on 2012-05-18 04:12:11
I just read this passage from the Hagakure: There are many people who, by being attached to a martial art and taking apprentices, believe that they have arrived at the full stature of a warrior. But it is a regrettable thing to put forth much effort and in the end become an “artist.” In artistic [...]
EDC-Every Day Carry
Published on 2012-05-16 22:07:37
Everyday Carry, or EDC, refers to the small items or gadgets worn, carried, or made easily available. Its the stuff you habitually have on or about you on a daily basis. It’s becoming popular in the various trade and gun-porn rags to photograph your accouterments…I wasn’t really going to do a blog post on it, [...]
TacStrike Steel Target
Published on 2012-05-14 19:52:12
A few months ago I decided to upgrade my range toys with a stationary steel target. What I wanted was something I could leave out permanently..at least over the summer/fall..instead of having to hump a plate steel gong downrange every-time I go out shooting. After a little research I went with a 12″ x 12″ 3/4″ [...]
don’t confuse skills with deeds
Published on 2012-05-10 13:31:25
The Hagakure says the following: In China there was once a man who liked pictures of dragons, and his clothing and furnishings were all designed accordingly. His deep affection for dragons was brought to the attention of the dragon god, and one day a real dragon appeared before his window. It is said that he [...]
either you are or you are not
Published on 2012-05-09 13:21:10
“You’re a cop because you don’t know how not to be one. If you feel that way, you’re a cop. If you don’t, you’re not. You decide.” -John Cooper, Southland
a maxim…
Published on 2012-05-07 21:06:33
the things worth believing in
Published on 2012-05-02 16:25:49
I like to resurrect this post every now and then to remind me why I titled this blog the way I did.
are you a shepherd, or just a hired hand?
Published on 2012-04-29 18:56:30
The gospel at today’s mass was from John 10: 11-13; 11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and [...]
pinned ya!
Published on 2012-04-27 21:44:42
As anyone familiar with the AR platform knows, the rifle is composed of two units known as the upper and lower receivers. These components are held together by two pins known as the pivot pin, which is the pin closest to the muzzle, and the takedown pin, which is the one nearest the buttstock . These pins [...]
tactical preschool 25
Published on 2012-04-27 06:00:38
Im re-posting this older tac-preschool lesson because this part of the blog has become more popular lately. This topic in particular was one that I was hoping to get more discussion on. The tactical world is full of various debates. .45 vs 9mm, 1911 vs Glock, point shooting vs aimed fire, you suck vs I [...]
just a thought about one front of the “drug war” from the trenches
Published on 2012-04-25 23:14:25
Weed, weed, weed. The poster child for the legalization crowd. Legalize it and our financial problems will be solved (like it’s saved California LOL!), the jails will be emptied, the “war on drugs” will be over and medicinal miracle plant will cure everything from AIDS to the bubonic plague. Personally…if the politicians decide to legalize the [...]
interesting drill
Published on 2012-04-19 18:11:47
I find the solution for the “shot drift” at the end of this video pretty interesting. I tend to drift the same direction when shooting at speed. Ill have to give this a try.
A noble man compares and …
Published on 2012-04-18 21:45:16
A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires. -Marcus Aurelius
NY Knife Law
Published on 2012-04-12 15:29:58
I frequently get asked questions about the legality of carrying a knife in NY. The following is a response I wrote on one occasion: … The legal definition of the crime of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th is: Section 265.01 Criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree A person is guilty of [...]
holy @#$%..thats fast!
Published on 2012-04-05 08:39:36
warriors…
Published on 2012-03-29 09:12:34
speed and accuracy
Published on 2012-03-25 21:17:07
10 things about the entertainment industry that piss me off (revised)
Published on 2012-03-09 10:11:43
Ask my wife and she will tell you, I can get out of control when I am watching any television show or movie about the military or law enforcement. The constant, recurring mistakes and misinformation that these industries put out just get in my craw and I have to yell “BULLSHIT!!” It makes me wonder, don’t [...]
remember you are just a visitor here
Published on 2012-03-08 21:24:53
Remember always that you are just a visitor here, a traveler passing through. your stay is but short and the moment of your departure unknown. None can live without toil and a craft that provides your needs is a blessing indeed. But if you toil without rest, fatigue and wearness will overtake you, and you [...]
What Christians mean by “God”.
Published on 2012-02-28 20:24:35
I don’t normally make this blog a forum for my religious beliefs, but I just heard this Priest say this on a PBS show and was impressed with his eloquence and intelligence.
self-defense “magic formula”
Published on 2012-02-27 14:50:04
One of the first posts on this blog and still one that gets some of the most frequent “hits”. It’s interesting how in the comments some readers translate this advice into “living a life of no fun or adventure”. If you think that boozing and visiting high crime areas is what makes a life worth [...]
So live your life…
Published on 2012-02-26 22:39:47
So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long and its purpose in the service [...]
more opinions on the definition of “warrior”
Published on 2012-02-26 15:51:18
Image via Wikipedia Low Tech Combat has an interesting post up about the use of the term “Warrior”. http://www.lowtechcombat.com/2012/02/warrior-is-dead-long-live-warrior.html When you type in the query “What is a Warrior” to Google, you get over 25,000,000 results. Yes, that’s twenty-five million. And yet it is still such a disputed topic. Many argue about what a warrior is [...]
modern carbine shooting positions
Published on 2012-02-24 23:32:58
The Way of George Washington
Published on 2012-02-20 03:25:12
Image via Wikipedia and it may truly be said, that never did nature and fortune combine more perfectly to make a man great. – Thomas Jefferson, about George Washington, 1814 By age sixteen George Washington had copied, by hand, the 110 Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation. Based on a set [...]
Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) basics
Published on 2012-02-18 16:03:13
Nice video of some FMA fundamentals.
tactical preschool 62 (video reference library)
Published on 2012-02-11 17:06:15
A YouTube member named “SwatMARKS” has put together a nice animated reference library for many of the room entry techniques I have mentioned here.
of the office that appertaineth to a knight
Published on 2012-02-06 19:22:13
Office of a knight is the end and the beginning wherefore began the order of chivalry. Then if a knight use not his office, he is contrary to his order and to the beginning of chivalry. *** The office of a knight is to maintain and defend the holy catholic faith by which God the [...]
have people ever really changed?
Published on 2012-01-30 18:54:49
The rest now took their seats and kept to their own several places, but Thersites still went on wagging his unbridled tongue—a man of many words, and those unseemly; a monger of sedition, a railer against all who were in authority, who cared not what he said, so that he might set the Achaeans in [...]
reading ancient warrior codes
Published on 2012-01-30 06:00:43
Written by Taira Shigesuke around 1700 AD. The Bushido Shoshinshu was intended to instruct the novice Samurai of the peaceful Edo Era, who had not known the rigors of battle, with the practical philosophies of previous eras. Bushido Shoshinshu is roughly translated as “Bushido for Beginners.” A fellow blogger over at The H Line has a post [...]
is it really so wrong…
Published on 2012-01-23 19:15:23
…for a guy to learn good information and say that the woman giving it is attractive?
specialization is for insects
Published on 2012-01-20 13:12:50
“A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook [...]
there’s no peeing in the war room
Published on 2012-01-18 18:11:08
I would think that you would probably have to be living in a cave somewhere in Afghanistan to not have heard about, or seen the video of, a group of Marines urinating on some Taliban corpses. Personally, I’m a tad ambivalent about the whole thing. Definition of AMBIVALENCE 1: simultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (as attraction and [...]
warriordom
Published on 2012-01-12 18:05:17
Rory Miller put up the following post on his blog a few years ago: http://chirontraining.blogspot.com/2009/04/warriordom.html A warrior is someone who makes war for a living. Period. It’s not some autonomous, independent, noble killing machine, some reborn knight or paragon. It is someone who is paid money to make big problems go away, often in a [...]
how much is good enough?
Published on 2012-01-04 18:48:24
In light of my recent post “what exactly do you think you are doing”, I thought that moving up this post from last year would add yet another professionals opinion on the issue of training priorities. Former SEAL and “Tactical Impact” star Kyle Defoor has a blog going. Go check it out. I especially like [...]
what exactly do you think you are doing?
Published on 2012-01-02 13:31:40
Image via Wikipedia A theme that keeps popping up in discussion with my like minded friends revolves around the issue of firearms training and it’s sometimes over-emphasized place in (some) peoples lives. While “overtraining” in weapon skills is obviously NOT a problem in comparison to all of the people who are undertrained, and constant practice [...]
favorite quotes
Published on 2011-07-05 21:23:31
Do you give the horse its might? Do you clothe its neck with mane? Do you make it leap like the locust? Its majestic snorting is terrible. It paws violently, exults mightily; it goes out to meet the weapons. It laughs at fear, and is not dismayed; it
Whats says “4th of July” weekend like…
Published on 2011-07-02 19:55:37
…a day out shooting? A few things I learned: -I don’t typically wear a chest rig (except when I go out shooting I guess), the one I have doesn’t especially play well with my holster and mag carrier as you can see from some of the vi
the 10-8 standards
Published on 2011-07-01 20:35:42
I think I’m gonna have to do this my next time out at the range. So I did try these out at the range. Obviously I’m not up to Falla’s speed, I screwed up a stage or two and I forgot an extra magazine so I couldn’t do the 3 mag
threat indicators
Published on 2011-06-28 04:38:05
Resurrecting an old, but what I believe to be important post. Threat Indicators and Personal Safety PS: Then watch this video to see a real-life example. I see a facial wipe, averting the face, boxers stance and a few others.
the 10-8 standards
Published on 2011-06-26 20:35:42
I think I’m gonna have to do this my next time out at the range.
for your viewing pleasure…soldiers being soldiers. :-)
Published on 2011-06-23 12:53:16
the 21 foot rule PLUS carrying unchambered
Published on 2011-06-22 11:54:13
the nature of change
Published on 2011-06-19 19:20:28
A student went to his meditation teacher and said, “My meditation is horrible! I feel so distracted, or my legs ache, or I’m constantly falling asleep. It’s just horrible!” “It will pass,” the teacher said matter-o
i strike your bus with my spetsnaz hockey stick of doom +25
Published on 2011-06-15 18:54:23
I know some Russophiles out there will get their budyonovkas in a twist over this one. You know who I’m talking about, those westerners who insist insist that their AK’s are “da bomb”, Russian Vodka is the nectar of the Gods
don’t confuse skills with deeds
Published on 2011-06-12 13:31:25
The Hagakure says the following: In China there was once a man who liked pictures of dragons, and his clothing and furnishings were all designed accordingly. His deep affection for dragons was brought to the attention of the dragon god, and one day a
“i survived because i took it to him”
Published on 2011-06-08 22:18:46
full awareness
Published on 2011-06-08 21:28:52
After ten years of apprenticeship, Tenno achieved the rank of Zen teacher. One rainy day, he went to visit the famous master Nan-in. When he walked in, the master greeted him with a question, “Did you leave your wooden clogs and umbrella on the por
reach out and touch someone
Published on 2011-06-08 16:17:34
While I am not a long range shooter, I found this article over at the Military Gear Blog to be interesting. Its titled 8 Sniper Rifles to Take Down Terrorists and covers a range of long guns used by the US and our allies abroad.
from the mouths of babes
Published on 2011-06-03 22:20:53
Never outgrow that kid.
russian dude-weapons fun
Published on 2011-06-02 10:46:14
I don’t know who this guy is or his background, but he manages to get his hands on some wild toys. A 40mm Bofors? Are you kidding me? The guy is pretty funny and knowledgeable, his vids are worth the time if you are into exotic/foreign weapon s
VTAC 1/2 & 1/2 Rifle Drill
Published on 2011-05-31 17:50:11
where else would you rather be?
Published on 2011-05-20 10:57:34
A good post recently went up over at Straight Forward in a Crooked World. Matthew talks about the differences between a “go bag” and a “bug out bag”. He says this about the notion of “bugging out”. Despite all of i
a good cause
Published on 2011-05-18 19:19:52
I would be remiss if I failed to mention the Wounded Warrior Project. Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) began when several veterans and friends, moved by stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq, took action t
the warriors quest
Published on 2011-05-18 18:00:52
Image by cindy47452 via Flickr Repost of a 2009 piece. An interesting tradition peculiar to the Samurai of fuedal Japan was the practice of the “Warrior Pilgrimage”. Wikipedia defines this pilgrimage as the: Musha shugyō (武者修行, M
before enlightenment; trim, chamfer, measure.
Published on 2011-05-15 16:05:04
Back in September of 2010 I wrote a post called the zen of reloading. Heres a sample of what I was writing about. Did that for about 2 hours… I have been using reloads to do the bulk of my training lately. I have a 1K lot of .223 that I have be
who counts?
Published on 2011-05-14 20:29:23
“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and
some thoughts after a day of training
Published on 2011-05-13 17:41:43
Seeing how beautiful the weather was today I decided to take the day “gone shooting”. Other than the day I tested my steel target set-up, I haven’t been out slinging lead since hunting season, so I decided to start out with some
what they say…what it means
Published on 2011-05-12 07:13:41
This is a repost from early 2009, I’m hearing these more often lately. Due to the popularity of “reality television” shows like Cops, Wildest Police Videos, Stories of the Highway Patrol and the rest, many people are being exposed
once a shooter…
Published on 2011-05-08 19:55:12
A little thing like being paralyzed isn’t going to stop a US Marine from doing what he was born to do.
red dots, red steel, real fun
Published on 2011-04-24 01:49:00
I have started to train with my own steel targets. Having shot at them before when I was on the SWAT team (and liking it) I always wanted to have some of my own. So not too long ago I decided to buy some 7″ dia. 3/8″ thick steel rounds of
uncle Ted on hunting
Published on 2011-04-22 19:15:12
more fitness with firearms
Published on 2011-04-20 11:44:43
My previous post “helen get your gun” spoke about the possibilities of mixing CrossFit style workouts with firearms. I recently received a comment on that thread from Aaron over at Gator Crossfit. They have been doing this sort of trainin
5TH AND WASHINGTON STREET FIGHT
Published on 2011-04-16 23:27:50
Go to Wim Demeere’s Blog and check this fantastic post out. Wim analyzes a video of a street fight thats going around the net. A guy who was getting the “ape dance” lands a beautiful jab that ends the fight but then makes some major
Drills for Skills: Preparation not… well, you know.
Published on 2011-04-15 20:17:43
Another post to take a look at over at Tactical Arnis. Paul talks about the relationship between “Drill” and “reality”. Drill is simply about honing physical skills. They don’t really mean much unless you can apply them
why are the white hats taking such a beating?
Published on 2011-04-14 23:34:43
Chief Joel F. Shults has an article that is posted up at PoliceOne.com titled: News from ILEETA 2011: Why aren’t cops killing more bad guys? It starts out with the statement: With police officer deaths headed toward as many as 200 this year (
holy @#$*!!!
Published on 2011-04-11 16:31:21
I’m so not worthy…
of knives, guns and 21 feet.
Published on 2011-04-11 02:00:32
Martial artist, blogger and personal acquaintance, Nathan Teodoro has posted a video on his blog; TDA Training. The video shows a few minutes of footage from “Surviving Edged Weapons”, which was a film from the late 1980′s that w
close contact dril
Published on 2011-04-07 17:45:09
Close contact stuff is vital and this is a classic drill, but in terms of “realism” I don’t know how well the “toes to toes..step straight back..one COM/one head” pattern translates to real world. Great starting point, n
the difference between “fighting” and “combat”.
Published on 2011-04-02 23:48:28
Another prop to my friend Paul and his blog Tactical Arnis for this find. While the whole vid is worth watching, of special note is the “field problem” section at the end. These highly trained “fighters” get an eye opener.
bargain basement gun lube
Published on 2011-03-31 16:31:16
Some of the guys in the know over at M4Carbine.net swear by Mobile 1 Synthetic 15W50 for their gun lube needs. Seeing how 4 oz of Slip2000 goes for over $12, a $5 quart of Mobile 1 seems like a no-brainer. I may have to give this a try.
Tactically Speaking: Simplicity “Zen”
Published on 2011-03-30 12:03:44
Tactically Speaking: Simplicity “Zen”. Take a look at this post from my buddy Paul’s blog. Sometimes one has to wonder if practicing all sorts of self-defense techniques is necessary, or if it’s even advisable until one is abl
divine decree
Published on 2011-03-24 19:57:02
When people get generally depressed, it’s a common convention to say “it’s all up to divine decree”, but that is wrong. Divine decree is in oneself, not outside. Only after you’ve exhausted human effort should you leave
gun forums
Published on 2011-03-22 22:21:33
LMFAO! Thanks to Gunfightercast for finding this.
so are you a Dunning or a Kruger?
Published on 2011-03-22 14:26:27
Something interesting to think about is the “Dunning-Kruger” effect. The Dunning–Kruger effect is a cognitive bias in which unskilled people make poor decisions and reach erroneous conclusions, but their incompetence denies them the met
which are you?
Published on 2011-03-19 22:14:38
“A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself; and a mean man, by one lower than himself. The one produces aspiration; the other ambition, which is the way in which a vulgar man aspires.” — Marcus
carbine drill
Published on 2011-03-16 13:34:05
Lots of interesting stuff to look at here. Shooting long guns from inside a car, engaging targets seated in another vehicle. Moving, communicating, accessing gear from a partners rig…Kyle Lamb knows his stuff anything from him is worth looking
Tactical Arnis Blog
Published on 2011-03-13 10:43:57
Go check out my friend Paul’s blog. Its called Tactical Arnis, his mission statement is: Tactical Arnis empowers students, developing their physical conditioning, tactical problem solving and technical self defense skills. The program sy
Google People Finder for the Earthquake/Tsunami
Published on 2011-03-11 09:40:52
http://japan.person-finder.appspot.com/?lang=en Talk about a fast and generous move from GOOGLE. Share this tool to anyone/everyone who may be affected whether Japan, Hawaii, Cali or where ever http://japan.person-finder.appspot.com/?small=yes&l
some things you never forget
Published on 2011-03-10 10:26:02
85-year-old U.S. Army sniper veteran proves he hasn’t lost his skills as he picks off a target at 1,000 yards. He may be 85 years old, but when Army sniper veteran Ted Gundy was given the chance to show off the skills he used in World War Two,
helen get your gun
Published on 2011-03-05 23:16:12
An interesting twist on exercise. Add guns! If done safely and in the proper dosage I can see great advantage to a blend like this. Firearms accuracy and manipulation while under controlled, exercise induced fatigue could be an effective method of
blues wisdom
Published on 2011-03-03 17:49:05
Magpul Dynamics: Workspace
Published on 2011-02-23 06:52:11
Good Luck, Bad Luck. Who knows?
Published on 2011-02-21 19:26:20
The Chinese farmer There is a Chinese story of an old farmer who had an old horse for tilling his fields. One day the horse escaped into the hills and, when all the farmer’s neighbours sympathised with the old man over his bad luck, the farmer
change
Published on 2011-02-18 19:01:26
If you’re in a bad situation, don’t worry it’ll change. If you’re in a good situation, don’t worry it’ll change. ~John A. Simone, Sr. I am changing positions at work. I may not be posting a
the warrior ethos
Published on 2011-02-14 17:49:58
From fellow blogger Spartan Cops I found this excellent website: http://www.stevenpressfield.com/category/the-warrior-ethos/ The author of the fantastic book “The Gates of Fire” has an online series exploring the Warrior and the Warriors
Filipino martial arts at the Smithsonian
Published on 2011-02-12 16:00:19
http://www.mmaindc.com/guro-dan/ WASHINGTON, D.C. – The month of October is known as Filipino American History Month. In celebration of the event, the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program and the Filipino American National Historical Society
giving a sister some credit
Published on 2011-02-11 10:33:13
I like to give the “fairer but not necessiarly weaker” sex credit when it’s due. Check out this womans blog: http://www.faliaphotography.com/ Don’t let the title of her blog fool ya. She knows a lot more than just photography.
how can I be angered?
Published on 2011-02-09 20:03:58
EVERY morning repeat to thyself: I shall meet I with a busybody, an ingrate, and a bully; with treachery, envy, and selfishness. All these vices have fallen to their share because they know not good and evil. But I have contemplated the nature of
Recognizing the Signs and Signals of Crime and Danger
Published on 2011-02-07 02:00:10
Repost from March 2010 An “Internet friend”, LE colleague and fellow FBINA alum Fred Leland and I were recently discussing a post and video I had authored on Threat Indicators . Fred is a blogger and the founder of Law Enforcement and S
nothing but my gun & the guy trying to kill me
Published on 2011-02-05 11:36:19
If you are a cop, watch this video. Watch the entire thing.
once a Marine
Published on 2011-02-04 21:25:50
I just watched this episode of “Sons of Guns” that I had on the DVR: That “Old Timer” is Mr. Hershel Woodrow “Woody” Williams. This Mr. Hershel Woodrow “Woody” Williams…MOH recipient. CITATION
What do you FMA types say to this?
Published on 2011-02-03 17:14:40
I have seen a number of FMA based styles who like to show/train various patterns of slashing attacks in the belief that they are going to “spill intestines” or cut femorals. I have often wondered if many of them realized how har
hope
Published on 2011-02-01 20:11:35
“Since it is so likely that (children) will meet cruel enemies, let them at least have heard of brave knights and heroic courage. Otherwise you are making their destiny not brighter but darker.” — C.S. Lewis
Amazing sword skill.
Published on 2011-01-31 13:56:34
While its “combative application” in modern times is somewhat doubtful, there is no denying that there is a hell of a lot of practice, dedication and skill involved in what he’s doing. But I still think I would prefer to hone my fir
a muddy road
Published on 2011-01-24 20:47:36
Tanzan and Ekido were once travelling together down a muddy road. A heavy rain was still falling. Coming around a bend, they met a lovely girl in a silk kimono and sash, unable to cross the intersection. “Come on, girl,” said Tanzan at on
interesting handcuff training
Published on 2011-01-23 11:18:51
While I’m not 100% sold on some of the details (drawing cuffs instead of some other tool, cuffing in front, etc.), the idea of “flow training” with cuffs is pretty interesting. As is the concept of being able to apply all the
old web pages never die
Published on 2011-01-19 06:46:39
I just discovered that an old web page I put together back in the 90′s is still floating around in the ether. It goes back to my days as an Army MP as you can tell by all the military related links. It was called THE COMBAT ZONE. It looks like
oddball gear you may not have heard of
Published on 2011-01-18 10:12:05
I harken us back to the day of the C-Ration. The days when hungry GI Joes had to open their canned pork-n-beans with what was arguably one of the Army’s greatest inventions. The P38 Can Opener. It’s official designation is ‘US ARMY
variations on a theme:emergency reloads
Published on 2011-01-13 19:58:30
Theres the basics, then theres the basics of the basics and then there are the different variations on how you do the basics. I just got out of my garage after filming a few variations of the emergency reload. One would think, “how many ways ar
wife, mother, firearms instructor
Published on 2011-01-13 06:29:49
Just found this Youtube channel while surfing the net. Limalife is run by a woman going by the handle of Limatunes. Her “About Me” section states: I am an NRA certified handgun instructor who has worked in the gun industry the last three
An American Hero Passes
Published on 2011-01-10 07:41:21
God Speed Major Winters. January 21, 1918 – January 2, 2011 Distinguished Service Cross Bronze Star with one Oak Leaf Cluster Purple Heart Presidential Unit Citation with one Oak Leaf Cluster American Defense Service Medal National Defense S
just a little trivia
Published on 2011-01-04 21:52:53
Most people with more than a passing knowledge of firearms know what a wadcutter bullet is. A wadcutter is a special-purpose bullet (typically made of lead) that was designed for shooting paper targets. Often used in handgun competitions, a wadcutte
obedience
Published on 2010-12-31 19:42:39
The master Bankei‘s talks were attended not only by Zen students but by persons of all ranks and sects. He never quoted sutras nor indulged in scholastic dissertations. Instead, his words were spoken directly from his heart to the hearts of his