5 second/10-8 drills (62 out of 65)

Me and Falla have cleaned this drill with open top (IDPA regs) rigs more than once, so Jason decided we should try it with retention rigs (Safariland 6004). Took a couple of videos of various stages. This is truly a great drill, comes from Hilton Yam on the 10-8 forum I believe.

Tactical Arms TV Show

"Guns, guns, and more guns. In each episode of Tactical Arms, our experts examine one modern weapon from the inside out. From machine guns, to battle rifles, to shotguns, to handguns - they go through a metric ton of ammo to show you the anatomy, performance, origins, and use on today’s battlefield that make these Tactical Arms the best of breed."

Almost a year ago now I was invited by Larry Vickers to co-host a new T.V. series called "Tactical Arms" with him and my good friend Jason Falla. Our first episode will air next week. I guarantee you'll learn something you didn't know before! We'll disprove some myths, and give you honest, no-holds barred opinions of the most popular tactical weapons out there today.

The most brass you've ever seen shot

Jon G and a couple other fellow instructors were tasked with testing a new optic. They are required to put thousands of rounds (I think they're at 50,000 here) through the carbines with the optic mounted. A crew of about 5 workers just loading magazines non-stop. Notice his support grip because of heat, and those are LAV's thick assed operator gloves, so you know its hot.

Best Ruck Ever?

I hardly ever attach the "best ever" label to anything, but, Norrona's rucks are damn close. I've had this one (Para Ranger) since 1995, and its very much still capable. Absolutely the most bomber backpack I've ever seen. Carries 80 lbs and feels like 50-55. Outside pockets zip to form a small pack, top flap is its own pack, fully adjustable suspension system, and removable lumbar. Backcountry.com is the only company I know of that imports them to the U.S., and they don't bring in all models. If you go to their website, click "europe" to get english. Norwegians know rucks and skis.

Online coaching slots gone!

I'll post when I can take more. Thanks!

Make the most of Iron Sights

*** I never do a 300 yd zero, only 100, or 200***

This is a trick I've used for years to get a 100 and/or 200 yd zero mark on the ballistic wheel of a standard carry handle.

Forgive the picture quality.

Get a good 100 or 200 yd zero with the ballistic wheel bottomed out on 6/3.

1. Take a 1/16th allen wrench (have a spare too) and remove the screw located in the hole in front of the rear aperature.

2. You'll now notice the ballistic wheel (blue line) has a locking ring on the bottom (red line)

NOTE- depending on ammo, for a 100 yd zero 4 or 5 clicks left of the 6/3, for a 200 yd zero 2 or 3clicks left of the 6/3.

3. Now that the locking ring is loose, move the 6/3 so that it is the required number of clicks for your zero (see note above) off of the bottomed out position.

It sounds more complicated than it really is, try it (it'll make sense when you see how the wheel and locking ring move together and separate) and you'll be able to "dial" dope with your carbine for 100,200, and 300, and not have to aim off.

I've also engraved a "1" or "2" on the wheel(see the pen) to make it easier to find.

Pretend to be Busy on Your Computer at Work

This is actually a great tool to use if you have some questions about scopes,calling wind, range estimation, reticles, rang finding, etc.

Also nice to use to knock the rust off every once in awhile.

Barnes Bullets

Without question the best for terminal ballistics. Click the name to check out the video, its long, but worth it. Their website - www.barnesbullets.com

If you hunt with a rifle, no matter the caliber, you're greatly increasing your odds of success by using the Triple Shock (TSX).

Sig Sauer Secrets 1

Sig's come with factory #8 sights front and rear. Unfountunately, the #8s do not shoot point of aim, point of impact. Sig designed the sights to shoot where the white dot is, which is mid way up the front sight post.

This poses a problem to the marksman who's used to poa/poi, or even 6 o'clock hold. Tactically, your covering up your intended target. The problem only worsens as you back up past 25 yds.

The solution is to replace with aftermarket sights, like Heine's for example, or to replace with a different number front post from Sig.

Sig Sauer Secrets 2

Sig makes one of the most well built, reliable handguns on the market today. It's a modern classic of style, and looks. The Sig does, however, have it problems when it comes to shooting it in the most effective way. Some right hand shooters will fail to get slide lock on an empty magazine due to thumb placement. While others (right handers only here) inadvertenly disengage the trigger because of their support hand placement.

Don't sacrifice good tactics to satisfy a piece of gear. Change the gear, or change the way you work it.

In the picture above, I'm gripping the 226 the way I grip all semi-autos now. My master thumb slightly laid over my support wrist. This way I'll never fail to get slide lock on any semi-auto that has the slide release lever located further to the rear, like the Sig Sauer does.

Some shooters need to pay special attention to the decocker. When applying the correct support grip, those with larger hands will sometimes find the trigger bar disconnected because of even a slight downward press of the decocking lever.

Even when I shoot a Glock, I place my hands the same so I can always effectively run whatever pistol I'm handed. There is no comprimise of the grip when done correctly.

D-Day- June 6, 1944

Thanks Grandpa, and all WW2 vets.

If D-day would not have happened or failed, Britain would have fallen by summer, The Soviet Union by Fall, and we would have had no choice but to withdraw. We would have been the only major Democracy left, and Hitler would have surely come across the Atlantic within a year. This will probably be one of the last years that living WW2 vets will be able to recount that day. If you know one, go listen.

Firearms and the Famous

Tennessee Titans WR Justin McCareins
Most everone knows of Uncle Ted (Nugent) and Tom Selleck being outspoken about the 2nd Admendment and fans of the shooting sports. There are others too, some that you might not think as being pro-military, pro-LE, and pro-gun. Over the last few years, I've seen celebrities on the range more and more often.

Most recently Robert Duvall paid us a visit. He's as cool as you might imagine he'd be, and apprecitive of what the military does. In his words "I'm not one of those Hollyweirdos". Mr. Duvall's dad served in the Navy, and attended the Naval Academy at age 16!

Justin McCareins, Shaquille O'Neal, Joan Lunden, Paul Dejoria, Clint Black, George Brett, and Roger Staubach are just a few I've shot with or done demos for who have made generous donations to the Teams, or the military in general, all without seeking recognition.

Kelsy Grammer and Gary Sinise are also huge fans of the military, and some say members of 'The Friends of Abe', a group of Hollywood actors who buck the liberal norm in SoCal, and raise money and donations for wounded soldiers. Way cool.

The All-American Class

Rarely, if ever, have I had a class with such diversity. Worthy of a post in itself. 4 soldiers, 1 Airman, 1 Law Enforcement officer, 1 civilian, 1 NFL football player, and 1 contractor. All had some experience and all very safe. We were able to go above and beyond the norm for a 5 day carbine class, and get down to some gunfighting skills and movement tactics normally reserved for military units. Awesome job guys!