Before we begin, let’s just address the elephant in the room. What is “long-range” with a pistol, especially in a caliber like .380? That is a fair question, so let’s just start with the simple fact it is FUN to see how far we can go, to push our skills and develop our technique for shooting accurate/tight groups at appropriate ...
Discussing the 10mm Auto cartridge stirs up strong opinions. When you chamber a polymer pistol for the cartridge, the debate gets even louder. Is it too powerful for self-defense? To get to the truth, I decided to get a Springfield Armory XD-M and run a bunch of 10mm ammo through it. Launched from an XD-M, the 10mm is an extremely ...
The Brief: British national Brooke George is currently detained in Dubai on charges of premeditated murder following a violent altercation with a man she met online. George claims she acted in self-defense after being held captive and physically assaulted. She now faces a potential death sentence under United Arab Emirates law. International legal monitors report significant due process violations, including ...
The Brief: A Virginia circuit judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the state’s upcoming ban on “assault weapons” and standard-capacity magazines. The ruling prevents law enforcement from enforcing restrictions on semi-automatic rifles and detachable magazines capable of holding more than 15 rounds. This freeze remains in effect until at least late 2026. The court determined the proposed regulations lacked ...
The Brief: Marcello Scott faces felony charges including home invasion and aggravated domestic battery after forcibly entering a Springfield apartment and attacking a pregnant resident. The victim defended herself by stabbing Scott in the chest with a kitchen knife while he was battering her. Law enforcement determined the woman acted in lawful self-defense to protect herself and her unborn child. ...
Born into poverty in the woods of West Virginia, Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager was a World War II aircraft mechanic, fighter pilot, double ace, military commander, and a test pilot who broke the sound barrier. His journey from Army private to USAF Brigadier General is an inspiration to all. Yeager began his Air Force career in September 1941 as a ...
A wide range of really well-known aircraft types were used in World War II, by both sides. But for every Mustang, British Spitfire, Bf109, Zero, Flying Fortress, Corsair or Mitchell bomber, there were many other hard-working planes that received little to no attention. Quite often their operations provided ample opportunity for danger, but little chance for glory. A Zeke meets ...