In today’s article, Randall Chaney reviews the Tuff Writer Precision Press Pen. A tactical pen made of 6061-T6 aluminum, the precision writing tool doubles as a defensive tool for self defense. The author critically examines how the Tuff Writer tactical pen performs. Springfield Armory provided a pen to the author for evaluation. While the ancient reed pen has existed for ...
A bill aimed at eliminating Minnesota’s “duty to retreat” before using reasonable force in self-defense failed to pass in the House of Representatives. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE SAINT PAUL, MN (2-minute read) — A bill seeking to remove Minnesota’s requirement that individuals retreat before using force in self-defense failed to pass in the state’s House of Representatives on Thursday. The ...
A misunderstood shooting technique turns out to have a purpose for both competition and self-defense. Many a modern shooter in a handgun class has been told, “Don’t lean your darn head forward when you’re shooting! Stand erect in a neutral posture and keep your head up! What do you think you are, a Tactical Turtle?” Ayoob was told early on ...
Authorities have determined that a fatal shooting outside a Glenwood bar stemmed from a parking dispute and was an act of self-defense. The shooter, a legally armed concealed carry holder, will not face charges after an extensive investigation confirmed justification. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE GLENWOOD, IL (2-minute read) — A fatal shooting outside a Glenwood bar on February 23 has ...
The familiar formula a manufacturer follows when launching a new pistol is to first build a service-size model and, if it gains traction, follow up with a compact version. With that in mind, I made note of all the positive feedback the Springfield Armory Echelon was receiving when it was introduced in 2023 and looked forward to the day a ...
Popular streamer Kaitlyn “Amouranth” Siragusa was attacked in her Houston home when three masked intruders broke in demanding cryptocurrency. The assailants pistol-whipped her before her husband fired at them, forcing them to flee. The suspects also shot at and kicked in a bedroom door. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HOUSTON, TX (2-minute read) — Popular streamer Kaitlyn “Amouranth” Siragusa, 31, endured ...
Apart from the Maxim machine gun, no other automatic weapon of the early 20th century may have been as influential for future firearm development as the Czechoslovakian vz. 26. Also known as the ZB-26, it was just one of several successful designs to be produced in the then-newly independent nation that had been part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until the ...
The suspect in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of first-degree murder, eliminating the need for a trial. With this plea, he faces a life sentence without the possibility of parole, bringing some closure to victims’ families and survivors. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HIGHLAND PARK, IL (3-minute read) — The suspect ...
There is so much to think about and consider when you first start getting into guns and concealed carry. First and foremost, you have to think about the gun. Do I want a full-size or a compact? What chambering? Once you select your gun, you have to start thinking about ammo. What load best fits my needs, and does it ...