Tuesday, April 10, 2012
April Gun Contests
Once again, Aaron is diluting the pool and lowering everyone's chances. Go forth and win cool stuff.
M&P Shield Photo Leaked?
Stats are up at TFB too... I was hoping for a little thinner than 1", but we'll see how it feels in person.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Range Day and Magpod Goodness
Hit it up to introduce a couple new shooters and try out a some cool gear.
For the antis and those insisting on mandatory training, the two women we had out today actively sought us out to get some trigger time and learn how to use a gun, primarily in regards to the new CCW and Castle Doctrine laws we have here in Wisconsin. The young lady in the first photo is very excited to get out more and make range trips a regular occurrence.
As for the new gear, I'm lucky enough to have the v.1 Magpod for testing.
I'm very excited about this product, and getting my hands on one of the prototypes is simply awesome. I'll definitely be putting it through its paces and seeing how it holds up. In the meantime, they say first impressions are everything...
It may not be a long shot, but I can't complain about that group.
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| New shooter getting her cowgirl on. |
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| Manda Rockin' the 10/22 |
As for the new gear, I'm lucky enough to have the v.1 Magpod for testing.
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| Blamo! |
I'm very excited about this product, and getting my hands on one of the prototypes is simply awesome. I'll definitely be putting it through its paces and seeing how it holds up. In the meantime, they say first impressions are everything...
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| 9 rounds, rapid fire prone at 25 yards |
Friday, April 6, 2012
.22 Carbine Video
From Oleg. A bunch of stuff I've been saying for years, but with somebody much better looking than me in front of the camera.
MRDs on Pistols
This is something that's been going on in the competition side for years, but is starting to gain traction in the defense area lately. Caleb is playing around with a Glock with a Burris Fastfire II mounted on the slide, and it sounds like he's getting some more options to try out soon.
The biggest advantage in my mind is being able to maintain focus on both the target and the sight and the same time. In a defensive situation, being able to keep the threat in focus while maintaining good sight picture is simply not going to happen with irons.
Currently the biggest hurdle is sending off the slide to be machined for whichever optic you choose, but there are a couple guns coming from the factory with cuts, and Brownell's offers a drop-in Glock slide that's already cut. I'm hoping it'll gain momentum and become a more common option, right now the price is just too high for my budget, despite how much I want something set up this way.
The biggest advantage in my mind is being able to maintain focus on both the target and the sight and the same time. In a defensive situation, being able to keep the threat in focus while maintaining good sight picture is simply not going to happen with irons.
Currently the biggest hurdle is sending off the slide to be machined for whichever optic you choose, but there are a couple guns coming from the factory with cuts, and Brownell's offers a drop-in Glock slide that's already cut. I'm hoping it'll gain momentum and become a more common option, right now the price is just too high for my budget, despite how much I want something set up this way.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Excuses
Slept in in preparation for overnight shifts the next two nights, then dug out the bike clothes to get a short ride in.
New biking socks though!!
New biking socks though!!
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Amazon Tactical
Amazon's getting it's black on... or FDE. Black is 2000.
They're also giving away a Streamlight TLR-1s when they hit 500 fans.
They're also giving away a Streamlight TLR-1s when they hit 500 fans.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012
Surefire G2 Blast Test
So I came into possession of an Elzetta ZFH1500 light mount, and mounted it on the ol' B-CC. The only flashlight I had handy that fits in it is my old beat up Surefire G2 incandescent.
There's one little issue with the particular combo of the Elzetta mount and the 14.5" barrel, especially with a muzzle comp like the Dynacomp-
The bezel of the light is awful close to the blast area, and incandescent bulbs are not known for their blast resistance. Knowing this, and not really liking the G2 anyway (old tech, dim as hell (65 whole lumens) compared to new LED lights...) I figured it'd be a good chance to see what it could take.
Apparently it'll take somewhere between 40 and 60 rounds of 55 gr. Wolf FMJ before giving up the little electronic ghost. I was somewhat hopeful that it'd hold up longer than that, since the bottom of the comp is fully closed (to counter muzzle rise and cut down on dust signature) but apparently not quite enough.
There's one little issue with the particular combo of the Elzetta mount and the 14.5" barrel, especially with a muzzle comp like the Dynacomp-
The bezel of the light is awful close to the blast area, and incandescent bulbs are not known for their blast resistance. Knowing this, and not really liking the G2 anyway (old tech, dim as hell (65 whole lumens) compared to new LED lights...) I figured it'd be a good chance to see what it could take.
Apparently it'll take somewhere between 40 and 60 rounds of 55 gr. Wolf FMJ before giving up the little electronic ghost. I was somewhat hopeful that it'd hold up longer than that, since the bottom of the comp is fully closed (to counter muzzle rise and cut down on dust signature) but apparently not quite enough.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Little Bit of White-Light Testing Yesterday
Need to shoot some photos and write some words, but I should have something up tomorrow before I head out for drill weekend. Let's just say things did not go well for the standard Surefire G2.
Speaking of Shotguns
Vuurwapen Blog sums up why the Taurus Judge isn't one, and sucks at pretty much everything. This is the same stuff I've been saying since the stupid thing came out, and am still amazed at the sales numbers.
Shot Mass
Or Slingshots Vs. The Box of Truth. As OldPainless himself says, it's not too bad of an analogue for the old birdshot/buckshot mass argument. The results are far from unexpected.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Ruger 10/22 Takedown
Not disassembly, but a 10/22 that comes apart in the middle.
Actually looks pretty cool. I wouldn't mind one for shits and giggles at least.
From their email-
Ruger® is proud to introduce the Ruger 10/22 Takedown™. Readily separated into two subassemblies, the Ruger 10/22 Takedown™ offers a convenient transport and storage option for the popular Ruger® 10/22®. As reliable and accurate as every 10/22®, the Ruger 10/22 Takedown™ makes it even easier to keep America's favorite rimfire rifle by your side.
The barrel and forend of the Ruger 10/22 Takedown™ are easily separated from the action and buttstock by pushing a recessed lever, twisting the subassemblies, and pulling them apart. Reassembly is the reverse of takedown, and is quick and easy.
The Ruger 10/22 Takedown™ is shipped in a ballistic nylon backpack-style case that features internal sleeves which hold the subassemblies. External pockets with MOLLE webbing provide storage for magazines, ammunition, and other accessories.
For more information on the new Ruger 10/22 Takedown™, or to learn more about the extensive, award-winning line of Ruger® firearms, visit Ruger.com or Facebook.com/Ruger. To find accessories for the Ruger 10/22 Takedown™, like the 25-round Ruger® BX-25® magazine, visit ShopRuger.com.
Actually looks pretty cool. I wouldn't mind one for shits and giggles at least.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Lock-N-Load Coffee
I need to get my hands on some... I've always been leery of mail-order coffee, but they have fun names and I like the feel of their company. Plus you can order coffee to have sent to military folks (either random units, or you can specify.)
Monday, March 26, 2012
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Last Minute Decisions...
...like riding your bike to work right now mean you forget things like normal, non-biking type underwear, and undershirts. Oops.
Friday, March 23, 2012
New Bike in the House!
MandaFern upgraded her commuter rig.
Trek Neko SL with dealer installed rack and fenders. Should help a lot with her goal of biking to work more than driving this summer. I'm just jealous of the nice hydraulic disc brakes myself.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
"Somebody Else Will Call"
“Bike Thief” is a social experiment in which filmmaker Casey Neistat repeatedly stole his own bike in locations around New York City, including in front of a police station. He gets away with it in (almost) every instance.
This really highlights both an immense lack of situational awareness in most people and the reason why I have good bike locks.
Spring...?
Feels more like summer. The highs this last week have been pushing the 80s, and the "rain" they keep speaking of keeps getting pushed further and further back (50% today as of last night, currently bright and sunny and only partially cloudy.)
This does not help with the bloggage.
Yesterday afternoon/evening I rolled up to the gun shop to pick up a free hat for being awesome, and fondle my probably BAG Day purchase. Speaking of, BAG Day is a Sunday, and the shop's closed, but I'm looking at a handgun, so I'll most likely pay and do the paperwork on Saturday and pick it up Monday after the stupid waiting period. I figure that should be close enough for .gov work.
While I was there, I also got to handle an NFA Kriss carbine and a Serbu breacher. The Serbu seems like it would be fun for about 5 minutes, then unless you're actually using it as a breacher, you'd be wondering why you went AOW and not SBS (I'm still very much wanting an 870 with a 12" barrel... ends right at the factory mag tube, how awesome is that?) The Kriss on the other hand... well, I'm glad I didn't look at the price tag, or I'd be doing math to figure out when I could start paperwork.
On a more positive note, they're also carrying converted Saiga 12s and stock drums for the same. That could end up costing me a bit (although I'd be constantly tempted to mount a launcher of some sort to the bottom...)
Start three nights of overnights tonight, so maybe there'll be some stuff up here with more content in the morning.
This does not help with the bloggage.
Yesterday afternoon/evening I rolled up to the gun shop to pick up a free hat for being awesome, and fondle my probably BAG Day purchase. Speaking of, BAG Day is a Sunday, and the shop's closed, but I'm looking at a handgun, so I'll most likely pay and do the paperwork on Saturday and pick it up Monday after the stupid waiting period. I figure that should be close enough for .gov work.
While I was there, I also got to handle an NFA Kriss carbine and a Serbu breacher. The Serbu seems like it would be fun for about 5 minutes, then unless you're actually using it as a breacher, you'd be wondering why you went AOW and not SBS (I'm still very much wanting an 870 with a 12" barrel... ends right at the factory mag tube, how awesome is that?) The Kriss on the other hand... well, I'm glad I didn't look at the price tag, or I'd be doing math to figure out when I could start paperwork.
On a more positive note, they're also carrying converted Saiga 12s and stock drums for the same. That could end up costing me a bit (although I'd be constantly tempted to mount a launcher of some sort to the bottom...)
Start three nights of overnights tonight, so maybe there'll be some stuff up here with more content in the morning.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
WGO Launches Pro-CCW Sign Campaign
"The signs are part of what WGO calls its DEFEND WISCONSIN PROGRAM, in response to the anti-gun signs being posted by some businesses around Wisconsin to prohibit concealed carry. It also aims to counter the anti-gun smear campaign of the Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort (WAVE), the notorious Madison-based anti-gun group."
I'll have to keep an eye out for them, and make sure to frequent those places.
If you are a Wisconsin business owner and would like to put up your own signs, they are available here.
Also of note is this little bit of the article-
"Last fall, WGO launched its successful Don’t Buy List Program, which to date has listed over 800 anti-gun businesses around the state. These businesses are put on alert that gun owners will no longer patronize them until the signs are removed. To date, nearly two dozen businesses have reversed course and removed the signs, thanks to grassroots pressure from vigilant members of WGO."Keep up the good work.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Aww...
It seems like I just sat down, and somebody already drank all my coffee. Guess I need more.
(ok... I think I drank it all...)
(ok... I think I drank it all...)
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Solders and Marines to Get New Helmet
The new ECH will be rated for rifle rounds. Pretty cool. Maybe I'll even see one before I hit 20 years in service!
VZ Grips (J-Frame) Range Report
Put 50 rounds through the other day while we were at the range. To me, it seemed like there was more felt recoil, but it was more controllable. The new grips are just a little bigger, a little grippier, and the finger groove all do a much better job of keeping the gun firmly planted where it belongs.
Also, despite the grips being more efficient at transferring the recoil energy, my hands still felt better than they did after the 40 rounds a few days before with the factory rubber.
These are definitely worth looking into if you have a J-frame.
Also, despite the grips being more efficient at transferring the recoil energy, my hands still felt better than they did after the 40 rounds a few days before with the factory rubber.
These are definitely worth looking into if you have a J-frame.
Friday, March 16, 2012
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