Back in the 1990s, it was widely predicted that laser sights might very well be the next “big thing” in handguns utilized for personal defense. The first successful laser sight was invented by Dr. John Matthews — founder of famed SureFire — some years before, but it wasn’t quite ready for prime time. Matthews was able to design a helium-neon laser and mount it on a revolver and, while it did indeed work, cost and size of such a unit made it impractical. The Streamlight TLR-8 G, featuring a white light and a green laser, is a perfect match for…
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We take a look at some very high-end, expensive European revolvers from companies like Korth, Manurhin and Spohr.There was a time here in the States when most firearms underwent substantial hand-fitting by artisans skilled in the gunsmithing trade. The quality of many of these guns was even unsurpassed by some of today’s standards. Over time, however, advances in machining processes negated the need for substantial man-hours to turn out good products in some cases.That’s a good thing, but, unfortunately, something was lost along the way.I won’t pretend to be a business expert, but it seems as though today’s bottom-line profits…
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In today’s review, Robert A. Sadowski tests the Armasight Thermal Contractor Pro 640 3-12x scope on a feral hog hunt. He mounted the optic to a Springfield Armory SAINT Victor to evaluate the thermal scope’s usefulness for hunting. The optic was provided to the author for the review. Feral hogs are tough. Their bodies are compact and designed to take tusks in their sides from rivals who have a different opinion. Their sense of smell and hearing are great, which makes up for their eyesight. Sometimes they look at you, blinking their eyes like need a need eye glass prescription.…
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Security can be defined as a state of being free from danger or threat. With the liberalization of concealed carry laws, a great many citizens have jumped on the bandwagon and taken a big step toward ensuring their personal safety. Although a concealed handgun does give you greater potential to control your immediate environment, it is merely part of a much bigger picture. Many other factors can come into play. Like many readers, I have taken responsibility for my own destiny and carry a concealed handgun on a daily basis. As a career law enforcement officer, I was also trained…
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The Brief: A shooting at a Toronto street festival on July 11, 2026, resulted in two deaths and four injuries. Police responded to gunfire on St Clair Avenue during a crowded cultural event. Officers secured the scene while tactical units launched a manhunt for the unidentified shooter or shooters. Authorities advised the public to avoid the midtown area as investigations continue. The incident highlighted the dangers of active shooter situations in dense crowds. Safety protocols for such events emphasize seeking structural cover, avoiding crowd bottlenecks, and moving away from the gunfire to prevent further casualties. TORONTO, ON — A sun-drenched…
Ten years ago, if you wanted solar power that actually did something — not a trickle charger for a gate opener, real usable power — you were looking at several thousand dollars minimum, and half of it went to lead-acid batteries that died in five years.That world is gone. Panel prices collapsed, lithium batteries got cheap, and today $1,000 spent right will run a fridge, lights, a freezer, phones, a laptop, and a fan indefinitely, anywhere the sun shines. Spent wrong, that same $1,000 buys a pile of mismatched junk that dies the first winter. This article is the difference…
Who was the most horrible person in all of human history? Some might claim their mother-in-law. I’m personally crazy about mine. However, I’d like to dig a bit deeper than that today. Reinhard Heydrich, tallest man on the right, along with Heinrich Himmler and other Nazi officials. Image: Public Domain Tragically, the competition for that particularly dark superlative is fierce. I would say that human beings are animals, but that unfairly disparages animals. If ever you might have doubted humanity’s innate sin nature, you need look no further than any handy history text. Contenders Certain names naturally percolate to the top.…
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The trick to shooting handguns at long distance is an augmented sight picture.The infatuation of shooting at long range seems to have infected everyone. It can be great fun to hit targets at extreme distances, and if you’re trying to do it with a rifle, there’s a whole world of guns and gear out there that you can buy to make it easier.But what about long-range shooting with handguns?I’m not talking about bolt-action pistols or other specialty handguns; I’m talking about everyday-carry-type handguns. Other than for fun, the practical reasons to shoot at long range with a carry gun are…
