Tactical Atlas Firearm Blog

Part I of this series mentioned the irony of “failure porn” in society versus the trend of failure avoidance. This part will deal with conquering failure.

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If someone brand new to defensive use of the carbine were to ask me what book I would recommend, Clint Smith's Urban Rifle would be on the top of my list.

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Sometimes there is a drill that becomes your nemesis. It haunts you, it laughs in your face, and inspires you to work harder. For me that drill is the “300”

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If you have spent much time behind a wheel gun you know two things: they run out of ammunition in a hurry and reloading is comparatively slow and complex.

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The 2PAD class expanded my understanding of how to interact with others, whether accompanied or as a stranger in a crowd, in the event of a criminal attack.

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Outside of the small rifles for new shooters or kid just starting off, do single shoot 22 rifles have a place in a veteran shooters lineup? Yes, of course.

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Next time you're dry firing and your mind wanders to anything else, consider switching up your practice by introducing one of these variances.

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When training with the intent to be handy with a pistol for defensive shooting, there are lots of reasons to make friends with single-handed fire.

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After a spring trial of the Crosshatch Sling Pack by First Tactical, we’ve found a pack that does all we need, and looks good too.

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The 50-round Dot Torture drill is a great test of general marksmanship. It can prove encouraging or humbling for anyone, depending on the distance.

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In the past year, a growing number of pistol instructors have been heard railing against the practice of tactical reloads. I examined their arguments.

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For training, hunting, and just recreational shooting, don't overlook the humble airgun. They fit seamlessly into the hobby for just about anybody.

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