NIJ threat levels, the three ways armor gets worn on patrol, what each platform does well and where it falls short, and the fit and long-term wear considerations that differ depending on which system you're in.
Welcome back to Bank Fishing Blueprint, the weekly AllOutdoor series focused on helping anglers find and catch more fish from the bank. Last week in #007, we talked about fishing drains after a hard rain and how a little runoff can turn an overlooked spot into a hotspot in a hurry. If you missed ...
Taking up a handgun for personal defense is indeed a life-changing experience that warrants a great deal of forethought and preparation. You not only have to select the best possible handgun and related gear to fit your lifestyle, but also become proficient in its use and knowledgeable of the law...
Chiappa is adding the M1-22 Bushranger to their rimfire lineup for 2026, a .22 LR semi-auto with a 16.5-inch threaded barrel, full-length Picatinny rail, M-LOK forend, and a painted beechwood pistol-grip stock. At 5.43 pounds and 29.25 inches overall it is a light, compact package that covers rec...
The 1911 occupies a curious position in the modern concealed carry landscape. It is widely respected and often admired, yet only sometimes considered a practical choice for everyday carry. Many people speak of it the way they speak of a classic automobile: beautiful, capable, historically signifi...
Three killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego. What the attack — and the Center's security investments — tell us about preparation and the limits of skill.
Editor’s Note: Especially adapted for The Armory Life from The Matchless Enfield .303 No. 4 Mk I (T) Sniper and Britain’s Elite Scout/Snipers Who Dominated WWII Battlefields Book No. 2 Mk II revised and expanded by Jeff John. Available at Amazon.com. I’ve long believed the En...
Shooting pistols can be a lot of fun, and new shooters will find that it’s even more fun when they consistently hit what they are shooting at. However, the skill needed to shoot a pistol accurately isn’t passed down from generation to generation; it’s learned through patience, persistence, ...
Welcome back to Bank Fishing Blueprint, the weekly AllOutdoor series focused on helping anglers find and catch more fish from the bank. Last week, we covered how to fish the shad spawn from the bank. If you missed that one, it is worth going back to check out. Today we are going to be talking [&#...
Let’s take a quick trip back in time, around 15 years or so, when Travis Haley and Chris Costa had just released a very popular DVD (remember those?) called “The Art of the Tactical Carbine,” and pretty much everyone in the firearms training industry picked up a copy and watched it from beg...