Front Line Friday #28: Field Training Programs

Welcome back to Front Line Friday. This week's editorial is on what separates field training programs that produce street-ready officers from those that produce paper compliance. Front Line Friday is brought to you by Dead Air Silencers , whose support keeps this column going every week.

By Tom R •

Concealed Carry Corner: When Less Means More

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at what gun belts you should keep an eye out for and what are some of my favorites. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here  to check it out. This week, I want to look at some co...

By Matt E •

Turret to Trenches: The M240 Machine Gun

Some 650 to 950 rounds per minute. That is the exact mathematical formula required to turn an enemy formation’s fighting spirit into a desperate desire to simply survive. The United States military has spent decades crafting and perfecting this formula and has ensured its fighting men and women...

By Mason Berryman •

Front Line Friday #25: Mental Health in Law Enforcement

Welcome back to Front Line Friday. This week is an editorial, and the topic is the gap between how law enforcement dies and how the profession talks about dying: more officers end their own lives every year than are killed by suspects, and almost nobody trains for that number. Front Line Friday i...

By Tom R •

Cops Admit They’re Not Expert Shooters

This content is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express permission of GunsAmerica.com and BAAANG Media LLC. Cops Admit They’re Not Expert Shooters Instead, applicants just have to meet the department's qualification standards. If they're struggling, instructors at the acad...

By Larry Z •

America’s Flaming Bayonet in World War I

In early 1918, as the American Expeditionary Force prepared to face battle-hardened German troops in France, the bayonet was a vital component of the Doughboys’ combat equipment. It is difficult for many people today to understand the importance the U.S. military placed on “cold steel” duri...

By Tom Laemlein •

Bank Fishing Blueprint #004: Using Live Bait to Scout a New Pond

Welcome back to Bank Fishing Blueprint, the weekly AllOutdoor series focused on helping bank anglers find and catch more fish. Last week, we talked about urban fishing and how to find productive spots hiding right in the middle of the city. If you missed that installment, it is worth going back a...

By Keith Lusher •

The USMC Sub Load Belt

Gear is pricey. Good gear is expensive, but often worth it without a doubt. If you’re struggling to find an affordable kit, it might be time to look at the surplus market. A lot of GWOT kit is hitting the market at great prices. It might be a little dated, but not all that much. […] T...

By Travis Pike •
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