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Throwback Thursday — SIG Sauer C3 1911
To deliver on its promise to offer a discreet, but shootable 1911, SIG Sauer built the C3 with a Commander-length top including a match length and quality barrel, atop an Officer’s frame. Sleek lines and pleasing aesthetics make for great eye candy, but a 1911 has to rule the range too. The Shooter's Log's Dave Dolbee puts the SIG C3 through its paces for this Range Report.
Stevens Annouces the Introduction of Its First Semi-Automatic Shotgun
Stevens, well known for its previous shotgun offerings, has proudly offered its first semi-automatic shotgun, the new 12-gauge S1200. The S1200 provides reliable, inertia driven semi-automatic performance at an attractive price.
Do You Need A Rail Gun?
Among the decisions to be made when purchasing a personal defense handgun are caliber, action type, and size and weight. Among the options to be considered is the light rail. A rail gun is common parlance for a handgun with an accessory rail, but some just consider it common sense.
Did Mass. AG Healey Unlawfully Overstep Her Constitutional Authority?
Last week's stunning announcement by Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healy was a major blow to gun rights and the Second Amendment. If allowed to stand, it could spread like plague to other pro gun control states. Here is a quick synopsis of what happened and the plans and organizations looking to take legal action to right this wrong.
Mossberg Contributes $150,000 to #GUNVOTE
With the balance of the Supreme Court at stake, this election will affect our constitutional rights. It is crucial that all gun owners and Second Amendment supporters register to vote, become informed about candidates' positions, and on Election Day, #GUNVOTE. Don't risk your rights!
Range Report: Glock’s Best Pistol — Glock 22
When the Glock pistol was introduced, like many, I was skeptical of the polymer-framed pistol. I had positive experiences with the HK P9S 9mm and did not regard polymer as cheap—far from it. The HK was an extraordinary pistol. Rigorous testing and experience removed skepticism.The Glock was a reliable, affordable, and durable service pistol chambered for the popular 9mm Luger cartridge.
Reader Comments of the Week — July 23, 2016
Even regular readers of The Shooter's Log can't read or respond to all of the comments, so we have started a new weekly feature that will recap a sampling of the most active, interesting, or on occasion, randomly selected comments from the previous weeks. Feel free to respond with your two cents at the bottom of this article or by clicking the story link and adding it directly to the discussion.
Polls Demonstrate Gun Owner Distrust of Politicians
The NRA-ILA (Institute for Legislative Action) has never been shy or an organization to mince words. That makes the following from the NRA-ILA, that much more important to the future of the Second Amendment as we know it today. Of course, the Second Amendment is well supported by democrat and republican voters. The politicians on the other hand...
Final Approach Unveils 3 Waterfowl Hunting Packs
Fans of Final Approach and waterfowling enthusiasts have something to look forward this Summer with the addition of a trio of hard-hunting packs and bags to the lineup of innovative layout blinds, decoys and accessories.
Range Report: OATH Ammunition
OATH ammunition offers loads designed to reduce recoil by using lightweight projectiles that offer good penetration and terminal performance with solid copper projectiles. Wow! That was a mouthful, but the main point is, the bullets are well designed and offer remarkable consistency on the range, for training, or self-defense. WIlburn Roberts popped more than a few primers while proofing the ammo and collecting the data...
NSSF Response to President Obama’s “Exaggerated Claim Based in No Real Statistics”
The Washington Post recently awarded three Pinocchios to the President's claim, “We flood communities with so many guns that it is easier for a teenager to buy a Glock than to get his hands on a computer or even a book.” and called it an, “Exaggerated claim based in no real statistics, which does nothing but distract the public.” Here is the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) Larry Keane's response.
Slingshots for Survival
When I venture into the backcountry, I almost always carry a folded slingshot. I do this for several reasons. First, it is a source of entertainment around an evening campfire or after game has been harvested (in the summertime or non-hunting situations, perhaps just for fun.) I also carry it because it does not weigh much, and I now realize it gives me a more effective tool for use in a survival situation then simply throwing rocks.
Maintaining Skills
You have learned to shoot a handgun well, but that does not mean you can rest on your laurels. Now you must maintain these skills. That is the hard part and requires discipline. Through diligent practice, drills, and perhaps some advanced training, you may also increase these skills. In this article, Bob Campbell has penned a few thoughts and observations learned from a career of handling a firearm as a LEO and a trainer to help you in your quest to master the handgun.
Sen. Murphy Reveals Anti-Second Amendment “Slippery Slope” Strategy
ABC recently aired an interview between anti-gun Senator Chris Murphy (CT-D) and ABC's Jon Karl. During the interview, Sen. Murphy showed his hand and explained why the anti-Second Amendment crowd pushes so hard on legislation that seems unrelated to the current event, mass shooting, or otherwise high profile shooting that caused the uproar.
Reader Comments of the Week — July 16, 2016
Even regular readers of The Shooter's Log can't read or respond to all of the comments, so we have started a new weekly feature that will recap a sampling of the most active, interesting, or on occasion, randomly selected comments from the previous weeks. Feel free to respond with your two cents at the bottom of this article or by clicking the story link and adding it directly to the discussion.
Choosing and Packing A Range Bag
One of the inevitabilities, and greatest aspects of our sport, is the accumulation of gear and accessories. Somewhere, deep down inside each of us, is a little devilish voice convincing us to get more stuff. This isn't a bad thing, but you need to be smart to make the most of your range time. Here are our top dos and dont's for range bags.
Range Report: Charter Arms .22 Pathfinder
This is a neat and affordable little kit gun—what more could we ask? It is a ball of fun to fire and use! As a kit gun or fishing gun, the .22 revolver is an American classic. There is little muzzle blast or recoil, and the revolver is useful for those who cannot tolerate heavier recoil. And, you just have to have a Charter Arms Pathfinder revolver in the bug out bag.
The First 5 Things To Do After a Crisis
In the majority of crisis situations, no matter what the crisis is, you want to do the exact opposite of the mob of people. In other words, instead of running to the bank or the ATM machine, you want to check in with your family and make sure they’re safe. Check out these and other tips for surviving a crisis.
Survival Reloading: Lee Loader Review for Basic Survival Conditions
The Lee Loader is actually the lowest cost reloading option to start reloading on any tailgate, stump, rock, or worktable. At a paltry $30, everyone should have one in each caliber firearm they own. The Lee Loader does give you some great options in a package no other loader can match. Most importantly, with just the addition of a bullet mold and a Leatherman, the Lee Loader gives me the ability to scavenge nearly any pistol round to create ammunition for my gun, and that is what I call being prepared.
House to Vote this Week on Anti-Terrorism Package with Gun Buy Provision
"To prevent terrorists from launching attacks and obtaining passports, and for other purposes." That certainly sounds ominous, and to those who are already suspicious of the government's motives, it may sound worse. However, you can't make an informed decision unless you are actually informed.