Category Archives: Firearms

Sheriff’s Deputy Killed in Shootout

Posted on 01/08/2012 by Michael

This morning, William Coleman, a 20-year veteran deputy of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, was killed in a shootout with a burglary suspect.  While this loss of a deputy is certainly tragic news, especially for his loved ones, I wouldn’t normally … Continue reading →

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R.I.P. Bill of Rights

Posted on 12/15/2011 by Michael

The Bill of Rights Born: Dec 15, 1791 Died: Dec 15, 2011 Aged:  220 years (exactly) Hyperbole?  Perhaps.  But it’s my blog, and I’ll write whatever the hell I want (while I still can). The first 10 amendments to the … Continue reading →

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Review: Taurus PT1911 (Update)

Posted on 12/29/2010 by Michael

At the end of October, I wrote a not-so-glowing review of my then-new Taurus PT1911.  It is now two months later, and Taurus has finally gotten me the replacement extractor*.  I had a gunsmith install it and inspect the pistol, … Continue reading →

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Iowa Shall Issue

Posted on 11/15/2010 by Michael

According to information released by the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Iowa will officially become a “Shall Issue” state as of January 1, 2011. What this means is that County Sheriffs will no longer be allowed to arbitrarily deny any … Continue reading →

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Review: Taurus PT1911

Posted on 10/30/2010 by Michael

Dear Taurus International Manufacturing, Inc.:  I sincerely hope you’re reading this and take measures to address what I’m about to tell you. I’ve wanted a 1911 for longer than I can recall. I’ve owned a Glock 36 for many years, … Continue reading →

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