Category Archives: Firearms

Quiz

Posted on 12/21/2012 by Michael

Please make sure you know what you’re talking about before you talk about it.

Posted in Firearms, Hoplophobia | Leave a comment

Dear News Media

Posted on 07/20/2012 by Michael

Dear News Media: Please stop trying to frighten us, especially mothers with small children.  Shame on you. Please stop trying to be the first off the line to inappropriately lay blame at the feet of those who have no part … Continue reading →

Posted in Firearms, Freedom, US | 4 Comments

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 →

Posted in Arizona, Hoplophobia | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Firearms, Freedom, Politics, US, Vote | 3 Comments

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 →

Posted in Firearms | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Arizona, California, Firearms, Freedom, Iowa | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Firearms | 20 Comments