Category Archives: Firearms
A Well-Regulated Militia
The text of the 2nd amendment to the Constitution reads: “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” There’s a lot … Continue reading
An Open Letter to the Open Carry Community: Let’s Talk
Dear AR-15 Open Carry Enthusiasts, Hello. My name is Michael. Like you, I am a responsible, peaceful firearms owner. Let’s talk. I know your rights are under assault. Believe me… I feel the heat and rhetoric coming from the hoplophobes and statists … Continue reading
Quiz
Please make sure you know what you’re talking about before you talk about it.
Dear News Media
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
R.I.P. Bill of Rights
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
Review: Taurus PT1911 (Update)
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
Iowa Shall Issue
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
Review: Taurus PT1911
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