I have carried and used various models of the AK from Vietnam to Afghanistan and a lot in between. I use it as my basic defensive rifle now. Here is why.
Survival and Prepping
Surviving and preparing for catastrophy
Buying a Bug Out Bag
So now you have accumulated the necessary items to put a bug out bag (BOB) together and you need something to put it all in. Based on the premise that you may end up being foot mobile in a bug out situation, a rucksack is called for.
Putting a Bug Out Bag Together
Putting your bug out bag together requires careful thought. Lets look at some of the considerations involved.
Prepping Considerations, Terminology and the Bug Out Bag
The beginning prepper can get confused by much of the terminology being used in the prepping movement, but keep in mind that again, there is no “one size fits all” plan.
Fundamentals of Handgun Marksmanship
This is going to be a bit of a long article. This is a compilation of a series of articles I did for my website that was intended to guide the new handgun owner in the very basics of handgun marksmanship. These articles do not replace competent instruction by a qualified firearms instructor.
The Tactical Rifle (Book review)
Gabe Suarez
Gabriel Suarez is one of the most prominent small arms instructors on the scene today, and has been for quite some time. He is a former Southern California law enforcement officer who has been teaching advanced small arms training full time for a number of years. He is regarded as one of the best.
Tactical Pistol Shooting 2nd Edition (Book review)
By Erik Lawrence and Mike Pannone
Gun Digest Books
This is another outstanding example of the tremendous amount of really good training material available to the law abiding citizen who wishes to be an accomplished hand gunner.
Selecting Ammunition for the Defensive Pistol
The handgun is in reality a poor defensive weapon compared to a rifle or shotgun. But it has the advantage of being lightweight, portable, concealable, and probably more likely to be on you when you need it.
Beyond Collapse (Book review)
If you can only have one book on survival and prepping, this should be it. And it’s free!
Every Day Carry (EDC)
These are the items you will have with you always at the office, school, business ect. These are lightweight items that fit comfortably on a belt, in pockets, in a purse, or a brief case.
Where to begin?
Our focus in our Preparation and Survival series is being directed toward those who are concerned and want to begin a logical preparation plan but are overwhelmed by the whole process.
Defensive Mindset, The Color Codes
What’s in your mind today?
Selecting a handgun for defensive use.
The world of Defensive Weaponcraft has been overwhelmed by opinions about the best handgun for self-defense or the best caliber or the best load, etc. Anyone who reads any of the gun magazines for very long could get a headache trying to sort out the conflicting opinions.
Condor Rip Away IFAK Pouch
A good IFAK choice. An Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) is an essential piece of preparation gear.
Surviving a Massacre, Rampage, or Spree Killing (Book review)
Arthur Cohen
We live in a dangerous world. And we live in a potentially VERY dangerous part of the world.
The Safepacker Pistol Holster
The last few years have seen a tremendous increase in the number of law abiding citizens opting to get concealed weapon permits (CCW) to go about armed for self protection. There has also been a corresponding increase of unique ways to carry concealed.
Quick Clot
Every first aid kit NEEDS this
Israeli Combat Bandage
THE bandage to buy! Just about the time you think no one can build a better mouse trap, sombody comes along and does.
Gerber’s Nifty Little Shovel
Recently I was updating my emergency preparedness equipment and decided to buy another small shovel for my Jeep. I have one of the excellent Glock (yes, same company) shovels, but decided to do a little research.
Active Shooter Incidents. Is being armed the total solution?
Active Shooter: “An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area, typically through the use of firearms”. Department of Homeland Security.
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