Self evidencing training bias. Agkistrodon contrortix. Heuristics. Amodal completion. You guessed it, COWAN! is once again talking about training. Breach-Bang-Clear. The Snake is a Stick Aaron Cowan. We are diurnal predators by nature. We hunt and forage by daylight....
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Cowan’s Great Multitool Throwdown
Today Cowan! does a throwdown between three popular multitools. Read up. Multitools have been popular among the hands-on community for decades. This whole class of implements was arguably started by Tim...
Review | the Rail Scales S3 Handstop
We talk about grips a lot. It's an important topic, whether you're talking about weapon manipulation or choking the chicken. Today COWAN! is going to review a handstop from Rail Scales, though first you're going to get the mandatory COWAN! history lesson. Grab a...
Report | HSGI Micro Grip Belt Liner
You know we like Tacos, and you've heard us talk about the SureGrip belt before. Today COWAN! (who almost never uses a sock holster) is going to give you his perspective on the new 'low-pro' Micro Grip Belt Panel - which is pretty much the first look anyone has had at...
Hazard 4 Switchback
The Hazard 4 Switchback is a well-designed sling pack with multiple features. Maybe not perfect for hitting Pyongyang but great for hitting the pavement.
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Armadillo Pistol Case: laptop-tablet armor from Hazard 4
Covert gear is something that most companies offer in one form or another, and Hazard 4 is no different: hence the Hazard 4 Armadillo Case: pistol case? laptop case? Yes. Armadillo Covert Pistol Case Covert gear is something that most companies offer in one form or...
The Verbal Command Imperative
Verbalization is something that doesn’t get nearly the attention it should in training. This is unfortunate, because it’s important for what we are training for. No, important isn’t strong enough a word; it is essential. This may come as a surprise to some, but many,...
The Power of Myth, Misinformation and Ego
A very long time ago I believed some very ridiculous things. I believed them because they were told to me by people who appeared knowledgeable or were in a position to teach me, so I trusted their imparting of knowledge completely. I can’t say I picked everything up...
Review – Gerber’s Stabby Little Ghost Puncher
Some of our minions prefer Gerber Gear products. Others hate them, even decrying the brand at every opportunity - we sent a new Gerber knife to one of the latter to see what happened. Mad Duo The Ghoststrike Punch Knife COWAN! Well look at this little guy. Gerber at...
The Truth About “Stopping Power” – Anatomy First
Today, COWAN! is going to discuss the stopping power myth and give you some insight into the truth behind it.