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...
Aaron Cowan
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
"Stopping power." How many times have you heard that ridiculous phrase? "You have to use a [insert caliber/breed/style] round if you want a one-stop shot!" Sure, science tells us that a fully oxygenated brain can keep the body moving for several seconds after the...
Black Rain Ordnance Fallout 15 Review
Today Cowan is going to talk to you about a BRO rifle - specifically the Black Rain Ordnance Fallout 15. He has been abusing the rifle for a while now and he seems to like it. Read the review below to find out why, and to see how he came to that conclusion. The Black...
The lowdown on Potomac's Advanced Combat Shirt
Today COWAN! takes a look at the next great thing in tactical haute couture. COWAN! is, as you no doubt know, renowned both for his tactical sartorial perspicacity. Take a moment and let him give you the lowdown on the Potomac ACS. Mad DuoGrunts: sartorialI received...
Low Light Techiques for CCW – Part 1
Are there different Low Light Techiques for CCW than for duty or professional carry? Should ya go handheld or WLM (Weapon Mounted Light)? We’ll discuss.
Pushing outside your comfort zone
When you train, do you do it on your own, or do you bring some friendly rivalry into it? Do you train outside your comfort zone? Are you willing to set ego aside and ask for help where you need it? COWAN! thinks that's just the thing to do, as long as the shooters...
10 Important Things To Know About Violence
You're going to want to read this in order to put the following 10 things to know about violence into context. Some will read it and agree, some will read and disagree, some will debate intelligently. Regardless of COWAN!'s attempts to explain and debate academically,...