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Springfield Armory 5″ DS 1911 Prodigy Review

by David Higginbotham | July 20, 2026 | Guns | 0 Comments

Springfield Armory Prodigy pistols have built on a legacy of .45ACP 1911 design to refine the double-stack 9mm. These guns are making precision performance affordable and may make you question what you get with the artificial scarcity that defines some of the more...

Tactical Tinkle Tubes – a Guide

by BBC-Guest | Dec 15, 2017 | Musings | The Great Outdoors

Our topic for today is that of peeing while standing up. Tactical micturition can be problematic for anyone while they're all jocked up — all the...

Language Lessons: Mils (Milliradians)

by Mad Duo | Dec 14, 2017 | Learnin' | Language Lessons

Language Lessons: Milliradians (Mils) Term: Mils Also Known As: Milliradian, MRAD Category: Shooting Terminology Applications of Use:...

JTT I Equipment Inspection (a Roadside Lesson)

by Swingin' Dick | Dec 12, 2017 | Learnin' | Just the Tip

Inspection and inventory of your kit — it's often done before going to the range, and even more often before stepping off on a patrol or a convoy....

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Hazard 4 Boot Bunker

by Mad Duo | Mar 31, 2015 | Musings | Boots and Shoes, Hazard 4

No one likes muddy boots. Worse yet is tracking mud into your vehicle or house when the day’s adventures are over. So: meet the Boot Bunker from Hazard 4.

The USMC Does Something Smart | Devildogs Get A Zipper

by Mad Duo | Mar 30, 2015 | Gear Curious | Snivel Gear

No, you didn't misread the title and it's not quite April 1st yet. In a rare moment of clarity, the Marine Corps took into consideration the feedback of their warfighters. We're still getting over the shock too. Mad Duo The USMC did something smart…they gave our...

Do the right thing. Show respect, set an example.

by Mad Duo | Mar 27, 2015 | Op-Eds

Our friend posted this just a little while ago on his personal Facebook page. We figured this is significant enough to interrupt our publishing schedule and make it public. We're not going to publicize his name; it's not about credit, it's about the message.Don't be...

Firearms Realism and Pop Culture

by Dave Merrill | Mar 26, 2015 | Assorted Ramblings

In today's op-ed, one of our minions admits to watching Sharknado. His appreciation for that quality of artistry goes a long way in explaining his writing, and the baldness of the editors. What movies do you think have the best gun play? Let...

INFORCE WMLX Weapon Light

by Mad Duo | Mar 25, 2015 | Assorted Ramblings | All the Lumens, Inforce, Weapon Lights

Today we review the INFORCE WMLX Weapon Light for your consideration as a weapon mounted light option.

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LazerBrite Review from 2 Cent Tactical

by Swingin' Dick | May 17, 2012 | Musings | Flashlights

Despite our dislike of the cold, our fear of polar bears and bad memories of Mt. St. Helens exploding, there are many things about Canada the Mad Duo likes. One of these is 2CentTac (Two Cent Tactical). They do some great reviews, such as this one on the LazerBrite...

A few thoughts on the Magpod from a grunt (no big words)

by Swingin' Dick | May 8, 2012 | Assorted Ramblings

From what we've seen our 1:1 handlers using it, we like the Magpod. Still more than a little aggravated that they don't come in our size, but we're used to that. Maybe eventually. Or, maybe we'll pull a hangover on the designer...get him drunk and lock him nekkid in...