A few random thoughts revolving around all things “tactical” in nature……
- With extreme rarity, every firearm in existence is capable of higher performance than the shooter can provide. While there are firearm accessories that can enhance and allow a shooter to utilize said firearm with higher efficiency and performance, I’m amazed at the constant drivel over the latest “combat pistol” and AR-this and AR-that. This topic deserves an entire article and maybe a video because the firearms industry has done a fantastic job convincing millions that if they don’t have the latest optic, the best trigger, and that special tacti-cool accessory then you simply cannot survive the coming zombie apocalypse.
- Light as a Defensive Tool – As I evaluate and make decisions on priorities at our homestead, I’ve considered mounting light bars similar to what is on big redneck trucks that blind oncoming traffic on backwoods country roads. BTW – I love those trucks! My thought is to put these high-powered light bars on all four sides of the cabin so I can flick them on with one switch(or be selective) and be able to see all around the property while largely blinding anyone who may be nearby. Obviously, this may not be desirable in every single possible situation, however, it seems to me to be an inexpensive means to illuminate the immediate surrounding area. Maybe there’s a better alternative that is specifically meant for outdoor illumination.
- I promote Palmetto State Armory for one very specific reason – VALUE. I can only speak from my own experience and for me, PSA has provided excellent reliability with good quality and extremely attractive prices. The bottom line is folks who could not afford Daniel Defense and Sig nor FN can get a reliable and accurate firearm at excellent prices. Period. Forget the most elite tactical know-it-alls that promote the most expensive brands. If you aim at it and can hit it – well, there you go.
- There’s no better time than RIGHT NOW to stock up on magazines and ammunition as we travel forward into such an uncertain future. Maybe the zombie apocalypse won’t happen. Maybe every day is just one day closer to when some demented tyrannical President signs an executive order to place a 1,000% “fee” on guns and ammunition. Maybe. I haven’t forgotten the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban, nor the firearms market after Sandy Hook, and how I had wished I had stocked up on more magazines and ammunition. That feeling sucked and I’m determined for it not to happen again.
- I’ve owned a few Bushnell TRS-25 red dot optics since it came out decades ago. My personal SHTF weapon – a short-barrelled AR that I call “Venom” – has one mounted atop and it continues to do what it’s supposed to do. I look at the target, both eyes are open, and superimpose the dot onto the area where I need rounds to impact. It works every time. So – for around $100 the TRS-25 provides fast target acquisition, long battery life, and has zero problems staying sighted in. I have zero urge to put something else on Venom.
Hope everyone has a great week and “Keep Your Powder Dry!!!”
Rourke