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Free for All Friday: 03-06-2014
We’ve got some great questions this week! Everything from getting rid of smoke smells to Short Barreled Rifles. Continue reading
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Year of the Rifle: Picking My First Real Rifle!
Since I’ve declared 2014 the year of the rifle, it goes without saying that if I’m going to learn rifle shooting, I’m going to need a rifle. While I love my Mosin and my .22LR, they’re not exactly the kind of rifle I want to be learning on. Maybe the .22LR a bit for technique and such, but the Mosin…not so much.
So I’m going to look at this the same way that I would if I were going to buy any other item, not just a firearm. I have a rule that, with very few exceptions, if I’m going to spend more than $100 on something I must spend a great deal of time researching it (1 to 2 days per $100). Essentially, what you’re going to read is me just writing down my thoughts as I shop. This is exactly how my brain goes through purchasing decisions….minus a few swear words. Continue reading
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Reader Question: Gun Storage
We’ve covered many aspects of a gun purchase. Things like finding a good deal to the first day at the range are important topics to cover. There is still, however, much ground to be covered for new gun owners and sometimes it’s difficult figure out what to write about next. One thing we haven’t covered yet is where to put your gun once you own it. Thankfully, Bob J. helped us pick out a new article topic with a great reader question:
“I bought an XDm after reading your review. This is our first gun and me and the wife really liked shooting it. I just wanted to ask if it’s ok to store the gun in the case it came in or should I get some other case?”
Well, Bob, great choice on the gun and I’m glad you two like it! Keep me updated as to your progress. As far as your question goes, and as with many of my answers, there’s a few schools of thought… Continue reading
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JU Sporting Clays, Skeet, and Trap Team Presents Wingshooting & Clays Sports Clinic
A clinic put on by the JU Varsity Shooters designed to enhance any shooter’s wingshooting & clay sports skills at the Jacksonville Skeet & Trap Club located at 12125 New Berlin Road in Jacksonville, Florida.
Sunday, February 16
1 P.M. – 5 P.M.
Come out and shoot with the JU Varsity Shooting Team, proud three time National Divisional Champions. Hosted by one of the top coaches in the nation, JU Head Coach David T. Dobson, certified NSCA & NSSA Level III, the Spring Clinic is a way to give back to the shooting community while endorsing our collegiate program and youth shooting. Whether a new shooter looking to learn from the ground up, or a seasoned shooter wanting to polish off their skills, this clinic will provide a unique opportunity to enhance your shotgunning skills using the Clays environment! Open to ages 10 and above. Guns will be provided; ammunition and targets are not included in cost.
Please contact David Dobson to register at: ddobsonpvb@aol.com
(904) 571-8700 or (904) 285-9500
Children 12 and under- $95 Adults- $195
Charitable tax deductible checks to be made out to the “JU Sporting Clays, Skeet, and Trap Team”
Visit www.daviddobson.com for more information about the Head Coach
Visit the team at www.jushootingteam.com for more information about the program
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A Different Kind of Shot…
So I hurt myself at the range this morning. There’s so many injuries that we go out of our way to prevent. We religiously follow those gun safety commandments and I don’t know any shooters personally that can’t recite them at a moment’s notice. At the range, we focus so much on those gun safety rules that we can easily forget that there are many ways to hurt yourself that have nothing to do with guns.
Such is the nature of my injury. Continue reading
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Let’s Talk About Cleaning Kits
Outside of ammunition, there is one essential item that every gun owner absolutely has to have: a cleaning kit. Keeping a firearm clean and shiny is immeasurably important in its reliability and longevity. This means regular cleaning and lubricating. Yes, even you Glock owners that brag about how dependable your gun is after thousands of rounds even though you’ve never cleaned it. Look, Toyotas are legendary for their reliability but I wouldn’t even think about going on a cross country trip with one that has never had its oil changed or had any maintenance at all (even if it’s fresh off the lot, but that’s a whole other discussion). Same thing with a gun. If you have put lots of rounds through your gun but never cleaned or maintained it, it’s not a matter of IF it malfunctions but WHEN.
So, yeah, a cleaning kit. The problem is, telling you to go buy a cleaning kit is kind of like telling someone to go buy a wrench. What kind of wrench? Socket? Crescent? What size? Regular or Metric? You see my point. There’s countless kinds of cleaning kits out there. Each has it’s benefits and problems. Today, we’re going to take a look at some of the most common options. Continue reading
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Breaking Bad? How and why to break in a new gun…
GunNoob’s Firearm Rule #72: It doesn’t matter the manufacturer or model of gun. If you ask about the quality of a particular firearm on an internet forum, someone will eventually say the following: “I bought a [Gun A], took it to the range and it gave me nothing but trouble. I couldn’t get through to magazines without it messing up so I took it back to the shop and traded it for a [Gun B]. Don’t waste your money on a [Gun A]. They’re nothing but junk.”
Now we’ve covered some reasons for a gun to constantly fail in our warranty article. There is another, commonly overlooked factor that we haven’t talked about yet: it wasn’t broken in. Like a new engine, shoes and jeans, a gun needs to be broken in as well. Continue reading
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Alternate Carry Locations
So we’ve talked about pocket carry and IWB carry. From the way people talk, it seems like those are the only two options. In actuality, they’re the most talked about because they’re the most efficient. Sometimes, however, your outfit, situation or body shape just doesn’t allow for the big two.
So with that in mind, let’s take a quick run-through of some other options. Keep in mind, these may not be the most preferable but as I like to say: I’d rather have this than a pointy stick. Continue reading
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Dealing with Concealed Carry Anxiety Syndrome
Making the decision to start carrying concealed is a pretty big step. It’s a huge responsibility and, let’s be honest, there’s some inherent risks involved. Walking out your front door carrying a gun for the first time is incredibly stressful for many people. What if it goes off in my pocket? What if someone sees the gun? What if I drop it?
There’s a term for this: “Concealed Carry Anxiety Syndrome” (CCAS). It’s that feeling of constant panic you feel when you first start carrying. The good news is, you’re not alone. We here at the Gun Noob Institute for CCAS Research have some tips to help relieve the stress that new carrier might encounter. Continue reading
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Pros and Cons of Inside the Waistband Carry
Sometimes, you want a little bit more bang for your buck. I mean, the .380 is nice and all but sometimes you want a bit more BBQ sauce. Sure you can go with one of those trendy pocket 9’s but, seriously, 7 rounds of 9mm? Really? My Glock 19 holds 15 rounds of 9mm so with 2 magazines I could have what would take me 4 magazines with those tiny pocket nines. If I want to carry some beefy .45 rounds, what then?
Don’t get me wrong, I love my XDs but outside of 5.11 Tactical, companies are making cargo pants more for style than function anymore so I’m limited on the clothes I can pocket carry in. Plus, I have fallen in love with my big Sig and there’s something so comforting about that giant pistol. Continue reading
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