News & Post Archive

In the beginning, there was a gunshow

By Bruce Gray / August 5, 2009

I’m often asked how I became a good pistol shooter. Looking back across some 35 years of pulling a trigger, I can see how fortunate I was to be exposed to some good techniques and attitudes early on.

Guide to Sig Sauer pistol inspection

By scott / July 27, 2009

I’ve had a handful of e-mails asking how to tell if a used Sig is still in good shape or not. After writing the same e-mail over and over for the last five years, I figured it was time to post my thoughts on what to look at when you’re going to purchase a used…

Zen and the art of hitting stuff

By Bruce Gray / July 21, 2009

Understand the psychology of marksmanship to develop strong, reliable skills.

Service Pistol Maintenance: Six simple steps can save your life

By Bruce Gray / July 21, 2009

Just six shots away from finishing his quarterly sidearm qualification, Louie got off just one round from his Glock 22, and no amount of pulling on the trigger by that Northern California narcotics officer would make it fire again.

Dry fire secrets of the pros

By Bruce Gray / July 20, 2009

I rarely encounter shooters who feel their shooting and gun handling is as good as it should be, and most will acknowledge a real need for improvement in shooting abilities. Whether you are new in recreational shooting, an officer of the law or armed civilian, or a seasoned practical competitor, experience suggests the place to…

The four cardinal rules of safe gun handling

By Bruce Gray / July 19, 2009

Always treat all firearms as if they were loaded. Never allow the muzzle of any firearm to point at anything you are not willing to destroy. Never put your finger near the trigger until you are ready to fire. Do not depend on any mechanical device for safety! Always be sure of your target, and…