Tactical Life May/June 2022

The 2022 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show—aka SHOT Show—took place after a oneyear C-One-Niner hiatus. Dozens of Tactical Life’s main content creators braved the “masked-up” masses to lay their paws on the “latest and greatest” the firearms world is hoping to have shipped to FFL dealers and sporting goods stores before long. The jury’s still out on whether or not enough gasoline will be available for shipping companies—what with the current state of affairs going on in Eurasia. The world economy, with wars looming and inflation rates here in the states at 40-year highs, is precarious to say the least. One serious dose of irony in the headlines is closely related to our Second Amendment: There are many left-leaning—and quite a few RINO—politicians and media outlets hammering on for weapons…

BOND ARMS 9MM/.380 ACP STINGER Known for producing compact yet powerful personal-protection pistols, Bond Arms releases the Stinger in 9mm and .380 ACP. Weighing in at a mere 12 ounces and measuring 5 inches long, the two-shot derringer gives superior concealability with its slim grips and wasp-waisted narrow profile. Precision-milled from 7075 aluminum billet, the durable frame combined with a black hardcoat anodized finish provides years of service. A stainless steel firing pin block inset in the frame provides strength for the receiver and allows for firing +P rounds. Bond Arms also adds the release lever, cross-bolt safety, hammer and trigger in steel to enhance performance and durability. MSRP is $379. (bondarms.com) DESANTIS HOLSTERS S&W CSX HOLSTERS Made with American pride and American premium hides, DeSantis has led the way…

The SilencerCo Gas Defeating Charging Handle is an innovative solution to a nagging problem. In modest quantities the familiar smell of gunsmoke kindles the senses, conjuring visceral memories of fun, nostalgia and excitement. However, in excess that stuff is simply foul. The ill effects range from inconvenience to emphysema and heavy metals poisoning with everything in between. Of all the sundry crap we dump cash on to trick out our favorite black rifles, the Gas Defeating Charging Handle from SilencerCo really can make a difference. THE FOUNDATION I don’t think anybody could have predicted the trajectory of civilian gun ownership in America since 1994. The Democrats shoved an Assault Weapons Ban down our throats at a time when relatively few folks were really into black rifles. Speaking on behalf of…

If you live in an area that experiences all four seasons, then you likely are familiar with varying your carry rig to the weather. When the cold air rolls in, many CCW holders don’t mind carrying a revolver, as concealing the larger framed handgun is far easier when you don a sweatshirt, heavy winter coat or both. Often, that revolver is chambered in .38 Special, and in most cases, this cartridge provides adequate penetration and stopping power. However, it’s important to remember a would-be threat this time of year will likely also be wearing several, thick layers of clothing generating an issue for this lighter cartridge. Furthermore, if said threat walks on four legs you might as well be carrying a cap gun. The solution for those who prefer a…

The 3rd Gen Tactical produces arguably the finest AR receivers in the world. Cut from billets of 7075-T6 aluminum, their upper receivers, lower receivers and handguards provide the foundation for the kind of rifles wielded by the gunman of distinction. Their design is superlative, and the attention to detail is simply without peer. The patented Riflespeed Gas Control System (GCS) introduces an unprecedented degree of precision into your rifle’s performance. By incorporating a metered valve system into the gas block on your standard AR rifle, the Riflespeed GCS lets you tweak your rifle for particular loads, conditions and applications. With the Riflespeed GCS installed you can adjust your rifle’s performance and recoil characteristics in ways we might previously never have imagined. Combining these two extraordinary products results in a black…

Many have heard the tenants of defensive shooting or have taken a course that discussed the most important principles. These courses usually play out by practicing a set of drills on stationary cardboard or steel targets. Hands down, this approach can help you learn and perfect your movements, but you’ll never paint the complete picture unless those targets start shooting back at you. Naturally, no training can involve participants firing live ammo at each other, so alternate methods needed to be derived. Paintball guns became the staple for this type of training (often referred to as force-onforce). However, their inherent design vaguely resembles a firearm, and they operate quite a bit differently as well. This paved the way for the invention of conversion kits that would enable real guns to…