Penetration seems to be a product of momentum or mass * velocity. Energy is the mass * velocity * velocity. This may cause some confusion. Kinetic Energy (Ek) Ek = mv2 Momentum (p) p = mv Where: m = mass and v = velocity Measurement of Mass & Velocity Mass is the measure of how…
Spending time on the firing range is something that handgun devotees, shotgun admirers, and rifle enthusiasts take their passion and skills for continued training and marksmanship. As it is proven to be beneficial for mental health along with physical health the shooting range offers something for everyone including military personnel, law enforcement personnel, armed security…
Is it possible to be an active hunter and only have one rifle? Probably not, but let’s look at the issue. First the ‘game’. The CXP classification by game weight and potential aggression is a registered trade mark by Winchester and divides game into four classes. CXP = Controlled eXpansion Performance. Class 1, 2, 3…
Law enforcement and military personnel can better hone their life skills on an ideal shooting range. Even those that compete, hunt, or simply need to blow off steam on the range excel when the shooting range offers them the various advantages. Keeping safe and offering optimal features to allow for advanced techniques is desired. Deciding…
In our eternal search for the ideal defense round we will at one point or another be faced with the decision to go with the +P ammunition (+P=over pressure). There are pros and cons of course. Yes, the velocities go up, but that high pressure ammo pounds the gun. +P Rated Handguns The SAAMI specs…
Shooting is a perishable skill. This means that your ability to place a shot diminishes over time between shooting sessions. Law enforcement agencies qualify annually but train and practice at least once a quarter. These agencies understand that accuracy suffers between training. So typically, they shoot about 50 rounds every three months. A shooting competitor…
Anyone that has had the opportunity to shoot their firearms, whether it is recreational, on the job or at the shooting range, have likely experienced your firearm jamming, as it is fairly common. On the range, a “jam” is broad term frequently used to refer to several different firearms malfunctions people encounter. Poor technique, faulty…
Have you recently inherited grandpa’s old shooter? Or did you remember you had an old gun needing restoration? There are many scenarios where you might find yourself in the position of restoring an old or used firearm. Restoring an old or used firearm can become a great hobby. However, for those who have never restored…
