America’s Rapid-Fire Flintlock: The Remarkable Chambers Gun

America’s quest for greater firepower isn’t a new phenomenon. In fact, the desire for increased firepower can be traced to the earliest days of the United States and the repeating flintlock designs of Joseph G. Chambers. Multi-shot weapons were not unheard of in the late 18th century, but the...

By Tom Laemlein •

The Power of Poseidon in Nature’s Backyard

When deep in the heart of nature, people may wonder why an electrical power source is needed. The short answer is that in today’s world, handheld electronic devices can aid the rural enthusiast in numerous ways. Their GPS tracker can keep them on route. Their cellphone can offer amusement durin...

By Michael D'Angona •

Tested: Doubletap 10mm 200-Grain Hardcast Solid

Ammunition used for big game hunting or wilderness defense will have different requirements than what we might use for concealed carry. Even if the firearm in question is put to the former tasks. Where an even mix of expansion and penetration is important for hollow point ammunition, big game req...

By Jim Maybrick •

Ayoob: My Take on the SA-35

The Hi Power, known generically as P-35 because it was introduced in 1935, is a modern classic. Conceived by the incomparable John Moses Browning and finalized into the form we know it by his protégé Dieudonne Saive after Browning’s death, the P-35 was adopted by many nations, and it was manu...

By Massad Ayoob •

Reasons to Beat Feet – When Does Bugging Out Make Sense?

The ideal plan in a crisis or disaster is to be able to shelter in place at home. That’s where most of your stuff is located, and it’s where you’ll likely be the most comfortable. However, there are situations where evacuation, or bugging out as we call in the prepper world, is going to be ...

By Jim Cobb •
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