by Michael de Bethencourt | Dec 24, 2025 | Blog, Loading strips, Reloading
Centipede Reloader I was excited to receive my test sample of the Centipede loading strip. The idea of having two cylinders-worth of ammo in one bundle with a lower pocket profile than the typical round speed-loader was quite appealing to me. I’ve been playing with...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Dec 15, 2025 | Blog, Range Drills, Shooting Drills, Weekly Training Tips
El Duque –Â A Challenging Drill for the Handgun You really Carry Objective: This drill is designed to give the shooter useful feedback on their marksmanship potential with the handgun utilized for everyday carry. Ammunition Requirement: 9 rounds per run Distance:...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Nov 24, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Introduction: History tells us a great many confrontations unfold in poor light. In view of that, our training should mirror the conditions we might have to perform in out in the unforgiving real world. Clearly, the need to train in low light conditions is critical to...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Nov 18, 2025 | Blog, Mike Boyle, Range Drills, Shooting Drills
Introduction: How fast can you run a snub revolver and still make combat effective hits on multiple threats? Is your reload smooth and efficient? While this is by no means the ultimate test of skill, it should give you some greater insight into your potential and...
by Michael de Bethencourt | Nov 15, 2025 | Blog
Nov 15, 2025 Let’s face it, some guns are just dogs: poor quality, bad functionality, or looks. Whatever makes a dog a dog can change between firearms, but when the world finds out that a gun company built one, then word travels fast. Gun magazines may be loath to...
