Firearms Training Articles Archives

Tactical Masturbation: Top 3 Stupid Human Tricks

by Professor Paul Markel | July 8th, 2024 | 4 comments

*Editor’s Note: This piece on Tactical Masturbation was first published in 2017. However, everything that was said still merits consideration, perhaps even more so due the to advent of the “Influencer” and “Instagram Models” “It’s nearly impossible for a...

Is the M&P Shield from Smith & Wesson Accurate Enough for Fighting?

by Professor Paul Markel | May 21st, 2023 | 0 comments

GET OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE Recently, I was discussing the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield pistol in a public forum. Yes, I know that was my first mistake. A gentleman opined that, while the Shield was good for discreet concealed carry, it was not...

Disspelling the Tourniquet Boogeyman [Updated]

by Professor Paul Markel | January 23rd, 2023 | 18 comments

(UPDATED 01/23/23) “Who put this tourniquet on him?” asked the trauma doctor in the Emergency Room. “Brad. It was Brad.” replied the female ranch hand who had driven the patient to the hospital. “Well, you can tell him that he did a good job and that he saved his...

Accur8™ Sights: Everything You Need to Know

by Jarrad Markel | November 20th, 2020 | 2 comments

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Student of the Gun and Night Fision, the Accur8™ Night Sights are here. We at Student of the Gun are excited to share with you the behind the scenes creative process that lead to the Accur8™ Sights. It all started with a simple...

Getting Ready for Rifle Camp: Gear Checklist

by Professor Paul Markel | October 20th, 2020 | 0 comments

Lot of folks attend shooting schools and weekend training events each year. However, only a small percentage of them will go to Rifle Camp. By Rifle Camp, we mean a dedicated precision rifle training course. The gear list for 1-day Concealed Carry class is pretty...

Mantis X10 Elite is a Must Buy For Students of the Gun

by Josh | June 29th, 2020 | 2 comments

One of the hardest aspects of training is improving to the next level in the absence of a certified firearms instructor. The Mantis X10 Elite is a product that has hit the market, and hopes to solve that issue. We’ve had it in house for over a month now, and...