Marky
Writer for john1911.com. Co-Host of the John1911 Podcast. Video content provider for John1911-TV.
Areas of focus: Defense and National Security, Modern Light Weapons, Small Arms, Weapons Training.
POTD – 27 Feet of Chain
Well…if one is going to shoot the chain hanging targets? It’s incumbent on me to make sure we have enough chain stock on property...
Opinion: The 2020 Colt Python
We’ve all heard the rumors for years. And now it seems they are coming to fruition. Colt Firearms is re-releasing the Python series of...
HK20 Round Mag / Magwell Footprint
Someone asked how far does the Taylor Freelance Base pad extend from the TF magwell? Additionally I have included the footprint of the HK...
Target Camera Video Test
What good is making a precision rifle video if the viewer can’t see the hits as they are happening? I have been aware of...
AR Upgrades: Geissele & BCM
I have decided to try and upgrade my truck-gun AR. So with some input from Officer Mike, I have decided to go with a...
2019 Xmas Gifts
So…people always share, and eventually ask us,”So…what did you get for Christmas?”.
Confession: I love Christmas, but I don’t generally give or receive gifts. However...
My Reloads Suck
I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas? I did as well so no worries. I spent it working. Old habits don’t die.
As as the...
Suppressor Overgases AR-10
We had a shooter visit the the range last week. He was looking to zero this thermal optic for Texas pig.
It is also my...
Truck Gun Wear Update
Just wanted to keep some readers in the know about what to expect from a full-time truck gun in regards to wear, rust, brass...
POTD – Another Colt Python
I keep an eye out for Pythons since we are in the market for a shooter grade example. This one is “better” or well…actually...
I Got Shot Down
It’s been a cold week. And I gambled by going to one of the public gun ranges. It paid off: Nobody was there. Why?...
POTD – Bore Sighting a Rifle
Bore sighting a Blaser has never been so easy. The GRS chassis folds. So just pull the bolt-body off and line everything up.
Sincerely,
Marky
www.John1911.com
“Shooting Guns...
10 Hours On The Range
This was a long day. The first half we hosted some shooters who were putting in their time.
What happens when they are done and...
My Zeiss Compromise
Now I know this headline seems a little like click-bait. But I assure you it’s not. Hear me out.
I have been in the professional...
