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Marky

Marky
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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.

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, Markywww.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...

7.5×55 at 520 Yards

So after getting the custom barrel zeroed, I figured a shot at 520 yards with the K31 “try DOPE” was in order. What is, “Try...

XTECH – The 17rd Mag That Ain’t 

First of all let me just start by saying that I am not a gear reviewer. I am a shooter. Most gear reviewers that...

Integra Rock Test

After the Great-Rock-Lock of 2019, just needed to make sure the Gemtech Integra didn’t also pickup a rock during mag changes. All is well. Markyjohn1911.com“Shooting Guns...

Aimpoint 6x Project

After taking a LE carbine course, I determined the need for some magnification on my truck gun. A BCM Keymod upper. Additionally the GEMTECH Integra...
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