# pistol (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover pistol. Page: Feed: --- ## [A Tale of Two Techs: A Unique Partnership for Drone Defense Solutions](https://www.recoilweb.com/a-tale-of-two-techs-a-unique-partnership-for-drone-defense-solutions-193182.html) _2026-08-19 · Tom Marshall · Recoil_ The next stage of drone defense is here, but it might not be what you expected. Spotter Global and 9 Mothers has the key. ## [\[NEW\] Springfield Prodigy 3.5″: Compact Crossover Double Stack 1911!](https://www.recoilweb.com/springfield-prodigy-3-5-review-193155.html) _2026-08-18 · David Lane · Recoil_ Shorter slide, same full-size grip with 17+1 (Or 18+1 with new mags!) rounds ready for anything. Let's take a look at the 3.5" Prodigy! ## [Aero Precision: New Owners, Same Great Product](https://www.recoilweb.com/aero-precision-new-owners-same-great-product-193189.html) _2026-08-17 · Recoil Staff · Recoil_ BREAKING NEWS: Aero Precision, Ballistic Advantage, Stag Arms, and VG6 have been officially sold to a new private ownership group, ending White Wolf Capital’s ownership and the troubles that seemed to come with it. RECOIL has confirmed with internal company employees that this is real and not just wishful thinking. From internal sources, the new ownership is a private investor... more ## [\[NEW\] Benelli M2-G1 Tactical Shotgun: New Gas, New Features, More Capacity](https://www.recoilweb.com/benelli-m2-g1-tactical-shotgun-review-193176.html) _2026-08-17 · David Lane · Recoil_ NEW from Benelli comes a freshly redesigned shotgun gas system on the M2 platform. How does it stand up to the other Benelli Tactical shotguns? ## [NFA Lawsuit Victory: First Suppressors Transferred Without Registration Since 1934](https://www.recoilweb.com/nfa-lawsuit-victory-first-suppressors-transferred-without-registration-since-1934-193161.html) _2026-08-13 · Adam Borisenko · Recoil_ A federal court injunction has just gone into effect that could have major implications for the future of the NFA. ## [Thermal Suppressors N3wton: King Of The PRS-Suppressor?](https://www.recoilweb.com/thermal-suppressors-n3wton-king-of-the-prs-suppressor-192444.html) _2026-08-12 · David Lane · Recoil_ Legally a suppressor, gamer PRS gear is always fun to play with. The N3wton gives you the best of both worlds. ## [Battle of Najaf | Pepperbox TV Documentary](https://www.recoilweb.com/battle-of-najaf-pepperbox-tv-documentary-193142.html) _2026-08-11 · Tom Marshall · Recoil_ We sit down with Jack Mandaville, the director of Battle in Najaf: Whatever It Takes. Pepperbox TV's first feature-length documentary! ## [Dry Practice Safety Protocol](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/dry-practice-safety-protocol) _2026-08-11 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ The only thing more unpopular than dry practice is dry practice safety. With a couple dry practice articles in the pipeline, however, I would be remiss if I didn’t cover this. I do a huge volume of dry practice, so the chances of a mishap are pretty big. Every single day I unload my gun, draw it and pull the trigger a bunch, then reload it. One moment of inattention and a round is going through… ## [Win EOTECH’s 7.1-Inch Vudu 4-12×36 FFP Scope](https://www.recoilweb.com/win-eotechs-7-1-inch-vudu-4-12x36-ffp-scope-193137.html) _2026-08-10 · Recoil Staff · Recoil_ RECOIL has teamed up with EOTECH to give one of our readers a Vudu 4-12×36 FFP rifle scope. This is EOTECH’s super-short first focal plane optic, measuring just 7.1 inches long. That makes it a smart fit for short rifle systems, limited rail space, or setups where you want room for a clip-on night vision or thermal device forward of... more ## [The Luger P08: The Legendary Masterpiece](https://www.recoilweb.com/the-luger-p08-the-legendary-masterpiece-166052.html) _2026-08-10 · James Slaughter · Recoil_ Even more recognizable than the 1911, the Luger P08 is, perhaps, the most famous handgun in the world. But what about its history? ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/iQAb23LCte2l) _2026-08-10 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [Threadlocker How-To // The Glue That Binds Us](https://www.recoilweb.com/threadlocker-how-to-the-glue-that-binds-us-165369.html) _2026-08-07 · John Brooks · Recoil_ Threadlocker belongs in any firearms maintenance kit, but that doesn't mean we're using it right. Here's what you need to know. ## [Irons vs Optics: Why Pistol Optics is the Clear Winner](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/11932) _2026-08-04 · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ Well, pistol optics are the clear winner…at least for me. Over the past four years or so I have gradually made the switch to pistol-mounted optics for all my serious handguns. This wasn't exactly a comfortable switch and it has only been “final” for about the last two years. Since I've committed, though, there is no way I would go back. The advantages far outweigh the disadvantages. Today I want… ## [Defensive Shotgun Upgrades & Accessories](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/defensive-shotgun-setup-upgrades-and-accessories) _2026-07-28 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ In the last couple of articles in this series on defensive shotguns I talked about not using birdshot and straw man arguments against the shotgun . In the next article, I talked about choosing the right shotgun for you . That last one actually started out as this one… and I got sidetracked, but we’re finally here. Today I’m going to discuss defensive shotgun setup, once you’ve chosen your shotgun.… ## [Bodyguard 2.0 Upgrades: XS Sights & Citizen Response Beavertail](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/upgrading-the-smith-amp-wesson-bodyguard-20) _2026-07-21 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ With attending the police academy , transitioning into a new job, and getting the book out , I fell out of the habit of weekly posts here. At times over the last 18 months I’ve felt completely task-saturated. Regardless of the reason, this was unfair to my readers. It also had the doubly negative effect that most the things I was excited to write about fell by the wayside. I was recently reminded… ## [Training Elevated: DADBODD Visual Shot Timer](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/training-elevated-dadbodd-visual-shot-timer) _2026-07-14 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ One of the most impactful training class I have ever taken was the first Cognitive Conclave ( full review here ). In this class Erick Gelhaus, John Hearne, and Lee Weems trained students to a higher standard. Rather than just doing scripted drills over and over, they came up with training methods that forced students to think, and shoot well while doing so. Unfortunately, rolling a lot of those… ## [Defensive Shotgun Selection: Which is Right for You?](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/defensive-shotgun-setup) _2026-07-14 · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ This article began as a quick piece on setting up your defensive shotgun. As I got into the part about picking out your shotgun, I realized I had a lot more to say on the topic than I thought, so I decided to break this into two articles. Today we are going to talk about defensive shotgun selection: which make and model is the right one for you? I will try to give you all the ins and outs as I see… ## [Smith & Wesson Revolvers Don’t Have a QC Problem](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/smith-amp-wesson-revolvers-dont-have-a-qc-problem) _2026-07-07 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ If you follow revolvers at all, mentions of quality control (QC) problems with S&W revolvers are unavoidable. In blog posts,YouTube videos, and in social media posts, everyone is griping about Smith’s QC problems. I have a different theory - maybe a different complaint is a better way to put it - about Smith & Wesson revolvers. In my opinion, Smith & Wesson revolvers don’t have a QC problem.… ## [Straw Man Arguments Against the Defensive Shotgun](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/straw-man-arguments-against-the-defensive-shotgun) _2026-06-30 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ I like guns. As such, I like reading articles about guns, watching videos about guns, and listening to podcasts about guns. I especially like shotguns, so I consume quite a bit of content about shotguns. As such, I run across at least some content that is unfavorable to the defensive shotgun. Oftentimes the titles of these articles or videos is along the lines of “shotguns suck for home defense”… ## [Dry Practice Gear: Ready Up Gear Dummy Ammo](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/ready-up-gear-dummy-rounds) _2026-06-23 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ Some readers may know that in 2019 and 2020, I committed to dry practicing 10 minutes a day. I missed a few days each year, but for the most part I dry practiced every day for two years. This year I decided to do it again. I’m almost halfway through the year, and I’ll update you at the end of the year. For now, I’m going to tell you about one of the tools I use to aid my daily dry practice… ## [DON’T DO IT: Birdshot For Defensive Use](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/dont-do-it-birdshot-for-defensive-use) _2026-06-18 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ There are a lot of pearls of “wisdom” in the gun world. People like thinking they know some archaic secret. The more that “secret” goes against the conventional wisdom, the more appeal it seems to have. I thought the issue of using birdshot for defending against human beings was a dead issue. Apparently, it is not. This post will discuss why you should NOT employ birdshot for defensive use. This… ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/F8lDNthUrB96) _2026-06-18 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [AAR: Level 1 Venomous Snake Handling Course](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/aar-level-i-venomous-snake-handling-course) _2026-05-10 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ A couple weekends ago I attended the Level 1 Venomous Snake Handling Course put on by The Rattlesnake Conservancy . This was a little outside my normal lane of training…hell this is one of the more esoteric classes out there for “tactical” guys. My buddy Adam categorized this as one of my “most interesting man in the world” classes. In any case it was a truly fascinating! Let me tell you about it!… ## [OBS Presser In Regard to the ATF’s Changes to 4473](https://www.blazingsword.org/obs-presser-in-regard-to-the-atfs-changes-to-4473/) _2026-05-06 · Chris Olsen · Operation Blazing Sword_ By now you’ve probably all heard about the ATF’s plan to require biological sex on all Form 4473s.Back in November 2025 our founder and president Erin Palette, who is also the National Coordinator for the Pink Pistols, was asked for her thoughts on this very topic by Eve Weston of the Eugene Weekly. That article is ... ## [AAR: NTOA Hostage Rescue Tactics Class](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/aar-ntoa-hostage-rescue-tactics-class) _2026-05-03 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ I recently spent a week at the NTOA Hostage Rescue Tactics class. This after action review gives my thoughts and opinions on the class. My agency paid my tuition, lodging, and other costs to attend this class. Other than receiving a membership subsequent to attending, I have no affiliation with NTOA. This review was not coordinated with NTOA in any way, and I received no financial incentive for a… ## [Buy Once. Cry Once: GoRuck MACV Boots](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/buy-once-cry-once-goruck-macv-boots) _2026-04-17 · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ It’s time for another edition of Buy Once, Cry Once . I got a lot of positive feedback from my last installment about Self Reliance Outfitters’ water bottles . I want to keep this series very tightly focused on only the most rugged gear…but I’m finally back with another one! I make my living on my feet, so I feel qualified to recommend a pair of boots, so this time we are focusing on GoRuck MACV… ## [AAR: Dialed-In Training’s “Intermediate Pistol”](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/aar-dialed-in-trainings-intermediate-pistol) _2026-03-29 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ Last weekend I had the immense good fortune of attending Dialed-In Training’s “Intermediate Pistol.” These classes are rare, and this was one that had been on my wishlist for a long time. I finally got the chance and jumped at it. Despite almost having to cancel at the last minute, it all worked out and I got a ton of good information out of this two-and-a-half day class. Disclaimers : Justin… ## [Mountain Man Medical’s Chest Seal Trainer](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/mountain-man-medicals-chest-seal-trainer) _2026-02-07 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ After my recent appearance on the Concealed Carry Podcast , Jacob Paulsen and I were talking about medical training. He mentioned an interesting new product: the M ountain Man Medical Chest Seal Trainer . It is a non-stick, silicon mat that permits chest-seal use and reuse in a training environment. I had the opportunity to use it with two groups of students, and here’s what I found. Disclaimer :… ## [Winter Storm Preparation](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/winter-storm-preparation) _2026-02-02 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ As I sit here in the immediate aftermath of a winter storm, preparing for winter weather emergencies is on my mind. This is the second one in my area this year. For both I have been on standby with my law enforcement job, and for the last one I was able to come in and work some EMS shifts, as well. This time though, I’ve managed to stay at home, relax, and enjoy myself. Had I not been prepared… ## [Dry January: Observations on a Strong Month](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/dry-january-a-strong-month) _2026-02-01 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ One of my goals for 2026 was to complete “Dry January,” a month with no alcohol. I drink a bit of bourbon and an occasional beer, and this seemed like a good time to reset my relationship with this very powerful and addictive drug. I was 100% successful with Dry January. I didn’t drink a drop of alcohol between January 1st and January 31st. This article contains affiliate links. Using these links… ## [Nighthawk IOS System Review: BEST 1911 Optic Cut](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/nighthawk-ios-best-1911-optic-plate) _2026-01-19 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ I was not an early adopter of pistol-mounted optics. The older I get, the more benefit I see, however. My vision is still pretty good. Still, I find it frustratingly difficult to shoot as well with irons as I did just a few years ago. After working with the Sig P365/EPS Carry at a five-day Tom Givens class , I'm sold. Last year I sent my EDC 1911 back to the Nighthawk mothership to have the… ## [2026 Goals, Training & Otherwise](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/2026-goals-training-amp-otherwise) _2026-01-01 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ Happy New Year, everybody! I always look forward to writing up my yearly training goals. I have a lot of classes I want to take and instructors I want to train with. Each new year is a new opportunity to do that. There are also some non-training things I want to accomplish, like reading more books (always more books!), teaching a few classes, etc. Here’s a look at what I want to get done in 2026.… ## [International money transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g6qOWEF6y8gt) _2026-01-01 · **Sponsored**_ Send money to other countries and manage multi‑currency balances online. ## [2025 - Year In Review](https://www.swiftsilentdeadly.com/blog/2025-year-in-review) _2025-12-26 · justin carroll · Swift | Silent | Deadly_ It is incredibly how quickly time flies the older you get! I can hardly believe it is time to write another one of these. I like putting out some goals at the beginning of the year, and reporting back at the end. That really helps me to hold myself accountable to achieving them. Let’s take a look at my goals for 2025 , and see how I did at living up to them…and what else I got up to. This article… ## [Official Statement on the Charlie Kirk Murder](https://www.blazingsword.org/official-statement-on-the-charlie-kirk-murder/) _2025-09-16 · Erin Palette · Operation Blazing Sword_ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Daytona Beach, FL, 15 September 2025: All deaths are tragic, and all murders are crimes. Who the victim was, what his politics were, or what he was saying at the time of his murder are as irrelevant as what clothes he was wearing. To argue otherwise is to condone crime when politically ... ## [Official Statement on the Annunciation Catholic School and Church Shooting](https://www.blazingsword.org/official-statement-on-the-annunciation-catholic-school-and-church-shooting/) _2025-08-28 · Erin Palette · Operation Blazing Sword_ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Correction, 28 August 2025: An earlier version of this release included the shooter’s name. In keeping with our policy of denying notoriety to mass murderers, we have removed it. The focus must remain on the victims, their families, and the community. Daytona Beach, FL, 27 August 2025: Operation Blazing Sword – Pink ... ## [Petition for Certiorari Filed in Antonyuk v. James](https://www.blazingsword.org/petition-for-certiorari-filed-in-antonyuk-v-james/) _2025-02-22 · Erin Palette · Operation Blazing Sword_ A Case for Second Amendment Rights in Public Spaces Operation Blazing Sword – Pink Pistols is proud to announce the filing of an Amicus Curiae brief in Antonyuk v. James, a petition for certiorari which asks the Supreme Court to examine the Second Circuit’s ruling in the case, which mostly upheld New York’s new “sensitive ...