Michael Bane
Michael Bane defies stereotypes. He has leveraged a career as a journalist, author, professional adventurer and acknowledged expert on firearms into some of the most innovative — and successful — shooting sports programming in the world.
More Dangerous? Nonsense!
This week we take a look at the proposed ATF regulations on pistol braces and the nonsensical claim that SBR (or SBS or AOW for that matter) are intrinsically or inherently more dangerous than their longer-barreled brethren…or, a pistol of the same caliber! Plus, Steven Hunter’s THE BULLET GARDEN…buy it quick!
Wrapping Up SHOT 2023
In this TRIGGERED Special we finish our tour of SHOT 2023 and point out some additional favorites of ours.
Triggered, previously SGO and Down Range...
Avidity Arms PD10 Arrives…and Worth the Wait!
The first time I ever visited the Pattern Room, the British Ministry of Defence's spectacular reference collection of firearms— one of the best in...
The Rules of Gun Fight!
Sure, there are tons of Gunfight Rules on the Internet, but Michael breaks them all down into four simple statements (with, of course, a little bit of help from his friends)!
The Avidity PD10 Arrives…With a Bang!
The Avidity Arms PD10, the brainchild of veteran trainer and, for many people, professional gadfly Rob Pincus has arrived in the market…yes, guns are now shipping! Does it live up to the hype?
The Avidity PD-10 Delivers!
The Avidity Arms PD-10, long considered to be “vaporware,” has arrived, and Michael takes it to the range…and loves it. “Superb grip!” he says. And it shoots as good as it looks!
The Return of Fixed Power Magnifying Optics!
Not that they ever really went away, but fixed power prismatic optics have been less visible with the rise of low-powered variable scopes. But thanks to ultra light weight and new options, fixed power optics are back, and Michael gives you an inside look! Plus, the Rock Island 10mm Commander at work.
Is the LPVO the Be-All and End-All for Optics?
Good question, and Michael addresses it this week. Depending on the uses you have in mind for your rifle, even an LPVO — low powered variable optic — may be overkill. Also, a rave review for Stephen Hunter’s newest, THE BULLET GARDEN.
Is the 5.7 Renaissance Real?
This week Michael discusses whether the growing 5.7 X 28 renaissance, as represented at SHOT 2023 by S&W’s new M&P 5.7 and new 5.7s from Kel-Tec, is really going to take hold this time. Also, some thoughts about arguing…
Basement Tapes, 2023 SHOT!
At SHOT Show, the real action is always in the basement, and 2023 was no different. Here’s a quick cruise through the room where innovation really takes place. We also caught up with a few old friends!