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.
Lucid’s Newest Blue Dot Sight!
This week we take a look at Lucid Optics E7, an enclosed emitter blue dot sight. According to Lucid’s research, blue has a lot going for it in a “red” dot sight. Also, the final decision on which S&W Ultimate Carry snub to keep…take the gun; leave the cannoli?
The NRA Has Its Say!
Michael Bane recently had a chance to interview Doug Hamlin, the new CEO and Vice President of the NRA, asking questions that had been submitted by viewers/listeners. We have decided to run the video of the 40 minute interview unedited.
The 10mm Experiment Continues!
This week we update the ultimate bear defense gun, the Rock Island Armory 10mm Commander length. Also, some more thoughts on the idea of a “GET OFF ME!” gun.
Stoeger Continues the STR’s Expansion
From its initial single offering, the STR-9 9mm pistol, Stoeger has grown the STR line into an impressive and very successful set of pistols. At SHOT and NRA we teased a new STR-9 modified for potential NATO handgun trials, and now it’s time to meet the STR-9 Combat X. Also this week, an exclusive and moving look at why the Second Amendment matters so much.
“Mass Shooting” or “Active Shooter?”
And why it matters! Based on input from top trainer Greg Ellifritz, we take a look at the rise in “mass shootings” and compare them to an active shooter event. How can you defend yourself in these situations? Also, Stoeger’s saga into low cost/high quality pistols continues with the newest of the breed!
Building a “Working Person’s” Custom 1911!
This week Michael shows how to take a good basic 1911, a 9mm Tisas Stingray, and turn it into something special…a custom 1911 you can actually afford! Also, the Rock Island 9mm revolver — a gem, thanks to Dave Fink!
Are Trainers Having a Long, Hot Summer?
Attendance is down for some firearms classes — and, yes, there are exceptions...looking at you, GUNSITE — as the economy continues to batter the middle class. Also, the last word on AIWB, courtesy Dave Spaulding.
Another Perfect Classic…in .44 Russian!
This week we continue looking at some perfect custom guns, in this case a Cimarron 1873 Deluxe Short Rifle converted to the stubby .44 Russian round for Cowboy Action Shooting. Also, an excellent pistol rest that's easy on the wallet, courtesy MTM Case-Gard.
Two Big Court Wins…and a Caveat
The bump stock ban and the pistol brace final rule go down in flames the same week! But remember…courts can be finicky friends. Also, looking at the Tademkross/MaddMac hybrid .22 and the perfect “snake gun,” the Rossi RP63 with DoubleTap Snake Shot.