Tag: Michael Bane

A general purpose rifle deserves a scope that also functions in multiple contexts. This week Michael falls back on his old Swarovski 3.5 -18x, a scope that has seen much use over the years but remains a solid option. Also, the Stoeger STR-9C is coming into its own.

Michael has been working on the concept of a general purpose rifle for a while, because the concept of a general purpose rifle meets a lot of requirements, from hunting to competition to self-defense. The Sig Cross continues to shine, but there are some challengers!

One of the hardest parts of the EDC equation is choosing a holster you can live with every day. There are lots of options, but here are several of Michael’s favorites that solve a number of problems.

We were the first to talk about the shifting “landscape” for self defense. But now, changes, maybe even greater changes, are coming at an increasingly rapid pace. What does that mean to you and your family?

In anticipation of the second generation 5.0E 9mm competition semiauto from Rock Island, we go back to the first of the year to take a look at the first 5.0 and see what makes it so different — and so important!

This is a podcast special from Down Range Radio #584 published on August 21, 2018. Michael Bane talks about the art of de-escalation and the tremendous power of two simple words: “I’m Sorry.”

The 3-inch revolver trend continues apace, and Michael thinks that it just makes sense. Our sponsor Taurus have a great — and reasonably priced — series of 3-inch revolvers, and here’s how you choose.

As the trend toward 3-inch .38/.357 revolvers continues unabated, shooters looking to “get their feet wet” should take a good luck at the selection from Taurus! Also, a wrap-up of the ICORE Worlds.

The self-defense landscape is shifting again, and not in a good way. Michael talks about the lessons that we armed Americans need to take from the Hamas attack on Israel.

Get ready to let the big Cyclops roar…Bond Arms’ single-shot 45-70 derringer is a handful, but it is an absolute hoot to shoot! And Michael says the companion .44 Magnum Cyclops barrel is, after the 45-70, a sweetheart to shoot. Also, after the Boomer, it’s a look at the "middle bear," the Stoeger STR-9C.