Archive for General Information
Site Updated and Back Online
Posted by: | CommentsAs some of you may have noticed, the site has been undergoing some behind-the-scenes upgrades. Everything is back running 100% again. If you run into any problems, let me know.
Also, anyone needing assistance with their own site should consider the folks over at Dream Driven Designs. They are a US-based company, and really took care of me for a reasonable fee. They’re not an advertiser; they’re just a good company. Give them a shot if you need their services.
Limited Return
Posted by: | CommentsI’ve got some of the site back running again, so expect to see some limited blogging return today. I still have some major upgrades in the near future, but for now, things are running ok.
Site Update
Posted by: | CommentsWe are in the process of repairing some database issues and improving the server situation. News and reviews should be flowing again by the end of the week.
As a side note, it seems some of the previous reviews were lost from the system. If you know of one that was/should have been posted, but is not on the site, let us know so we can make sure it gets restored to the site.
Tech Support Fail
Posted by: | CommentsI am having problems with my server, so I call technical support. It seems their server is down also.
The forecast for fixing today’s technical issues is not looking good.
Ballistic Reload: Woot! for Guns
Posted by: | CommentsI just discovered BallisticReload.com. It is basically Woot! for guns. Never heard of Woot!? Ok, let me explain.
Woot! sells one item at really cheap prices. The item sells for only 24 hours, or until it sells out. Each new day brings a new item, with no guarantee on what the item will be or how many will be in stock. BallisticReload.com has taken the concept to the gun world.
Time for an oil change…
Posted by: | CommentsDuring the next day or so, I will be working on some ‘under-the-hood’ maintenance issues with the site.
I was planning on doing some efficiency-type stuff, but then I ran into a troubling discovery: one of my prior reviews has gone missing. A few months ago it was there, and now it is not. Hmmm…
I’ve been encountering a few errors with my theme, but I didn’t think there was any data loss. Now, I’m concerned that there may be database issues.
So, if you need me, I’ll be in my oil-stained coveralls with my socket set under the hood of the site pretending I know what that knocking sound is.
Don’t Kill Yourself
Posted by: | CommentsI feel the need to review the rules of gun safety with my readers. Not that I think any of you don’t know them. Actually, I think most of you could recite them in your sleep.
I’m more concerned about people who get so comfortable with guns, they no longer respect what they can do. The moment you don’t respect the lethality of a firearm, and fail to follow the rules, you will most assuredly find yourself in a bad way.
Some of you know that I am a full-time cop with an urban agency in Florida. Well, the first call out of the gate yesterday was for a real “gun guy” who failed to follow the rules. The good news is he lived. The bad news is he may not be able to use his left hand…or what’s left of it…after this little gun handling faux pau. A .357 Magnum will do that, you know.
Let me try to explain the damage that one casual disregard of the rules made. I don’t have photos for you, so I can only hope my words are enough to impress upon you to pay attention!
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for the Gun Enthusiast
Posted by: | CommentsFather’s Day is June 20, 2010. Looking for a gift idea for your gun-enthusiast father? Here are a few ideas…
$25 or Less
Para-Cord Survival Bracelet – The survival bracelets enable you to carry several feet of Para-Cord that can be used in an emergency for countless survival applications. Basically, every inch of your wrist diameter equals approximately one foot of Para-Cord. The bracelets use 5/8” curved side release buckles for maximum comfort, convenience and strength. With over 40 different Para-Cord colors and over 1,500 possible color combinations, you are sure to find a color combination to suit your liking. Price? Only $14.95.
The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery by Massad Ayoob - This book is loaded with essential information to help you survive a violent encounter with a hardened criminal. Ayoob is the foremost legal expert on the use of arms for self defense in the US. This book is a great read, and a must have by anyone who carries a gun for protection. This book is $16.49 through Amazon.
LuckyGunner Ammo – Without ammunition, guns are merely display pieces. No dad is ever disappointed with a box or two for his favorite gun. LuckyGunner has plenty of ammo in-stock for less than $25.
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Testing MarsEdit, or WordPress ate my homework…
Posted by: | CommentsOk, I’m testing out a new piece of publishing software for my Mac. It is called MarsEdit. So far, it seems pretty good.
Earlier today, I posted a new article on this site, which was promptly lost by WordPress when I was using the browser interface. WordPress claimed its dog ate it, but I’m not buying.
So, I decided to try something a little different…hence MarsEdit and this test post. We’ll see how it goes.
Goin’ to the Range
Posted by: | CommentsI’ve got a big day of testing planned at the range this morning. On the plate:
- testing of the Taurus 709 Slim pistol
- more testing of the BLACKHAWK! Knoxx stock on a Remington 870 shotgun
- testing of the Tactical Magwell on an AR15
- chrony-time for some defensive loads in a variety of pistols
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