Posts by Alan Hughes
Practice to Succeed
Several years back, I had the opportunity to hear LTC (ret.) Dave Grossman speak at the Florida Gang Investigators Association annual meeting. Grossman is not just a retired soldier, but a student of violent behavior and an author of several books on the psychology of killing and violence. LTC Grossman is also one of the…
Read MoreWhy I Choose the SOFTT-W Tourniquet over the CAT
Quick Overview This article explains why the author prefers the SOFTT-W tourniquet over other options. It discusses the tourniquet’s solid construction, reliability, and versatility. The article also highlights the tourniquet’s ease of use and proven effectiveness in emergencies. A few weeks ago, we posted an article about the hazards of buying fake tourniquets from places…
Read MoreProtect Your Mental Health
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.- Proverbs 4:23 If you’ve been around church any length of time, you’ve probably heard that verse in a message. Today, if you’ll permit me, I’d like to put a finer point on it as it pertains to us as protectors. Although I’m…
Read MoreConstitutional Carry: 3 Reasons to Still Get a Florida Concealed Weapons License
Beginning July 1, 2023, Florida will change to a “constitutional carry” state. This means that a Concealed Weapons License will not be required to lawfully carry a firearm or other weapon in Florida. However, there are still some reasons why you may want to still get a Florida concealed weapons license. Let’s take a look…
Read MorePreparing for Hurricane Season
June 1st is the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. As it approaches, residents of the Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard states should take proactive steps to ensure the safety of their families and protect their property. With the potential for devastating storms, it is crucial to be prepared and well-informed. Let’s look at some…
Read MoreBeware of Fake Tourniquets
Quick Overview This article warns readers about the dangers of counterfeit tourniquets and explains how to spot them. It highlights the importance of buying from reputable manufacturers and using only tested and recommended models, emphasizing that fake tourniquets can fail under stress and put lives at risk. Uncontrolled bleeding is one of the most common…
Read MoreFirst Shots: The Canik SFx Rival
It’s no secret that I am a fan of Canik pistols. My first experience with them a few years ago resulted in my purchase of a TP9 SA Mod.2. That gun is now one of the first guns I have new shooters use as a confidence builder. So, when I had the opportunity to put…
Read MoreSituational Awareness for Workplace Safety
What is situational awareness and how does it fit into workplace safety? The American Psychological Association defines situation awareness as: “conscious knowledge of the immediate environment and the events that are occurring in it. Situation awareness involves perception of the elements in the environment, comprehension of what they mean and how they relate to one…
Read MoreThe Truth About the Eotech EFLX
Quick Overview This article reviews the EOTech EFLX, a red dot sight designed for pistols. It highlights the optic’s rugged build, large window, and impressive battery life. The article also covers its easy-to-use controls and the clarity of the glass. Getting Started Recently, I bought a Sig P320 XCompact and had to decide on a…
Read MoreWhen it comes to killers, Don’t Name Them
Don’t name them. It’s really that easy. Each time there is an active shooter event, our media makes the cowards famous. The Don’t Name Them campaign is a coordinated effort by the ALERRT Center at Texas State University, the I Love U Guys Foundation, and the FBI. The focus of the campaign is to shift the media…
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