 When it comes to optics, there’s a new sheriff in town. Established in 2014, Athlon has wasted no time in rising through the ranks to offer affordable, high performing optics to rival those industry giants like Vortex and Bushnell’s. The Midas TSR2 is no exception. This optic has the golden touch when it comes to performance and reliability without emptying your wallet. I mounted the Midas TSR2 to my new Custombilt Firearms AR-15 and spent some time shooting with it both at home and across the country teaching carbine courses. The Midas handled everything I could throw at it, performing flawlessly. And while the TSR2 is not the most expensive optic in the Athlon inventory, it has everything you’re looking for in a quality optic. So here it is, the five things you need to know about the Midas TSR2:
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 Sure, everybody would love a truck gun, but do you need one?
First, let's define our terms. For the purpose of discussion, when we're talking about truck guns, assume we mean a firearm that is too large to comfortably conceal on your person, but small enough that it can be stowed discreetly in your vehicle. So, no vehicle mounts necessary (sorry Ma Duece, you're out). Say, something like an AR-15 or AK-47. Anytime you're thinking about whether you should include a piece of gear into your kit or loadout, I'd recommend asking yourself these two questions: One, is it viable, and two, is it practical? First off,  Do you need $3,000 is FREE gear? (Nod your head "Yes")
Well, we've teamed up with a few of our friends to give you the ultimate prize stash! Welcome to our Spring Into Gear Giveaway! And with over $3,000 worth of gear and prizes, you don't want to miss it! We at Barritus Defense are proud to stand along such giants as Diamondback Firearms, Athlon Optics, AngelFire Ammunition, CaseDealer.com, Froglube, Amend2 Mags, and Natural Choice Company have all teamed up to help fill your home with some of the highest quality (and most useful) gear we could think of - the best of which is a Diamondback DB15 rifle! It's free to enter. Just click here. It's so exciting for us to be partnered with some of the biggest names in the business! And it would be even more exciting if you could win this! So don't miss out! Click here and enter now! We're pulling for ya! Stay sharp,  :
Most people don't consider working in an apparel store a high-risk job. And it's not......until it is. But earlier this week, tragedy struck when 37-year old Eunice Marie Vaquez, was fatally shot inside the Under Armour store in the International Premium Outlets mall where she worked in Orlando, Florida. The suspected gunman, a former employee identified as 46-year old Daniel Everrett, who had been fired earlier in the day, entered the store during business hours and shot Ms. Vaquez, according to police. "Everett allegedly sent an email to some Under Armour employees whom he felt were responsible for his firing, including Vazquez." (Original article here.) According to reports, the suspect fled the scene and is still at large. Our hearts go out to the victim's family and those effected by this tragic attack. As the story develops, it leaves us with a number of questions:  Today, I want to talk to you about how to tactically respond to a mass attack.
Now when I say mass attack, I mean an active shooter event, mass stabbing, IED explosion, or combination thereof. Coming off the Thanksgiving Day weekend, we saw three mass attacks in the West alone. One at the London Bridge, where an alleged jihadist killed two and wounded three others with a knife; another stabbing in the Netherlands, and an active shooter event in New Orleans. As security-minded citizens, we know these threats exist and it's our responsibility to be prepared so we can protect ourselves and others. So where do we start? I'm sure you're familiar with the "Run, Hide, Fight" mantra put out by DHS and other organizations. It's a good start, but like most training out today, it tends to focus on an individual's response. But what if you're with a group when the attack occurs? What if you're with family members or people who aren't trained or as aware as you? How do you manage that? If that's got you wondering, then this post is for you.  In this post we're going to how to choose your EDC (everyday carry) knife. Now, why would you want to carry a knife with you every day, especially if you're already armed with a, with a firearm?
The reason is that the blade or the knife is the perfect backup weapon to the firearm. Why? Because it never malfunctions. It never jams and it never runs out of ammo. So how do we choose our EDC knife?  Do you want to shoot faster, more accurately, but don't have time to get to the range? Here's a drill you can do each day that will help you improve and it only takes a minute to do it!
It's called the Morning Minute and is the special creation of one of Mike Pannone, head of CTT-Solutions, LLC. In case you're unfamiliar with who Mike is, let me give you the Cliffs Notes version of his bio:
The dude is legit. Not only was he the member of an elite military unit, he was the member of three of them! So, what is the Morning Minute? It's a basic....  Law enforcement is under siege. Ambush attacks against the police have tripled since 2014, and are the leading cause of felonious death in the nation. In documented cases, officers have been gunned down while picking their kids up from school, eating in restaurants and during routine patrols. The current mantra of Getting off the X or keeping your head on a swivel isn’t going to cut it. Our officers deserve a system that trains them to move in a way to protect them from attack - as they outmaneuver and neutralize the threat. That system must be simple and easy to understand. Above all, it must be effective. That system is here. The Contact to Counter-Ambush Instructors CourseTM is a 3-day instructor certification program designed to equip officers with the tools and knowledge they need to instruct others in counter-ambush tactics. Through lecture, recent case studies and active training drills, the course covers: Strategy & Concepts
Training Methodology & Drills
 I'm sure you've heard the adage - that no matter how good you are, there's always someone out there who's faster, stronger, and better than you. Do you agree with that?
I've found it to be generally true with one exception. A few years ago....the year 1600, to be exact, there was a samurai roaming the lands of Japan, named Miyamoto Musashi. He had just participated in the epic Battle of Sekigahara, where the warlord, Tokugawa Ieyasu, emerged victorious to claim the title of Shogun, united all the lands of Japan. As a successful leader, the new Shogun firmly established a dynasty that ushered a period of peace in Japan that lasted 250 years. While peace was a boon for the common folk, it presented a unique problem for the warriors of the time. With no more wars or battles, there was no way to attain glory, honor, or prove your worth to your lord. In order to test their skills, certain samurai and sword masters reverted to public duels. The duels were often fought to the death and provided an outlet for warriors to test and validate their skills, obtain honor, social standing. After Musashi, had engaged and wiped out after the local talent, he began roaming the Japanese countryside, seeking swordsmen of renown to challenge for a duel.  On January 7, 2016, Officer Jason Harnett, with the Philadelphia Police Department, came under fire as he sat in his patrol car. According to reports, the attacker, Edward Archer, emptied 13 rounds into Harnett's vehicle, hitting the officer three times.
Initially, Harnett spotted Archer from the corner of his eye, advancing on him with a gun. The attack happened so fast, Harnett had only a split second to react. During the trial, Harnett testified that his first instinct was to take cover. However, due to his size and the equipment mounted inside the vehicle, Harnett had little room to maneuver. As Archer fired into the vehicle, three rounds ripped into Harnett's left arm. Trapped inside his squad car, Harnett had only one option left. He had to mount a counter-attack - and fast! With his left arm hanging lifeless at his side, Harnett managed to open the door slightly with his right hand, kicking it fully open with his left foot. He then scrambled free from the car, drew his gun with his right hand and opened fire as Archer fled the scene. |
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