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We are trained for the wrong fight.
We are trained for the wrong fight. But, to be fair, it was impossible for us to predict this fight and is impossible for us to win it under the current situation
An Eye-Witness’s Shocking Account of What’s REALLY Happening During the Seattle Riots
The New Jim Snow Laws: The Crime of Defending Yourself While White
Black Lives Matter Mob Terrorizes Diners in St. Petersburg, Florida – Threaten Drivers
Screaming Antifa-Black Lives Matter Militants Terrorize DC Diners, Turn Over Tables, Throw Chairs (VIDEO)
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Louisville Black Lives Matter ‘Protesters’ Storm Restaurant and Begin Throwing Tables and Chairs on Outdoor Patio
BIDEN VOTERS REPORTEDLY ATTACK HOME OF TRUMP SUPPORTERS IN MINNESOTA
The Left perfects the mob veto.
BREAKING: Black Lives Matter Rioters in Hollywood Chase Down and Attack Driver.. UPDATE… DRIVER DETAINED BY POLICE (SHOCKING VIDEO)
Louisville Black Lives Matter Rioters Smash Windows at Library, Throw Flare Inside (VIDEOS)
Louisville Church Opens Doors as Sanctuary for Rioters, Black Militants Threaten to Beat Up White People and Press If They Don’t Leave (VIDEOS)
Portland Police Confiscate Van Load of Shields, Weapons from Antifa Terrorists for Street Fight Action and to Beat Proud Boys (VIDEO)
TEXAS: Gregg County Commissioner and Three Others Arrested in Connection to Organized Ballot-Harvesting Scheme During 2018 Democrat Primary
Surveillance video shows bags of mail being dumped in California spa’s parking lot
UPDATED: California Man Finds THOUSANDS of Unopened Ballots in Garbage Dumpster — Workers Quickly Try to Cover Them Up — County Says Returned Ballots from 2018?
New York Voting Official Warns Voters May Register for Mail-in Ballots with Dead People's Names
Video shows USPS mail being dumped in a California parking lot. A postal union says USPS employees weren't involved
USPS Fails Mail-In Ballot Test
We mailed 100 letters to test the Postal Service. The verdict: Spotty at best, dismal at worst
Colorado Is The Test Run For Democrats’ Vote-By-Mail Blame Game
Virginia counties see multiple absentee ballots sent to more than 1,000 voters
Princeton Study: Black Lives Matter Responsible For 91% of Riots Over Last 3 Months
Seattle Protester Whacks Police Officer With Metal Baseball Bat in Viral Video
Video Surfaces of ‘Teen Boy’ From DC Officer Involved Shooting Who Brandished Weapon During Police Chase
Warrants issued for arrest of Breonna Taylor’s ex-boyfriend amid leaked new documents
Research group says Sturgis motorcycle rally was COVID superspreader, but mass BLM protests were not
WSJ Editorial Board Torches Flawed Study That Blamed Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for Being 'Super-Spreader' Event
The Sturgis Biker Rally Did Not Cause 266,796 Cases of COVID-19
The Jihad Plot Against New York City You Heard Nothing About
Two LA Sheriff's Deputies Were Taken to the Hospital for Gunshot Wounds. BLM Responds By Rushing the Scene.
Johnson seeks IG probe of wiped Mueller team phones
Smithsonian African American museum removes 'whiteness' chart slammed as racist
My Career as a White Police Officer
The Full List – Here Are The 269 Companies Who Are Supporting BLM & Antifa
Say I Apologize to The Black Queen!' Black Panther Group Filmed Terrorizing Small Businesses in VA
University of Iowa Spends $1 Million Cleaning Up Black Lives Matter Graffiti
Here's a Look at Some of the Thugs Kamala Harris and Biden Staff Helped Bail Out
The Billionaire Backers of the ‘Insurrection’
Bail Fund Promoted By Kamala Harris Helped Man Accused Of Sexually Penetrating A Child
Study: Up To 95 Percent Of 2020 U.S. Riots Are Linked To Black Lives Matter
Exclusive: $1 billion-plus riot damage is most expensive in insurance history
Nolte: BLM Riots Are Officially the Most Costly Manmade Damage to American Property in History
Riots following George Floyd’s death may cost insurance companies up to $2B
BREAKING: DHS leaked email confirms Antifa is an organized group
'He sacrificed his own life to protect innocent civilians': Parents of Kenosha shooting victim speak out
An Eye-Witness’s Shocking Account of What’s REALLY Happening During the Seattle Riots
BLACK LIVES MATTERPrinceton Study: Black Lives Matter Responsible For 91% of Riots Over Last 3 Months
1,500 Businesses Damaged or Destroyed by Leftists in Black Lives Matter Riots in Minneapolis (VIDEO)
NY Times: BLM Protesters In Portland Are Divided Over Aggressive Tactics Such As…Killing Police
Black Lives Matter Removes Anti-Nuclear Family, ‘Cisgender Privilege’ Content From Statement of Beliefs
‘How Dare You Fly the American Flag!’: Protesters Invade Neighborhoods With Terroristic Demands and Threats
Federal Agencies Tapped Protesters’ Phones in Portland
VIDEO: BLM Communists Point Guns at Drivers at Previous Breonna Taylor Street Protest
Down The Memory Hole: Black Lives Matter Deletes “What We Believe” Page
Richmond saw 48 protest-related fires causing $3.9 million-plus in losses during first 18 days of unrest
BLM FIREBOMBED BUSINESS AFTER OWNER STOOD UP TO THEM
BREAKING: Antifa show up for non-existent 'Proud Boys' rally in Philadelphia—attack media instead
Kyle Rittenhouse Fire Extinguisher Provoked Rosenbaum Anger: Witnesses
Texas Police Chief Zip-Ties 647 Protesters – Then Charges Get Dropped And Out Of Nowhere She Resigns
Dallas police chief resigns after criticism of department’s actions against peaceful protesters
Dallas Police Chief resigns after department criticized for stopping violent anarchists in the city
Man Indicted for Firebombing a Women’s Republican Club in California
Man wanted in connection with Ranch2 Fire in California is believed to be 'violent,' police say
It’s Not Global Warming: Oregon Officials Announce Arrest of Two More Alleged Arsonists Including Criminal Transient
Left-Wing Agitator Arrested for Starting Fire in Washington, Suspected of Starting Two Other Wildfires
FIRE BUGS BUSTED Four people arrested for INTENTIONALLY starting blazes on West Coast as wildfires ravage the region
The Sturgis Biker Rally Did Not Cause 266,796 Cases of COVID-19
'Antifa is a real thing': FBI director knocks down Dem's comment during violence hearing
Swept up in the federal response to Portland protests: ‘I didn’t know if I was going to be seen again’
Portland Man Charged With Arson For Lighting Dumpster On Fire During Riot
See white, privileged Antifa-BLM rioters arrested by NYPD
FLASHBACK: Biden Opposed Bin Laden Raid; Bin Laden Thought Biden Would Destroy U.S., Wanted Him To Be POTUS
Christian Whiton: Trump is right to withdraw 9,500 U.S. troops from Germany – he should pull out even more
Victor Davis Hanson: American soldiers leave Germany -- and suddenly Germany is upset
Iran Behind Hack Attacks, Online Disinformation Campaigns to Boost Biden
Weather Underground Terrorist Bill Ayers Suggests the Civil War Has Already Begun
The $88 Trillion World Economy In One Chart
FBI agent: Never was evidence of Russia collusion but Mueller team had 'get Trump' goal
Coronavirus deaths 75% lower in nations using hydroxychloroquine!
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Covid-19: Does Sweden have herd immunity?
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Earth has been getting hotter for the past 10,000 YEARS, contradicting studies that humans started global warming
FBI Agent Who Uncovered Weiner Laptop with Hillary’s Emails says FBI Leadership Told Him to Erase All of His Findings
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Fox News panel reprimands Newt Gingrich for mentioning George Soros in discussion about BLM riots
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Marines’ Rifle Qualification Overhaul May Mean Fewer Expert Badges
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Police Make Second Arrest in Gruesome Killing of 5-Year-Old Cannon Hinnant
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Police search for man who stabbed victim at Miami gas station
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One Month Later: A Look at the Destruction in Kenosha

One Month Later: A Look at the Destruction in Kenosha

Prius drives through Breonna Taylor protesters in Hollywood, Los Angeles

Prius drives through Breonna Taylor protesters in Hollywood, Los Angeles

Watch: Los Angeles BLM ‘Protesters’ Attack Car, Try to Pull Person Out of It

I have a question for BLM. Are you actually convincing anyone with the assaults, illegal detentions (like the one in the video), violence, arson, looting, and vandalism? Is the goal to bring others over to your side, or is it simply terrorism and eventual extortion?

Actually, I'll withdraw the second question. Considering the "Donations" showered upon BLM by major corporations and the catch and release programs by local DA's across the country, it seems like I already have an answer.

Quick Tip: Tritium, Fiber Optic, and White Dot sights

Quick Tip: Tritium, Fiber Optic, and White Dot sights

That was a very good video. Quick, concise and it gets the job done.

There's a couple of things that I'd like to add. Night sights don't last forever. After a certain number of years they'll begin to dim. That's worth considering when negotiating the price of a used gun purchase. 

Also, fiber optic sights can be a little more fragile than the usual blacked out sights. They aren't egg shell fragile, but I don't believe that they're as sturdy as the standard (metal) sights. Of course replacing broken fiber optic pipes is an easy process. 

I would use a holster that totally enclosed the front sight if I decided to carry a handgun with fiber optic sights. I don't think that a holster that leaves the front sight exposed is appropriate if the front sight is less sturdy than standard sights.

To each his own as always.

Suburban Female Biden Voter

Don’t be an idiot.

The View. It is truly sad that people watch that drivel for political information. I can top it though. I've heard people quote The Huffington Post. Actually, I've heard people proudly quote The Huffington Post as if they just won an argument by putting their source out there for the world to see.

Instant Karma | Democrat Lady Flips Off Trump Supporters; Crashes Into Car - Hilarity Ensues

Instant Karma | Democrat Lady Flips Off Trump Supporters; Crashes Into Car - Hilarity Ensues

This is great. Maybe she'll have a bit more impulse control in the future.

Trump supporters try to obstruct early voters at polling site in Virginia

Trump supporters try to obstruct early voters at polling site in Virginia


https://twitter.com/AnthonyTilghman/status/1307364164004872194
https://twitter.com/AnthonyTilghman/status/1307360544559706113
https://twitter.com/AnthonyTilghman/status/1307355994817736705

  Hmm... unless something was going on that was not taped, this seems like a lot of nothing. I don't see anyone being blocked from the polls. The protest is peaceful, and I certainly don't see any BLM or ANTIFA style violence and terror operations.
  You aren't supposed to campaign at the polls, but other than that... this is a total yawnfest.

Another “sane” reaction to RBG’s death

 

Another “sane” reaction to RBG’s death

Why Democrats are never considered the "Adult" in the room.

This Social Change Prankster Has Been Pranking Protestors

 

This Social Change Prankster Has Been Pranking Protestors

This actually explains quite a bit.

How To Choose a Holster

Daily Defense #17: How To Choose a Holster

This was a pretty good video. For whatever it's worth, this is my experience with carrying.

I'll start from the bottom to the top in regards to holsters. Remember that most of this is just my personal experience, but some of the information seems to be considered standard across the firearms community.

  As you've no doubt guessed, you'll have to dress around your gun.

 

  They say that almost any gun is better than no gun. Almost any means of carrying your gun is better than leaving it at home. Obviously safe and secure carrying is a must.

  I don't like ankle holsters. I have very little experience with them, and I'm just not a fan. Some of that is due to being somewhat fat in addition to being somewhat arthritic. It's a long reach to my ankle. With that said, it doesn't matter who you are. Drawing from an ankle holster is slow. You generally have to either kneel or bend over at the waist to draw. This doesn't put you in a good position in a close confrontation. I suppose that you could raise your leg up in order to draw, but that puts you on one leg. 

  I suppose that it might be decent (although still slow) proposition for someone in a seated position.

  Ankle carry is no doubt better than leaving your gun at home, and it may be the best solution depending upon your attire. It remains pretty far down the list for me though.

  Thigh holsters aren't my thing either. They seem to be used mostly by goofy bastards, or those that are carrying enough gear on their belt or vest that there is no room for a holster. Drop leg holsters make sense in that regard. I think that they would be suitable for those stuck in a vehicle for long periods. No doubt the draw would be faster than with most forms of waist carry for those in an automobile. 

  IWB (Inside Waistband) holsters keep your weapon closer to the body, and generally make them more concealable that OWB. The holster will be situated somewhere behind the hipbone on your strong side. IWB carry works really well for most of us.

  OWB (Outside Waistband) carry is usually more comfortable and faster than IWB in my opinion. Concealment isn't quite as good. 

  Unless you're open carrying with some form of duty holster, you'll position the holster somewhere behind the hip bone on your strong side. 4 O'clock or so is the norm. I prefer OBW carry in the winter when I can wear a light jacket over the holster. 

  Cross Draw holsters aren't seen a lot anymore. I think that they're pretty good for those that are seated a lot such as Uber drivers. The gun is very accessible. One complaint is that the gun is TOO accessible to an assailant during a struggle. 

  Appendix Carry is the new hotness. All of the cool kids are doing it. Drawing is very fast, but I really don't like having my gun pointed at my femoral artery or package. To each his own. 

  Pocket Carry is also slow as Hell. I use pocket carry quite a bit with a Ruger LCP II. There's a few things to consider. Use a pocket holster that is specifically made for your model of firearm. This will help ensure that the weapon remains IN the holster while it's in your pocket. It will also help keep the weapon oriented in the proper direction instead of having the gun swim around in your pocket. A good pocket holster will ensure that the trigger guard is always covered, the weapon is pointed in the right direction while inside the pocket, and the outline of the gun is broken up by the holster.

  Nothing else should be in that pocket except for the firearm and the holster. YOU ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WANT ANYTHING TO GET INTO THE TRIGGER GUARD. 

Bear in mind (depending upon your pants) that when you sit down the weapon may lay along your upper thigh, and point at the person across from you. This is a huge deal.

  I have a few shoulder holsters, but don't use them a lot. I think that they're pretty comfortable, and secure. The draw is slow, and the weapon is usually pointed directly at whatever is behind you. It's imperative that the trigger guard be covered at all times. This is true for all holsters, but especially true for pocket carry, appendix carry, and when using shoulder holsters.

  No matter what holster is used, it should remain in place when the handgun is drawn. The holster should cover the trigger guard in order to prevent an accidental discharge, and it should have whatever level of retention is desired. 

  So sayeth the internet, and the decade or so that I have regularly carrying concealed.

Richmond, VA Must Be Rolling In Money

Report: Mayor hired political donor to remove statues

Richmond saw 48 protest-related fires causing $3.9 million-plus in losses during first 18 days of unrest

  Richmond, VA must be rolling in money since they have the cash to fund something as useless as stature removal. Don't get me started on allowing destruction, and vandalism.

  I guess we don't have to worry about the school district not having enough funding any longer, or other financial issues.

ANTIFA tries to enter the suburbs

September 17, 2020

  If the Democrats have done anything this year, they've answered the question as to why anyone needs a hi capacity magazine.

3 things you need to know about Black Lives Matter

3 things you need to know about Black Lives Matter

That was an interesting video. Of course, she's preaching to the choir when talking to me. 

This ties in a bit with the video, and deserves a look. 

Nolte: BLM Riots Are Officially the Most Costly Manmade Damage to American Property in History

Exclusive: $1 billion-plus riot damage is most expensive in insurance history

 Nolte: BLM Riots Are Officially the Most Costly Manmade Damage to American Property in History

Meet Joe Biden's Supporters

Meet Joe Biden's Supporters

Boogaloo Movement Aims to Start Another Civil War: Experts

Boogaloo Movement Aims to Start Another Civil War: Experts

I'll admit that I'm not an expert on the Boogaloos. I guess since they aren't responsible for tens of millions (perhaps hundreds?) of dollars in damage across America this summer and countless beatings, I haven't really seen a lot of articles about them. It's amazing to me that this group is considered to be such a threat to our country while two other political groups are terrorizing people nightly. 

I'll say it again. I'm no expert on the Boogaloo Bois, but I don't see them calling for the tearing down of America EVERY SINGLE DAY like a couple of other (media protected) groups.

The Lie of Obama's "Scandal Free" Administration

The Lie of Obama's "Scandal Free" Administration | The Truth in 60 Seconds #11

Try to tell these to a Liberal, and listen to the yells. It never ceases to amaze me that some people believe that screaming over someone else's opinion counts as debating.

Biden touching girls compilation

Biden touching girls compilation

Well, if Biden gets elected this year it is easy to see what his handlers will distract him with as someone else runs the country. 
 

The Candidate of 20 Year Old Girl Opinions 2020

 

The Candidate of 20 Year Old Girl Opinions 2020

Hmm... add a few BLM talking points and this would pretty much be Biden's campaign in 2020.

Everybody at the Riot, is voting for Joe

Everybody at the Riot, is voting for Joe

I think that most of us already knew this without the video.

Downtown Portland a city of plywood after string of destructive protests

Downtown Portland a city of plywood after string of destructive protests

Bear in mind that this video is over two months old. I'm sure that Portland has greatly improved over the last two months (or so) of rioting, and arson.

STAY CLASSY BLM

"Two LA Sheriff's Deputies Were Taken to the Hospital for Gunshot Wounds. BLM Responds By Rushing the Scene."

The Corona Virus Doesn't Spread in Gatherings

The Corona Virus Doesn't Spread in Gatherings I Support

This video could have been taken directly from CNN or MSNBC clips over the last couple of months.

I covered ANTIFA as a TV reporter, here's what news often leaves out

 

I covered ANTIFA as a TV reporter, here's what news often leaves out

This was very interesting. I enjoyed listening to someone that has actually reported on ANTIFA face to face instead of some talking head on CNN that's more interested in covering for the group... instead of covering the group.

Wildfires, Climate Change, And Lefties

Left-Wing Agitator Arrested for Starting Fire in Washington, Suspected of Starting Two Other Wildfires

Arson Probe Opened Into Deadly Oregon Wildfire: Police Chief

Woman accused of intentionally starting fires on Highway 101 arrested

It’s Not Global Warming: Oregon Officials Announce Arrest of Two More Alleged Arsonists Including Criminal Transient

NOT CLIMATE CHANGE: Washington Serial Arsonist With Long Record Arrested for Starting Fires While Crews Worked to Fix Fallen Power Lines

Remember

Trump's America

This is me when someone says “Trump’s America,” in regards to the “peaceful protests.”

This is ridiculous. I've run into almost every stereotype that she's portrayed in the last couple of weeks. I guess Libs really are that bad, and that unoriginal in their thinking.

 

AIMING IS USELESS!

3:07 / 5:21 AIMING IS USELESS! 3 Secrets To Great Shooting | Rob Leatham 6x IPSC World Champion!

Good video. Most poor handgun shooters that I see have a lot of problems with anticipating the recoil. Most of them also shoot far too fast too soon into their entry into handgun shooting. 

Dry fire

Dry fire

Dry fire
 

When You Hear ANTIFA (Anti Freakin America) Is In Town

When You Hear ANTIFA (Anti Freakin America) Is In Town

She should do another video in which she gets ready for an ANTIFA rally. She could could do the little hop, and switch over to being dressed all in black while wearing a sumo fat suit. The hair could be dyed in an unattractive color, and a bunch of trashy tats could be shown. Perhaps some fake piercings would complete the picture.

"MORE LEAKED EVIDENCE ABOUT BREONNA TAYLOR'S CASE"

MORE LEAKED EVIDENCE ABOUT BREONNA TAYLOR'S CASE

This was very interesting. I look forward to seeing some of this information in the MSM, but I really have my doubts about CNN or MSNBC covering these new (alleged) revelations.

This article certainly seems to confirm many of the details in the video shown above.

In The News

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The Attempt to Overthrow America
#FightBack
Mass Protests Are Fine Because Of Racism Or Something
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Study Finds Hundreds Of Violent Demonstrations In Just Three Months
Richmond saw 48 protest-related fires causing $3.9 million-plus in losses during first 18 days of unrest
Most First-Time Texas Gun Buyers Are Voting for Biden
Report: New York Investigators Obtain Fraudulent Ballots 97 Percent of Time
Thousands Of Illegal Votes Found?
Judge Rules 50,000 Iowa Absentee Ballot Applications Invalid
Voter Fraud: 1,000 Cases of 'Double-Voting' Found in Georgia
Oh Really? Lefty Atlantic Writer Threatens to 'Re-tell Story' of Meeting Conservative Singer to Smear Him
Megyn Kelly Hammers Kamala Harris for Her Visit to Indicted Sex Offender Jacob Blake
Kavanaugh critic Kamala Harris shows support for Jacob Blake despite sex-assault charge
Obama meets families of Alton Sterling, slain officers in Louisiana tour
Alton Sterling Arrest Record, Criminal History & Rap Sheet [DOCUMENTS]
Antifa 'commander' cried in 'fetal position' after being caught with flamethrower, smoke grenades on way to protest
Cloward-Piven Strategy To Destroy America Resurgent Amid BLM/Antifa-Led Riots
Portland Rioters Smash Into Mayor’s Condo Building, Try To Set It Ablaze
Unconventional Warfare – The Democrat Plan To Oust Trump
How Do We Stage A Coup In The USA? Part II
Biden Plan to Improve the 401(k) Does the Opposite
SCIENCE: Fake News WaPo Reports 90-Something Percent of Black Lives Matter Rioters Were Peaceful – The Other 10% Burned Down Half the Country
‘The United States is in crisis’: Report tracks thousands of summer protests, most nonviolent
Open Fire
Here's What Violent Protesters Should Know About the Death of Daniel Prude
Oh, So Only This Percentage of BLM Protests Are Violent
Eight charged with sexually assaulting unconscious teen after video surfaces
REVEALED: Antifa stored weapons in Seattle occupied park
CNN: Anthony Huber Had Nothing but a Skateboard
"It's Going To Blow"
The “Peaceful Majority” Tactic
5-Year-Old Boy Thrown From Mall of America Balcony Is Walking Again
This Teenager Killed Nazis With Her Sister During WWII
The Ugly History Of Joseph Rosenbaum
Black Lives Matter protesters riot in Manhattan, cause $100,000 damage: NYPD
GM, Ford produce 80,000 ventilators, conclude historic 'arsenal of health' effort
“….A Look At AntiFa’s Field Organization.”
ANTIFA REALITY CHECK
FROM A READER: A LOOK AT ANTIFA’S FIELD ORGANIZATION
50+ Questions No Reporter Dares Ask Joe Biden And His Campaign
Here's How We Know The Atlantic's Hit Piece on Trump Is Pure Fiction
‘Chairman Xi’ seeks only to purge and subjugate. That is his weakness
REVEALED: The Atlantic is owned by a Biden megadonor
Biden Megadonor Owns The Atlantic, Reportedly Communicates Often With Journalist Behind Anonymously-Sourced Trump Bombshell
The Violence Is Not New
Lessons learned
Sweden’s High Covid Death Rates Among the Nordics: “Dry Tinder” and Other Important Factors
Atlantic Editor Concedes Central Claim Of Trump Hit Piece Could Be Wrong
Surveillance video shows bags of mail being dumped in California spa’s parking lot
Fact check: Images claiming to show Donald Trump inappropriately engaging with Ivanka Trump are photoshopped or misleading

"ANTIFA REALITY CHECK"

Give these a look. They're eye openers. If you don't believe that these "Protests" are organized then... you're probably a die hard CNN viewer or out on the streets destroying other people's property.

ANTIFA REALITY CHECK

“….A Look At AntiFa’s Field Organization.”

Intelligence Gathering at Protests, by J.D.

Chicago police release video footage of protests at Columbus statue

New Trump Campaign Ad - Meet Joe Biden's Supporters

New Trump Campaign Ad - Meet Joe Biden's Supporters

Yep, looks about right. Hopefully this will become mainstream. The Republicans have been notoriously bad at social media prior to Trump. Perhaps they'll do better this year. 

This deserves a look, if you liked the video posted above. I'm on the fence about which one that I prefer.

We Are Democrats.

Worst case scenarios’ at Sturgis rally could link event to 266,000 coronavirus cases, study says

Worst case scenarios’ at Sturgis rally could link event to 266,000 coronavirus cases, study says

The Corona Virus is possibly the most clever and insidious illness to plague mankind. When have human beings ever faced a virus so intelligent that it will flee in the face of arson, destruction, graffiti, rioting, or simply a bunch of idiots gathered to yell gibberish at police officers?
However, the same virus is drawn to groups of motorcyclists like a fat kid to an ice cream truck.
Clearly this is proof that the virus was manmade in some Chinese lab. Other than local governments that refuse to properly trace contacts, there is no other explanation for this puzzling phenomena.

NYC’s coronavirus contact tracers told not to ask if individual attended protests

Wanna Get Ahead In America?

Hey, hey, hey... THIS IS LIBRARY!

I don't know. Call me crazy, but it seems like there's one guy in this library that is definitely likely to amount to something after graduation. Hint: It's not the idiots chanting mindless little jingles.

My Earlier Gun Reviews

Some of my earlier gun reviews can be found HERE.

SPRINGFIELD 4.5" XDM vs 5.25" XDM

  

4.5" XDM vs 5.25" XDM

(Bear in mind that this review was originally posted in 2014. This is reposted with a few small updates.)

I've owned this pair of XDMs for a few years now. The 4.5" version was purchased shortly after they were first released, and the 5.25" model was bought about two years ago. The handguns have been shot extensively, and I'm pretty fond of them.

  If you've followed this blog, then you have no doubt seen the earlier reviews of these two pistols. I'm going to pretend that you don't hang on my every written word, and go over a few earlier points about the XDMs. I'll briefly contrast the two models, and tell you what I think works best for me. Hopefully some of the info will be relevant for those deciding between these Springfields.

  Let's look at how the two pistols rate in several different roles.

Home Defense:
  I'd rate both weapons equally. Either one will get the job done, but I might give a slight edge to the Competition model. The sights on the 5.25" are generally easier to see.
  Unless you're living in squalor, or have dust bunnies the size of real rabbits in your home, the milled out slide shouldn't be an issue. Nothing should get into the weapon.
  Some manufacturers are adding magazine safeties to their products, and others are building key locks into their firearms. These are not included on the XDMs, and magazine safeties and built in locks are no substitute for keeping your guns secured and away from children. Common sense trumps locking devices. If you need "Lawyer Locks" on your handguns, then the XDM is not for you.

Duty Gun:
  The 4.5" model wins this easily. You can not always predict the environment in which you'll be working. One day you may be standing a post, while the next may entail trudging through the woods. An enclosed slide is preferable for this role.
  The fiber optic front sight is easily more visible than the standard sight, but it's also more fragile.

Trail Gun:
   Everything that I said above applies to this category.

Competition:
  Unless the weapon needs to be concealed, the 5.25" version wins hands down. This is the role for which the pistol was designed.

SHTF:
  I'm not talking about the Zombie Apocalypse. That's a fun genre for entertainment, but unprofessional in regards to firearms. I cringe whenever I see the zombie guns in magazines, or find them at gun shows. When I see the fugly green coloring and bio hazard symbols, I'm reminded of the saying, "Just because you can do something, doesn't mean that you should."
  We routinely have fires, floods, hurricanes, etc. in this nation. You may find yourself on the road evacuating an area, or hunkered down while riding out a storm. It's rare when looting and crime do not follow devastation. Just ask those that were present in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, or those still suffering from Hurricane Sandy.
  So which weapon would I pick for riots, looting, or a WROL situation? It should be clear that the 4.5" model would be the best choice. The sights are sturdier, and there's less likelihood of getting debris inside your slide. The pistol is slightly smaller, and you may not want to advertise that you're armed.

Concealed Carry:
  I don't like either pistol for this role, but there are many that don't mind a larger handgun for concealed carry. The 5.25" would obviously be the 2nd choice for this category. The size is a problem, and the front sight should be entirely protected by the holster.

  Alright. Enough rambling about roles for the pistols. Let's get down to the similarities, and most importantly... the differences.

  Both firearms use the same frame, and take the same 19 round magazines. There are no differences in the controls.
  The 4.5" and 5.25" Springfields use the same case, and come with a decent Kydex paddle holster and magazine pouch. A magazine loading tool is also included. The loading tool will fit on the rails provided along the side of the mag pouch. That's a thoughtful feature for those that have a hard time loading magazines (and yes, those last few rounds can be hard to load).
  The 4.5" version comes with 2 mags vs the 3 magazines that are included with the 5.25" model. The comp version also has a few extra pipes for the fiber optic front sight.

  I'm not going to spend a lot of time adding the specs. You can find them in my earlier reviews, or view them here.

  Now for the differences.

  Obviously the Competition model has a slightly longer slide. As expected from reading the earlier paragraphs, the Competition version is 5.25" long instead of the standard 4.25". The sight radius is 7.25."

  The first thing that everyone always notices is the large hole milled out of the slide near the front sight. Many initially assume that the weapon is ported. It's not. The lightening cut is intended to reduce slide mass, and allow a larger range of loads to be used. Cutting back on the slide weight helps the Competition XDM to operate with the lighter target loads that some use in matches.

  The 4.5" model is actually slightly heavier (32oz vs 29oz) due to this lightening cut in the slide of the 5.25" version. 

  The standard model comes with decent sights. They are similar to the 3 dot fare that we find on so many duty guns today. I really can't say anything bad about them, but I wouldn't sing their praises either. They're "OK."
  It is worth noting that the rear sight on the standard XDM is beveled, so if you're a fan of racking the slide on your belt or a door frame, it's not going to easily happen. I'm not tacticool enough for that to be a major issue for me.
  BTW, my 4.5" XDM came zeroed from the factory and I've never seen anyone complain about having to adjust the sights on this model. I'm sure that it's happened before, but I wouldn't expect to have to drift the rear.

  The Competition model has a Hi Viz fiber optic front sight, and a black serrated adjustable rear. Mine shot to the left out of the box. I've seen this minor complaint from others online. Perhaps we all use too much trigger finger.
The sights are much easier to pick up on the 5.25", and my groups were (prior to the sight upgrade on the 4.5") usually a little better when shooting this XDM.

  The Competition pistol is slightly lighter overall than the standard version, but it still feels just a little more muzzle heavy. You wouldn't notice it unless you were shooting both guns side by side.
  I can't feel much difference in recoil between the two handguns.

  I love both guns, but it's time for a few minor complaints.

  If I was marketing a firearm as a competition handgun, I'd upgrade the trigger. Both of my XDMs have about the same (5.5 - 7.7 lbs) trigger pull. It's not at all bad, but it is hardly what one would call a competition trigger. I kind of expected more from the 5.25" version in this regard. Trigger kits are available from several sources, and Springfield will also do upgrades ($$$).

  If you buy the 5.25" XDM, then make sure that you love the sights. You'll have a hard time finding a replacement for the rear.
  If you plan on replacing the rear sight with a red dot then you're in luck. I've run across a few mounts for the 5.25" over the last couple of months. Of course that will be a costly change.

  I've said in earlier paragraphs that Springfield supplies a decent holster with both pistols. I still believe that, but I wouldn't pick their paddle holster for competition shooting. I prefer something that allows the gun to ride vertically instead of at an angle. Bear in mind that I get beat in handgun matches like Chris Mathew's dick during an Obama speech. My views on holsters may not mirror your own. When I start winning and getting endorsements, then I'll pretend to be the expert on what works best for everyone.
  While I'm on the topic of holsters, the XDM paddle holster doesn't provide any protection for the fiber optic front sight used on the 5.25" pistol. That's probably not an issue for matches, but I wouldn't want to use it for CCW or in the field.
  Springfield includes extra green and red pipes for the fiber optic sight. Very thoughtful of them.

  Just a few more observations, and then I'm done.

10yds with 5.25" XDM

  The Competition XDM comes with an extra mag. That's about a $35 value. If the price of the two guns are within $70 of each other, then I would pick the 5.25" model for home defense, plinking, and matches. The added mag and superior Hi Viz sights make it worth the money.
  I would consider the Competition XDM kit as being set up for entry level competition shooters (like me).  It's doubtful that professional shooters are going to show up for a match with the stock trigger, and the holster/mag pouch provided.

10yds with 4.5" XDM

  The 4.5" model is a better all around gun, IMO. You can do just about anything with it. I upgraded the sights to TruGlo TFOs last year, and they are a huge improvement. I prefer them to both the standard 3 dot sight and the sights on the 5.25" XDM.
  The vast majority of the TFO reviews that I've found have been positive, but a few people have complained of the tubes cracking or popping out of the mount. I haven't seen that, and I would estimate that about 500 rnds have been put through my XDM since the change. That's not a huge amount, so I'll update this if anything changes. TFOs were also added to my M&P9, and a friend's S&W Shield. No sight issues have been seen with those weapons either. I'll continue to update as the round counts increase. As things currently stand, I recommend the TruGlo TFOs and cannot say enough good things about them.

  Pricing for these pistols is still all over the map in my area, even though the panic buying has died down. I would guess that the standard XDM runs about $100 less than the Competition model.  If I had to buy just one version from Springfield Armory, then I would definitely purchase the 4.5" pistol and add the TruGlo TFOs.  The Competition model is very cool looking (and if you're honest you'll admit that matters somewhat), and gets a lot of looks at the range. I just feel that the 4.5" handgun is a better all around pistol, and the TFOs make a great gun even better.



4.5" on RT, 5.25" on LT
15yds Slow Fire

  Both targets were shot at 15yds. The 5.25" XDM was used on the left, and the 4.25" model was used on the right. The targets posted in this review are from 3 different range trips spread out over several weeks. Some days are better than others. I shot better with the 5.25" Springfield when the 4.25" version had standard sights. I can't really see a lot of difference in my shooting with these two weapons since I purchased the TFOs (if the lighting is decent).

  Not all is perfect in XDM land. I have a confession to make. It's more about me than the handguns. The slides on both XDMs only lock open on an empty magazine about 50% of the time. This is because my thumb is usually sitting on top of the slide lock. I consider this more of a "Me" issue than a gun issue.

  So that's my 2 cents on these pistols. I love them both, but lean towards the 4.5" version since I've upgraded the sights. Either weapon would be a great choice for almost any handgun need, and I find the XDM line accurate, reliable, and a good value.
  I hope to add the 3.8" pistol to the collection soon. If I'm still spending money on XDMs, it should be a good indicator of my trust in these guns.

Past gun and knife reviews are here.

Updated:    It's Sept 2017, and I broke down and sold the 4.5" model last year. I really liked the pistol, but had been shooting it for years. I was looking for something different. There's really nothing bad that I can say about the gun, sometimes it is just time for a change.

Updated:   It is now Sept 2020. I still shoot, and love, the 5.25" XDM. My tastes have changed, and most of my shooting is done with my CCW guns now. That doesn't keep me from bringing out the XDM now and then. 
I'll admit, however, that I'm intrigued by Springfield's new XD-M Elite series. Give it a look. I have to say that I haven't shot it yet. I hope to remedy that at the range very soon.
An improved trigger (especially in 2020 when so many manufacturers have wonderful stock triggers) was greatly needed for the XDM line. The magwell is great for competition shooters, and will no doubt help anyone that uses this gun for home defense (possibly shaky adrenalin fueled hands). The same can be true for duty use if the added size isn't an issue. The extended mag (22+1 or even 20+1) is obviously a plus. 
Once you reach a certain point, it's hard to improve upon slide serrations IMO. They still look good, and if we're honest we'll admit that appearance often plays into a handgun purchase to some extent. 
Anyway, I'd give this version a look if the price is right and you were already looking at the 5.25" XDM. The improved trigger alone makes the pistol worthy of checking out.
With that said, the standard XDM line has aged very well over the years.