Tighter gun law pressed
In memoriam: 9/11
In remembrance of the 9th Anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks and all who died.
NO TO ISLAMOFASCISM!
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Tactical folders: Do you carry?
Ever since Masaad Ayoob popularized the Spyderco Clipit in the mid 90's, it seems that the tactical folding knife has become standard accessory to those who carry guns.What most people do not realize is that there are several city ordinances around the country which prohibit the carrying of "deadly weapons." Depending upon which ordinance you read, the penalty may range from either a fine or imprisonment of a few days to a few weeks. Blade length seems to be the threshold between legal and illegal, a length or about 2in-2.25.in being the acceptable standard. Continue Reading
Is the shotgun an ideal home defense weapon?
Traditionally, we think of the shotgun, as an ideal weapon for home defense. It possesses decisive stopping power at close range, and is easier to shoot due to its scattered shot and longer barrel.But is the shotgun the perfect weapon for home defense?Consider the following home defense real world scenarios:1. HOLDING A CRIMINAL AT GUN POINT - Not every home defense scenario involves shooting an intruder. As per the FBI statistics 14 out of fifteen times when a gun is used by a civilian to prevent crime, it is not fired. Only one out of fifteen instances or armed encounters are shots actually fired. Continue Reading
Another Comelec Gun Ban Coming up
Please be informed that due to the upcoming Synchronized Sagunniang Kabataan and Barangay elections on 25 October 2010, there will be a Comelec Gun Ban this 25 September to 10 November 2010. The official Comelec Announcement can be read here:http://www.comelec.gov.ph/2010%20Barangay_SK/resolutions/res_9019.htmlAs per PNP Circular, all PTCFOR's and PTT's are automatically suspended during this period. However, for further reading and information on the legal effect of the Comelec Gun Ban on illegal possession o firearms, read this: http://progun.ph/content/no-jail-time-violation-comelec-gun-ban Continue Reading
Another Court Sheriff Gunned Down in Cavite: Sheriffs call for right to carry
Another court Sheriff has been gunned down.
Sheriff Hernan Rodelas, 44, who was assigned the Office of the Clerk of Court Cavite City, succumbed to mutiple gunshot wounds as he was ambushed along the Coastal Road, Barangay San Rafael, on 3 September 2010. Police recovered seven empty shells from a .45 cal. pistol at the scene. Police are still conducting investigation to determine motive and track down the killer Continue Reading
Going Postal is now “GOING MENDOZA”
We now have a new term for running amuk in public and shooting people: "GOING MENDOZA".Just as years ago the term "going postal" was coined after a series of disgruntled US postal workers who were dissatisfied with their pay and work benefits, went psycho and showed up at work with guns and started shooting people. Similarly, during the recent Manila hostage incident, Senior Inspector Rolando Mendoza likewise armed himself, took hostage, and started shooting, on account of an administrative case against him which removed him from the service. Continue Reading
Chief PNP Gen. Jesus Verzosa retires early on 14 Sept. 2010 in wake of Manila Hostage Fiasco
Verzosa retires on Sept. Continue Reading
Maryland Police Ground commander explains how rescue was done
The Maryland Police Ground commander explains how they were able to rescue the hostages. Note the DIFFERENCE in decisiveness, tactics, and leadership.
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Gunman Shot and Killed After Hostage Standoff at Discovery Channel Building 
Police block the street in front of the headquarters of the Discovery Channel networks building in Silver Spring, Md., Wednesday Sept. 1, 2010. Police say a gunman has taken at least one person hostage in the building. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) Continue Reading |