Author Archives: Taurian

About Taurian

Taurian is a U.S. Army veteran and former LEO and Defensive Tactics Instructor. Taurian also has over fifty years of experience as a Technical Writer and Training Program Developer. After leaving home at the age of ten without any shoes, Taurian continues on with many years devoted to the keeping and bearing of arms.

Belts for IWB Carry

Keeping Everything Up Tight and Out of Sight WHAT KIND OF GUN BELT SHOULD YOU GET? One of the important factors of IWB carry is the belt being used to do so. While I have my favorite type of belt, … Continue reading

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RANGE WORK

SHOOTING SAFELY IN A HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT Every Sunday morning, almost without fail, my close shooting companions and me convene at a local Waffle House to begin what is now known as our weekly B&S session; whereas, B&S simply means “Breakfast … Continue reading

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BERETTA MODEL 92, 9 MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Has It Outlived its Usefulness? The Beretta Model 92 is one of the most iconic of semi-automatic pistols in the world. Production of the Model 92 began in May 1976 and ended in February 1983. Approximately 7,000 units were of … Continue reading

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SAVOY IWB GUN LEATHER FOR 1911-BASED PISTOL

After writing a review of an IWB holster from SAVOY Leather for the Glock G41, I immediately bought a second holster for a full-size 1911-based pistol. This holster, the ‘SAVOY’ was to be a bit different, as I opted for … Continue reading

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Smith and Wesson “E” Series 1911

There are any number of reasons that one might change out their Every Day Carry (EDC). A change to something smaller, lighter, and more compact might be one, or even the reverse may be true. Perhaps the firearm you are … Continue reading

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VERSACARRY “Comfort” Holster

I am always on the lookout for a good IWB holster, especially when an IWB holster is all leather. I can honestly say that I have quite a few holsters for the 1911-based pistol, a model of which is my … Continue reading

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Smith and Wesson Model 686 .357 Magnum Revolver

A Visit with a Friend From the Past There was a time when I was a LEO, a Sheriff’s Deputy, in fact.  When I was first hired, the department that I worked for, a suburb of Atlanta, allowed us to … Continue reading

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Springfield Armory XDm-10 5.25 (XDM952510BHCE)

When I finally arrived at purchasing a pistol that would shoot the 10mm Short (.40 Smith and Wesson), a lot of research ensued. I needed a platform from which to shoot it, and of which I had none.  I had … Continue reading

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Savoy Leather IWB Holster for Glock G41

A Large Honkin’ Holster for a Large Honkin’ Pistol The Glock G41 is a large, honkin’ pistol, As such; it takes a large honkin’ holster to house the beast. I had recently penned an article on the Simply Rugged “Cumberland” … Continue reading

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Windham Weaponry WW R16FTT-9mm PCC

I recently read several article regarding the top PCCs (Pistol Caliber Carbines). The usual beasts were there; H&K, Sig Sauer, CZ, Kel-Tec, Beretta CX4 Storm, CMMG, Ruger, and even the Hi-Point were among those listed. Of those listed above, I … Continue reading

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