Ok, so you grew up watching pro wrestling but still think it’s just a fake soap opera for men? Well, here at SKILLSET, nothing is fake. It’s been a while since we had to whoop some candy asses. But now it’s time to show you “Jabronees” how to do DDT a fool with proper technique. If you can smell what SKILLSET is cooking, give us a “HELL YEAH!.” (Photo by Waysun Johnny)How to DDT a Fool Like a Pro Wrestler.  Do you want to learn how to do drop kicks and karate chops? This isn’t the bleed-on-the-inside article that you are looking for. If you are disciplined enough to make it through ..read more

We talked about the different kinds of guns in a previous installation of Shooting 101, but it should be obvious that any gun needs ammunition in order for it to be able to fire. While there are so many different types of ammo, it can be daunting to a shooting newcomer. So we’ll try to break it down here in as simple a way as possible. In order to do that, we’ll discuss different ammunition types for the three types of firearms we explored—shotguns, rifles and handguns. Understanding Ammunition Types First, however, a brief explanation of how ammunition works is in order, starting with center ..read more

One of the many draws of the shooting sports is the opportunity to enjoy historic products in nearly the same configuration as when they were created. Born in 1872, the .45 Colt cartridge was built to equalize opponents or handle even larger critters on the prairie. Today, reproduction Colt Revolvers are plentiful. And new firearms chambered in the classic .45 Colt cowboy ammo are being released every year. .45 Colt Ammo Shows Its Versatility With that, numerous loadings have hit the scene stretching its usage from simple target shooting to dispatching game. Specifically, game that would be o ..read more

Pistol-to-carbine conversion kits are nothing new. The idea of adding a buttstock to a handgun to give the shooter more points of body contact with the firearm for a steadier hold and enhanced accuracy goes back to the age of blackpowder muzzleloaders. That being said, they’ve always been something of a novelty compromise for circumstances where an actual carbine wasn’t a practical option. Meta Tactical Apex Conversion Kit Today, this niche market is still relevant, and perhaps more important than ever; but, not because of the obvious fun factor of increasing the range and accuracy of your re ..read more

TV shows based on hit video games have been truly “hit or miss,” with more misfires than bullseyes. But we’re arguably in a golden age thanks to such titles as The Witcher, Halo, and of course The Last of Us. A lot depends on the source material, and how it could translate to a compelling episodic TV show. On the surface, the post-apocalyptic Fallout series didn’t seem so suited to such an endeavor. Guns of Fallout The story of a “Vault Dweller” leaving the comforts of underground life and heading out into a devastated wasteland seems a bit light on story, to be honest; at least given last ye ..read more

Let’s set the stage. Every martial art has street-effective moves as well as that “fluffy-would-never-work-in-a-street fight” stuff made for film and demonstrations. Yes, every martial art has fluff. This includes your favorite martial arts style taught at your favorite gym. But when it comes to reality-based self-defense, a term you should become familiar with is combatives. What Are Combatives? Combatives is simply a made-up term for reality-based martial arts. It is basically fighting “systems” that have been plucked out of the fluffy stuff. Likewise, combatives tend to focus on fighting s ..read more

​Every survival course I teach includes some element of knife skills training. This happens early in the course to assess the students’ skillset. Under a watchful eye, I can tell if a student needs more guidance and supervision with sharp cutting tools or if they will be ok working on knife projects with more autonomy. The best way to gauge a student’s knife skills is with a bushcraft try stick.  (Photo by Kevin Estela)Make A Bushcraft Try Stick Most often attributed to the late Mors Kochanski, the try stick is a test of your knife skills on a practice branch. Some of the cuts are meant ..read more

Colt just announced its latest additions to the resurgent Colt Python revolvers line. The Colt Python line added 2.5- and 5-inch stainless steel models, greatly increasing the capability and utility for the classic wheelgun snake. Colt Python Revolvers The line now grows, including six distinctive handguns. Each comes chambered in .357 Magnum, now featuring barrel lengths ranging from 2.5 to 8 inches. The introduction of the 2.5- and 5-inch models add new dimensions to the series, adding greater appeal. The compact 2.5-inch Python, boasting a six-round capacity, is comes built for optimal con ..read more

Known for versatility and overall enjoyable range sessions, pistol caliber carbines run the gamut for hunting, hiking, and home defense. Available in a variety of pistol calibers, PCCs offer increased accuracy while remaining affordable to run. At this year’s SHOT Show, Ruger introduced its LC Carbine 45 variant, chambered in .45 ACP, further expanding the line. I got an early look at it at a Gunsite event, and this is what I found. The Versatile Ruger LC Carbine 45 I’m fortunate to live in the great state of Arizona. Besides being gun friendly the state has an authentic pioneer disposition ..read more

Nothing is more disheartening and frustrating than a rifle out of zero. While being a little off is not a major issue, many times our brand-new rifle/scope combo isn’t even on paper. Fear not my fellow accuracy nerd, I have the magic formula to get you on paper and shooting groups in a hurry–a guide on how to sight in a riflescope. How To Sight In a Riflescope First, we need the correct setup to accomplish our task. To start, we need a shooting sled to stabilize the rifle. If you do not have one, you can use a sandbag or other similar item to rest the rifle on. You will need to stabilize the ..read more