Category Archives: Front Sight Firearms Training Institute

Brass Over Bolt Malfunction

Posted on 03/20/2012 by

I stumbled across this m4carbine.net thread about the “craziest failure I’ve ever seen”. It discusses a situation in which a round gets wedged between the upper receiver and gas tube of an AR-15. I realized quickly that I’d seen the … Continue reading →

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Petition for “Shall Issue” Concealed Carry in CA

Posted on 01/12/2012 by

Front Sight Firearms Training Institute is starting a campaign to “secure ‘shall issue’ concealed carry for all Californians”. There have been rumors for weeks now that gun rights organizations have been collecting signatures, but this is the first I have … Continue reading →

Posted in CA Guns, CCW, Firearms Industry News, Front Sight, Front Sight Firearms Training Institute, Gun Politics, LTC, Preparedness | 2 Comments

Front Sight Summary

Posted on 05/26/2011 by

Since I spent the time to break down my Front Sight experience into two posts (covering both the 4-day Practical Rifle and 4-day Defensive Handgun courses), I figured I would devote another post strictly to my thoughts and opinions a … Continue reading →

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The Official savethegun Front Sight Report (Part Two)

Posted on 05/25/2011 by

The First Day of Front Sight’s 4-Day Defensive Handgun course started much better than the first day of rifle instruction. I knew what the course entailed, and what to expect- I had no first day anxiety of the unknown. The … Continue reading →

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The Official savethegun Front Sight Report (Part One)

Posted on 05/23/2011 by

I’m happy to report that my time at Front Sight Firearms Training Institute was an absolute blast! I joined as a Diamond Member, entitling me to attend unlimited classes for free. Signing up for both the 4-day Practical Rifle and … Continue reading →

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Front Sight Firearms Training Institute

Posted on 05/05/2011 by

We will be taking a much needed break from blogging to attend Front Sight Firearms Training Institute in early May. The staff will be attending the 4-day Practical Rifle and 4-day Defensive Handgun courses. We will try to update readers … Continue reading →

Posted in AR, Firearm Accessories, Firearms, Firearms Industry News, Front Sight Firearms Training Institute, Glock, Gun Politics, Just For Fun, Mini-14, Reviews, Tactical | 5 Comments