Yugoslav M92: The Serbian 7.62x39mm Pseudo-Krink

by Ian McCollum in Forgotten Weapons on 2026-01-14T13:27:27Z

The Yugoslav M92 rifle is most often compared to the Soviet AKS-74U “Krinkov” – it is a compact, folding-stock version of Zastava’s M70 AK, just as the 74U was the compact version of the AK-74 [...]

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Hump Day Memes!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-01-14T12:48:00Z




Rats in a corner come out fighting

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-01-14T12:42:59Z

While I’d really like to see the Clintons, especially Hillary, hauled before Congress, Comer et al had to know it was never going to happen. And since Hillary is the blueprint for what the democratic party has become, they just refused to to it. Which is stereotypical for the scions of that side of the […]

Cold Shooting Ability

by SLG in pistol-training.com on 2026-01-14T12:00:00Z

Here at P-T, we have long touted the benefits and necessity of on demand performance. This was not something discussed much in the training community prior, and is rarely discussed now. Which should come as no surprise, as people like to think of and talk about their best performances, not their normal or worst ones. […]


An article published on rollingout.com claims to "debunk" myths about guns with "real data". All the "real data" used is from advocates who oppose the ownership of guns. If you skip to the end of the article, the source listed for the numbers used in the article is everytownresearch. Everytownresearch is one of the propaganda arms of the anti-Second Amendment organization Everytown for Gun Safety, financed by Michael Bloomberg, a stanch anti-Second Amendment advocate. To use such a source to "debunk" myths is similar to asking the Flat Earth Society to "debunk" myths about gravity.

The pitch starts with the presumption some nebulous entity called "the gun industry" has "spent decades convincing people that danger lurks around every corner" . This is a peculiar and highly dubious statement. Gun makers are shut out of most major media. You do not see ads for guns on major television shows. You don't see ads for guns at the Superbowl. You hardly see any ads showing guns used defensively against crime. Most social networks vigorously ban advertisements of weapons. To claim otherwise is a Marxian fantasy. The old dominant media often parrot anti-Second Amendment myths. Such dominance is fading.

Having grown up in the gun culture in the decades referred to in the article, there is some truth about the danger of crime to families being overemphasized. It isn't by the "gun industry". It is by the old media, movies, television shows, and the emphasis of media on violent crime.  This correspondent recalls many television shows which would have become much shorter if the "victims" were armed.

Yes, the gun culture in the United States has shifted from hunting to personal protection, target shooting, and protection from government tyranny. It is a reasonable shift which goes with the shift from a rural culture to an urban culture.

The society in the USA has become much more affluent and fractured. People are more concerned about safety. The number of firearms in society is not related to the number of homicides and violent crime in society.

 

A significant number of gun owners see guns as an insurance policy, similar to a fire extinguisher in your home. The Rollingout.com writer notes that violent crimes have dropped in recent years. Crime and risk from crime is highly individual and specific. Violent crime rises and falls.  Risk depends on individual circumstances as to whether a firearm is useful or not. Your risk depends a great deal on your circumstances and your neighborhood. As with a fire extinguisher, a firearm for personal protection may never be needed. If it is, the need is often immediate and severe.

The article leans heavily on the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), which does not ask about defensive gun uses. The defensive use of a firearm is only discovered if the defender self-identifies as a victim of a crime. Unsurprisingly, it is an outlier in surveys about how often firearms are used defensively. The author tries to make some point about how most perpetrators of crime are not armed with guns. This is true, but points out exactly why guns are so effective for defense.

The article cherry picks statistics from victimization surveys, and from anti-Second Amendment activists.

Unsurprisingly, the article ignores research which contradicts the narrative that "guns are bad".  There is no mention of minority women in crime ridden urban centers benefiting the most from being able to legally defend themselves with weapons. No mention of gun "buybacks" being associated with small, but statistically significant increases in crime. No mention of homicide rates rising in countries where bans on guns are imposed. No mention of suicide rates persisting when gun bans are put into effect, and other methods are substituted. No mention of a correlation with the legal carry of guns and decreased homicide rates. These effects are debated, but there is debate. To ignore these findings is intellectually dishonest.

This correspondent has read most of the academic literature in the debate about whether ownership of firearms has a positive or negative effect on safety. The largest drivers of suicide and homicide rates are cultural. England had much lower rates of homicide than the United States when the United States had stricter gun control than England did, about 1914. The homicide rate in England rose as they instituted more gun control.  Gun control in England was about political control, not crime.

The ownership of firearms plays a relatively small role in suicide and homicide rates. Firearms are popular because firearms increase personal power. They can play major roles in individual circumstances. A 100 lb woman with a gun is on par with a 250 lb man.  Firearms even out power imbalances created by muscle, mass and age. Firearms are great equalizers for women.

In the United States, the debate about small effects on safety is winding down. It is becoming irrelevant because rights protected by the Second Amendment are being restored. If a person thinks they cannot responsibly handle firearm ownership, the are not required to own a gun. Police officers, who deal with criminal violence on a regular basis, reject this notion.

The Rollingout article ignores the Second Amendment, because the Second Amendment renders their argument superfluous.  There are over 500 million firearms in private hands in the United States. Firearm ownership is popular, and becoming more popular. Firearms are fun, firearms are effective, firearms are often used to protect the innocent.  The repeal of the Second Amendment is a totalitarian wish, which would render the Constitution toothless.

 

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TX: Fort Worth - Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man Attempting Break-in

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-01-14T11:02:00Z

In a news release, Fort Worth police said the suspect told authorities that the man "aggressively" came toward him, so the suspect fired multiple shots, striking the man an unknown number of times.

The man ran from the scene but collapsed nearby at the intersection of Ave. L and Bishop, which is where responding officers found him lying on the sidewalk, police said.

The suspect told officers he called 911 and requested medical help as he remained at the scene to cooperate.

Fort Worth Police said no arrests have been made at this time, and homicide detectives have taken the lead in the investigation.


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Preparedness Notes for Wednesday — January 14, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-14T07:04:33Z

On January 14, 1799. American inventor Eli Whitney received a government contract for 10,000 muskets. While his competitors largely produced guns with hand-fitted parts, Whitney became famous as an innovator with his designs that featured interchangeable parts. — And on January 14, 1873: “Celluloid” was registered as a trademark by its inventor John Wesley Hyatt. — I just heard that cartoonist Scott Adams passed away. Rest in Peace. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 122 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three-Day Course Certificate. …

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The Elenco Two-IC AM Radio Kit – Part 2, by Mike in Alaska

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-14T07:03:04Z

(Continued from Part 1. This concludes the article.) In a previous article I had described a possible need for having some form of radio communications receiver in a TEOTWAWKI situation. It is just good policy to have something you can hide, run on very low voltage, and in the case of this radio, a battery that you can recharge using a solar panel to generate a charge into a battery bank. This radio is an AM receiver set only. However, the chip set can work at much higher shortwave (SW) frequencies and I am researching the possibility of using it …

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SurvivalBlog Readers’ & Editors’ Snippets

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-14T07:02:42Z

Our weekly Snippets column is a collection of short items: responses to posted articles, practical self-sufficiency items, how-tos, lessons learned, tips and tricks, and news items — both from readers and from SurvivalBlog’s editors. Note that we may select some long e-mails for posting as separate letters.  Pictured above is an old stereo view of the frosted beards of some Klondike miners. — Mike in Alaska wrote: “In the time since December 20th, 2025 and this morning we have had consistent temperatures at or below -35 degrees; in addition we have had 23” of snowfall, and our snow will not …

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-14T07:01:47Z

“You know, for most of its life bluegrass has had this stigma of being all straw hats and hay bales and not necessarily the most sophisticated form of music. Yet you can’t help responding to its honesty. It’s music that finds its way deep into your soul because it’s strings vibrating against wood and nothing else.” – Alison Krauss

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Cancer Update and 2026 Class Scheduling

by Greg Ellifritz in Active Response Training on 2026-01-14T04:12:32Z

All the best cancer doctors in the country told me that I would most likely be dead by February 2026 if I didn’t treat my metastatic prostate cancer.     Although there is still a chance I might randomly die in the next two weeks, I’m going to prematurely announce that all the best cancer […]
Greenland could become 51st state under proposed bill Of course, the people living in Greenland do not currently want to be part of the U.S. but it seems to me it should not be that difficult to make a deal … Continue reading

Put not your trust in princes…

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-01-14T02:00:00Z

The following message was posted on Monday, 12 January 2026 at about 0600 Mountain Time. This commentary follows up on yesterday’s. Iran and the people of the nation are in our prayers and we seek ways to encourage them. Rezi … Continue reading

Azerbaijan’s AN-12.7 Heavy Machine Gun

by Lynndon Schooler in The Firearm Blog on 2026-01-14T01:00:00Z

Over the years, Azerbaijan has steadily moved from licensed production toward designing and manufacturing its own weapons systems, blending proven features from established designs with local manufacturing practices. One of the latest developments has been in heavy machine guns. Azerbaijan’s AN-12.7 heavy machine gun represents a notable step in the country’s efforts to develop indigenous small arms capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers. Chambered for the widely used 12.7x108mm cartridge and produced by enterprises under the Ministry of Defence Industry, the AN-12.7 draws on two familiar heavy-machine-gun families, the Soviet DShK lineage and the Chinese W-85, while incorporating modern refinements intended to meet contemporary battlefield requirements. I examined the weapon at IDEX-2025 in Abu Dhabi, where it was on display.
Today’s Photo of the Day highlights two new variants of SIG Sauer’s recently launched P211 platform: the P211‑GTO Equinox and the P211‑GTO Combat. Both models come from SIG Custom Works  and represent tuned, performance‑driven editions of the modular double‑stack pistol introduced earlier this year.

Small Business Spotlight: NDZ Performance

by Hrachya H in The Firearm Blog on 2026-01-14T00:00:00Z

Welcome back to TFB’s Small Business Spotlight ! In this weekly column, we take a look at small firearm-related businesses. Today’s company is NDZ Performance, an online retailer and firearms accessories manufacturer from Cheshire, Connecticut.

You Cannot Stop the Signal

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-13T21:45:35Z

1/13/26 Guardian reports on how the ayatollahs are trying to isolate Iranians from the Internet. While these techniques are pretty effective for blocking Netflix and other objectionable streaming services, a fsir amount of traffic gets through anyway because of the packetized nature of TCP/IP.  It also helps that the constellations of Starlink satellites provide multiple hard to blocks transceivers. Eventually, enough packets will survive the jamming to get news in and out.  It may take a while.  It appears that somewhere between 50,000 and 100,000 Starlink terminals have been smuggled into Iran.

If it looks like the Fascist Party is going to win in 2028 by hook or very likely by crook, Starlink might be the only way to break their desire to shut down "disinformation" sources.

Thinking Outside the (Existing) Cube

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-13T21:20:12Z

I asked ChatGPT for a reasonably priced source for 2.5" x 2.5" x 2" CFC.  This size is expensive.   It made an interesting suggestion: epoxy together 1/4" sheets, clamp and let them set. Of course 1/4" sheets are usually 6" x 6" so you would need to use the rest of that 6" x 6" x 2" sandwich to make this economically sensible.  If there was a source for 3" x 3" or larger scraps, you could cut them to LCM, and make sandwiches. 

This would be not be a strong a solid piece but for most applications it would be pretty darn strong and stiff.

Gone Fishing

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T20:29:49Z

I expect to resume operations on the 26th. Please hold off on emails, news tips, and comments, which i may or may not be able to approve unless I learn how to do it on my phone, and I really hope to be spending my time differently. I have an AmmoLand article on an Idaho … Continue reading "Gone Fishing"

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Justification

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-01-13T20:00:00Z

 I see that the news is awash with the tragic tale of a gal in Minnesota who was recently killed in an altercation with federal ICE officers in Minneapolis.

It's tragic.  The death of anyone is tragic.

In 37 years behind the badge, I was regularly trained on Use of Force during my yearly training.  It has become stenciled on my brain.  Louisiana law mirrors the law in much of the country.  Let's take a look at the law, shall we?  Louisiana Revised Statute 14:20 says in part:

A.  A homicide is justifiable:

(1)  When committed in self-defense by one who reasonably believes that he is in imminent danger of losing his life or receiving great bodily harm and that the killing is necessary to save himself from that danger.

There is nothing there that talks about the intent of the deceased. We cannot know what she was thinking, nor the state of her mind at the time of the incident.  All that is necessary is the perception of the officer that he was in danger of great bodily harm or death. 

Her death is tragic, no doubt. We will never know what might have happened if the officer did not use deadly force.  It is a question we need not ask. You might note that in Louisiana, at least, there is no difference in the law between a sworn officer and a common citizen.  The justification is there for anyone to use.

I'm just saying.

A Sad Day: Scott Adams Passed

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-13T19:54:00Z

The KRISS Vector platform is no stranger to special editions, caliber options, or configuration updates, but for shooters who appreciate factory-applied aesthetics paired with the latest generation hardware, KRISS USA has something new on the table. The company has announced the release of the KRISS Vector Gen 3 Two-Tone variant, available exclusively through Lipsey’s. I have to admit, I think it looks quite good.

Nexus Firearms Kuna Lower: Kuna Matata Means More Features

by David Lane in Recoil on 2026-01-13T18:35:39Z

Upgrading the Springfield Armory Kuna with a new lower from Nexus Firearms! Better trigger, better magazines!
As suppressor use continues to shape both rifle design and ammunition development, Federal Ammunition is expanding its centerfire rifle offerings for 2026 with a mix of new product lines and additional loadings across established platforms. The updates reflect a growing demand for suppressor-optimized performance as well as continued interest in long-range hunting and AR-based cartridges.

Delrin is Too Flexible

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-13T17:12:35Z

While Delrin has lovely tensile strength and machines really nicely its Young's modulus is about 1/20th of aluminum.   My attempts to trim the exterior diameter of that lens cell will not work.  Holding it tight enough to turn on the lathe stretches it enough that, I think, it works loose from the jaws of the chuck and goes flying.  When I tried to trim it by putting it on a chuck on the rotating table, i had a similar problem even with very light cutting depths and speeds.

I think the solution is either use aluminum tubing as quickly as quickly starting point or CFC. Starting from aluminum tube should turn okay.  I will trim exterior first, then interior 

Round CFC tube this size seems scarce.  Another strategy, which might work with Delrin is to start with a 1" thick piece of Delrin in the mill, and cut the ID first and then the OD.  The exterior structure means no need to hold it in a chuck.

I ordered a foot of 2.5" OD 2.0" ID aluminum tube.  I can cut an inch and turn down the OD to 60mm and bore a 52mm hole .8" deep for the lens.
In the world of concealed carry, we always talk about the fastest and newest methods of carrying a concealed handgun. For some, it's an appendix carry style up front, while others prefer the latest and greatest Inside The Waistband Kydex holsters. For some, shoulder holsters  are a great option for a number of reasons.

Count Your Lucky Stars

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T17:09:32Z

Snoop Dogg proves he’s still in Hollywood’s good graces despite Trump controversy – Rapper received applause and cheers from the star-studded crowd while presenting best podcast award at Beverly Hilton ceremony [More] So, I guess the guy’s Teflon on his luring underage girls deal… Understandable.

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New Vortex AMG 1-10×24 FFP High-End LPVO

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-01-13T17:00:00Z

Vortex has announced the launch of the AMG 1-10x24 FFP riflescope, expanding its top-tier AMG lineup with a low-power variable optic designed for modern duty and tactical carbines. Built to meet demanding operational standards, the AMG 1-10x24 combines a wide magnification range with a compact footprint intended for short-barreled rifles and systems that require extensive rail-mounted accessories. The MSRP of $6,399.99 is not as compact.

Slow Going Ahead

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T16:54:14Z

I’ll be out of office for the next two weeks and will post a “Gone Fishing” notice at the end of the work day. I’ll try to get to more news tips today if they’re sent in soon, otherwise, please don’t exert yourselves.

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I Guess My Money’s Not Good Enough…

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T16:40:17Z

I’ll be curious to see if Go Fund Me allows this to remain— if not, there’s no risk to donors and I’m sure other ways will be tried. [More] Looks like my curiosity’s been satisfied: At least I got the “No Risk” part right: Per Henry’s comment, I’ve suggested GiveSendGo to DeStefano’s friends. UPDATE via … Continue reading "I Guess My Money’s Not Good Enough…"

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With ‘Republicans’ Like These…

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T16:30:18Z

Trump endorses Bruce Blakeman in New York governor’s race after Rep. Stefanik’s exit [More] I somehow missed the whole drama, including her leaving after he sat on his hands. So who is this “Republican conservative” with the Don’s seal of approval? When it comes to gun control, he’s pretty much in lock step with Hochul … Continue reading "With ‘Republicans’ Like These…"

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Making Lemonade Out of Lemons

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T16:07:36Z

Just before Christmas, the even more radical California State Bar imperiously advised the state’s 200,000 lawyers “Read it, declare it, mean it.” That ominous warning introduced the California Supreme Court’s Orwellian Rule 9.7 which requires every lawyer to attest that: “As an officer of the court, I will strive to conduct myself at all times … Continue reading "Making Lemonade Out of Lemons"

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Back in September, FN invited a handful of media folks out to South Carolina for an early look at what they've been working on. Among the lineup was something I didn't expect: a pistol aimed squarely at the operator, average Joe, and newbie alike. The FN 309 MRD  is FN's attempt to crack into the consumer 9mm market with a gun that's supposed to be easy to shoot, easy to use, and easy to own. After putting around 300 rounds through it at Sawmill Training Complex in Laurens, I walked away thinking they might actually pull it off.

Alphabet Soup

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T15:44:00Z

John Petrolino profiles the major gun groups for Concealed Carry Magazine. [More]

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Being Evil

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T15:37:20Z

Google Tells 13-Year-Olds How They Can Disable Parental Controls [More] But they impose controls themselves if guns are involved. [Via Michael G]

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The Shapeshifter Menace

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T15:16:26Z

As Republicans for the first time outnumber Democrats in North Carolina and as we flirt with the supermajority needed to override anti-gun Governor Josh Stein’s inevitable vetoes, leftists have a new tactic: They are registering as Republicans… If successful, how do you think they will vote on gun bills? [More] Better than dopey old Vichycons, … Continue reading "The Shapeshifter Menace"

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Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One Before

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T15:04:05Z

1 in custody, 1 injured, after shooting on campus of Mott Community College [More] Doesn’t anybody read the rules anymore? Acts Of Prohibited Conduct Include, But Not Limited To … possession or storage of any weapon … on college premises or at college sponsored activities either on or off campus. So, what’s an attackee to … Continue reading "Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One Before"

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Busting the MythBuster

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-13T15:02:32Z

An article published on rollingout.com claims to “debunk” myths about guns with “real data”. All the “real data” used is from advocates who oppose the ownership of guns. [More] Meet the “MythBuster.“ Is this anything like the 419 Scam…?

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CNN Leaves Out An Important Element of the Iran Crisis

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-13T14:03:23Z

1/12/26 CNN article focuses on economic motivations for the revolution in Iran while predictably giving almost no attention to the widespread opposition to the heavy hand of the theocratic.  Other news sources are discussing feminist rejections of the morality police.  These include very public rejection of the hijab requirements and women lighting cigarettes with burning pictures of the Supreme Ayatollah: combining two different strikes in one act.

Why this seeming indifference to the religious dimension?  The same progressives that reject all Christian values in the West as theocracy have an actual theocracy abusing women and gays and cannot seem to talk about it.  Progressives have largely accepted the legitimacy of Islamic theocracy, I think, because it is an enemy of Christianity and the West. Progressives regard these as the real enemy; Islamic theocracy is an acceptable path to destroying that enemy. Of course, the Islamic socialist alliance in their fantasy, will end up becoming a secular movement. 
Quote of the Day I’ve come to realize the left doesn’t actually oppose crime or violence on principle. They only oppose it when it hurts their own agenda or allies. Otherwise, they actually cheer it on when it’s inflicted upon … Continue reading
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Florida Bear Hunt Harvests Paltry 52 Bears

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-01-13T13:38:00Z

Bear approaches door of home. Image from Winter Springs, Florida, Police Department
 

he Florida 2025 black bear hunt has been a flop as an attempt to manage the bear population in Florida. It may have been successful as a trial run on how to manage a bear hunt. Only 52 bears were harvested. To keep a stable population, at least 600 bears should have been harvested, probably 1500. About 15 % of a black bear population needs to be harvested to keep a stable population.   From myfwc.com:

There were 52 bears harvested during the 2025 bear hunt, which is a hunter success rate very close to other states with similar hunt parameters. All harvested bears were physically checked by FWC staff and bear response contractors, providing valuable data that will influence future management strategies. Analysis of the data collected is underway, and a full harvest report will be released in the coming months.

In 2024, 295 Florida bears were killed in vehicular accidents. One thing missing from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) press release is an estimate of the population of bears in Florida. This important number is essential when managing a wildlife population. The last official estimate is from 2014-2015, over a decade ago. An estimate was supposed to be done in 2025. The FWC now says a population estimate may be done by 2029. In 2014-2015, the estimate put the Florida bear population at 4,350 bears. In the 2019 Florida Black Bear Management Plan, the best estimate showed an expected bear population in 2026-2027 of 11,088. This is very close to the estimate of pre-Columbian bear population of 11,500.  These estimates do not include cubs.

The estimate of 11,088 bears is for the four largest subpopulations of bears in Florida. The three smallest subpopulations in Florida added another 238 bears in 2014-2015. Those populations have probably doubled in the last decade. Other than vehicle accidents, the largest killer of bears in Florida is the adult male bear. Adult male bears kill (and usually eat) about 1/2 of cubs before the cubs become independent. Boar bears almost certainly kill over a thousand bear cubs in Florida every year.

When adult male bears are harvested by human hunters, they kill fewer cubs. More bear cubs have a chance to become adults. To stabilize a bear population, about 10-15% of the adult bears have to be harvested every year. In Michigan, the bear harvest has been about 15% of the bear population for many years. The Michigan bear population continues to grow. Bear harvests in Michigan average over 1,700 per year, from a bear population of 12,000.  We do not know the bear population in Florida, because the FWC has been rather slow in measuring the population. Using the best estimate from the FWC plan published in 2019, there should be over ten thousand bears in Florida. To stabilize the bear population, the harvest should be about 1,500 per year.

Next year, if the FWC decides to stabilize the Florida bear population, they should issue at least 20 times the permit numbers issued in 2025, or about 3,000. If the proportion of success is the same as in 2025, about 900 bears would be harvested. This number is still to low to stabilize the Florida bear population, but it would provide more data to confirm success ratios for bear hunters.

  

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According to Sterling Heights police and county prosecutors, Bradley was attending the house party Saturday night at a residence on 14 Mile Road, west of Ryan Road, when he became involved in an argument with another guest inside the home.

Investigators said the dispute continued outside the home, where Bradley allegedly walked to the end of the driveway and began shooting at the home, striking the three victims.

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Amazing what you find when you choose to look

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-01-13T12:09:14Z

In Macomb County Michigan, the county clerk noticed that a lot of folks being called for jury duty were begging off because they are green card holders (who cannot serve on juries). So he decided to look further and check those folks’ voting records. Mr. Forlini asked his team to cross-check the 239 non-citizens who […]

You keep using that word...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-01-13T11:23:00Z

...I do not think it means what you think it means.


“Globalization of the intifada“? In Jackson, Mississippi?

If you handed that Pittman kid a Zippo and a jerry can and positioned him in the center of a quadrangle equidistant from a synagogue, a mosque, a Black church, and a gay bar, he’d be as effectively pinned in place as if there were a force field. He’d starve.

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Meme Dump!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-01-13T11:13:00Z




Lawrence Michael DeStefano faces 521 years behind bars.

Preparedness Notes for Tuesday — January 13, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-13T07:04:05Z

On January 13, 1404, The Act of Multipliers was passed by the English Parliament, forbidding alchemists to use their knowledge to create precious metals. (It was feared that if any alchemist should succeed, it would bring ruin upon the state.) — January 13, 1733: British officer James Oglethorpe and 130 English colonists arrived at Charleston, South Carolina — And January 13, 2023, China reported 60,000 COVID-19-related deaths in just over a month, while another report estimates 900 million people have been infected, 64% of the country’s population. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 122 of …

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The Elenco Two-IC AM Radio Kit – Part 1, by Mike in Alaska

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-13T07:03:14Z

Introductory Note: I purchased this kit for this article and I do not represent the Elenco Company. They have not paid me or provided any materiel for writing this article. This article is a review on the Elenco Model AM-780K AM radio kit. It was designed for students in an electronics lab class, and when I was working on my associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering the college I was attending issued us both the AM radio kit from this company as well as the AM/FM version of it. The knowledge I want to pass on here is that should you …

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SurvivalBlog’s American Redoubt Media of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-13T07:02:34Z

This weekly column features media from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. Recent Redoubt Links Congrats to gun trainers Clint & Heidi Smith, who are opening a new shooting school at the Cody Shooting complex, near Cody, Wyoming. Video: 15 Wyoming Freedoms That Would Be Illegal Almost Everywhere Else. JWR’s Comment:  Interesting… It appears that they sped up the video by 10% or more, to match the short attention spans of some contemporary viewers. Breakthrough: Idaho Lab Produces World’s First Molten …

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-13T07:01:39Z

“The foundation stones for a balanced success are honesty, character, integrity, faith, love and loyalty.” – Zig Ziglar

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We present a guest commentary that includes a guest commentary, and ask readers their thoughts. Are these events for real in Persia? At least one well-respected geopolitical analyst says it is highly unlikely that the Islamic Republic will fall – … Continue reading

What To Look For In A Modern AK-47

by Vladimir Onokoy in The Firearm Blog on 2026-01-13T01:00:00Z

In 1959, two completely different events defined the history of modern small arms. In the US, Fairchild Corporation, the parent company of ArmaLite, licensed the manufacturing of the AR-15 to Colt, essentially starting the proliferation of this rifle.

POTD: Danish Frogmen In Action

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-01-13T00:30:00Z

Photo Of The Day: Frømandskorpset, the Danish Naval Special Warfare Group, continues to represent some of the most capable maritime special operations forces in Europe. Known for their demanding selection process and high operational standards, Frogman operators train for a wide spectrum of missions, from maritime interdiction and underwater reconnaissance to direct action in complex environments.
The Ruger 10/22 is the undisputed champion of the .22 LR firearm world in the United States, and likely the world. With more than six decades on the market, it has faced numerous competitors that have tried, and sometimes managed, to out-spec or out-feature it, but rarely to replace its unique mix of charm, reliability, affordability, and familiarity. In just the last few years, a new wave of so‑called “10/22 killers” has appeared, only to fade into niche roles or carve out small corners of the market based on a single clever feature or gimmick. Today, my goal is to dig into why the Ruger 10/22 simply refuses to die, and to look at the few that have tried, have ultimately failed, to dethrone the undisputed king of rimfire carbines.

Upgrade

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-01-12T20:55:00Z

 When I built this shop back in the winter of 201-2018, one of the things I built of scrap lumber was a temporary table that we could use as a cook prep area and to use as a serving table. Built from scrap 2x4s and plywood, it was never meant to become a permanent fixture, but it is so damned useful that it keeps being used even today.


That old table has served us well, but lately, Belle has discovered warming mats that we can plug in to keep food warm while we entertain, and we wanted to upgrade the table.  I searched around and found a butcher block tabletop that would add a few inches to the table and give me some room to add a power strip underneath the table edge so that she could plug in those mats.

Today, elder son and I installed the new tabletop.

I think that looks a little more finished and gives me room to add the power strips. Belle comes home on Thursday.  Belle approved the upgrade before she left and when she gets back, the project should be compete.

Powder Dippers

by Dave Markowitz in Blog O'Stuff on 2026-01-12T20:13:00Z

I got in the mail today this set of 3D printed dippers from eBay seller "3dReloaded." They fill in some gaps in the Lee powder dipper set. Note that the capacities are 0.20cc to 1.10cc. For whatever reason the maker didn't include the decimal points in his designs. 


A major reason why I got this set is because I think they'll be especially useful with powders that don't meter consistently with small charges, where a difference of 0.1 or 0.2 grains can make a big difference (e.g, Red Dot and Unique).

To start I'll probably measure each dipper with Bullseye, Titegroup, Red Dot, and Unique.

He’s so right

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-01-12T19:30:00Z

He doesn’t go into these women transing their kids or other trends they follow but the root cause is the same.

Winchester 244 in .44-40 WCF

by Dave Markowitz in Blog O'Stuff on 2026-01-12T18:48:00Z

A few years ago when reloading components were hard to come by, one of the powders that was seen relatively frequently on the shelf was Winchester 244, which is just ahead of Alliant Unique on Hodgdon's burn rate chart. When searching for loading data for Win-244 a common theme is that there is not much to be found.

I picked up a pound in 2024 and loaded a box of .38 Special 158 grain LSWCs but didn't do much with it. I mostly use Bullesye, Titegroup, and HP-38 in .38 Special, with some Unique thrown in for variety.

One thing I like about 244 is that like the other ball powders it meters consistently, so I wanted to find a use for it.

Another cartridge I load for is .44-40 WCF, which I shoot in a Cimarron Model P revolver, a Cimarron 1860 Henry rifle, and a Cimarron 1873 Sporting Rifle (all built by Uberti). Loaddata.com has data for Winchester 244 in .44-40, with 200 grain bullets ranging from 6.8 grains to 7.6 grains, and for 223 grain bullets from 6.5 to 7.4 grains, so today I decided to load some up.

Muzzle velocities for these loads range from around 928 FPS to a bit over 1,000 FPS from a 7" Colt Frontier Six Shooter, according to Loaddata.com. That's in the ballpark of what .44-40 will do with full charges of high quality black powder, e.g., Swiss.

I loaded 50 with a 200 grain RNFP from Desperado Cowboy Bullets and 50 with a 215 grain RNFP from Matt's Bullets, both over 7.0 grains of 244, which I dispensed using the No.9 rotor in my RCBS Little Dandy.




Performance of this should be similar to the Skeeter Load of a 250 grain Keith bullet over 7.5 grains of Unique in .44 Special, albeit with lighter bullets.




I'm hoping to try them out next weekend.

NOTE: Make sure you verify the load data before relying upon it, and if you use a Little Dandy do not rely on what my measure throws. Verify that yourself with a scale and your powder measure.

Here’s a horror story for you, with as happy an ending as the horrendous circumstances allowed. In retrospect, I can say it probably would have ended better if the parents had been able to access a gun.  In Massachusetts where it happened, even owning handguns let alone carrying them legally is a hassle, but it […]

‘Disgusting’: Same professional protester allegedly found at nearly 100 different protests – ‘Here’s her saying ban guns, not drag. Amazing. This is her telling us that lies have consequences’ [More] As long as reward exceed disincentives…

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Secure Your Home Network: Watertight Compartments

by Borepatch in Borepatch on 2026-01-12T18:35:00Z

This post is the third in a series on how to make your home network harder to attack.  Here are links to posts one and two

Post two introduces the concept of a Firewall which is a device that lets you connect to the Internet without letting the Internet connect to you.  Firewall technology comes embedded in your Internet provider's device like a Cable TV modem.  A recent article does a comparison on a number of these devices.

If you look at the device it will look a lot like this:


The red colored connection goes out to the Internet, the yellow ones go to your devices (as does the Wifi).  This one has a connection for a landline telephone as well (ask your parents, kids).

Installing the device is really simple - red (labeled "WAN") goes to the outside which is untrusted, and yellow/WiFi go to your own devices which are trusted. 

Except nothing is as simple as that.  Your Internet provider actually owns the firewall device, it's not really yours.  Some providers run their own WiFi network for other subscribers who happen to be passing by - Verizon is notorious for this, and you will often find all sorts of WiFi networks called "VerizonXYZ" or some such.

So who is outside the firewall, and who is inside?  The question may sound pedantic but it's terribly important.  Fortunately there is something you can do about this.  

Ships used to sink all the time but this is pretty rare these days.  One major reason for this is that they are divided into compartments which are watertight - if the ship hits a rock (or, like the Andrea Doria gets rammed by another ship) only one compartment will flood and the ship can likely make it to port. 

USS South Dakota under construction

The network security analog of this idea is to use more than one firewall.  Don't trust your provider's firewall? (and you really shouldn't)  Buy your own and hook it up to your provider's firewall. The red (WAN) port on your firewall gets connected to the internal (yellow) connector on the provider firewall.  Now anyone that the firewall lets in can't get past your firewall.

And it really is your firewall, although you'll have to buy it with cash money.  But your devices connect to your firewall's yellow network connections, or to your firewall's (NOT your provider's firewall) WiFi.

Now you don't have to trust your provider because their device doesn't have access to your internal "watertight compartment".

Linksys, Netgear, and TP-Link are low cost options, running $30 - $70 or so.

The first thing you should do is replace your firewall's operating system with dd-wrt:

DD-WRT is a Linux based alternative OpenSource firmware suitable for a great variety of WLAN routers and embedded systems. The main emphasis lies on providing the easiest possible handling while at the same time supporting a great number of functionalities within the framework of the respective hardware platform used. 

Here's a step by step tutorial on how to install dd-wrt on a Netgear device:

 


[UPDATE: Rick T in the comments says to check the dd-wrt website before buying a device, to make sure that the software supports that particular hardware.] 

Why go to this hassle?  Product longevity.  Consider a $60 Netgear device.  The profit margin on this to Netgear is probably $5.  You can't pay for a lot of enhancements or security bug fixes with that.  DD-wrt is an open source project with a bunch of passionate contributors.  I like my chances on having a viable, supported software five years down the road with them.  Not so much the device manufacturers.

So now you have a device you can trust for the long term.   We're not done yet, because there's all sorts of new tech evil that people want to use - Ring doorbells, Alexa, etc.  That's tomorrow.

Pietta vs. Uberti Single Action Colt Clones

by Dave Markowitz in Blog O'Stuff on 2026-01-12T18:14:00Z

I came across this video from Brian Pearce today, discussing Pietta single action revolvers. He gives some nice technical information along with comparisons to the Colt originals and also the Uberti replicas. I found it interesting that the Pietta is closer dimensionally to the original Colts, while the Ubertis are a hair larger.


I've posted in the past about my two Colt single actions clones, a 4-5/8" .357 Magnum Cimarron Pistolero built by Pietta, and 5-1/2" ".44-40 Cimarron Model P built by Uberti. The Model P is built on a "black powder" style frame. I.e., the cylinder base pin is retained by a screw instead of a spring loaded plunger, which was introduced by Colt around 1895, IIRC. The plunger makes maintenance easier since removal and replacement of the cylinder doesn't require a tool.

Pietta below on the left, with the Uberti on the right. The lighting makes the color of the Pietta's frame look lighter than it actually is in normal light.





In the video, Mr. Pearce notes that the Pietta clones feature a removable cylinder bushing and a "Swiss safety," i.e., a two-position cylinder base pin that can be used to prevent the hammer from falling completely. My Uberti Model P, which has Colt-style lockwork rather than a floating firing pin, has both of these features as well. Actually, the cylinder bushing in my Pietta is stuck, and may even been peened in place so I'm leaving it be. There's no need to remove it except for replacement, at which time I'll apply judicious force.

Between the two, the Uberti has a nicer blueing job but functionally the two guns are equivalent. I can't compare accuracy since I've never benched them. That said, I'm able to hit what I'm aiming at with either gun if I do my part.

Ruger's New Model Blackhawk is certainly a more modern design, safe to carry with all 6 chambers loaded, but a well-made Colt-pattern single action is still a fine sidearm when you keep its limitations in mind.

‘Top Men’

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T18:13:12Z

Fears of a midterm blowout could push President Donald Trump into a “Civil War”-like response, a political expert has warned.[More] What “political expert”? Cute, the way they file partisan propaganda under “News”…

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Antifa Activist: ‘This Is What the Founding Fathers Gave Us the Second Amendment For’ [More] Guess he didn’t read the bit in the Constitution about “calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions.” [Via bondmen] Tangentially-Related UPDATE Liberals Think Antifa Isn’t Real. But It Is—and It Knows How … Continue reading "What, He’s Agreeing with WHITE SLAVE OWNERS?"

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Thumbhole stocks have become increasingly common across hunting and sporting firearms, offering shooters improved ergonomics, consistent grip placement, and better control - particularly when precision (and sometimes comfort) matters. While this kind of stock is not very common on shotguns, TriStar Arms is now leaning into that trend with the introduction of the Upland Hunter Thumbhole Stock. This is a 20-gauge over/under shotgun aimed squarely at turkey hunters and upland shooters looking for stability and balance in a lightweight package.

We’re the Only Ones Real Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T17:52:15Z

Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal — employing hipster slang and evoking a call-and-response chant — on Friday called federal immigration agents “fake, wannabe” law enforcement and claimed their actions violate both “legal law” and “moral law.” [More] Coming from a DEI appointment presiding over a cesspool of corruption and incompetence, that’s rich. That’s the thing about … Continue reading "We’re the Only Ones Real Enough"

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Follow the Money

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T17:47:09Z

Bessent Signals Crackdown On Dark-Money NGO Protests ‘Just Like We Did With The Mafia’ [More] A-yup. Tools of the One Percent ought to be a meme for the next No Brains rally. [Via bondmen]

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Greenland with Envy

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T17:24:31Z

Trump’s Greenland push escalates as GOP lawmaker moves to make it America’s 51st state- Rep Randy Fine, who is introducing the bill on Monday, says he wants the US to acquire Greenland voluntarily [More] We sure giving two senators to 57,000 people raised in an aid-dependent European mindset culture is a good idea? I guess … Continue reading "Greenland with Envy"

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By Dave Workman Everytown for Gun Safety, the Michael Bloomberg-backed gun prohibition lobbying group, is pulling out all the stops in its campaign against H.R. 8, the bill which would make national concealed carry reciprocity a realty. Lately, Everytown has been flooding Facebook with advertising loaded with inflammatory assertions such as, “Our lawmakers should focus […]

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Yankee Hill Machine has a new shotgun suppressor for 2026! The Victra-20 is a 20-gauge suppressor, bringing peace and quiet to a new category of shotguns. Let’s take a look at all the details.

Our Turn

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T16:40:38Z

UPDATE: THIS FUNDRAISER HAS BEEN TERMINATED. Stand With Lawrence DeStefano in His Fight for Justice [More] Here are the details. I never ask readers to do anything I’m not willing to do, and I’m willing to spread the word and to pitch in. It doesn’t have to be a lot. Every little bit helps. Are … Continue reading "Our Turn"

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Catching SARS: The Sarsilmaz SAR9 SOCOM [REVIEW]

by Dave Merrill in Recoil on 2026-01-12T16:22:48Z

Affordable, packed with features, and not bad to look at! The SAR9 SOCOM offers a lot of bang for every buck.

Adventures in Baselessness

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-01-12T16:01:50Z

Oregon only has 4 million people. And like 20 percent of their voter registrations were bad? [More] “Our democracy”… So… when do we see the Kraken? [Via Michael G]

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FALCO Holsters has expanded its concealed carry lineup with the introduction of a new series of pocket holsters designed for everyday carry. The new release includes three models: a leather wallet-style pocket holster, a Kydex pocket holster, and a carbon fiber pocket holster. Each design focuses on minimalist construction, secure retention, and reliable pocket carry, giving users multiple material options to suit different preferences and carry styles. The new pocket holsters are intended for discreet concealed carry with compact handguns while maintaining consistent orientation and a clean draw.

Former DC cop sentenced to decades behind bars for child sex trafficking… Barnhill had previously served seven years in prison for similar crimes involving minors and resumed trafficking after his release… [More] I wonder how many were of Pelosi-endorsed voting age? [Via Steve T]

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Getting Spicy

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-01-12T14:00:00Z

Quote of the Day Now they think the Second Amendment is relevant? Things could get spicy. Prepare appropriately.
Michelle Cerino details staying protected in a "gun free" zone. From self-defense tools to CCW Safe coverage, she gives us the full run down.
Mossberg is rolling out another camo option for the 940 Pro Waterfowl line —Model 85186, this time wearing   Realtree's Legacy pattern  head to toe. Stock, forend, receiver, barrel, the works. If you've been holding out for this specific camo to match your gear, your wait's over.
Today I had a chance to dig through no less than one hundred FR-F2 snipers brought in by Navy Arms. I found a number of interesting and unusual things in the process, including a number [...]

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Memes of a Monday Morning!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-01-12T12:35:00Z




Cult of the Victim

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-01-12T12:23:00Z

What is it with these Right wing snowflakes and all their imaginary persecutions?

The "war on protein" is as much made-up ragebait as are the ones on Christmas or Christians.


You can’t swing a Happy Meal in this country without hitting a burger joint or a barbecue shack or a steakhouse. (And thank heavens for that.)

If there was a war on protein, then protein won a crushing, lopsided, complete victory sometime before I was born. I mean, Dr. Atkins wrote his book while we still had boots on the ground in Vietnam.

And why are they using a photo of RFK, Jr. that makes him look like the bad guy from a low-budget Saw ripoff?

WH Comms Director: "Did you get that picture of Bobby for the socials?"

Photographer: "Sure did, boss. All creepy and sinister just like you asked."

WH Comms Director: "What?"



WI: Kenosha - Officer Shoots Dog Attacking Multiple Individuals

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-01-12T12:03:00Z

The police and fire departments responded to the 6100 block of 18th Avenue at around 9 p.m. and learned about a dog biting a 36-year-old woman.

While family members, officers, and fire personnel were gathered outside the home, the dog escaped and attacked multiple individuals, including members of the Kenosha Fire Department.

A police officer, who has four years of law enforcement experience, discharged his firearm, fatally wounding the animal. The dog was actively and aggressively attacking and biting numerous residents, who were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

 

More Here 



True courage in Iran

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-01-12T11:30:00Z

In this post by Jim Hoft, he points out the bravery of Iranian women. They are showing their hair and are lighting cigarettes off of burning pictures of the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Either act could get them imprisoned, beaten, raped, broken, and executed. This is the brutal reality of life for women under the […]

A Tale of Two Watermelons

by Sheila Stokes in The Zelman Partisans on 2026-01-12T10:16:30Z

As I’m watching Iran go up in flames as protesters risk their lives and that of their family to escape the hell of Islamic rule, you wonder how did a country that looked like this in the 1970s. Become a country that looks like this Iranians are Persian, not Arabic. Their original religion was not … Continue reading A Tale of Two Watermelons
In This Episode Erin and Weer’d discuss: the ATF’s eForms system crashing due to the massive influx of NFA paperwork now that many tax stamps are free; the mass casualty event at a nightclub in Switzerland; the death of the … Continue reading

Preparedness Notes for Monday — January 12, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-12T07:05:22Z

On January 12, 1528, Gustav Vasa, Gustav I of Sweden was crowned King of Sweden. He ruled for 37 years, and became known as the “father of the nation.” His coronation started a succession of 23 monarchs with many of them known as “Gustav/Gustaf”. Their current king, Carl Gustaf Folke Hubertus, was born on April 30, 1946. He ascended the throne on September 15, 1973. Carl XVI Gustaf is the seventh king of the House of Bernadotte. He is the longest-reigning king in Swedish history. — And on January 12, 1913, after using other pseudonyms over the years, Josef Dzhugashvili …

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Tyrant Design TDC 002 Folding Knife, by Thomas Christianson

by Thomas Christianson in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-12T07:04:31Z

The Tyrant Design T.D.C. 002 Folding Knife has a 2.75-inch Tanto blade that is 0.13 inches thick at the broadest part of the spine. It has a black nitride finish and is made of D2 steel. The blade opens smoothly around a ball bearing pivot point using nicely textured thumb studs. It is secured in the open position by a liner lock. Jimping on the spine of the blade gives better control during delicate cuts. The grip of the handles is enhanced by textured EPDM rubber panels with a decorative chevron pattern. Chevrons on the accent spacer on the back …

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Recipe of the Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-12T07:03:20Z

The following recipe for Rich Amish Cornbread is from SurvivalBlog reader Tractoguy.  He says: “I love the taste of cornbread, but don’t eat much of it because it is usually so heavy. This is the lightest, fluffiest cornbread that I have ever had, probably because of the sour cream in it.” Ingredients 1/2 cup wheat flour 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 egg 2 Tbsp. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 cup milk 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup melted butter (1/2 stick) Directions Combine ingredients, mixing briefly. Pour the batter into a greased 7-inch square baking dish. Bake at 400 degrees …

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SurvivalBlog Graphic of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-12T07:02:52Z

Today’s graphic: A map showing recent U.S. Internal Migration — The Geography of Choice. (Graphic courtesy of Reddit.) Note that majority of the states that are gaining population are conservative “Red” states.  Preppers moving to the American Redoubt, Texas, The Ozarks, and to the Cumberland Plateau undoubtedly were a contributing factor in these population shifts. The thumbnail below is click-expandable.       — Please send your graphics or graphics links to JWR. (Either via e-mail or via our Contact form.) Any graphics that you send must either be your own creation or uncopyrighted.

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-01-12T07:01:45Z

“This, to me, is the ultimately heroic trait of ordinary people; they say no to the tyrant and they calmly take the consequences of this resistance.” – Philip K. Dick

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Sovereign Citizens

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-12T05:03:00Z

 This crock has been floating around for some time built on the myth that the gold fringe on the U S. flag in the courtroom is an Admiralty flag and therefore the judge has no authority on land 

I see a new variant is when pulled over, saying "Ian traveling, not driving " is supposed to immediately disable officer authority.  This used to be an ignorant white people's thing but it appears that as part of full racial equality, black people are increasingly buying into Sovereign Citizenship.

UPDATE: reader pointed me to a case called Hallstrom v. City of Garden City (9th Cir. 1993) where a woman pulled over for a vehicle defect claimed that did not need a driver's license to travel. The decision upheld that Idaho could require a license. Where Garden City got in trouble and had to pay damages was that they refused to release her on bail until she completed the booking process (I suspect she refused fingerprinting, which would be hard with a recalcitrant prisoner). Her rights as a "sovereign citizen" were never discussed. Her right to travel was never held to exceed state authority to require a driver's license.

Why rhe Left is So Angry at ICE

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-12T04:49:00Z

 ICE Press Release:

Below are the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens that our brave ICE officers arrested, despite the efforts of rioters and sanctuary politicians to protect them: 

Hernan Cortes-Valencia, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico with a final order of removal dated Dec. 1, 2016, who’s been convicted of sexual assault against a child, sexual assault-carnal abuse and four DUIs.

Sriudorn Phaivan, a criminal illegal alien from Laos with a final order of removal from March 8, 2018. He’s been convicted of strongarm sodomy of a boy, strongarm sodomy of a girl, another aggravated sex offense, nine counts of larceny, unauthorized use of a vehicle, four counts of fraud, vehicle theft, two counts of drug possession, obstructing justice, possession of stolen property, receiving stolen property, burglary and check forgery. He also has pending charges for two counts of receiving stolen property, flight to avoid prosecution or confinement and burglary.

Ge Yang, a criminal illegal alien from Laos with a final order of removal from Oct. 16, 2012. He’s been convicted of strongarm rape, strongarm aggravated assault against a family member, aggravated assault with a weapon, an additional sex offense and domestic violence involving strangulation.


California calamity

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-01-12T02:00:00Z

Many Americans consider beer to be both an essential and a pleasure of life. Although we here at The Price of Liberty are all teetotalers, we understand that attachment many people have, without being addicted to the stuff. Which is … Continue reading
All the parts are circular.   With enough forethought you can make anything circular on a lathe.

I came up with an unnecessarily complex lens cell design.  Two halves that would contain the lens with 2-56 screws holding the halves together.  I realized part way through that I could just bore a 1" thick piece of Delrin 0.8" deep 2.1" ID bore and the lens will just slide in.  Then I need to machine a 2 1" OD,  2.0" ID, 0.25" thick ring that goes inside the entry side of the cell and use a couple 6-32 screws to secure this retaining ring inside the cell.


Boring a 2" hole inside a 2.25" piece of Delrin on the lathe is easy.  I first trying using a 2" Forstner bit but the drag was so much that the drill chuck kept turning in the tailstock.   Solution: start with a small Forstner bit and work my way up to 2".

I still need to turn the outside diameter of the cell to 60mm so it slides loosely into a 62mm ID PVC tube.  Even though a lathe should center a drill hole pretty precisely, it is clear that the hole is not quite concentric and the cell is a bit more thsn 60mm OD.  The stock I started from is 2.559" OD.  Once the cell slides into the PVC tube, i have three set screws in the tube to collimate the lens cell in the tube.
 
UPDATE: Cutting a 2.1" OD, 2.0" ID ring of Delrin on a lathe is harder than it sounds.  That thin a wall means it stretches when stressed by the chuck.  I am ordering a 52mm retaining ring.  This also eliminates the need for drilling and tapping holes.  Retaining rings are spring steel, so once in position, it should not move.

Another Model

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-01-12T01:14:07Z

This explains some things (Ideological differences in the expanse of the moral circle): Do clashes between ideologies reflect policy differences or something more fundamental? The present research suggests they reflect core psychological differences such that liberals express compassion toward less … Continue reading

Speaking of Size

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-01-11T23:50:56Z

Via Chuck Petras @Chuck_Petras:: I wonder what it means for penis size if someone is both a white nationalist and a gun owner. Of course, these sorts of things really tell us more about the idiots claiming there is a … Continue reading

This Would End Badly for Them

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-11T20:01:00Z

1/9/26 Breitbart News

An unidentified protester outside the Whipple Building Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was interviewed about Wednesday’s ICE-involved shooting and said, “We have to show up with guns and end this.”

The unidentified protester accused ICE of shooting people “with no cause” and said, “We have to show up with guns.”

He continued, “We have to, there’s no way around it. I don’t care if I don’t have a Minnesota carry permit. I’m unarmed right now but this is the last time I show up to face these guys without a weapon.”

The unidentified protester said, “The time for peace is over. They fired the first shot; it’s time to end this sh*t by any means necessary.”


I am pretty sure the number of leftists prepared to cosplay at armed revolutionary is not huge.  The ones prepared to do so once the bullets start flying is much less.  (ThIs is true on our side as well.  There are just a lot more of us.)

If these idiots start actually opening fire, they will be amazed at how rapidly their media allies will desert them.  The greed that drives much of the progressive agenda (the Abortion and Gender Reassignment industrial Complexes) requires an operational tax leeching system and revolution will destroy that.  Also, open rebellion will give Trump legal options that will not work in the Left's favor.

Progressives just need to accept that they lost. 

Ignorance Is Bliss Until...

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2026-01-11T17:59:00Z

 ...someone gets nasty in defending it. Then it is just downright annoying. Take for example the guy who was at one of my tables at a local gun show last week. He was an old timer, probably well into his eighties, or at least his late seventies. He was talking to another younger guy who was with him while picking up several boxes of ammo I had for sale. As he did so with each, he mentioned the bullet grain weight written on each box, to his buddy. With one, it was apparently too small for him to read so he asked me what was the number on the box. He specifically asked me how much is the powder weighg of the cartridges.

WEll, my ignorance shone through at that moment when I said I had no clue. He said, it's right here on the box. I looked at where he had pointed on the box and I politely said that is the bullet weight. He immediately snapped back at me and in a huffy tone corrected me by insisting it was the powder weight. He then guffawed and told the guy with him it is the powder weight and that he has known that for sure for many years. He then turned to me and told me the same with another guffaw while yet again, in a not nice tone, insisted it was the powder weight. I just said, no sir that is the bullet weight. He laughed at me and my reply and insisted it was the bullet weight and mumbled something about him being a reloader. His laugh and tone of voice were not jocular nor friendly, they were a laugh and tone that you send someone's way when you are amazed by their ignorance or outrighg stupidity. 
 
I repeated myself once more in a polite way and he just laughed that laugh at me again and said he has known for years it was the powder weight. I was about to either look it up on the Internet, using my phone, to show him, but I think his buddy whispered something to him and he walked away after that saying he must have been wrong all those years. He said that as if he was dismissing an ignoramus, that being me.
 
Sometimes it is difficult to deal with potential customers in as much as staying cool and polite goes. He was one of those customers.  Another few verbal barbs from him and I would have told him to shove his smug attitude up his hole into where the sun does not shine. 
 
Now, I will admit, he had me wondering who was right, and  even though I was 99.9% sure it was me, I checked on the web. Turns out the grain weight listed on every box of brand name ammo, that I had at the show, was the bullet weight not the powder weight. I am wondering when I will read the news that a reloader in AR blew off his hands when his gun exloded.
 
All the best,
Glenn B 

New Local Indian Food Chain

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-01-11T15:23:18Z

Red Fort of India.  I think they are local to Boise area.  I have eaten in the Boise and Nampa locations so far.  Flavorful, fast service and clearly prepared just before it arrived at table.

We have lots of excellent choices for Indian food here: Madhuban in Eagle and Bombay Grill in downtown Boise.  It is nice to have another choice which is in no way inferior and priced similarly (about $15 to $20 per entree).
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