http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php en jim@oregonshooter.com Copyright 2010 2010-03-01T07:11:41-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/tutorial_shortening_a_shotgun_barrel_with_hand_tools/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/tutorial_shortening_a_shotgun_barrel_with_hand_tools/#When:07:11:41Z While I have access to a lathe which would make the process fast and clean on a normal barrel, I find that ribbed barrels are easier done the old fashion way with a hacksaw, files and patience. What follows is the procedure I used to shorten a 28" Remington 870… Gear / Tools, Modifications 2010-03-01T07:11:41-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/kings_armory_fiassco_caveat_emptor/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/kings_armory_fiassco_caveat_emptor/#When:03:27:34Z Gear / Tools, Hardware 2010-02-02T03:27:34-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/idpa_things_that_make_you_go_hmmm/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/idpa_things_that_make_you_go_hmmm/#When:00:28:09Z I decided to start writing down things I see happening at my local matches that should not, and my suggestions to fix these issues. I'm looking at these from a "street" perspective not how to better "game" your IDPA match. None of the suggested "best practices" are going to make… Training / Competition, IDPA 2010-01-24T00:28:09-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/carbine_classifier_ken_hackathorn/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/carbine_classifier_ken_hackathorn/#When:20:01:10Z Very nice skill drill consisting of (3) IDPA targets and 90 rounds fired at 20, 30, 40 yards, (1) Bianchi Barricade, (1) 55gal Barrel 11-28-09 Corrected Version:Found several errors in previous document which have been corrected.  Also added a Mag Count guide for easier administration of drill, stage setup… Drills & COFs, Rifle 2009-11-25T20:01:10-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/stubby_side_folder_for_mp5/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/stubby_side_folder_for_mp5/#When:03:40:58Z After finishing my AR15 build with a MagPul MOE stock I discovered that I really prefer a shorter Length of Pull (LOP) than either the H&K A2 stock or my Choate side folder would give me. My Ar15 stock rides on the second notch of the six position stock and… Gear / Tools, Hardware, MP5 Clones, Modifications 2009-11-07T03:40:58-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/fast_slow_carbine_pistol_idpa_3gun/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/fast_slow_carbine_pistol_idpa_3gun/#When:23:40:55Z Download & print PDF version of stage. Fast & Slow - Carbine / Pistol.pdf Drills & COFs, Multi-Gun 2009-10-22T23:40:55-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/modified_skd_universial_chest_harness/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/modified_skd_universial_chest_harness/#When:18:05:03Z I've had this SKD Universial chest harness for sometime now and still think they are the best bang for the buck when it comes to factory made chest rigs, but as with all things it can be improved with minor modification. My view of "better" is embodied in the changes… Gear / Tools, Modifications 2009-10-11T18:05:03-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/streets_of_fire_pistol_idpa/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/streets_of_fire_pistol_idpa/#When:01:55:16Z Download & print PDF version of stage. Streets of Fire COF Drills & COFs, Handgun 2009-09-26T01:55:16-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregonshooter_1_2_point_sling_design_tutorial/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregonshooter_1_2_point_sling_design_tutorial/#When:01:55:33Z My sling use on carbines went through the following progression. Specter 3pt sling Bungee single point sling Adjustable 2pt VTAC sling Each sling has its strong and weak points but of those three designs I found the VTAC to be the… Gear / Tools, Hardware, Modifications 2009-09-12T01:55:33-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/geo_shooting/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/geo_shooting/#When:02:10:18Z This is a game I made up in 2008 to practice my GPS skills and long range shooting. You need a partner and common maps for it to work. The PDF page below is also in my Rifle Logbook besides being included in this post for those… Drills & COFs, Rifle 2009-08-28T02:10:18-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/web_design/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/web_design/#When:06:34:19Z Be it a simple static HTML website like I made for Mark Goldsworthy Knives or a hosted forum like Martial Warrior or an advanced Expression Engine website for your club like the Medford Rifle & Pistol Club website I re-designed this year,… Misc 2009-08-01T06:34:19-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/mp5_clone_resources_page/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/mp5_clone_resources_page/#When:05:16:23Z Gear / Tools, Hardware, MP5 Clones 2009-06-19T05:16:23-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/know_for_sure/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/know_for_sure/#When:00:25:04Z Do you know for sure that Jesus Christ is your personal Savior? If you can do the following, you can know for sure! First realize that God loves you... John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son that… Misc 2009-06-07T00:25:04-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/read_through_the_bible_in_one_year/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/read_through_the_bible_in_one_year/#When:00:16:29Z Each of the 365 daily readings includes a portion from the Old Testament, New Testament,Psalms and Proverbs.   BibleReadingPlan_Full Bible.pdf Misc 2009-06-07T00:16:29-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/coharie_ca94_failure_to_eject_fte_troubleshooting_tips/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/coharie_ca94_failure_to_eject_fte_troubleshooting_tips/#When:01:17:00Z Below is an example of a Failure To Eject (FTE) which shows the spent casing (top) jammed back into the chamber area with the newly stripped round from the magazine (bottom) trying to chamber. This results when the spent casing is pulled out of… Gear / Tools, Hardware, MP5 Clones 2009-06-05T01:17:00-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/so_you_want_a_reliable_mp5_clone_do_ya/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/so_you_want_a_reliable_mp5_clone_do_ya/#When:22:52:19Z Well so did I. Problem was I had no idea what I was getting into when I decided to jump at a clone that happened to come up for sale on AR15.com one day. It looked like a good deal and in hind sight was… Gear / Tools, Hardware, MP5 Clones 2009-05-29T22:52:19-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/move_shoot_or_shoot_drill_carbine1/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/move_shoot_or_shoot_drill_carbine1/#When:00:47:23Z Shooting buddy and I ran this drill today on the clock and found the results interesting.  He said no one is going to want to hear the results, but I’m posting it anyways in case some want to try it themselves and see if their conclusions are the same. … Drills & COFs, Rifle 2009-04-24T00:47:23-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/getting_a_grip_on_my_ak/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/getting_a_grip_on_my_ak/#When:04:35:37Z I’ve found the AK grip to be more than annoying ergonomics wise.  The standard grip is solid and designed to fit any hand, but is not exactly comfortable for larger hands like my own.  Looking for something a little more “filling”, I first… Gear / Tools, Modifications 2009-01-27T04:35:37-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/white_city_sportsmans_park_rifle_range/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/white_city_sportsmans_park_rifle_range/#When:22:05:00Z Besides all the BLM and Forest Service land that surrounds Medford, we have a nice range located in White City Oregon.  It costs $3.00 per shooter for an all day pass and you can get a year long pass for Training / Competition 2008-12-22T22:05:00-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/if_each_of_us_carried_a_gun/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/if_each_of_us_carried_a_gun/#When:03:25:12Z Richard Munday The firearms massacres that have periodically caused shock and horror around the world have been dwarfed by the Mumbai shootings, in which a handful of gunmen left some 500 people killed or wounded. For anybody who still believed in it,… Self-Defense, Mindset 2008-12-11T03:25:12-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/gun_game_traps/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/gun_game_traps/#When:05:16:25Z I first started in the Shooting Sports via USPSA at a local club here in Medford, Oregon.  It was the first time I had done anything like it and previously had only shot Bullseye style, which made sense considering my shooting mentor (Tom Claytor) was an accomplished Bullseye shooter at… Training / Competition, IDPA, IPSC 2008-12-06T05:16:25-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/cheap_light_folding_target_stand/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/cheap_light_folding_target_stand/#When:06:15:12Z Cost about $10.00 a piece, folds for easy storage and can be weighted for shooting in wind. No glue needed and you can make 3 complete stands with no waste using the cut plan at bottom of page.  Uses 1"x1/2" slats or 1"x1" sticks that slip into the uprights.  … Gear / Tools, Hardware 2008-12-05T06:15:12-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/4_firearm_safety_rules/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/4_firearm_safety_rules/#When:06:04:21Z MEMORIZE THESE!! 1. ALWAYS treat guns as though they are loaded until proven otherwise. Never ASSUME that a gun is unloaded, especially before pulling the trigger.  Only when YOU have performed a clearing of the gun is it to be considered unloaded.  If someone clears the gun before handing it… Self-Defense, Mindset 2008-12-05T06:04:21-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/glock_grip_work_g17/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/glock_grip_work_g17/#When:06:00:45Z True “Glock Perfection!” A pictorial of how I modified my G17 grip and saved $180.00+ in the process. Gear / Tools, Modifications 2008-12-05T06:00:45-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/recommended_reading/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/recommended_reading/#When:03:26:39Z Links to books, PDFs, PPTs and other download materials. Also links to DVDs I would suggest buying. Self-Defense, Mindset 2008-12-05T03:26:39-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/larue_spr_s_scope_mount/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/larue_spr_s_scope_mount/#When:03:09:17Z I recently bought this scope mount because I had a need to practice my ranging skills and unfortunately I don’t live where I can point a scoped rifle at stuff to do so without the neighbors calling the Cops. My plan is to use this mount to allow… Gear / Tools, Reviews 2008-12-05T03:09:17-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/custom_pikal_knife_by_mark_goldsworthy/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/custom_pikal_knife_by_mark_goldsworthy/#When:02:58:35Z Style and function best describe this piece of artwork.  I first came across Mark’s work on http://www.warriortalk.com when I saw him starting to share his handy work with steel. Gear / Tools, Reviews 2008-12-05T02:58:35-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_does_my_auto_loading_gun_work/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_does_my_auto_loading_gun_work/#When:02:52:56Z Well I found two webpages that answer that question better than I ever could. They both use FLASH and if you watch the cycling of the gun and play with the cutaway options there should be no questions left. Check it out! FAQs 2008-12-05T02:52:56-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/the_025_glock_trigger_job/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/the_025_glock_trigger_job/#When:02:48:12Z Probably the most complete and recognized tutorial on smoothing the Glock trigger out.  Also great for general disassembly and assembly.  I’m saving this for posterity sake in a PDF, but the original should still be available at: http://www.alpharubicon.com/mrpoyz/glock/ The PDF version can be downloaded here:… Gear / Tools, Modifications 2008-12-05T02:48:12-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/what_gear_should_i_get_for_idpa_ipsc/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/what_gear_should_i_get_for_idpa_ipsc/#When:02:46:29Z Get an Uncle Mikes kydex holster 3 Uncle Mikes single mag pouches 3 spare mags for your gun. A pair of safety glasses Set of ear plugs That is all you need… FAQs 2008-12-05T02:46:29-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/what_kind_of_airsoft_gear_should_i_get_for_fof_practice/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/what_kind_of_airsoft_gear_should_i_get_for_fof_practice/#When:02:38:48Z KWA-17 Gun: These are very reliable and will hold up to FoF, many airsoft guns will not.  It is better to use a gun that does not match your carry gun than to have an exact replica that does not work.  FoF is not about the… FAQs 2008-12-05T02:38:48-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/which_holster_should_i_get_for_ccw/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/which_holster_should_i_get_for_ccw/#When:02:31:57Z This is a very personal area that will require several issues to be addressed before you can get a “perfect” fit to you, your gun, and lifestyle.  There are two (listed below) that have proven themselves to work for MOST people.  The odds of getting one that fits… FAQs 2008-12-05T02:31:57-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/handgun_reload_defined/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/handgun_reload_defined/#When:02:28:20Z Tactical Reload (Tac-Load): is recharging the gun during a lull in the action. Drawing a spare magazine prior to the ejection of the partial magazine from the gun. Dropping the partial magazine from the gun into the palm of your weak hand. FAQs 2008-12-05T02:28:20-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_do_i_secure_my_firearm_at_night/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_do_i_secure_my_firearm_at_night/#When:02:01:34Z I have kids in the house, how can I have my gun ready but kept safe from curious kids? The best way is to educate them about firearms and the dangers of them, but also that they can be safe when handled correctly.  Take the… FAQs 2008-12-04T02:01:34-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/rifle_logbook/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/rifle_logbook/#When:03:02:11Z I recently (Feb. 2007) decided to make my own logbook for my rifle after looking at a few samples on the net and after not being happy with my T.R.G.T. Log Book purchase.  The T.R.G.T. is a good book, but it has two (2) things going against it.  First,… Gear / Tools, Hardware 2008-12-02T03:02:11-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_to_buy_a_suppressor_in_jackson_county_oregon/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/how_to_buy_a_suppressor_in_jackson_county_oregon/#When:16:45:41Z I recently decided I had made too much money working overtime and needed to buy a treat.  I had thought about a suppressor for a few years but never wanted to take the time or trouble to get all the paperwork done to own one, and for the… Gear / Tools 2008-12-01T16:45:41-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/should_i_get_a_weapon_light_for_my_handgun/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/should_i_get_a_weapon_light_for_my_handgun/#When:06:24:02Z Good question, and like most good questions, the answer is “it depends.” FAQs 2008-12-01T06:24:02-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/balicalc_ballistics_spreadsheet/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/balicalc_ballistics_spreadsheet/#When:05:57:25Z This is a very good and accurate ballistics spreadsheet I found on the net.  The documents “properties” shows the creator as a “David L. King” (1998) and last modified by “Ralph Greininger” (2007) to both of which I say “thank you!” Gear / Tools, Software 2008-12-01T05:57:25-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/why_go_armed/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/why_go_armed/#When:05:50:09Z Why am I always armed? Why do I train continuously? This from a friend who works in a prison: “Today, I had an opportunity to hear stories from several violent offenders, straight from their own lips. All were in excellent physical shape and would (and do!) put… Self-Defense, Mindset 2008-12-01T05:50:09-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/house_cleaning1/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/house_cleaning1/#When:04:49:30Z You return home from work to find that a gang has taken your wife hostage and is waiting around the house to collect their drug money that they “think” you stole from them. Obviously a case of mistaken identity, but fearing for your wife’s life and your own you must… Drills & COFs, Handgun 2008-12-01T04:49:30-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/house_cleaning/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/house_cleaning/#When:17:22:52Z You wake from a deep sleep to find that a gang of drug merchants have come to collect their drug money that they “think” you stole from them. Obviously a case of mistaken identity, but fearing for your wife’s life and your own you must act decisively, grabbing the shotgun… Drills & COFs, Shotgun 2008-11-30T17:22:52-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregon_concealed_handgun_license_chl_forms_information/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregon_concealed_handgun_license_chl_forms_information/#When:06:29:45Z The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office maintains a nice website with all the information you need on how to get a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) Located Here. You can also print out all the forms you will need to apply from there. Self-Defense, Oregon CHL 2008-11-30T06:29:45-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/complacency_firearms_do_not_mix/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/complacency_firearms_do_not_mix/#When:05:38:33Z How many times have you read or heard the Four Rules of Firearms Safety? All guns are always loaded. Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy. Keep your finger off the trigger 'till your sights are on the target. Identify your target, and… Self-Defense, Mindset 2008-11-29T05:38:33-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/cheap_angle_finder_from_general_tools/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/cheap_angle_finder_from_general_tools/#When:05:34:00Z Sold at ACE Hardware Stores for $15.99 This is a nifty way to get your rifle’s angled fire measurement and doubles as a straight edge in the databook. I use to have a fancy Sniper’s Tools ACF but found that I rarely shoot at… Gear / Tools, Reviews 2008-11-28T05:34:00-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregon_state_ors_166_chl_conclusions/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/oregon_state_ors_166_chl_conclusions/#When:03:18:23Z Below is my attempt to summarize 166 with it’s own words. You can get the low down quickly by reading just the highlighted words. To see the whole content check the statute itself which can be found at: http://www.leg.state.or.us/ors/166.html Self-Defense, Oregon CHL 2008-08-14T03:18:23-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/glock_21_torture_test1/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/glock_21_torture_test1/#When:06:00:37Z (Performed by Bigbore of Adco Firearms) For almost 10 years I’ve been abusing and neglecting my Glock 21. Its been a running joke among some friends and I. Nothing was planned or documented. As I tell people what it has been through, most simply don’t believe… Gear / Tools, Hardware 2007-12-06T06:00:37-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/project_g19l/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/project_g19l/#When:07:21:50Z A pictorial of the DIY way to make your G17 more concealable by chopping the grip area down to accept G19 mags.  I have also included the trigger mod I do to all my Glocks. Gear / Tools, Hardware 2006-12-06T07:21:50-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/sniper_competition_sept_23th_2006_tri_county_gun_club/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/sniper_competition_sept_23th_2006_tri_county_gun_club/#When:04:20:13Z Course of fire and my performance in this my first match… Training / Competition, Class / Competition AARs 2006-09-24T04:20:13-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/ek_ecqc_1_ecqc_2_in_portland_or_july_21st_23rd_2006/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/ek_ecqc_1_ecqc_2_in_portland_or_july_21st_23rd_2006/#When:05:28:43Z This was my first training session with the man known as “SouthNarc” on many internet forums and the owner of the best self defense forum on the internet http://www.totalprotectioninteractive.com Training / Competition, Class / Competition AARs 2006-07-27T05:28:43-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/point_shooting_with_sweatnbullets_aka_roger_phillips/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/point_shooting_with_sweatnbullets_aka_roger_phillips/#When:05:26:07Z I recently had the great pleasure to spend 2 days (16 hours) with Roger Phillips in Las Vegas, NV. for some excellent 1:1 training and wanted to pass along my impressions of it. Anyway, I’m back and just wanted to say that Roger has some good stuff going… Training / Competition, Class / Competition AARs 2006-01-20T05:26:07-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/the_pocket_dump/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/the_pocket_dump/#When:21:49:15Z An ever changing list of gear carried on the person daily.  Gear / Tools, Hardware 2005-10-12T21:49:15-08:00 http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/john_farnam_int_adv_hangun_class_oct_2004/ http://www.oregonshooter.com/index.php/articles/view/john_farnam_int_adv_hangun_class_oct_2004/#When:00:21:30Z What follows is my opinion of a recent class taken at OFA (Oregon Firearms Academy) featuring the instruction of John Farnam. Training / Competition, Class / Competition AARs 2004-10-17T00:21:30-08:00