Of all the techniques that I would consider the most critical, low-light training is perhaps the most neglected. The main reason for this is usually lack of a range which will facilitate low-light live fire and the general prohibitive cost for those on a budget to attend a low-light specific course. Because of these factors, […]
Author Archive | Aaron Cowan
Wild Bill’s Concealment Covert Carry IWB Holster
Up until recently, I had not carried inside the waistband on a daily basis for years. Because I have almost always worked in an environment where I carried outside the waistband for work, OWB translated to my daily life and I would adjust my attire accordingly to conceal my firearm. On some occasions I would […]
LEO Perspective on Open Carry
Editor’s Note: As a follow up on our recent open carry discussion, I asked Aaron Cowan, the Lead Instructor for Sage Dynamics and law enforcement officer to comment on open carry from a pro-liberty LEO perspective. I hope that this time around we can have a more intelligent debate on the topic without people jumping […]
Blue Force Gear PLATEminus
When I think of a level IV plate carrier, “low profile” does not come to mind. Many manufacturers have tried in the past to develop a low profile plate carrier with varied results, some far more successful than others. Obviously the issue is the thickness of a level IV plate, the thickness of the material […]
Streamlight Protac 1L
I am an unapologetic SureFire loyalist when it comes to most of my flashlight needs. From 1999 to 2010, I owned nothing but Surefire products and when I was issued another brand light for my entry/patrol rifle during my time with the DOD, I said no thanks and stuck with my Surefire. (more…)
Why Reality Based Training is Critical
Any skill set that you want to be proficient in, to master, requires training and practice. (more…)