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The Home Defense Shotgun

February 19, 2014 By Mike

Home Defense Shotgun

  The home defense shotgun is like a fire extinguisher, hopefully you never need it, but it is nice to have around, just in case. The basic home defense shotgun may not have the glitz and glamor of a semi-auto carbine, but even into the 21st Century it remains a potent tool. The modern home […]

Phoenix Home Defense Shotgun: Part 2

February 15, 2013 By Mike

    This is part 2 of my Project Phoenix Home Defense Shotgun build. Some of you may notice that I’ve changed the name of this build. Originally this little terror was know as Project Screw Cuomo but cooler heads have prevailed. I initially conceived this project as a good example of a Home Defense […]

Project Ruger 10/22 Range Time

December 12, 2012 By Mike

I finally got a chance to take my newly face lifted Ruger 10/22 (Project 10/22) down to the outdoor range for some serious sighting in. Previously, I got a chance to put the 200 rounds that the new trigger group requires for break in through it, but it needed some room to stretch it’s legs […]

Project 10/22 Gear Review

July 1, 2012 By Mike

With my Ruger 10/22 rapidly approaching an age where it could vote I felt it was time for a freshening and a gear review. I carefully choose the aftermarket parts that I felt would give me the best bang for my buck and a little CGCDI (Cool Guy Chicks Dig It) factor. Here is what […]

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The Backyard Pioneer
I'm a 43 year old husband, father, life long outdoorsman, and have 20+ years experience in infrastructure construction. I strive to bring you the best EDC Knife and Gear Reviews, Small Scale Homesteading, Common Sense Preparedness, and Dutch Oven Recipes.

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