We wanted to thank everyone who got a Phoward patch in our recent sale. They turned out to be unexpectedly really popular, so more are on the way! Together, we raised $723.51 for Liberate Myanmar !
The war against the military junta in Myanmar is important to us; we’ve written about the war and podcasted it about it before. Aid to Myanmar is important because the Tatmadaw is willing to commit unspeakable violence against its own citizens to maintain control.
Much of the people resisting both on the front lines and with civil disobedience are ordinary people, and especially young people. Unfortunately, people in Myanmar fighting the junta don’t get much humanitarian relief or military aid.
We at YPT try to stress international solidarity in what we do. Thanks again to everyone for donating and making this fundraiser a success! Keep an eye out for more Phoward patches, the profits from which, again, will go to Liberate Myanmar.
If you want to learn more about the conflict, if worth checking out our podcast with @jamesstout about the use of 3D printed arms by anti-junta fighters. Podcast is on Anchor, Spotify, and Apple
Our contributor shooting some bunny stacks at 7 yards, or rather, some upside down bunny stacks to avoid shooting off the target clips. Our contributor is shooting the drill on printable FAST targets. First run had a light strike.
The idea of this drill is to be able to transition targets accurately and quickly. The 3x5 target is smaller, but the mechanics are also similar to shooting a same size target, but farther away. You can also shoot this on IPSC and IPDA targets.
Off the clock, can our contributor make all the hits? Yes. But practical and defensive shooting is a mixture of both speed and accuracy. Without pushing speed, you’re not going to become a better shooter.
Rather than buying a redundant gun (eg. AK when you already have an AR, a second subcompact pistol, etc.), consider acquiring the following. These will make you and your friends much more capable and dangerous (no particular order):
Optic, sling, light on rifle
Optic, light, professional quality OWB holster (Safariland) for pistol
Spare parts for primary weapons
Upgrade primary weapons (eg free float barrel)
Upgrade optic to professional quality (eg Aimpoint Comp M4)
Tools to repair your guns (eg armorers wrench)
Battle belt/range belt and the stuff that goes on it
As a trans person once employed by a gun store, it is an unfortunate reality that these spaces are not safe for queer people. I’ve heard how these people talk about us when they think we’re not around. (1/4)
We highly advise if attending these places to dress inconspicuous and avoid political clothing and accessories. It has nothing to do with being proud of who you are or making a statement. It’s basic security. (2/4)
You generally have to provide sensitive information like a driver’s license with your legal name and address to a group of armed people hostile to your identity. You wouldn’t walk into a protest without protecting your identity; why would you do it at a gun store? (3/4)
Every state has a concealed carry legal framework. They generally fall into 3 boxes:
1. "May issue:” a government official (often the local sheriff) applies various criteria and “may” (ie is not required to) issue you a concealed license.
2. "Shall Issue:" if you meet whatever criteria are set out, you “shall” (ie must) be issued a concealed license
3. Constitutional carry: no license needed to concealed carry.
“May issue” has serious implications for marginalized people seeking to obtain licenses. In effect, "may issue" allows racist cops to decide who gets to carry. The people who get licenses easier? Rich and white. Who tends not to? Poor, nonwhite, queer.