The last Wire for the year. It’s hard to believe this year has flown by so fast, not to mention the past ten years I’ve been writing for the Wire. It’s an honor and privilege being a member of this team. But, it’s time to focus on the future. So, what’s coming up for next year? Plenty.
There will definitely be reports from the SHOT show, and you know Rich will be reviewing and discussing new equipment coming out. This is truly the golden age of firearms; there’s never been so many offerings of quality gear. In fact, it can be overwhelming. Trust the Wire to guide you in the right direction.
As always, I’ll be contributing to the “tactical” side of things. I’ll be writing on “Ready” positions, and why a lot of what’s being taught and aren’t really “ready” positions. Speaking of positions, did you hear the one about where to locate your support hand on the AR? If not, that’s another one I plan to cover.
I’ve got a new pile of books set and ready to read and review. Some of these are going to be beyond the tactical. We’re talking history and “ism’s.” As I mentioned in Tuesday’s Wire we’re going to have to get serious about the future of this country and our Second Amendment rights. To do this we’re going to have to study our past, and understand the “future.”
Word has come down from the bosses that they’d like to see a few D.I.Y. features. That works really well with what I’ve got going on. In the past few years I’ve gotten into reworking revolvers – searching for that perfect pistol for personal protection – and making knives, which I’ve dabbled in for a while now. Both of these “hobbies” have created a demand. While it’s small, it does justify investing additional time into this work. So, I’m slowing down a little on the teaching, and going to focus more on my revolver and blade work – and writing about all of it.
2020 is going to be a great year for the Wire. Just keep in mind we can only be effective because of you, the readers and ones how support all the Wires. And as everyone knows, it also takes the assistance of our advertisers. It’s you guys that we need to thank, for past and future encouragement.
A big bonus for us are the readers who contact us. Sometimes we don’t all agree, but it’s always a civil exchange – something that’s sadly lacking today - and I always come away with new ideas, a different outlook and sometimes a new pen pal. As they say, “Stay tuned, and keep those cards and letters coming.” Let us know how we can best serve you.
We hope everyone has a great holiday season, and a wonderful New Year. Just remember to take care; it’s the time of year all the bad guys are out there looking for victims. Stay safe, and we’ll see you next year.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy, which is celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary. He is the author of The Book of Two Guns, AR-15 Skills and Drills, has a regular column in American Handgunner and makes some cool knives and custom revolvers. Visit Shootrite’s Facebook page for other details.
