As a follow-up to our video on the history of the M1, today we’re looking at keeping the Garand fed. … Continued
Writer Profile: Chris Baker
Chris Baker joined the Lucky Gunner team in 2011 and, among other roles, serves as the editor of Lucky Gunner Lounge.
Chris has a broad interest in all types of shooting activities, but he’s most passionate about firearms as tools for personal protection. Prior to working for Lucky Gunner full time, Chris taught basic handgun skills and concealed carry permit classes to a diverse range of clients in his home state of North Carolina. He is a Rangemaster-certified Shotgun and Advanced Handgun Instructor and NRA Handgun Instructor. His ongoing pursuit of knowledge in the shooting world has included over 500 hours of professional firearms and self-defense training from instructors like Ken Hackathorn, Tom Givens, Ernest Langdon, Craig Douglas, Gabe White, Darryl Bolke, Wayne Dobbs, Chuck Haggard, Claude Werner, John Hearne, Jim Higginbotham, Kyle DeFoor, and Randy Cain, among others.
Posts by Chris Baker
How Garand’s Rifle Became the M1
Everybody seems to love the M1 Garand. But there’s a lot of the story behind this rifle that we don’t … Continued
Home Defense Tactical Tips with Manny Mansfield
Unfortunately, our friend and colleague, Walter “Manny” Mansfield was unable to make it to Vegas to report to us for … Continued
The Backyard Sniper – Lightweight Edition
The .22 LR bolt action rifle we covered back in April’s “backyard sniper” video is an exceptional pest eliminator. But … Continued
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Why Won’t the Ruger Mini-14 Just Die? [Part 2]
Despite all the criticism, the Ruger Mini-14 is still around for the same reason any gun has a long production … Continued
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Why Won’t the Ruger Mini-14 Just Die? [Part 1]
For at least couple of decades, the Ruger Mini-14 was America’s favorite semi-automatic rifle. But that time has passed. If … Continued
Are Mini Shotgun Shells Viable for Self-Defense?
Within just the last few years, 1 3/4″ mini shotgun shells have gone from quirky novelty status to an ammo … Continued
How to Speed Load a Shotgun: The Violin Reload
Today, we’re looking at a shotgun reloading technique called the violin reload. A popular technique among 3-gunners for twin and … Continued