Glock 26 Gun Review by Wranglerbarn

How To Sharpen An Axe by Wranglebarn

wranglerbarn — April 05, 2010 — how to sharpen your axe

Spyderco Bushcraft Knife Review by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — April 08, 2010 — Spyderco Bushcraft Knife Review by Wranglebarn

How To Keep Your Gun Safe by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — May 17, 2010 — All of us gun owners have a personal responsibility to secure our the weapons we store inside our homes. A digital lock box is a perfect solution to home or vehicle storage. Keep you kids safe from unattended firearms. Stay tuned for a video on affordable gun safes from mountain view safe co.

Can't Never Could by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — May 18, 2010 — Cant is a four letter word. Whatever happened to the pioneer spirit? Where are the rugged individuals that tamed the great western forests?

Crimson Trace Laser VS Iron Sights Glock 19

wranglerbarn — May 19, 2010 — I will attempt to determine if accuracy is better when using a crimson trace laser or iron sights. This example is not exactly scientific however you may find it mildly amusing. Both Glock 19 handguns are identical as are the cartridges. Shooter skill marginal at best.

Sig Sauer Service Pass or Fail You Judge by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 08, 2010 — My conversation with a Sig Sauer Representative discussing the front sight falling off my Sig P226 Blackwater.

Sportsmobile Adventure Van by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 07, 2010 — This 4×4 van conversion is actually called "Ultimate Adventure Vehicle". I've never seen it in person, but judging by the pictures and specs, it more than lives up to it's name.

The Ultimate Adventure Vehicle project was designed to create a well-rounded vehicle capable of meeting a wide variety of transportation needs, from running everyday errands to serving as a rolling base camp for multi-week outdoor adventures.

This rugged four-wheel drive van includes all the amenities you'd expect to find in a much larger motorhome, and yet achieves unprecedented levels of around-town maneuverability, open-road fuel-economy, serious off-road capability, and back-country camping practicality no other vehicle can match.
picture of the interior of a sportsmobile Ultimate Adventure vehicle
picture of the interior of a sportsmobile Ultimate Adventure vehicle
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How do I get one?

The Ultimate Adventure Vehicle is a Project Vehicle, which means you can't just walk into a showroom and buy one -- this is a prototype based on a modified Ford E350 one-ton cargo van from Fresno-based camper van manufacturer Sportsmobile West.

But don't fret, with a little research and a whole bunch of money, you can assemble your own UAV. The guys over at Truck Trend Magazine (who built the original) have laid out all the specs in this article called Building Perfection.

You can also read about the Epic Adventure the builders took with the UAV in this article - The Ultimate Adventure Vehicle Goes on a Road Trip as Big as All Outdoors.
4-Wheeling in Moab

Two Ultimate Adventure Vehicles spent three days testing its capabilities on some extreme 4×4 trails in Moab. It accomplished all the challenges with only a few minor scrapes going thru some narrow canyons.

Stand Up Paddleboard Surfing by Wranglerbarn SUP A Day To Remember

wranglerbarn — June 06, 2010 — Make memories with your family. Get out of the house and have some fun. Your little kids are only little for a few short years. Dont let the time slip away.

How To Make Money On eBay by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 04, 2010 — eBay is a great way to get rid of your unwanted stuff. The most important thing you can do is to take a great picture. I'll discuss how you can do this from home.

Don't Blame Blackwater It's Sig Sauers Fault by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 04, 2010 — What makes the SIG SAUER® pistols the weapons of choice for elite units around the world, and the smart choice for anyone? A hard-earned reputation for getting everything right -- design, materials, precision manufacturing, ergonomics, function, safety, accuracy, reliability, durability, maintenance, accessories and options.

In the U. S., the SIG success story began in 1985, when the newly formed SIG SAUER began to distribute the P220 semi-automatic. Anyone familiar with firearms knew instantly that this was the pistol to reckon with. This SIG SAUER pistol led the semi-auto revolution, and the qualities that made that happen are still here -- and then some -- in the current SIG Classic line of pistols.

When the time came for a new generation of SIG pistols, we didn't set a deadline, we set a goal. The goal was to incorporate the most advanced firearms technologies and at the same time provide true value. While other manufacturers have gone to plastic frames to cut costs, SIG SAUER has refused to cut corners. This is what makes the SP2022 pistol a unique and compelling option. The Sig Pro is right on the mark for those looking for an exceptional value in a high performance polymer frame pistol.

Butterfly Pavillion by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 04, 2010 — http://www.insectlore.com/xinsectucat...
Your Butterfly Pavilion includes:
• A pop-up butterfly observation habitat.
• Dropper to feed the butterflies.
• This instruction guide with fun butterfly facts.
• Butterfly certificate to send away for your larvae.

Getting Started
Before mailing the certificate for your caterpillars and food, make sure you are ready to receive and care for them.
Remember to plan for any school breaks, holidays, or extended weekends that may interrupt the project. Write your name and address on the certificate and mail it to the address listed. The certificate will arrive at our laboratory where tiny green butterfly eggs are hatched into caterpillars in a butterfly nursery and then sent to you via First Class mail. Once you mail the
certificate, please allow 1 to 2 weeks for the larvae to arrive. After receiving your larvae, expect the metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly to take approximately 3 weeks.

When Your Caterpillars Arrive
Your larvae will arrive in a cardboard box that says "Live Butterflies -- Open Immediately". Inside are two containers with three to five small caterpillars and adequate food for the caterpillars development. Now the fun begins!

Caring For Your Caterpillars
It is very important that you always keep your caterpillar container upright, indoors and out of direct sunlight! Direct sunlight will cause the interior of the cup to heat up and condensation can form within the container. This water can often cause the caterpillars to sicken and die. To keep the nutrient clean, keep the lid on the container at all times. The larvae do not need anything other than the food provided inside the container.
Don't be alarmed if at first you don't see any movement. Look for a little bit of silky webbing as this is a good sign that they are well. Now watch as they eat and grow to many times their original size!

A Fascinating Change
At a normal room temperature of 72 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit, the caterpillars should take approximately 7 to 10 days to make the fascinating change into chrysalides. The caterpillars will climb to the top of the cup and hang down "head first." It is crucial that they not be disturbed at this point as this is their most vulnerable stage. Although this seems to be a time of resting in the butterfly's development, it is really a time of rapid change. Within the chrysalid, the old body parts of the caterpillar are undergoing a remarkable transformation to the beautiful parts that will make up the butterfly

Learn To Fly For $20 by Wranglerbarn Revell Piloto

wranglerbarn — June 03, 2010 — revell piloto is a great little toy airplane for $20
Manufacturer: Revell
Mfgr's recommended min. age: 8+
Our recommended age range: 16+
Recommended use: Outdoors
Radio: 27mhz
Includes:

•Assembled plane
•Transmitter / charger
•Instructions
Requires:
•6 AA batteries for the transmitter
The Piloto aims squarely at the Air Hogs Aero Ace series of planes as its competition. It's a small, simple, lightweight plane for nearly any age. Unlike the Air Hogs planes, though, this one uses very thin, relatively rigid foam, and a single large motor & propeller rather than two:

How To Combat Pistol Press Check by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — June 02, 2010 — How to verify your pistol is loaded and ready to fight.

Mad River Canoe Fishing by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn fishing with Jack mad river canoe

Magpul MS2 Multi Mission Sling Review by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — May 27, 2010 — wranglerbarn — January 24, 2010 — Driven by the operational experience of Magpul DynamicsSM instructors, the MS2 Multi-Mission Sling System was designed to give a versatile weapon-retention solution for a multitude of tactical environments and missions. As a standalone The ASAP Ambidextrous Sling Attachment Point allows a range of motion greater than 180 degrees, enabling true ambidextrous weapon manipulation for both left and right handed shooters. The ASAP replaces the standard AR15/M4 carbine stock receiver end plate, providing a tactical advantage by The PMAG (Polymer MAGazine) is a lightweight 5.56x45 NATO, M-16 compatible magazine. It features an advanced impact resistant polymer construction, a pop-off Impact Cover for storage, and an easy to dissasemble design with a flared floorplate for positive magazine extraction from pouches. PMAG Magpul Original Equipment (MOE) is a line of firearm accessories designed to provide a high-quality, economical alternative to standard weapon parts. The MOE line distinguishes itself with a simplified feature set, but maintains Magpul engineering and material quality. The Magpul MOE Hand Guard for AR15/M16 rifles with carbine-length gas systems combines the light weight of a standard hand guard with modular flexibility. Slots at the two, six, and ten o'clock positions allow for optional mounting of Picatinny rail sections for tactical lights and other The MBUS (Magpul Back-Up Sight) is a low-cost, color injection molded, folding back-up sight.
The dual aperture MBUS Rear Sight is adjustable for windage and fits all mil-spec 1913 Picatinny rail equipped weapons, but is specifically tailored to the AR15/M16/M4 platform. The patent-pending MIAD (MIssion ADaptable) Grip is a drop-in replacement for the standard AR15/M16/M4 pistol grip, designed to improve weapon ergonomics. Interchangeable front and rear straps, as well as a range of storage core options allow the end user to adjust the grip for hand size as well as dynamic mission requirements. All mounting hardware is included. When installed on the base of a rifle magazine, the Magpul provides unsurpassed speed and controllability during high stress, tactical magazine changes.

Durable thermoplastic loop with recessed rough gripping surface. Quick and easy installation and removal. Patented design based upon the tried and true para-cord loops and duct-tape tabs currently in use with special warfare units worldwide. The Magpul Ranger Plate is a floorplate replacement for current issue aluminum USGI 30-round magazines that incorporates an integral loop, floorplate lock, and mag identifier. When installed on the base of a magazine, the Ranger Plate provides unsurpassed speed and controllability during high stress, tactical magazine changes. Developed from the operational experience of the Magpul DynamicsSM team, the B.A.D. Lever (Battery Assist Device) is designed to considerably improve the speed and efficiency of the AR15/M16 bolt catch. The B.A.D. Lever quickly addresses reloading and malfunction clearance shortcomings of AR15/M16 platforms by extending a paddle to the right side of the weapon, allowing manipulation of the bolt stop from the fire control/ready position with the right-hand trigger finger.

Made from milspec-anodized aluminum, the B.A.D. Lever attaches to the standard AR15/M16 bolt release without permanent modification to the weapon. Functional for both left and right-handed shooters, the B.A.D. Lever also allows traditional bolt catch manipulation according to the AR15/M16 manual of arms. All mounting hardware included. wranglerbarn nutnfancy miad grip kit

Home Photography Studio by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — January 20, 2010 — There are many things which separate a professional photographer from an amateur photographer. When it comes to photographing people, perhaps nothing stands more in the way of the transition to advanced photography than a studio. When it comes to studios, it can be easy to get lost in the myriad of features and equipment that can be included. However, at its most basic level, a studio is about just one thing: light. A studio allows the photographer to control the lighting of the subject which allows the photographer to get the best possible shot. Everything else, from props, to backdrops, is extra, something that a photographer might like to have, but not something that will stand in the way of a great photograph. Controlling light comes down to just two things: blocking out unwanted light and adding in desired lighting. The first step in creating your home based studio is to evaluate potential sources of light. Assuming a standard room, this will be the windows, and potentially the door. However, this may also include a skylight, or other light feature.

Depending upon the source and quality of the light, there may be occasions when using the light is warranted. This is particularly true in the case of a window that receives indirect sunlight. Many photography resources mention a north facing window for this purpose, but here in the northern hemisphere, most windows spend at least part of the day receiving indirect sunlight (western windows in the morning for example). However, we want using that light to be a choice, not a requirement, so it is necessary to have a way to block out the light coming from the windows and doors.

If possible, consider installing light blocking shades to eliminate undesirable light sources. Closing the door should be sufficient for most doorways. Keep in mind that there is no need to make the room pitch black. As long as no significantly bright light is cascading in, the man made lights installed in the studio should overwhelm any diffuse light entering the room. Once we have eliminated all the unwanted light, it is time to setup our studio to provide all the light we do want for our home-based photography studio. When it comes to choosing what type of lights to use in a photography studio, there are hundreds of opinions. For the home based studio, any of the various types of lights will work as long as you make the proper adjustments to your photograph techniques and settings. However, keep in mind that a small room will get hot very quickly with hot lights. Also, high powered strobe lights have a tendency to trip circuit breakers which get confused by the sudden surge of power. If youll be using such lights, it will be necessary to provide some sort of power conditioning to avoid this problem.

The more lights available, the more options a photographer has. But, within the limitations of a home studio it is important to realize that great shots can be taken with just a few lights.

Cat Conundrum WROL Off Grid Homestead by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — May 26, 2010 — The long drawn out saga continues. I have been trying to diagnose the reason this cat is not working for over a year. I have rebuilt the transmission, final drives, engine, and still something is not working. Today however I think we may have found the problem. Stay tuned to find out.

870 Defensive Shotgun Modification by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — January 21, 2010 — The misconceptions surrounding the defensive shotgun could easily fertilize California's Imperial Valley for months, if not years. Such statements as "Use a shotgun--you can't miss" or "My 12 gauge will cover that wall" are plain BS. The stuff Hollywood puts out is even more misleading. For the record, you can easily miss with a shotgun, and the pattern covers only very small walls at short yardage. Cinematic scatterguns may lift grown men completely off their feet or stop large cars in their tracks, but real ones don't do anything of the kind. Nevertheless, the shotgun remains an excellent choice of armament for use in home, camp or ranch defense--just about anywhere concealment is not an issue.

Shotguns have a long history in combat roles. They have proven effectiveness in that they launch multiple projectiles. When the sportsman swings his long-barreled Browning Auto-5 at the leader in a wedge of high-flying Canadas, he is using the multiple-projectile concept to increase the probability of a hit. But when he triggers the same firearm at an armed intruder in his home, he is trying for terminal effectiveness--a centered hit on the intruder where all of the pellets strike vital areas.

The point is simple--proper selection of a fighting shotgun and effective ammunition, combined with training, give the defensive shooter one of the most devastating firearms possible. In this article we'll spend a little time on ammo but mostly look into choosing an appropriate shotgun for home defense. How about some yardsticks for choosing a gauge? I believe there is at least some use for anything from a 10 gauge to a 20 gauge. That means 10, 12, 16 and 20 gauge, all of which have some form of buckshot load available. The best choice, by a wide margin, is the 12, which has dozens of different buckshot choices. The 10 gauge is usually large, heavy and inclined to recoil so hard as to be intimidating. Going down the scale, 16s and 20s are OK, but gun and ammunition choices are limited. That leaves the 12, where, again, the ammo choice is very wide.

Also, for about the last 10 years, the American ammunition industry has responded to a law enforcement request for shotgun loads with less recoil. At the same time, it has made most of these 12-gauge loads in such a way that they also shoot much tighter patterns.

Let's consider pellet size. Regular shot runs from No. 12 all the way up to 000 buckshot. The odds-on favorite for combat (read: anti-personnel) use is 00 buck. Double-ought pellets are approximately .33 caliber and weigh around 52 to 54 grains apiece. You can get as many as 12 of them in a 2 3/4-inch "short magnum" shell, but standard and low-recoil loads use either eight or nine pellets. This is probably the best all-around choice. However, there is a low-recoil load from Federal that uses eight 000 pellets that I feel is the best possible compromise. But to be frank, this is an area where there's a lot of leeway. At "inside the house" ranges, 10 to 12 yards is a long shot, and shot size isn't critical. Even No. 8 birdshot will pattern into a six- to eight-inch circle at these distances. And it'll do plenty of damage, too.

What kind of barrel do you want on your fighting scattergun? First of all, you want as short a tube as possible. This is not because a short-barreled shotgun has any ballistic advantage but rather because it handles better in confined spaces like hallways. The legal minimum is 18 inches (as long as that length does not result in a gun with an overall length less than 26 inches). Many shotguns are currently made and sold with 18-inch barrels, so they aren't hard to find. You can have a shorter barrel if you live in a state that permits it, can qualify for the transfer and are willing to pay the $200 Federal Tax Stamp. I am sort of a shotgun nut, so I have a 14-inch 870 Remington, and I guarantee you that it handles much better than an almost identical gun with an 18-inch barrel.

870 Defensive Shotgun Live Fire by Wranglerbarn

wranglerbarn — January 21, 2010 — The misconceptions surrounding the defensive shotgun could easily fertilize California's Imperial Valley for months, if not years. Such statements as "Use a shotgun--you can't miss" or "My 12 gauge will cover that wall" are plain BS. The stuff Hollywood puts out is even more misleading. For the record, you can easily miss with a shotgun, and the pattern covers only very small walls at short yardage. Cinematic scatterguns may lift grown men completely off their feet or stop large cars in their tracks, but real ones don't do anything of the kind. Nevertheless, the shotgun remains an excellent choice of armament for use in home, camp or ranch defense--just about anywhere concealment is not an issue.

Shotguns have a long history in combat roles. They have proven effectiveness in that they launch multiple projectiles. When the sportsman swings his long-barreled Browning Auto-5 at the leader in a wedge of high-flying Canadas, he is using the multiple-projectile concept to increase the probability of a hit. But when he triggers the same firearm at an armed intruder in his home, he is trying for terminal effectiveness--a centered hit on the intruder where all of the pellets strike vital areas.

The point is simple--proper selection of a fighting shotgun and effective ammunition, combined with training, give the defensive shooter one of the most devastating firearms possible. In this article we'll spend a little time on ammo but mostly look into choosing an appropriate shotgun for home defense. How about some yardsticks for choosing a gauge? I believe there is at least some use for anything from a 10 gauge to a 20 gauge. That means 10, 12, 16 and 20 gauge, all of which have some form of buckshot load available. The best choice, by a wide margin, is the 12, which has dozens of different buckshot choices. The 10 gauge is usually large, heavy and inclined to recoil so hard as to be intimidating. Going down the scale, 16s and 20s are OK, but gun and ammunition choices are limited. That leaves the 12, where, again, the ammo choice is very wide.

Also, for about the last 10 years, the American ammunition industry has responded to a law enforcement request for shotgun loads with less recoil. At the same time, it has made most of these 12-gauge loads in such a way that they also shoot much tighter patterns.

Let's consider pellet size. Regular shot runs from No. 12 all the way up to 000 buckshot. The odds-on favorite for combat (read: anti-personnel) use is 00 buck. Double-ought pellets are approximately .33 caliber and weigh around 52 to 54 grains apiece. You can get as many as 12 of them in a 2 3/4-inch "short magnum" shell, but standard and low-recoil loads use either eight or nine pellets. This is probably the best all-around choice. However, there is a low-recoil load from Federal that uses eight 000 pellets that I feel is the best possible compromise. But to be frank, this is an area where there's a lot of leeway. At "inside the house" ranges, 10 to 12 yards is a long shot, and shot size isn't critical. Even No. 8 birdshot will pattern into a six- to eight-inch circle at these distances. And it'll do plenty of damage, too.

What kind of barrel do you want on your fighting scattergun? First of all, you want as short a tube as possible. This is not because a short-barreled shotgun has any ballistic advantage but rather because it handles better in confined spaces like hallways. The legal minimum is 18 inches (as long as that length does not result in a gun with an overall length less than 26 inches). Many shotguns are currently made and sold with 18-inch barrels, so they aren't hard to find. You can have a shorter barrel if you live in a state that permits it, can qualify for the transfer and are willing to pay the $200 Federal Tax Stamp. I am sort of a shotgun nut, so I have a 14-inch 870 Remington, and I guarantee you that it handles much better than an almost identical gun with an 18-inch barrel.