Articles by John L. Battersby

John retired from a 16-year-long law enforcement career where he got to experience everything from working in the areas of corrections, uniform patrol, special operations, and law enforcement instruction. His love of the firearms hobby helped John gravitate to the law enforcement profession and resulted in his eventual appointment to his agency's training division as a general law enforcement instructor, teaching many topics, including firearms and tactics.
How to Load AR15 Mags with Stripper Clips

How to Load AR15 Magazines with Stripper Clips and Stripper Clip Guide

November 16, 2023
Edited June 27, 2025 1283 view(s)
Rattlesnake Tactical Range Bag

Gear Review: Rattlesnake Tactical Medium Range Bag

March 14, 2023
Edited June 27, 2025 447 view(s)
Springfield DS Prodigy Review

Gun Review: Springfield DS Prodigy - Part 2

March 13, 2023
Edited October 4, 2024 1358 view(s)
Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy

Gun Review: The Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy

March 3, 2023
Edited June 27, 2025 2061 view(s)
Rattlesnake Tactical Medium Backpack

Gear Review - Rattlesnake Tactical Medium Backpack

February 28, 2023
Edited September 26, 2024 555 view(s)
SHOT Show 2023 Final Recap

Recap of SHOT Show 2023

February 3, 2023
Edited June 27, 2025 140 view(s)
Shot Show 2023 Top Firearms and Accessories

Top Firearms and Gear - Day 2 SHOT Show 2023

January 19, 2023
Edited June 28, 2025 372 view(s)
Shot Show 2023 Top Gear and Accessories

2023 SHOT Show Day 1 - Best Gear and Accessories

January 18, 2023
Edited June 28, 2025 306 view(s)
Shot Show 2023 Day 1 Highlights

2023 SHOT Show Day 1 - Best Handguns and Rifles

January 18, 2023
Edited January 2, 2025 518 view(s)
SHOT Show 2023 - New, Featured Products

Top Ten Products I’m Excited to See at Shot Show 2023

December 19, 2022
Edited September 30, 2024 5777 view(s)