M1 Carbines are not known for their reliability. Whether because of their age or inherent shortcomings in the design itself, … 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
Using The M1 Carbine for Self-Defense
Are there any good reasons to rely on a 75 year old piece of history like the M1 Carbine for … Continued
.30 Carbine Ammo Testing
It’s Part 2 of our M1 Carbine Mini-Series! Today, we’re going to take a look at some 30 carbine ammo … Continued
Why I Really Like The M1 Carbine
The M1 Carbine is everyone’s favorite little rifle from WWII. Well, maybe not everyone’s. For a lot of people, it’s … Continued
Self-Defense Ammo for Pistol Caliber Carbines
You’ve probably put serious thought and research into what self-defense ammo to carry in your pistols. Can you count on … Continued
Don’t Glock Yourself: A Review of the Striker Control Device
There’s a ton of talk out there about an accessory for Glock pistols called the Striker Control Device. It seems … Continued
Start Shooting Better Episode 13: How to Practice Shooting
We’re doing something a little different for this episode of Start Shooting Better. We’re going to talk about how to … Continued
Evolution of the Smith & Wesson Snub Nose
The first Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver hit the market in 1950, but the basic design it’s derived from goes … Continued