M.I. Grey – Option Gray

Is .38 Special good for self-defense?

The venerable .38 Special cartridge has been around for decades and for most of that time, it has dominated as THE pistol round, but is it still a top-shelf defensive caliber? For decades, the .38...

NHFC Firearms Academy – Handgun Level 1

There is no substitution for training. New Hampshire Firearms Coalition recently developed one of the best foundational courses in the industry. Everyone should get an education like this!

Ruger 10/22: Everything You Need to Know!

Few firearms have the history, following, and total cost of ownership benefits of a Ruger 10/22. Let’s look at this popular plinker.

Chest Rigs vs. Plate Carriers

Plate carriers and chest rigs may not be essential gear for every civilian, but they have their purpose. Option Gray compares and contrasts the two so you can make an informed decision on your next...

How to File an ATF eForm 1: A Step-by-Step Guide

There has been no better time to apply for an ATF tax stamp to build an NFA firearm. Option Gray’s step-by-step guide shows you how easy it is to eForm your application.

Bug Out Bags: 3 different types with gear (Long Trip Home Bag)

What kind of bag do you need and what do you need to carry in it? Let's get into the weeds and see if we can offer some clarity.

About the Author

M. I. Grey is a father, a husband, a perpetual learner, a suburban commuter, and a writer about his greatest passion…preparedness. From long-term food storage, medical knowledge/supplies, to security. As consummate learners, he and his family now cures meat, preps bulk foods, pressure cans, hunts, fishes, practices defensive shooting, reloads ammo, and keeps up basic trauma medical skills, gardens, forages for wild plants and mushrooms, and practices ham radio skills. Most recently, he and his family purchased an off-grid vacation home where they recently built out a complete solar system and wired the camp for a few luxuries (lights, ceiling fan, refrigeration). His 9-5 job involves a long commute that averages 90 minutes each way. During this time he listens to many podcasts and has devoured too many audiobooks to count. While the drive is an immense time commitment, he uses it as an essential part of his continuing education. He is dedicated to the learning process and improving my skills through practice and formal instruction. During the past quarter-century, he has tried to take one or two classes per year including LFI 1 (Now known as MAG 40), SigArms Bullets and Bandages: (3-day trauma-medicine and firearms class), GORUCK Constellation, and Expedition (urban and wilderness survival), and Ed Calderon’s Counter Custody (Levels I & II), to name a few. He loves the process of learning almost as much as he loves sharing. Every article he writes he uses as a means to share what he’s learned.

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