New Ayoob Book Out 09/22/08

Gee, Mas... How stereotypical... A photosafari vest...

Next cover, a tie-dye with an Hawaiian shirt over it? Puhleeze?

Ive got one on hold when they come in at my local B&N.

I think I'll pick it up regardless of what he's wearing.

Most of the world is oblivious to what others are doing and/or wearing.

I like my Hawaiian shirts, though my t-shirts aren't tie-dyed.

I'll probably buy the book - who cares what he's wearing for the cover of it? What would you suggest?

I have no idea, but I'm skimming Calvin Klein's biography for defensive shooting tips.

Next cover, a tie-dye with an Hawaiian shirt over it? Puhleeze?

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It's funny, I sort of agree with you but then I realize that the "real world" has absolutely NO clue about this.

The Tommy Bahama shirt has taken off around here as the thing to wear and I was more than happy to jump on that bandwagon since it makes carrying so much easier.

As for the photo vests I think they look dorky but I bet if you did a street poll of the "average dude" walking down the street he would never mention guns as a reason for wearing them.

People are clueless.

Pao, please post a review when you finish reading it.

That's not Mas in the photo. What the publisher puts on the cover isn't necessarily controlled by the author, and in this case, I would catagorically say he had nothing to do with it.

First off, he would not be pointing his gun at his arm.

Secondly, he would not be carrying in condition three.

I'll e-mail him and perhaps he will come on here and talk about the new book.

I agree with Marty Hayes; that is not Mas in that cover photo. Publishers do that kind of thing. Another of Mas' books has a stupid cover photo, with a photo that does not show Mas, _The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery_. It is a good read, too; just ignore the silly gun-handling shown in the cover photo.

To the OP, thanks for the heads-up. I always enjoy reading what Mr. Ayoob has to say.

Who cares what's on the cover, it's the information inside that's important.

But you do have to admit that the Hawaiian shirt thing is kewler...

Either way, did you happen to notice the gun?

Kimber SIS is a rather expensive piece for a prop

As for the photo vests I think they look dorky

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Better than a fanny pack.

I wish concealed carry wear was not so CONCEALED CARRY /operator wear.

Is the book new material or a collection of Gun Digest short articles?

I'll be at LFI on Oct 6-10th betcha I can get an autographed copy.

I confirmed with Mas, the cover photo was the publisher's doing, not his...

Anyone who has written published material has suffered from the editor or art director.

Hi, Marty!

Reading the book is better than looking at the cover. Lots of carry, draw, and situational tactics I've seen reference to, but not covered well elsewhere.

The discussion on why "hollow point ammo is more humane" is very enlightening in our litigation prone world. And the comparison about going nude and carrying concealed is hilarious and accurate!

The part on ball ammo refers to internet posts, and how the "too bad about the innocent bystanders" could be used against someone in court.

I'm pretty much reading it at work on breaks - I keep it concealed in a business folder.

Mas Ayoob

I've started the book and like it so far. I like the fact that he doesn't nearly ignore revolvers, like some others seem to.

"Most of the world is oblivious to what others are doing and/or wearing."

Would hafta agree w/ that observation.

"Where is the weapon with which I enforce your bondage? You give it to me every time you open your mouth." -- Frank Herbert

I read it and enjoyed it as much as his other books.

Cool I make sure I get one.I just want to read the book. Darn it's not Mas in the pic?

Mas can you sign my book? I really would be honored.

Be happy to, Mrs. Armoredman. You too, Threefeathers, and I look forward to meeting you soon.

As Marty said, that ain't me on the cover. That was done at Krause and the state by state law guide came from NRA.

Anything else in the book you anyone doesn't like, well, they can blame me.

best,
Mas (sorry to come in late)