Category Archives: Zombie Apocalypse
The Zombie Apocalypse, Part 2: What kind of Zombies are we talking about?
Just what are we dealing with here?
Jonathan Glazer, 17 July 2015
The available information on zombie outbreaks has, unfortunately, been unclear regarding the exact nature of the threat. Of course we all know they are humanoid in appearance. They look somewhat like us. They walk on two legs, if they have them, and they are not friendly. Beyond that, there is disagreement about some of the variables. Are they fast or slow? Early zombies, as depicted by George Romero were slow ambling creatures that gradually made their way to you only to rip you to shreds in the course of eating your innards. The idea was that as they decomposed, their ability to make athletic use of their muscles was seriously compromised. More recent depictions show them as fast moving predators that run at full speed and do not tire. I find this a terrifying concept. The British versions endorse this by introducing zombiism as a virus which causes the infected to virtually explode in a rage fueled by overproduction of adrenaline.
The Zombie Apocalypse, Part 1: Are You Ready?
Why Zombies, and Why Now?
Jonathan Glazer, 3 July 2015
If you are questioning the need for a zombie themed discussion, you are not alone. After all, isn’t it a bit late for something like this? I have a picture of me killing a zombie in Gerber’s booth at the SHOT show a few years ago. Clearly the zombie trend is not exactly cutting edge. Perhaps this should have happened shortly before Hornady released their Z Max ammunition.
My response is that now is the perfect time for us to talk about zombies. Recreational shooting has taken a beating in the wake of the tragedy in Connecticut. People who were once proud to sport firearm themed attire are currently running scared and feeling outgunned in the public arena. The threat of punitive legislation lingers in the air with the possibility that many things we previously took for granted might become contraband. While guns can and have been used for evil, they also have been used for good. Many people are walking around today in perfect health because they or a member of their family used a firearm as a tool for defense. The exact number of people still alive due to the defensive use of guns can never be accurately calculated, but they know who they are. The end result of any further anti gun legislation will be a reduced ability to defend oneself as well as their family members and loved ones.
