Jason Schaller

Jason Schaller is the Founder and Creator of The Rogue Banshee, a DIY gunsmith, cybersecurity veteran, and self-reliance advocate. With over 40 years of firearms experience and 28+ years in IT and cybersecurity, Jason breaks down complex firearm maintenance, repairs, and product reviews into no-fluff, real-world education. His mission? Help everyday gun owners build confidence, master their gear, and live free on their own terms.

80% 1911 for under $400 build adventure

Can You Still Build an 80% 1911 in 2025 for under $400? Here’s What It Took Me Then—and What It Takes Now There are two kinds of gun builds: the ones you enjoy, and the ones that make you question every life decision that brought you there. This was the latter. Back in 2020, I […]

Tools used in the 1911 Series 70 Videos

Thinking about working on your 1911 and not sure what tools you’ll need? This guide breaks down the tools I used (or close replacements) during my complete Series 70 1911 disassembly and reassembly process. You’ll find links to the exact or comparable tools I trust—plus links to the video that shows each step in action. […]

Magazine Compatibility for Firearms: Quit Feeding the Fail

Magazine compatibility for firearms isn’t like mixing socks. You can’t just shove any magazine into your gun. Try it, and congrats—you now have a single-shot pistol. Let’s have a little fun with our Wednesday Meme! Why Magazines Aren’t All the Same Companies make magazines different on purpose. Small parts like springs and shapes matter. Using […]

Break Free: Stop Letting Them Control Your Life

Break Free, You work hard. You try to build a better life. But the system is not built to help you. It’s built to keep you in place—comfortable enough to stay quiet, but never strong enough to take control. Everything around you is designed to make you dependent on something else. Need food? Prices keep […]