Updated from November 2018 and April 2021. This list of the best 9mm pistols has been evolving over the past four or five years. It started out as a short list of seven or so pistols, grew to about 20 with the last iteration, and is being shortened back down again as I’m done trying […]
Concealed Carry
How Can I Defend Myself If I’m Under 21?
Another question I see asked on internet forums dedicated to concealed carry and self-defense, is regarding those individuals who are not yet of legal age to buy or carry a firearm. Truth be told, you are limited on what you can do if you are under the age of legally being able to carry a […]
New from Bond Arms: A Trio of 22LR Double Barrel Derringers
Bond Arms double-barrel handguns, manufactured in Granbury, Texas have been around since 1995. Without any hesitation I can report they are tough and well-made and are known for their outstanding fit and finish on every gun they build. Always looking for new and innovative ideas, Bond Arms has just released three well known models of […]
5 Industry-Wide Practices That Are False
There are a lot of practices that are industry-wide that many would have you believe are correct. Not only are they not correct, they’re sometimes dangerous. These are things that, as far as I can tell, need to go away completely, or at least be fixed. Some of these are based in merit and have […]
An Often Unthought Of Way To Better Prepare Yourself For Self-Defense
If you carry a gun for self-defense, or plan to, it is a commitment that cannot be taken lightly. It is your job before you ever even have to draw your pistol to be as prepared as possible, so you can actually defend yourself. This article is meant to help you get better prepared for […]
Why Training To Shoot And Move Could Save Your Life
It’s no secret that I’m a big proponent of concealed carry (or open carry if you’re so inclined). I think that every person in the United States should carry a gun for self-defense. The reasons why are numerous, but suffice it to say that you cannot rely on anyone, including the government, to save you. […]
Should I Carry With A Round In The Chamber?
Over time, I’ve admittedly began to run out of things to write about concerning guns. If you look, our humble little blog has nearly 800 posts on it, most of which are written by me. It should come as no surprise that I’ve got nothing left to say. So, it’s nice when I can look […]
Springfield Armory Emissary 1911 Review
Earlier this year, Springfield Armory released a new variant of its unique 1911, the Emissary. This new gun is a 9mm, commander-size gun with a 4.25-inch barrel. Like its stablemates in the Emissary barn, this latest edition has a lot to offer for the 1911 aficionado. This and others in the Emissary series are striking […]
Good Guy With A Gun is NOT A Myth And Other Facts
Once again we see that a good guy with a gun is not only capable, but necessary to stop a threat. It happens more than can ever be reported on, and the anti-gun crowd despise the stories where a good Samaritan stops a mass shooting from taking place. Why? Because it doesn’t fit their narrative […]
How To Be The Grey Man in a Crowd
A grey man is one who fits in. He doesn’t look tactical in any way and fits in like he is supposed to be there. Please know that when I say “man” I’m also including the better looking, not to mention smarter, of our species. Then again, women tend to fit in better than men […]
