I know I’m going to catch some heat from at least some of you on this, and that’s okay. We’re all at different stages of the journey for our preparedness when it comes to self-defense. While I don’t think training should be required for people to enjoy their Second Amendment rights, I do believe that […]
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The 4 Basic Firearms Safety Rules
The necessity to be safe while “gun training” cannot be overemphasized … There are rules. The rules must be followed or people could get hurt. Really, that’s how it is with all aspects of life from the job you have, to raising your children, to driving down the road. Take, for example, the simple stop […]
Handguns: 13 Things You Need To Know
There are a lot of new gun owners coming into the mix lately, and if that’s you — Welcome! But this whole thing can be daunting. There are a lot of terms that you should know, different things about your handgun that you have to figure out, and as I’m sure you’ve found out, going […]
What Is The Best Way To Sell My Gun?
You’ve bought a gun you’re no longer in to, or maybe you’re looking to trade up for a new one. Whatever the reason, sometimes you just want to sell your firearm — and that’s okay. There is a certain way you should do it though, to make sure you stay out of trouble with the […]
Rock Island Armory Releases First Striker Pistol Called STK 100
In a strange turn of events, Rock Island Armory, one of the biggest 1911 manufacturers in the world, has recently announced their newest addition: A 17 round, striker fired 9mm pistol. The gun is called the STK 100 and is an aluminum framed handgun that weights 28.8 ounces, unloaded, and comes with a 4.5″ barrel. […]
Concealed Carry: 22 Things You Need To Know
Recent history has shown us that there are more gun owners than ever before. We’re also being shown that there are also more concealed carriers than ever before. At least a part of the reason why this is, is because of the pandemic and a certain amount of uncertainty that came with it. 8.5 million […]
Publicly Traded Hunting Companies, and How You Can Buy In
A lot of gun folks don’t know or haven’t been told that there are outdoor, gun or gun-related companies that you can publicly trade in the open market. This is just another one of the ways that you can support the companies you like, while also making back some money at the same time. Please […]
Lessons Learned For the Next Time the SHTF
No matter what your thoughts on the pandemic, election, ammo shortages, etc., actually are, one thing is hopefully true for all of us — it has taught us something. For me, I was taught just how unprepared I actually was. I want to be clear on something that I think is very important, and that […]
Why You NEED To Talk To Your Kids About Gun Safety
You need to talk to your kids about gun safety. I’m not gonna lie, I’m growing tired of this conversation. Just when I thought I couldn’t have this talk again, I see a news story about another kid who died because his parents were stupid. To be honest, this is not something I’ve covered in […]
Concealed Carry Tips, Part 1: How To Not Give Away Your Tactical Advantage
It should come as no surprise to anyone at this point that I’m an advocate of concealed carry over open carry. I have no problem with carrying openly if that’s what you want to do and I have done it myself on more than one occasion. But, I prefer concealed carry for a few strict […]
