Most people who apply for a concealed carry permit fail to take into consideration that effective concealed carry is actually a lifestyle change. Approximately 80 percent of the licensed students I work with report that they usually don’t carry on a daily basis. Most say they carry only in their vehicle or while traveling. Along […]
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The Arguments For Owning More Than One Handgun
Many people new to concealed carry take that big step of purchasing their first handgun—and stop there. If you’re interested enough in carrying a gun to be reading this article, then you’re likely one of the majority of handgun owners who would benefit from owning two or more handguns. Why? The reasons are numerous. Let’s […]
6 Commonly Misused Gun Terms
The internet is filled with people whose confidence is bolstered by the fact that they have a screen in front of them, instead of actual people. These people like to pick on other folks for using the wrong terminology and it often drives people away. Don’t get me wrong, I believe words are important. I […]
Kel Tec PMR 30 Review
Kel-Tec PMR 30 Review There’s a lot to love about the 22 WMR cartridge. Powerful and fast enough to take down up to medium-size game with a well-placed shot, so light you can pack hundreds of rounds in your kit and not be weighed down, and easy on the ears–at least when compared to centerfire […]
Sticky Holster Review: Pocket Edition
Sticky Holster Review Updated from original review written on August 1, 2017. I’ve now owned my Sticky Holster for more than 4 years and still use it on a fairly regular basis. In fact, I used it today with my little snub nosed revolver. My primary method of carry with this specific Sticky Holster is […]
Best AR-15 Manufacturers and Brands [2021]
Who makes the best AR-15s? Top Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Bravo Company Daniel Defense FN Herstal LaRue Tactical Lewis Machine and Tool (LMT) LWRC Noveske POF SIG Sauer Geissele Best Mid-Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Aero Precision Colt CMMG Best Budget Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Palmetto State Armory Ruger S&W Rock River Why the AR-15? I think we can […]
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 […]
Why Is My Pistol Shooting Left Or Low and Left?
Being able to land accurate shots on target whether in a defensive scenario, target practice, or in a competition is kind of important. If you are not hitting the center of your target, the good news is that we can figure out what is going on just by looking at your target and then your […]
Why I Carry A Loaded Gun (With A Round In The Chamber)
Carrying an unloaded gun doesn’t make anyone safer, except for the bad guys. When it comes to self-defense, there is almost nothing that boggles my mind more than when I hear people carrying an unloaded gun for “self-defense.” I see it in forums all the time, and there are plenty of these types of sayings […]
Mantis X Review: The Dry Fire Tool I Trust
MantisX Review Dry firing is one of the most essential aspects about getting better with your chosen firearm, whether a long gun or a pistol. Dry firing your gun is exactly what it sounds like: Firing your gun, empty. No ammo is necessary, and in fact, it is unsafe to dry fire with live ammo […]
