Home Defense for the Family Unit

We have already discussed home defense planning in a previous article but, when you start adding family members to the mix of violent encounters, things become exponentially more complicated. Which is why having a plan not just for yourself, but for everyone in your household, is vital to ensuring the best possible outcome for all […]

The Myriad of Ways to Carry Concealed

The number of ways you can carry a handgun for personal protection is almost as vast as the number of firearms available to choose from. Since the advent of pistols themselves, humans have come up with a variety of ingenious and sometimes risky methods of concealing firearms. We’re going to focus on the concealed carry […]

Ammunition Selection

It would probably be impossible to count the number of places that exist on the internet dedicated to “the best gun” or “how to choose a gun”. There are, unfortunately, far fewer outlets taking the time to educate consumers on the nuances of ammunition selection. The unfortunate irony is that, ultimately, the ammunition you load […]

What To Know When Traveling With Firearms

Much like traveling for any extended period, preparation is key when traveling with firearms. If you understand the rules and know how they apply where you are going, you’ll have a hassle-free experience. On the other hand, if you don’t understand what you’re walking into your trip can be severely impacted by bringing a firearm […]

Travel Security

We previously discussed how to travel with firearms for personal protection on the road. But there are a number of reasons why you may not be able to travel with a firearm at all. Whether this is because of your required routes/stops in prohibitive areas, business travel which prevents the carry of firearms, or you’re […]

Sizes And Styles Of Handguns, Which Is Best For You?

One of the most confusing parts of selecting a firearm is the vast array of options. Specifically discussing handguns, there are a plethora of manufacturers, and even if you narrow down the manufacturer you prefer there are more calibers than the ubiquitous 9mm. You can take a few basic steps, however, that will help smooth […]

Unwanted Holiday Shoppers

It is an unfortunate reality that many of us have accepted the scourge of “porch pirating” as part and parcel of modern Christmas chaos.   You know the holiday shopper who is happy to shop off someone else’s house porch. With the shipping industry running essentially 24/7, and many of us working extra hours or […]

Low Light Training

The world is in darkness 50% of the time so, if you carry a firearm for self defense and you’re not practicing for low-light shooting, there is a 50% chance you will be guessing on your own performance in a life-or-death encounter. While leaving your life-saving abilities to chance is a risky, and arguably irresponsible, […]

Silencers, What to Know and Why Everyone Should Have One

With a myriad of firearm accessories available in an ever-expanding market, one peripheral attachment stands above the rest. Silencers (also known as suppressors or cans) offer a unique set of benefits that will last a lifetime if not longer. If you are considering your first silencer purchase, or have never considered a silencer purchase before, […]

Selecting A Handgun

Much like anything else in life worthy of investing time, selecting a handgun is deeply personal and should be something that takes time to determine how it fits your individual needs.