The purpose of keeping and bearing a firearm, whether in your house or on your person, is to save lives. When avoidance and de-escalation fail, the firearm becomes a last resort to stop a deadly…

If you were to count every revolver model and variant on the market, the tally would climb into the hundreds. Depending on the production year and model, your revolver might have three, four or five…

Finding the right holster can be a challenge, especially when your handgun features rail-mounted accessories like a laser or weapon light. In this review, I return to a lingering problem: securing a…

Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…

Check out the Justin Peters video review above of the rock Rock River Arms LAR-15M BT-2 Operator ATR. The Rock River Arms LAR-15M BT-2 Operator ATR features include… Caliber:  5.56mm NATO Chamber for…

The Byrna gun lineup has quickly become the gold standard in non-lethal self-defense weapons for private citizens. Byrna’s timing couldn’t have been better — civil unrest is rising, and police…

For many responsibly armed Americans, getting to the gun range regularly just isn’t practical. Between busy schedules, limited access and rising ammunition costs, even the most dedicated gun trainee…

Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…

Open carry refers to the practice of carrying a firearm in public where it is fully or partially visible to others — whether in a holster or not. It is distinct from concealed carry, which involves…

When I heard that Smith & Wesson was introducing its own American-made lever-action rifle, I received the news with enthusiasm. That was because another high-quality, top-tier firearms manufacturer…

Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task armed Americans must undertake. To help with that, we’ve provided a…

Everyone I’ve ever taken shooting at an outdoor range loved the adventure. But if this is your first time at a shooting range, especially one outdoors, it can feel a bit intimidating. No worries —…

American firearms manufacturer Ruger has a history of manufacturing many innovative and iconic handguns that withstand the test of time. The latest addition to the Ruger Max-9 lineup, Model 3515, is…

If you frequently shoot a firearm with a weapon light attached, you’ve likely encountered a frustrating issue: carbon buildup from the muzzle blast that gradually clouds the lens. This carbon buildup…

In a world of polymer-framed pistols, there’s something enduring about the steel, precision and history of the 1911. A well-made 1911 is a thing of beauty and a reliable carry gun, but owning one…

When companies design products for military use that can also be adapted for civilian use, civilians often come out ahead. The biggest advantage is that gear designed for military use is incredibly…

Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…

In today’s world, the threat of a swarm attack, where multiple attackers target a single individual, is a real and growing concern. Whether it’s a group attack in a parking lot, a multiple-attackers…

A common question when it comes to personal defense is “What is the best weapon for self-defense?” And the answer might surprise you: a good flashlight. Whether a concealed carry permit holder in a…

As a 21-year-old seeking a career in law enforcement, I didn’t yet understand the struggle to see firearms sights several “old guys” wrote about in gun publications of the time. But I do now. The…