We’ve compiled a list of our most visited blog posts in 2020. There is a diverse assortment of topics ranging from livestreams with industry experts about safety and other subjects that came up during the COVID-19 outbreak to gun reviews and comparisons to tips to store your ammo. So kick back and enjoy our top blog posts. You’ll easily see why these blog posts were the most popular in 2020.
“Keeping Your AR-15 Pistol Build Within Legal Limits,” by Scott W. Wagner
The modern AR-15 pistol, obtained complete at the time of purchase or assembled with user-selected components — is extremely popular these days. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) approval included a number of legal requirements for those who want to assemble their own pistol from select components. The restrictions apply to anyone who shoots any such pistol, including one purchased from the factory. Failure to understand these requirements could result in legal problems. (Read more.)
“How to Properly Store Ammo,” by Bob Campbell
How you store ammo is at least as important as how you store your firearms. After all, without ammunition, a firearm isn’t any more useful than a stick or a club. These tips, points and cautions will work well to keep your ammunition supply fresh and uncontaminated. (Read more.)
“When Social Tension Spikes: Advice From a Warrior,” by the U.S. Concealed Carry Association
John Lovell, founder of the Warrior Poet Society, sits down with Steve Fischer, U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s training operations manager, to discuss the rise of unrest and why ALL Americans need to be prepared for the worst. Find out what you can do right now to avoid, de-escalate and defend yourself from danger during these times of mayhem. These are hard lessons that we can take away by studying these events to become ultimate protectors. (Read more.)
“Gun Stance: Right Hand, Left Eye — Cross-Dominant Shooting Aim,” by Tom Givens
If you teach a large number of students like I do, you will find a surprising percentage who are cross-dominant. That means they are dominant with one hand, but their dominant eye is on the other side of the body. An example of being cross-dominant would be a shooter who is right-handed but aims with his or her left eye. (Read more.)
“Head to Head: .32 ACP vs. .380 ACP,” by Scott W. Wagner
For those who are new to the game, “ACP” stands for “Automatic Colt Pistol.” The .32 ACP was developed by John Moses Browning — the greatest firearms inventor of all time — in 1899 for use in the M1900 and later the M1903 semi-automatic “pocket pistol.” Perhaps we should give modern .32 ACP more respect than it’s gotten of late. (Read more.)
“What Are the Types of Guns?” by Tom McHale
First, if you’re new to the world of guns and shooting … welcome! Glad to have you joining millions of other law-abiding citizens enjoying fun, competition and the peace of mind to protect yourself and your family. Second, you’re about to see just how confusing things can be. We’re talking about new terminology, mastering new skills and a seemingly infinite amount of gear from which to choose. Don’t feel bad if you’re overwhelmed. We were all at that stage at one point. (Read more.)
“Gun Review: Glock 43X,” by Tom McHale
After spending some time with the Glock 43X, I can say this is an ideal carry pistol. It offers the benefits of light weight, slim profile and easy concealment. Those are attributes shared by quite a few pistols. What’s more unique in this case is the handling. Its ease of handling provides the confidence you’ll want should you ever have to use it in a less recreational situation. (Read more.)
“Preserving American Freedom in the Face of the Coronavirus: Why the Firearms Industry Is Essential,” by the U.S. Concealed Carry Association
There are efforts by some in the political arena to use COVID-19 to further erode gun rights. As uncertainty grows, people must be paying attention to the actions of some politicians in order to preserve these inalienable rights now and in the future. Tim Schmidt, president and founder of the U.S. Concealed Carry Association, welcomes Joe Bartozzi, president and CEO of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association of the firearms industry. Bartozzi and the NSSF have been paying very close attention to the actions of politicians across the country, and he will be discussing what can be done to protect the Second Amendment and our right to keep and bear arms in the United States. (Read more.)
“Firearms Face-Off: Glock 43 vs. SIG P365,” by Kat Ainsworth
When SIG officially launched its P365, my social media feed was inundated with its praises from both inside and outside the gun industry. Single-stack 9mms have certainly been front-and-center for some time now, and SIG’s 2018 drop was met with the expected fanfare. Now that some time has passed, let’s go ahead and run a comparison: SIG P365 versus Glock 43. It might surprise you which one came out on top … or not. (Read more.)
