A firearms instructor should remain current on ammunition ballistics and testing relevant to his or her area of expertise. New products are continually introduced, making staying up-to-date with all…

Since today, March 2, is National Read Across America Day (inspired by the birthday of the beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss), I thought it might be fun to do a book roundup for gun owners and 2A…

Coffee has been the American soldier’s most valued ration for more than 150 years. By 1832, President Andrew Jackson, a former soldier himself, ordered that it replace rum, whiskey and brandy in each…

You hear it all the time: “What can I do today to help further gun rights?” Well, one concrete step you can take — today — is to vote for Concealed Carry Magazine in the American Society of Magazine…

I own a variety of electric stun guns I can carry for less-lethal defense while I’m out jogging, walking or cycling. Whether it’s a Taser Bolt, Pulse or StrikeLight (or another brand’s device), I…

A subject that students and instructors alike tend to consider secondary in the evolution of training is equipment maintenance. In the case of an EDC sidearm, when the need arises, it must work…

I know that Christmas has come and gone, but I wanted to address a gift-giving trend that has gained some attention and traction over the past few years (especially on social media): the “four-gift…

Dear Mr. President,  On behalf of the more than 550,000 members of the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) and the more than 500 employees at our Wisconsin headquarters and around the country, I…

Editor’s Note: The three-part story that follows, which originally appeared in Concealed Carry Magazine‘s January 2021 issue, is an account of a self-defense incident that occurred in North Carolina…

Editor’s Note: The three-part story that follows, which originally appeared in Concealed Carry Magazine‘s January 2021 issue, is an account of a self-defense incident that occurred in North Carolina…

Editor’s Note: The three-part story that follows, which originally appeared in Concealed Carry Magazine‘s January 2021 issue, is an account of a self-defense incident that occurred in North Carolina…

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 will…

Mike Maloney understands carburetors, spark plugs and the complicated electronic systems that make automobiles move. He knows the joy of piecing together metal parts and rubber gaskets, clamps and…

There is no doubt that we are experiencing an ammo shortage of historic proportions — one that makes the ammo shortages of the Obama and Clinton eras pale in comparison. I don’t think anyone could…

Gun-rights advocates know that the only reliable way to stop an active attack is with effective return fire. We know that some level of resistance — even marginal resistance — can slow or stop an…

Back in March 2020, I reviewed the Sandrin TCK 2.0 Slipjoint Tungsten Carbide knife. Marketed by Cabot Guns, the Sandrin TCK 2.0’s claim to fame is its StaySharp blade. I was very impressed with it…

SIG Sauer is recognized as one of the premier gun manufacturers in the world. Its guns are the weapons of choice for numerous elite government agencies and armed professionals around the globe. So…

U.S. Concealed Carry Association Director of Content Kevin Michalowski examines seven brand-new knives from Kai USA/Kershaw. Kershaw’s Senior Designer, Jim Macnair, joins in to provide highlights of…

Along with several local representatives, county chairpersons and speakers — including former Sen. Paul Sanford and Reps. Barry Moore and Mo Brooks — I had an opportunity to speak at a “Free the…

“OK, Beth. You’ve just arrived home. But there’s somebody in your house … and your loved ones need your help.” Those were the precise directives given to me by my instructor and range officer Chris…