The Beretta 92 has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable 9mm semi-automatic pistols. First adopted by the U.S. military in 1985 as the M9, the 92 series has since served faithfully in…

There’s a moment — sometimes small, sometimes sharp — when you realize the weight of being responsible for your own safety. Maybe it’s a stranger lingering too long in a parking lot. Maybe it’s a…

Originally published March 2018 It took a little while to get the new SIG Sauer P365 because it was the talk of SHOT Show (2018) and among the sales staff at Vance Outdoors in Columbus, Ohio. Every…

In much of this country, we’ve hit the time of year in which it can get cold enough to kill you. Most of us already know we’re in for months of shorter daylight, unpredictable storms and icy roads.…

Sometimes the changing of seasons or a variation in routine can nudge us toward a new everyday carry gear. But there can also be specific moments in life that force us to rethink our EDC, whether it…

One of the crucial decisions you’ll make when it comes to concealed carry is choosing between an inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster and an outside-the-waistband (OWB) holster. You may wonder which…

When it comes to selecting the right self-defense ammunition, understanding the key differences between hollow-point ammo and full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds is crucial. Each type has its own…

After nearly a year of anticipation, the Mantis Titan X has officially launched, and it lives up to the hype. My early hands-on experience with a pre-production unit hinted at its groundbreaking…

Originally published August 2016, Updated November 2025 When I first reviewed the Glock 27 in 2016, I gave it the title of best pistol for concealed carry. At the time, this compact 9+1 capacity…

Christmas is right around the corner, and it can be one of the busiest — and most stressful — season for holiday shopping. Sometimes, for us ladies, that can be a daunting task and, while navigating…

Carrying a firearm isn’t for everyone, and even for those who do, there are times and places where a gun isn’t an option. While less-lethal tools like pepper spray or tear gas can be effective, they…

The goal of using a pistol for self-defense is simple and absolute: stop the threat before the threat stops you. But stopping a violent attacker requires more than owning a handgun. It demands realistic training, an understanding of anatomy and the ability to deliver accurate shots under stress.

Originally published April 2019, Updated November 2025 Since Glock launched the G42 five years ago, the gun world has learned to expect capable single-stacks from a company once dominated by…

Ah… the holidays are fast upon us. Can’t you just smell the cinnamon? Taste the pumpkin spice? Feel the family tension thick enough to slice with a carving knife? If gatherings aren’t touchy enough…

I’ve been using Streamlight flashlights since 1986, when I was with the Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Police Department. My first was a friend’s rechargeable Streamlight SL-20 halogen flashlight that…

It’s that time of year again — the season of shopping, giving and trying to find the perfect present for the people you care about. For some of us, that means heading to the gun counter instead of…

Originally published April 2020 The perfect full-powered everyday carry (EDC) pistol has long been sought by both industry experts and gun owners. And in today’s saturated defensive handgun market,…

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to show your loved ones you care than by giving the gift of safety and preparedness? The United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA®) offers a…

My kids are getting excited about trick-or-treating for Halloween. And I am busy scouring social media advertisements for school fall festivals, Halloween events at local parks and trunk-or-treat…

The vehicles closed around her like a pack of predators in the night. Milli Stanford-Miles jerked her tiny loaner Mini Cooper hard left and then back right, tires shrieking as she fought for space. Just feet behind loomed the white Lexus sedan that had smashed into her bumper minutes earlier.