Choosing the right concealed carry holster is as important as choosing the right gun. Just as you would never drop a couple million on a Bugatti Chiron and top off the oil reservoir with some…

Learning what to look for in a good holster is equally as important as how to buy quality first firearm because good load-bearing gear will allow you to carry said firearm. For beginners, a sturdy…

Buying a first gun can seem like a Herculean task to those who are new to concealed carry. There are several steps involved in how to buy a gun. They include research, testing and price comparisons.…

Selecting your concealed carry holster is crucial for your personal safety and the safety of those around you. With no shortage of manufacturers and places to buy a gun holster, purchasing this…

Using science to improve decision-making is something for which I strive. As a result, I have devised a systematic process to follow when I’m purchasing a new handgun. A systematic process allows you…

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not the most skilled in body movements or kinesthetics. So when I recently had the opportunity to go mountain biking after a lapse of nearly 20 years, I was a bit…

If you are thinking of buying a gun, the best thing you can do is educate yourself before you walk into the gun store or up to the gun counter of that big outdoor retailer. To that end, here are a…

First introduced in 1884, the .22 LR cartridge excels as a beginner’s first handgun. Four factors contribute to its serving newbies well: low cost, non-existent recoil, low noise and inherent…

Have you ever wanted to strategically map out your firearms training journey to meet specific goals? Or do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the amount of training content and need some guidance on…

Popular cartridges have become so due to good performance. For more than 100 years, the standard self-defense cartridges have been .38 Special, 9mm and .45 ACP. Concealed carriers are looking for…

Hearing protection should never be ignored. Noise-induced hearing loss is a major problem faced by shooters. Too many shooters don’t think about the health of their hearing until it’s too late.…

If you’ve never bought a gun before, there can be a lot of confusing information out there. If you’re buying a gun for the very first time from a federally licensed dealer, here’s what you can…