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Concealed Carry
You have just finished your CCW course and are ready to start carrying. Now what? Continuing your education and training is an essential part of your self-defense journey. That is why we have provided you with valuable content from professionals to make sure your transition is easy and you are carrying intelligently, legally and safely.
Recent Concealed Carry Articles
Kentucky Gun Laws: What You Should Know
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 pr[…]
Continue Reading →Which States Allow Constitutional Carry?
In 2022, four states — Alabama, Ohio, Indiana and Georgia — passed constitutional carry or permitless carry laws, making them the 22nd, 23rd, 24th and 25th states to do so. Subsequently, in April 2023[…]
Continue Reading →Self-Defense Against Multiple Attackers
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[…]
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry for Women: Tips, Best Guns & Holsters to Stay Safe
Concealed carry is not just a right; it’s a responsibility. And women are at the forefront of this paradigm shift. Recent years have witnessed a significant surge in female firearm ownership, ch[…]
Continue Reading →How to Avoid Conflict: The Best Conflict Avoidance Strategies for Self-Defense
There’s an age-old Polish saying that resonates deeply: “Not my circus. Not my monkeys.” It’s a reminder not to get entangled in problems that aren’t yours. When faced wi[…]
Continue Reading →Kel-Tec SUB2000 Gen 3 Review: A Next-Level Foldable Carbine
With the increasingly pro-gun era and appearance of shall-issue concealed carry permitting, the firearms industry has seen a rapid increase in technological advances. Long guns have become popular dur[…]
Continue Reading →Dressing for Concealed Carry: Best Concealed Carry Clothing
Dressing for concealed carry is just as important as choosing the right firearm and holster. Your clothing plays a pivotal role in maintaining the “concealed” aspect of concealed carry. The right conc[…]
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry & Dating: Should You Tell Your Date You Carry a Gun?
A first date can be complicated. But for those who carry concealed, it can be even more nerve-wracking. There are no rules or roadmap for when or how you should disclose that you’re armed. If yo[…]
Continue Reading →What-If Games: Building Confidence & Situational Awareness
Law enforcement officers and other professionals, such as emergency responders and security personnel, often use what-if games as a critical part of their training and preparedness strategies. These m[…]
Continue Reading →5.11 5-in-1 Winter Jacket Review
As brisk winter weather made its way to Ohio, I had the unique opportunity to review 5.11’s new 5-in-1 2.0 Jacket. This concealed carry coat is a noteworthy upgrade from the original model I praised b[…]
Continue Reading →What Is Concealed Carry Insurance?
Many Americans are coming to the realization that the best first line of defense is themselves. According to a 2021 article published by U.S. News & World Report, 5 million Americans became gun ow[…]
Continue Reading →How Much Does it Cost to Start Carrying Concealed?
The decision to carry a concealed firearm comes with various responsibilities. One pivotal aspect often looms large in the decision-making process: cost. From the initial investment in a suitable fire[…]
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