We’ve all seen it in the movies: a trained assassin quietly attaching a silencer to a high-powered rifle, delivering a nearly silent shot that drops a target with little more than a whisper. This…

In 2022, four states — Alabama, Ohio, Indiana and Georgia — passed constitutional carry or permitless carry laws, bringing the total to 25 states. Florida and Nebraska followed in 2023, with Florida…

Like much of the gear we carry every day, tactical flashlights have come a long way. Today’s lights are better than ever: slimmer, lighter, brighter and more functional than their older siblings. I’ve used several over 20-plus years of civilian concealed carry, and the newer lights are impressive, no question.

Key Takeaways Choose emergency gear that you can comfortably, discreetly and consistently carry. Keep your firearm, reload and other emergency gear secured, concealed and accessible when you need…

When you hear someone say a company “isn’t what it used to be,” that’s usually not a compliment. It can mean the company’s products have declined in quality, become overpriced or simply fallen behind…

Not long ago, my husband and I were packed into a high school auditorium for a combined choir and band concert. The room was full of proud parents, anxious students, and all the typical organized…

Concealed carry insurance, also called CCW insurance or self-defense liability insurance, is designed to help with certain legal expenses following a covered self-defense incident. Key Takeaways: …

Anyone who carries a gun for defensive purposes can typically agree that training with it is very important. Yet the question lingers: How often should you train with your carry gun? There is no…

Women are steadily reshaping the landscape of gun ownership in America. Female firearms owners and concealed carry permit holders are among the fastest-growing segments of the armed population in the…

If you’re considering carrying a firearm for personal protection, one of the first questions you may have is whether you need a concealed carry permit. The answer depends largely on where you live.…

The old adage of “buy once, cry once” is everywhere in gun media. The idea is simple: You pour every penny into a gun one time, then you’re set for life. Conversely, if you go cheap, you’re clearly…

Just because you live an active lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to forgo bringing along your carry gun. While the holster option you typically rely on daily may not be suitable for the activity you…