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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.
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Sight Picture & Alignment Basics for Better Shooting
Sight picture and sight alignment are crucial aspects of marksmanship and defensive firearms training. These fundamentals, often overshadowed by trigger control and grip, are essential for achieving…
Continue Reading →The Best SIG Sauer Handguns for Defense
I have used SIG Sauer products over the course of four decades. Reliability, accuracy and longevity are a given with these handguns. It is difficult to pin down a favorite handgun from such a…
Continue Reading →What is Cross Draw? Concealed Carry Basics
A cross-draw presentation simply means to draw the handgun across the body. These holsters are probably the least utilized and most misunderstood of concealed carry positions. But the cross-draw draw…
Continue Reading →Firearms Face-Off: Glock 43 vs. SIG P365
When SIG officially launched its P365, my social media feed was inundated with its praises from both inside and outside the gun industry. Single-stack 9mms have certainly been front-and-center for…
Continue Reading →Best Holsters for Concealed Carry
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…
Continue Reading →Streamlight Wedge XT Everyday Carry Flashlight
In the realm of everyday carry essentials, the Streamlight Wedge XT stands out as a beacon of innovation and comfort. While many flashlights claim to be designed for all-day carry (ADC), the Wedge XT…
Continue Reading →Wilson Combat EDC X9 Review
My journey with Wilson Combat custom firearms began in 2011 while writing Gun Digest Tactical Shotgun. Every firearm I tested for that book as well as the several I’ve evaluated since have been great…
Continue Reading →Interview with Kinsey Rhea Concealed Carry Bag Founder
About a year ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Ashley Malfitano at our USCCA Expo. She is one of many women who inspire me and so many others with her entrepreneurial spirit and desire to help women…
Continue Reading →How to Train Cross-Eye Dominance
For those interested in how to concealed carry, mastering the art of shooting is crucial. One often overlooked aspect that can significantly impact accuracy is cross-eye dominance. Eye dominance is…
Continue Reading →Pro-Tech Knives: Auto Runt 5 Review
During my time at the NRA’s 2023 convention, I found a captivating array of custom knives from Pro-Tech. Crafted right here in the U.S. — California, of all places — these knives offer a diverse…
Continue Reading →The Evolution of Lightweight Guns
The quest for the perfect balance between portability and performance has given rise to the popularity of lightweight guns. Concealed carriers are increasingly drawn to these firearms for their ease…
Continue Reading →Should You Carry With a Round in the Chamber?
Some who concealed carry are nervous to carry their handgun with a round in the chamber. And on the surface, some arguments to support carrying a pistol without a round in the chamber may sound…
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