May is National Stop the Bleed Month. A life-threatening bleeding injury can happen anywhere. Uncontrolled bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death from trauma. Tourniquets have become the…

I’ve often said a .22 rimfire rifle is the ideal firearm for learning all the basics to becoming a competent shooter with all firearms. Since the introduction of the .22 LR cartridge in 1887,…

An impressive 32 states allow teachers and staff to effectively protect children by carrying a firearm on campus. While it is unfortunate that not all 50 states permit this form of defense against…

Are single-stack pistols at an advantage or disadvantage compared to double-stack pistols? The answer truly depends on your individual circumstances, preferences and needs, as well as applicable laws…

In moments of crisis, the ability to accurately shoot from various positions can mean the difference between life and death. Whether you find yourself in a standing confrontation or forced to take…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…