Shoulder holsters have a long history, experiencing a resurgence in popularity during the ‘80s, notably through characters like James ‘Sonny” Crockett (Don Johnson) from the TV series Miami Vice. While these holsters provide tangible benefits, it’s essential to comprehend both their advantages and disadvantages.

The gray man is a concept of personal security that involves blending into your environment and not drawing attention to yourself, especially from potential threats. It is a way of hiding in plain…

There are a lot of pistol cleaning kits available on the market these days, and that is a very good thing. After all, there is certainly an almost endless selection of handguns. Why not kits with…

You may have heard calls for mandatory reporting of stolen firearms. While reporting stolen firearms sounds reasonable, making legislation to require reporting and adding penalties for failing to do…

In today’s world of the internet and technology, social media platforms have become an essential part of our lives. Whether it’s for entertainment, education or building a community, social media has…

Effective self-defense takes more than just firearms training. You need to be prepared for any situation in order to protect yourself and those around you. And one area of concealed carry clothing…

Studies have shown that criminals look for certain types of victims and often identify them by factors they cannot explain. Sometimes it’s a victim’s clothes. Other times it’s a victim’s age. It can…

In 2013, while serving as principal of a K-8 non-public school, I had three different parents ask me if anyone in my school was armed to protect their children in the event of an active shooter. A…

Weddings are a time to celebrate love and make lasting memories. The day already requires a lot of planning, but carrying a concealed firearm — whether as a guest, a wedding attendant, the groom or…

Are you a gun owner or enthusiast? If so, it’s important that you have all the facts in order to make informed decisions about your practice and hobby. Many myths are swirling around gun ownership,…

The Fourth of July is a time of year that all Americans look forward to — the time of year where we come together to celebrate our freedom, our independence and our way of life. And what better way…

The AR-15 can be deemed the finest close-quarters-battle weapon. Downsized from the heavy AR-10 chambered in 7.62 NATO, the .223 AR-15 has been deemed “America’s rifle” and is a popular civilian…