Knives are pretty simple. A fixed blade can be used for many daily tasks, such as cutting food or opening packages. Knives can become more complicated, however, when any additional mechanism is…

For those unfamiliar, a belly band holster is a wide elastic band that wraps around the waist and fastens with Velcro. They are designed to be worn under a loose-fitting shirt, sweater or concealment…

Ruger was an upstart company in 1948 that rose to fame with an ad for a quality .22 caliber self-loading pistol in the American Rifleman. And the rest is history. Ruger became an American icon with a…

During our kids’ recent spring break, my family decided to get a little active and outdoorsy. We spent some time riding bikes and hiking and just enjoying nature at a wonderful state park not far…

The ins and outs of ammunition can be intimidating for those new to shooting. For a comprehensive overview on ammo, including the parts of a cartridge and which rounds are best for self-defense vs.…

NOTE: USCCA Customer Engagement team members get a lot of questions, and they pass a good number of them along to Concealed Carry Magazine Senior Editor Ed Combs. If you have a question, you can…

Kevin Michalowski and criminal defense attorney Tom Grieve discuss the qualities gun owners should be looking for in their self-defense lawyers. After firing your gun in self-defense, you won’t be…

An equalizer can be any instrument one uses to balance the odds in his or her favor if faced with a violent assault by a larger, stronger or more skilled opponent. It can be anything from a 2×4 to a firearm. Thus, Smith & Wesson aptly named its Equalizer pistols.

During my time as a professional trainer, peace officer and sometimes gunsmith, I have seen many handgun malfunctions. The majority are a result of operator error, and many of those are a result of…

Gun ownership has reportedly risen in recent years among American women. Manufacturers have made specific handguns and accessories to cater to this increasing market. But gun ownership among women is…

It’s that time of year again. Kids are headed back to school or getting ready for online learning or even getting settled into a homeschooling schedule. Whatever the case, the first few weeks of…

Parking lots and structures are everywhere and utilized every day. And while these open spaces provide convenience for everyday tasks, they can also pose serious risks. Data released by the FBI…