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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.
Recent Concealed Carry Articles
7 Tips to Stay Safe in Winter
In much of this country, we’ve hit the time of year in which it can get cold enough to kill you. Honestly, I’ve seen everything line up just wrong enough for people to go hypothermic on the Fourth of […]
Continue Reading →Is Off-Body Carry Right For You?
Concealed carry involves securing a firearm on one’s person, usually in a holster directly attached to the body. However, off-body carry is an alternative that employs containers such as handbags, bri[…]
Continue Reading →Firearm Ammo 101
Understanding the various types of ammunition and the purposes of each is part of being a well-rounded shooter. Of course, it can be a little intimidating the first time you walk into a gun store and […]
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry in Winter
As winter sets in and the temperature drops, mastering the art of concealed carry becomes a unique challenge. Cold weather brings with it a need for specialized gear and tactics to ensure your safety […]
Continue Reading →Can You Carry Concealed on Election Day?
As election season approaches, many responsibly armed Americans are curious about whether they can bring their legally concealed carry firearm to polling places. Laws vary widely from state to state, […]
Continue Reading →Galco Triton 3.0 Kydex IWB Holster: Professional-Grade Concealment
Galco Holsters, originally founded as The Famous Jackass Leather Company by Richard N. Gallagher in 1969, began in Chicago as a small family business crafting custom leather goods. It wasn’t until the[…]
Continue Reading →Best Concealed Carry for Women
As more women take charge of their personal safety, finding the best concealed carry gun has become a priority for many. With the rise in female firearm ownership, manufacturers have designed handguns[…]
Continue Reading →Best Budget Handguns
Finding a quality handgun on a budget is a concern for many firearm owners, whether they are new to shooting or seasoned enthusiasts. While high-end handguns come with advanced features and premium ma[…]
Continue Reading →Why You Should Carry a Gun While Hiking or Backpacking
Whether you’re hiking the Smoky Mountains, West Virginia trails or Michigan backwoods, carrying a concealed handgun while hiking provides peace of mind. From personal experience, I never go on a[…]
Continue Reading →Best Pocket Pistols for Concealed Carry
Pocket pistols have become a popular choice of many gun owners for concealed carry. These compact, easily concealable guns offer practicality and convenience that make them ideal for everyday carry. B[…]
Continue Reading →Understanding Brandishing: Definition, Legal Implications and Responsible Gun Ownership
The Second Amendment grants individuals the right to bear arms, allowing citizens to protect themselves and their loved ones. Exercising this right comes with a great deal of responsibility. It is imp[…]
Continue Reading →Leverage Your Speed Reloading with an Extended Slide Stop
We’ve all seen trends in the gun community — some driven by movies, others by the internet — that catch on for a while before fizzling out. When it comes to mastering your firearm, sticking to t[…]
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