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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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Concealed Carry in Winter
Mastering winter concealed carry can be a unique challenge. Cold weather brings with it a need for specialized gear and tactics to ensure your safety and maintain your ability to effectively carry…
Continue Reading →How to Avoid Conflict: The Best Conflict Avoidance Strategies for Self-Defense
There’s an age-old Polish saying that resonates deeply: “Not my circus. Not my monkeys.” It’s a reminder not to get entangled in problems that aren’t yours. When faced with potential conflict, the…
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. But exercising this right comes with a great deal of responsibility. It…
Continue Reading →How to Choose the Best Way to Carry Concealed for Your Lifestyle
Choosing the right concealed carry position isn’t just about what’s popular or what looks tactical. It’s about balancing comfort, concealment and accessibility so your firearm is there when you need…
Continue Reading →How to Choose a Firearms Instructor
Choosing the right firearms instructor isn’t just about credentials — it’s about finding someone who can guide you safely and confidently on your journey toward self-defense training. After decades…
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry Pants: Blending Comfort, Discretion and Everyday Carry
When you commit to carrying a firearm every day, you quickly realize the gun is only part of the equation. The way you dress matters. A poorly chosen pair of pants can make concealment difficult,…
Continue Reading →Shooting Skill Tips for Senior Shooters: Adapting with Age
When I first started writing (on an actual typewriter) firearms articles in 1990, I never thought I would be addressing senior shooters 35 years later. I figured my years of weight training and…
Continue Reading →Puerto Rico Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Puerto Rico is about three times the size of Rhode Island with a population of roughly 3.2 million. It became a U.S. territory in 1898 after Spain ceded it following the Spanish-American War. It is…
Continue Reading →The Hydra Weaponry BMP-23: A Modern Take on the Bushmaster Arm Pistol
One thing I’ve learned through my years of writing about guns and self-defense is that wartime often drives firearm innovation because manufacturers are spurred to design military arms with…
Continue Reading →Church Security: How to Defend Against Active Shooters
Church Security: A Complete Defense Guide REAL-WORLD INCIDENT: On June 22, 2025, an armed man wearing a tactical vest opened fire outside CrossPointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, as more than…
Continue Reading →What Is Trigger Discipline? A Self-Defense Guide for Safe, Responsible Shooting
Trigger finger discipline isn’t just a fundamental shooting skill. It’s the very foundation of responsible firearms handling, especially in self-defense situations. Whether you’re a new gun owner or…
Continue Reading →Kel-Tec PR57 Review: Top-Loading Power in a Lightweight Concealed Carry Package
Kel-Tec never fails to amaze me, and their new PR57 is no exception. Known for their innovation and engineering, Kel-Tec has delivered a standout addition to the firearms market with this slim,…
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