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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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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,…
Continue Reading →Gun-Free Zones: What Are They and Where Can’t You Carry
Gun-free zones are places where responsible gun owners are required to disarm while criminals face no such restrictions. In theory, these zones are meant to enhance safety. In practice, they often…
Continue Reading →The Evolution of Defensive Handgun Ammunition
It can safely be said that one event changed the evolution of American self-defense ammunition forever. In the fall of 1985, two heavily armed criminals terrorized South Florida with a string of bank…
Continue Reading →Should Teachers Carry Guns in Schools?
In recent years, the debate over arming teachers in American schools has only intensified. With increasing incidents of school shootings, many are asking: Should teachers be armed? What are the pros…
Continue Reading →South Dakota Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
After a paralyzing ranching accident at age 16, I spent months in rehabilitation learning to live in a wheelchair. While I received training in daily activities, education and recreation, one…
Continue Reading →Estate Planning and Firearms: How to Pass Down Your Gun Collection the Right Way
For every gun owner, there will come a final gunfight. You won’t be there for it and you won’t get a say in who wins … unless you prepare now. Because when that day comes, the fight won’t be over…
Continue Reading →Suppressors Explained: Facts for Gun Owners
We’ve all seen it in the movies: a trained assassin quietly attaching a silencer to a high-powered rifle, delivering a nearly silent shot that drops a target with little more than a whisper. This…
Continue Reading →Beach Carry: Gear, Laws and Best Practices
The beach is a favorite destination during warmer months — a place to unwind, spend time with family and enjoy the sun. But for responsibly armed citizens, it also presents unique challenges. From…
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