Guns & Gear
Read no-holds-barred reviews of both personal- and home-defense firearms and stay up-to-date on the latest concealed carry gear offerings on the market. Discover everything you need to know to select the best, tried-and-true self-defense gear — from holsters, knives and ammunition to flashlights, first-aid kits and alternate weapons.

6 Surprising Benefits of a Firearms Purchase
Beth Alcazar —January 19, 2021
Many folks have shared that their No. 1 reason for purchasing a firearm is for protection and/or… Read More

Gear We Love — January 2021
USCCA Editor —January 18, 2021
Guardian 221B Tactical Gloves As the cold months bite down, it can be difficult to find gloves that will be… Read More

Taurus 942: Eight-Shot .22 LR Snubby Revolver
Scott W. Wagner —January 15, 2021
Although no longer the primary firearm found in either law enforcement or civilian holsters, the revolver is far from dead. Read More

5 Self-Defense Products to Purchase in 2021
Scott W. Wagner —January 11, 2021
Pretty much everyone is thrilled to put 2020 behind them and looking forward to a fresh start in 2021. But… Read More

Virus Protection: ViruShield Ghost Shield Review
Scott W. Wagner —January 8, 2021
If you had told me New Year’s Day 2020 that my first gear review of 2021 would be a respiratory… Read More

Taurus G3c Gun Review
Scott W. Wagner —December 25, 2020
With the unprecedented shortage of handguns, long guns and ammunition (bound to get even worse under the new administration), certain… Read More