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Can a Shoulder Holster Be Used for Concealed Carry?
Shoulder holsters have a long history, experiencing a resurgence in popularity during the ‘80s, notably through characters like James ‘Sonny” Crockett (Don Johnson) from the TV series Miami Vice. While these holsters provide tangible benefits, it’s essential to comprehend both their advantages and disadvantages.
Continue Reading →Colt Delta Elite 1911: The Gun that Saved the 10mm Auto Cartridge
The 10mm Auto is the most powerful conventional cartridge that can be used with a standard-sized pistol. And with loads ranging from 180 grains, with a velocity of 1,030 feet per second, to 60 grains…
Continue Reading →Concealed Carry: Gun vs. Knife
Concealed carry knives have become a vital accessory for those seeking a discreet yet effective means of personal protection. As a tool designed for self-defense, concealed carry knives offer a…
Continue Reading →Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard Folding Single Shot .22 Pistol
While a folding handgun no bigger than a smartphone sounds like a thing of the future, the Trailblazer LifeCard isn’t a gimmick. This high-quality folding single-shot .22 caliber pistol is designed…
Continue Reading →Lucid Optics 1-6×24 L7 Riflescope Review
Following the Project Appleseed 25-meter rifle clinic my son Owen and I attended, I decided to find a riflescope that might work out well for the next Project Appleseed competition we could attend.…
Continue Reading →Holsters 101: What to Know and How to Choose
Selecting your concealed carry holster is crucial for your personal safety and the safety of those around you. With no shortage of manufacturers and places to buy a gun holster, purchasing this…
Continue Reading →Pulling the Trigger: A Systematic Approach to Buying the Right Gun
Using science to improve decision-making is something for which I strive. As a result, I have devised a systematic process to follow when I’m purchasing a new handgun. A systematic process allows you…
Continue Reading →Kinetic Concealment Tac Pack Cleaning Kit
There are a lot of pistol cleaning kits available on the market these days, and that is a very good thing. After all, there is certainly an almost endless selection of handguns. Why not kits with…
Continue Reading →Vehicle Ballistics Experiment: Putting a Car Door to the Test
Few areas on a modern vehicle provide much protection from modern ammunition. Beyond the engine block and possibly the wheel wells, modern vehicles do not feature sufficient materials of the needed…
Continue Reading →The Smith & Wesson 638 Snub-Nosed Revolver: The Original Bodyguard
Smith & Wesson’s current .38 Special Model 638 Bodyguard is the last of the original Bodyguard line, which dates back to 1955. However, when the polymer-framed M&P Bodyguard was introduced in 2014,…
Continue Reading →Springfield Armory’s Emissary .45 ACP: Bridging the Gap Between Production and Custom 1911s
An emissary is defined as someone sent on a special mission, usually as a representative of another person or group of people. Springfield’s Emissary has been tasked with the special mission of…
Continue Reading →5.11 Gear Review: All Terrain Mid Waterproof Boot
Effective self-defense takes more than just firearms training. You need to be prepared for any situation in order to protect yourself and those around you. And one area of concealed carry clothing…
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