The reactionary gap is a fundamental concept in personal safety and law enforcement. It refers to the distance you must maintain between yourself and a potential threat, allowing you sufficient time to react if the situation escalates. Reactionary gap can be summed up as the relationship between time and space.

Picture this: you’ve just used your firearm in a life-threatening situation, and now law enforcement is on the scene. What unfolds in the next few moments is pivotal. Law enforcement’s primary…

Marksmanship can be defined simply as skill at shooting. An accomplished marksman is a person who can hit a defined target on demand. It goes beyond squeezing the trigger. It’s about understanding…

A critical aspect of responsible firearm ownership is understanding and preventing negligent discharges. Accidental discharges often happen when someone hasn’t had enough firearms training, while…

Some who concealed carry are nervous to carry their handgun with a round in the chamber. And on the surface, some arguments to support carrying a pistol without a round in the chamber may sound…

Personal security skills are vital abilities that everyone should learn and practice. They can help you avoid or escape dangerous situations, protect yourself and your loved ones and prevent becoming…

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…

The gray man is a concept of personal security that involves blending into your environment and not drawing attention to yourself, especially from potential threats. It is a way of hiding in plain…

Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a novice, incorporating regular visits to the shooting range should be part of your training routine. In fact, in some states, it’s even mandatory. Responsible…

Situational awareness, a vital component of personal safety, is an ability that can be honed through dedicated training. It’s about understanding your environment, its elements and how they change…

There’s no question that readers of this magazine understand the need to carry guns for self-defense. As USCCA Members, we’re also more likely than most to take classes specifically geared toward…

Responsibly armed Americans often wonder whether they can lose their possessions, money or their homes after a self-defense shooting, even if they have been acquitted in the criminal case.…