Choosing a self-defense weapon is a balancing act. While you definitely want the most potent weapon possible, you also need an option that is appropriate for non-lethal threats. Similarly, you want…

It isn’t uncommon for well-versed criminals to “shark-bump” a potential victim. One of the most usual ways for them to do so is to ask seemingly harmless questions. Your response will let a potential…

Amidst the chaos of the last few months, gun sales — particularly of handguns — have jumped up considerably. There are several reasons for this, including fears of social unrest and concerns about…

An excerpt from the USCCA’s Concealed Carry Guide. Few decisions are as personal as selecting your sidearm. Whether you go revolver or semi-auto, remember to focus on what’s best for you. As an…

There is an old saying that suggests one must never, under any circumstances, strike a neighbor’s dog. But 29-year-old Iowa native Luke Carter didn’t have much of a choice but to break this golden…

Scott Javoroski’s phone pinged with the first ride request of the night as his black Audi A6 barreled south down Highway 43. In what had become his weekend routine, the 51-year-old father of five was…

Editor’s Note: This is Part 1 of a three-part series in Concealed Carry Magazine analyzing what muggers look for when targeting victims and what you can do to avoid becoming one. It had been a normal…

One of the latest teaching methods in college and university speech and communication departments is to videotape students while they’re giving speeches. The purpose is to show them what they did…

Many students ask what is the single fundamental they should practice in order to improve marksmanship. Although there are many building blocks necessary to formulate a good shot, the one fundamental…

After many years of talking about it, I recently joined the world of RV owners. While my wife was busy planning what household items we would need to buy to stock it, I looked at it from a…

Whether because of rioting or mass evacuations caused by natural disasters, law-abiding citizens need to be prepared to exit danger zones by utilizing backroads to find safety. It doesn’t matter if…

If you ever hear the command “Police, don’t move!” or “Police, stop!” spoken in a loud and authoritative tone, know that you could be seconds away from losing your life if you fail to react…