October 26, 2017

How to survive an active shooter (must read)

Although active shooter situations are fairly rare, they are becoming more and more frequent. We have witnessed several in the past few years, the theater shooting in Colorado, the church shooting in South Carolina and the […]

October 23, 2017

A look at snub-nosed revolvers

A compact semi-auto is a poor concealed carry choice for anyone who has impaired hand strength from arthritis or some other cause. The stiff recoil spring requires a fair amount of effort to rack the slide. […]

October 10, 2017

Off Body Carry Options

Off Body Carry-Things to Think About I am a big believer in muscle memory and how you train yourself to react to certain situations. What I mean by that is when I pick up a shotgun, […]

October 3, 2017

The ideal concealed carry pt. 4

As I mentioned in my last blog I have a minority opinion on the subject of a double action trigger with a double-strike capability in case of a misfire. The tap, rack and bang method is […]

September 25, 2017

Self defense or excessive force?

Self-defense and excessive force are terms we hear every day on the news, internet or social media. These two terms can quickly intertwine and become a very sticky situation. Let’s say you and your girlfriend are […]

September 11, 2017

Is pepper spray right for you?

I have often been asked about carrying pepper spray as a self-defense weapon. Everyone has to conduct a risk assessment and what they are comfortable carrying and using if the time comes. Women make up the […]

May 30, 2017

Officer Shoots Rifle Wielding Attacker – This is How Fast it Happens!

Watch as Deputy Proulx from Douglas County, Colorado, draws and fires on a rifle wielding attacker at a traffic stop. The bodycam footage begins with the deputy getting out of his cruiser behind a white Chevy Tahoe. […]

May 23, 2017

FMJ Vs JHP – Which Side Are You On?

Which round do you carry? Which round do you practice with? Which round is better and why? These are all questions that I have heard and discussed many times. As with anything in the gun world, […]

October 17, 2016

A Joke is a Joke

Most people who know me know I am a pretty good practical joker and seldom pass up a chance to apply my trade on anyone who is in the wrong place at the wrong time. What […]

October 5, 2016

Armed Woman Opens Fire on Three Home Invaders [VIDEO]

In this intense surveillance footage you see an armed citizen defending herself against three brazen home invaders. It’s always helpful to unpack these events when we see a real life defensive story to make sure that we are […]

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