GUN OWNERS ARE OFTEN CITIZENS EXERCISING RIGHT TO DEFEND THEMSELVES
In recent months, there has been a lot of bad press about gun owners due to gun violence perpetrated by criminals and disturbed individuals. People have a tendency to react to bad events by grouping everyone that owns a gun in to the same category. However, many gun owners are law abiding citizens that exercise […]
5 Things to Think about When You Pocket Carry
It has become sort of trendy among concealed carriers to carry concealed in their pocket. It’s handy, doesn’t require the purchase of a special carry belt and many consider it quite comfortable. You don’t want to put just any gun in your pocket. Stuffing a .44 Magnum in your pocket would be pretty uncomfortable if […]
EDUCATORS THAT ARE CONCEALED CARRIERS SPEAK OUT
After the school shooting in Parkland, Fla. In February, calls to arm teachers and school personnel have intensified. Both President Trump and the National Rifle Association argue that enabling school officials to shoot back could save lives and could deter potential assailants from entering a school. Teachers are already carrying concealed guns in a […]
TIPS FOR CARRYING CONCEALED THIS SUMMER
Now that summer is coming, the temperatures are rising and extra layers of clothing are coming off. The same problem challenges those of us who choose to protect ourselves with concealed carry every year: how can I keep my firearm out of plain view while maintaining some level of comfort? There are three locations […]
ARE YOUR CCW SKILLS LACKING?
A concealed carry class is one of the first steps you can take towards expanding your gun knowledge, improving your self-defense plan, and preparing for future threats. Any proficient concealed carrier hones their skills at the range, but a Concealed Carry Weapons class taught by a certified handgun instructor can boost your firearms skills up […]
DO YOU HAVE A HOME DEFENSE PLAN IN PLACE?
Personal protection does not end when you enter your home. While your home does feel like a safe space, you need to have a plan in place to defend your loved ones and your home against bad guys. Having a home defense plan allows you to prepare for when that safe space isn’t so safe […]
5 REASONS YOU NEED FIREARMS TRAINING
Getting solid hands on firearms training is important. It is not enough to visit the firing range and do some target shooting or watch a video on how to shoot your pistol. Having the best pistol or ammunition or equipment will not guarantee that you are able to protect yourself and your family. Here are […]
SPRING BREAK WITH YOUR CONCEALED CARRY HANDGUN
In most areas around the country, it is spring break. For many that means family vacations. Concealed carriers carry daily—-even on the road. Here are a few tips to keep yourself and your family safe and in compliance with the law while traveling Know your state-to-state reciprocity Not all states acknowledge each […]
OPEN CARRY AND ALCOHOL DO NOT MIX WELL
St. Patrick’s Day has evolved from its Irish-Catholic roots of observing the country’s patron saint into one of the biggest global parties of the year. An estimated 133 million people are expected to join the holiday celebrations this year. More than 25% of the people will celebrate in a bar or restaurant. Does that include […]
FOUR GUN SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS
There are many fundamental factors involved in shooting a handgun well- stance, grip, aim, sight alignment, trigger control, follow through and keeping your feet firmly planted on the ground. Here, we focus on 4 key fundamentals of shooting. Stance A good shooting stance provides a strong, stable platform, which is crucial for […]
