Why People Want Firearms
What is it about firearms that draws people to them? And, more to the point: Why do so many Americans want guns? It is merely their Second Amendment right? Do they feel a need for a gun in their house? The answer is probably as diverse as the people who own guns. The demographics of gun ownership […]
When is it Time to Lock up Those Guns?
My grandfather has been shooting since he was my age. Grandma teases him that the shooting range is his second home. In a way, she’s right. Grandpa has been taking me down there since I could walk. The old codgers there are honorary relatives. Grandpa gathers with buddies several times a week at the firing […]
Concealed Carry Survival Stories
The most common reason for buying a handgun and training with it is self-defense. Most of us pray we’ll never have to use it. But sometimes this happens. These are stories of survival when being armed may well have saved a life. A veteran of three tours in Vietnam, Christine retired from the army and […]
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 […]
STAY ALERT WHEN USING YOUR SMART PHONE
Technology is great and has become so prevalent in our everyday lives that it is rare if you find someone that does not have a smart phone these days. When we have some downtime, it is the perfect opportunity to check emails, respond to text messages, check you calendar app for appointments or important dates […]
Don’t Take Gun Safety For Granted
Gun safety rules and practice recommendations are intended to avoid accidental discharge or negligent discharge, or the consequences of firearm malfunctions. Their purpose is to eliminate or minimize the risks of unintentional death, injury or property damage caused by improper use, storage or handling of firearms. Those who practice safe gun handling have a respect for the destructive abilities of […]
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 […]
20 COMMON SENSE CONCEALED CARRY TIPS
You’ve heard them before in a training class or on the range but…many aspects of concealed carry are just common sense. If you plan to carry, make sure you carry legally-get a license. If you plan to carry, you need to know the rules of engagement. If you plan to carry, you need […]
HOW TO CHOOSE A CONCEALED CARRY PURSE WITH STYLE
Women who carry concealed have a harder time trying to determine where to conceal their handgun. The reason is that women are built differently and dress differently than men. Traditionally, holsters were built for men to wear on their belt, on their ankle or on their shoulder. Women have more curves to work around and […]
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 […]
