What is the right caliber for XYZ One of the biggest debates we have is “what is the right caliber to do XYZ” within our community and the lines are staunchly drawn with no one budging. I wrote an article a few months ago that asked the question if the 45ACP was dead, and immediately […]
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We have all seen cool guy movies, like Tears of the Sun, where the Navy Seals are engaging a threat and seamlessly switch from their primary weapon, typically a rifle, to their sidearm. Need some tactical tips? Well, this method looks cool, but does it actually provide any utility, and could you do it in
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One of the things that I think is often overlooked is the mental preparedness to fight, or what a toll that will take on you. It is all fine and good to get the newest piece of gear, from one of our awesome holsters to the newest optic, but it is entirely different to visualize the
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Should you carry at home? It has come to my attention that there are many people within the 2A, prepper, and concealed carry communities that only carry when they are going out, or not at “home base”. This is a common practice, and I can see how that might make some sense as you are
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I said it. You should absolutely hate Glock. Let’s be realistic, what is there to like about the pistol? It looks like a block, it hasn’t changed in years, its triggers are atrocious, it has horrible sights, and it wasn’t until recently that they started making from factory cutouts for optics. So why on earth
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How many lives are saved by firearms? Gun grabbers love to say how many lives are taken each year by firearm violence, usually sitting trumped-up numbers that include suicides and accidents, however, few of them actually admit that the presence of a firearm can and does save lives. So why are those statistics so hard
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Know Thyself and Thy Enemy: In any fight, it is vital to do as Sun Tzu said, “Know thy self, know thy enemy,” which means that you need to know who you are and what you stand for, your capabilities, and the same for your potential adversaries. This means having an honest discussion with the
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Layers of Defense – One of the first things you learn, when you get into the military, is that defense is not like the days of old where you have one or two means of defense, and if they get past that picket, welp, you are screwed. Today’s threats are everywhere, from online stalking on
Intruders Beware – As I have shown in previous articles, bad things can happen anywhere, and just because you live in a nice neighborhood doesn’t mean you won’t be a target for a home invasion. Around 1230 in the afternoon, three hooded men broke into a home with the apparent intent to rob the house
THE Gun – As I stared down another move and the massive gun safe, I had to move for the 7th time in 12 years. I started to think, what is the one gun I could see me keeping if the others mysteriously disappeared in a boating accident. I would need one that could do
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A popular reason for people to get a firearm is home defense, and many of us sell that to our significant others as to why we bought a gun or twelve…however, what is the best option? I would argue that like all things, it depends, but I want to give you my top three and
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Previously I discussed the influx of people coming to me seeking advice on firearms. My personal social media accounts have been buzzing with questions from people left and right looking for answers. During a small dinner date with another couple, we talked about what was going on in our lives, filling in the blanks, and
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