Two very popular items in the shooting world currently are micro-compact pistols and tactical laser sight/light combos. However, combining both can be difficult depending on the gun make and model.…

Political discourse is fundamentally a form of leadership. We are trying to influence people in a way that will persuade them and win their cooperation on our policy agenda. To lead people, you have…

Kevin Michalowski, executive editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and director of content for the U.S. Concealed Carry Association, opens up the old debate of which ammunition is best for concealed…

The subcompact 9mm handgun is easily the most popular firearm for concealed carry. Lightweight and reliable, subcompacts are easy enough to use by those who practice. And with a reasonably effective…

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed handgun permit may seem daunting. It doesn’t have to be. There are many reasons and ways to…

A traditional handheld tactical flashlight can be uncomfortable to carry all day due to its weight, size and round shape. It’s a minor inconvenience that many put up with out of necessity. Others…

President Abraham Lincoln is famously quoted as saying that it is better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. His words of advice are pertinent to…

After a self-defense incident, you’re not going to be thinking about how the firearm you carried or the ammunition you used may sway a jury. But the prosecution will. So what kind of ammo should you…

A few years ago, I signed up for an email newsletter from (gasp!) Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. Why in the world would I do that? Well, I wanted to keep tabs on what Shannon Watts and…

I’ve tested a number of Crimson Trace laser sights over the years, but all have been some version of the original Lasergrip. This system could be mounted on any of the defensive handguns I use — from…

Wild Card: Illinois Armed Citizen Defends Against Murderer A Chicago card game turned violent when one of the players objected to another player spitting while playing. When the spitting player took…

What Are the Basics to Prevent a Carjacking? Step one will be to keep all doors and hatches locked at all times. Do not open them for anyone who isn’t uniformed law enforcement. I cannot stress this…

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed handgun permit may seem daunting. It doesn’t have to be. There are many reasons and ways to carry a concealed weapon, but the first step is knowing the laws.

Partnering with the Croatian firearms manufacturer HS Produkt has allowed Springfield Armory to break into the high-capacity polymer pistol market with the XD series. Continuing with that proven…

One of the most prevalent challenges for those involved in firearms education and training is addressing flinching among students — especially new shooters. Defining what a “flinch” is (and is not)…

You’re carrying your firearm, just as you do every day, when you see the red and blues flashing behind you. What should you tell police and what should you keep to yourself during a routine traffic…

One of the ongoing debates in the firearms community is whether or not someone should use a .22 caliber pistol as a defensive weapon. Historically, firearms chambered in .22 caliber have been used…

As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on your state’s gun laws… Ohio residents, you’re in luck. We’ve accumulated some of your most frequently…

Nearly 300 gun or weapons bills have been introduced in state legislatures in 2022 or carried over from last year. Dozens have passed both the House/Assembly and Senate in their respective states and…

They say two minds are better than one. That seems to be the case for Horace Smith and Daniel B. Wesson. They revolutionized the gun industry in the mid-19th century with the introduction of their…