Disasters have a way of making the case for gun rights plainly obvious. Gun-control advocates are quick to jab that we “don’t need” guns — especially not scary “assault weapons.” That declaration is…

Shotguns, handguns and carbines … oh, my! Many firearms owners will probably admit they don’t own just one type of gun; they own many! And I suppose that I am one of those “gun people” who really…

There are myriad factors to choosing a firearm for defense and protection. Will you get a long gun or handgun? Which type of long gun or handgun? It is important to think about the firearm’s main…

My kids are getting excited about trick-or-treating for Halloween. And I am busy scouring social media advertisements for school fall festivals, Halloween events at local parks and trunk-or-treat…

Pew Research Center recently published an article sharing some important stats about gun ownership, Americans’ attitudes about gun violence and other related subjects. We’ll highlight some of the…

Though I prefer to carry larger, full-power, high-capacityDefinitions vary, but several states identify magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, 15 rounds or 20 rounds of ammunition as “high…

Sometimes the job of a firearms instructor extends outside the scope of teaching marksmanship and tactics in the classroom. In the era of increasing social unrest, many students have an interest in…

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed carryConcealed Carry is the practice of carrying a concealed weapon on one’s person in public.…

Sometimes just having a gun and ammo may not be enough to deal with emerging threats. If you’re looking for protection to take with you all day, body armor may be called for. And 221B has just the…

If you ever hear the command “Police, don’t move!” or “Police, stop!” spoken in a loud and authoritative tone, know that you could be seconds away from losing your life if you fail to react…

Are you thinking of purchasing a new gun? U.S. Concealed Carry Association Director of Content Kevin Michalowski has some sage advice for gun shoppers, whether it’s your first gun or your…

By 1857, the Volcanic Repeating Arms Company was bankrupt. Most of its investors pulled out, including Horace Smith and Daniel B. Wesson, who formed the company two years before. However, shirt…

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed carryConcealed Carry is the practice of carrying a concealed weapon on one’s person in public.…

My friend David has been gone for 10 years now. He was my kayak and movie buddy. His companionship is deeply missed. Just 49 years old and single, David was sick. That’s what all the doctors said…

I tested the lever-action Henry X-Model .410 shotgun in June of this year and was duly impressed. So impressed that I wanted to bring it to its full potential for defense and utility. Since the…

What does “a portion of the person” mean? It means utilizing joint manipulations by adopting locking techniques that control your attacker’s leg, ankle, wrist, fingers, elbows or other parts. Add…

Handgun Beats Shotgun: Oregon Man Defends Family Against Shotgun-Wielding Neighbor A man armed with a shotgun attempted to force his way into two Elmira neighborhood homes. At the second home, the…

Lately, we here at the USCCA have been hearing the old axiom, “I’d rather be judged by 12 than carried by six.” These words have been tossed around during interactions with our customer service teams…

What Is Pepper Spray? Pepper spray is a chemical irritant. It’s made from Oleoresin Capsicum and might be referred to as OC. Its purpose is to burn and irritate the recipient. There are several…

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