Frenzied Customer: Virginia Auto Shop Owner Defends Against Attack A customer irate over auto repair charges for his niece’s vehicle attacked a Stafford garage owner and threatened store employees.…

In Dirty Harry: Magnum Force, Inspector Callahan claims to use a “light special” load for lighter recoil and better control in his Smith & Wesson Model 29 revolver. That’s Hollywood gobbledygook.…

Gun ownership has reportedly risen in recent years among American women. Manufacturers have made specific handguns and accessories to cater to this increasing market. But gun ownership among women is…

It’s that time of year again. Kids are headed back to school or getting ready for online learning or even getting settled into a homeschooling schedule. Whatever the case, the first few weeks of…

Parking lots and structures are everywhere and utilized every day. And while these open spaces provide convenience for everyday tasks, they can also pose serious risks. Data released by the FBI…

Concealed carry with or around kids can be quite challenging. Understandably, parents need to be able to do a lot of things. And if we are carrying a concealed firearm, we also need to think about…

The Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8 Compact 10mm OSP was one of the easiest handguns to review in a while. After working with it, I decided that if I could only have one handgun — one that would perform well for any possible task — it would be this one.

In 1983, Trooper Roy Boleyn lay broken and bleeding on the floor of a suspect’s home with fallen comrades around him. And just when the firefight seemed to be shifting in favor of the brutally…

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed carry 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.

Following the introduction at the 2023 SHOT, Kershaw sent a sample of its very first out-the-front (OTF) opening automatic knife. The Livewire 9000 is made entirely in the U.S., and it is one of the…

When I first became a mom, I was overwhelmed by a great many emotions. I’m aware it sounds cliche, but the one that stood out the most — the one that pushed me to get up in the middle of the night…

Consistent concealed carriers know that leaving a firearm behind when going into a public setting is not ideal. But can you carry concealed at the gym? The first consideration when deciding to take…

It’s easy to get down on yourself or to be distracted, irritated or dissatisfied by mistakes that are made when practicing and training. Mistakes happen, whether testing a treasured family recipe,…

NOTE: USCCA Customer Engagement team members get a lot of questions, and they pass a good number of them along to Concealed Carry Magazine Senior Editor Ed Combs. If you have a question, you can…

A first date can be complicated. But for those who carry concealed, it can be even more so … and more than a little nerve-wracking too. There are no rules or roadmap for what you should and should…

While it’s never been said directly to me personally, I know that I have been lumped into a vast group of gun owners who are often told that we love our guns more than we love safety. According to many people, devotion to the Second Amendment has replaced personal responsibility.

Never in the exuberance of my youth did I think I would be writing an article on senior citizen upgrades for concealed carry pistols. However, having been dragged into senior citizenry kicking and screaming, I’ve found a few tools can help older generations continue to be active and effective shooters.

EDITOR’S NOTE: In this new column, attorney Anthony L. DeWitt will analyze actual self-defense incidents that made the news, determining whether the involved parties made sound tactical and legal…

I have used SIG Sauer products over the course of four decades. Reliability, accuracy and longevity are a given with these handguns. It is difficult to pin down a favorite handgun from such a prestigious maker. Below is an overview of some of the best SIG guns for concealed carry.

Whether you’re new to owning a firearm or have had a gun for home defense for years, getting a concealed carry 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.