My first trip to a gun shop was a bit like my first visit to Wild Birds Unlimited. In both cases, I had no idea what I was talking about, little concept of what I wanted (much less needed) and was…

As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on proposed legislation and gun laws… But you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some information about red flag…

As the 2020 political season ramps up, it’s important to keep in mind that we won’t get anywhere by shouting something about taking your guns from your cold, dead hands. Democratic presidential…

A question criminal defense attorney Tom Grieve gets a lot is, “What are the laws regarding firearms storage in my home?” While there is no hard and fast rule — laws vary by place and time — Tom…

I’m carrying more frequently these days. Church? Check. Men’s group? Check. Movies? Check. Restaurants — no alcohol? Check. Having the pistol allows me to believe that I have some control over my destiny. That I have a chance to protect myself from gang violence or road rage. A chance.

There’s an old saying that the best way to survive a gunfight is to never get into it in the first place. That’s very sound advice for those of us who carry a firearm for personal protection. In our…

You’ve lived in your quiet house on your quiet country road for nearly 15 years. It used to be that you never had to lock your door, lock your car or make sure your lawnmower was secured in the…

I purchased my first Glock pistol — a 9mm Glock 19 (or “G19,” to use Glock’s official terminology) — around 1991 or ‘92 to carry off-duty. Because I was so impressed with its ease of operation and…

If you’re a member of the USCCA, you know the importance of following the rules for concealed carry. We’re a pretty law-abiding bunch. We want to know how to get out of trouble of all kinds, but —…

As a student continues to grow and expands his or her education, you should address the combination of moving and shooting. This evolution will create a well-rounded shooter. The challenge for the…

NOTE: This post comes from Beth’s speech at the 2019 Gun Rights Policy Conference. When I talk to people about whether or not they’re involved with personal protection, shooting sports, or firearms…

Are you using your ear protection properly? You might be surprised by what I recently learned. This episode brings you a critical range-safety tip that, according to industry insiders, the vast…

This article first appeared in Concealed Carry Magazine’s October 2014 issue and has been edited for length. For access to the full article and all CCM articles, activate your USCCA Membership now!…

As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on gun laws… Kansas gun owners, you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some of the most frequently asked…

Criminal defense attorney Tom Grieve knows plenty about handloading ammunition. He does it too. But your jury pool may not. Can your hobby affect a case in court? Who Do You Want to Be? Assuming you…

Most civilians don’t lose control of their guns at the hands of some criminal. After all, most typically carry concealed. Instead, they are more likely to drop them while getting out of cars or…

As certain politicians continue to insist our modern sporting rifles are the scourge of humanity and responsible for the bulk of horrendous human loss in this nation, they again remain untrammeled by…

This morning I completed a short video showing off my everyday carry (EDC) kit. I was instructed to do a “pocket dump” on a table in the TV studio and explain all the things I carry and why I carry…

My Remington R1 Executive Ultralight 1911 is about as good as it gets in terms of a compact, lightweight and reliable .45 for concealed carry. Its bobtail frame design increases carry comfort and…

One frequently overlooked aspect of concealed carry is adopting a whole new lifestyle. Seriously. If you are considering everyday carry, be prepared for significant changes to permeate even the most…