In Part 1 of our Ammo FAQs series, we addressed questions, myths and misconceptions related to bullets and ammunition calibers and cartridges. In Part 2, we’ll examine other questions — and some…

If your question didn’t get answered last week, don’t worry. Here are some more of your home-defense frequently asked questions. Do Burglars Avoid Homes With Dogs? A family dog serves two security…

What a 2019 USCCA Concealed Carry Expo! I don’t need to tell those of you who made it, but it was a great time. As usual, I showed up with a mostly empty suitcase and left with one stuffed to the…

As a responsibly armed American, you may be concerned about where you can and cannot bring your firearm. This week, Attorney Tom Grieve discusses the legality of bringing your gun into a bar. Can I…

There is arguably nothing more horrible than to lose a child under any circumstances. But to be the one responsible for the death of that child because of an unsecured gun is simply beyond most…

With its concealed carry stance and acceptance of so many other state permits, Florida is a state leader in supporting and defending the Second Amendment. The Florida Department of Agriculture and…

Earlier this month I spent a lovely weekend in Atlanta at the Blade Show. For those of you unaware, the Blade Show is the largest gathering of knifemakers and knife enthusiasts in the world. It takes…

One of the best things to come out of the concealed carry revolution — aside from increased personal safety — is the vast improvement of trouser belts. For most of my law enforcement career, I was…

I have purchased a fair number of pistols in my day. As such, I can confidently say that I have had fewer issues with the functionality of used revolvers than I have had with used semi-automatics ……

As the great philosopher Jimmy Buffett once said, “Indecision may or may not be my problem.” True words, especially when talking about concealed carryConcealed Carry is the practice of carrying a…

“Power is in tearing human minds to pieces and putting them together again in new shapes of your own choosing.” This quote from George Orwell’s dystopian science fiction novel 1984 is very telling,…

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

Talk about embarrassing. There is nothing worse than having your gear malfunction in front of people you respect. During a recent qualification shoot for the police department, one of the new…

Home defense doesn’t have to be complicated. To make it easier, here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about home invasions. How Do I Make My Home Burglar-Proof? It’s…

The following text is an excerpt from the Concealed Carry Map: Know Your Rights guide. Knowing the laws surrounding concealed carry can be quite daunting. That’s why we put together this short guide…

As a gun owner concerned about what may happen after using your firearm in self-defense, you might wonder if your chosen caliber could have an impact on your self-defense criminal case. In this…

In his now-famous treatise, “Handgun Wounding Factors and Effectiveness,” FBI Supervisory Special Agent Urey Patrick explained “that the goal of an officer in a life-threatening shooting incident is…

I’m a Baby Boomer, no longer in my prime. In my life, I’ve experienced moments of fear — real fear. Bullets whipping through foliage overhead; a pregnant wife who pulled a knife during an argument; a…

Here’s the scenario: After a quick trip to the spa, you arrive home at about 3:35 p.m. ready to get started on dinner for the kids and your spouse. With band practice, soccer and the commute, they…

After reviewing the new Colt Night Cobra .38 Special revolver back in November, I was so impressed that I decided to purchase it. Once I owned the Night Cobra, it was time to “make ready” for…