If you want to start an all-out brawl on social media, talk about appendix inside-the-waistband (AIWB) carryAppendix Carry (AIWB) means to carry a firearm inside the waistband of one’s pants at the…

First introduced in 1884, the .22 LR cartridge excels as a beginner’s first handgun. Four factors contribute to its serving newbies well: low cost, non-existent recoil, low noise and inherent…

When I was younger, my dad would take me and my brother out to shoot the family .22 rifles. Though that was my first experience with real firearms, my interest in firearms didn’t begin there. Like so…

Anything can happen in the chaos of a gun battle. Bullets are flying, and they have to stop somewhere. Firearms may be struck by bullets during the exchange of gunfire. Most of us train to fire for…

You do not have to look hard to find reports of assaults, robberies and other heinous crimes committed against persons out running in their neighborhoods or on municipal paths. For good reason, I…

My affinity for Case knives dates back to the 1960s. I grew up on a suburban neighborhood street that dead-ended into woods. The best times I had in those woods were with my dad on our impromptu…

When I started my law enforcement career 41 years ago, my very first duty flashlight was an old 6D-cell Rayovac that had belonged to my grandfather. Though it served me well as a part-time deputy, I…

I’ve come to view inside-the-waistband (IWB) holsters in a more favorable light recently for two reasons. Manufacturers of IWB holsters are increasing the comfort of various designs, making them much…

Even as open carry of handguns becomes more common, it is important to properly conceal firearms. While some may think openly carrying shows a person means business, it can also leave the carrier at…

There can be no doubt that red-dot reflex pistol sights are the most popular sighting system since a brass bead graced the top of a blackpowder Colt revolver. In fact, in 56 years of shooting, I have…

According to its website, 221B Tactical is a new company with a mission to provide innovative, top-of-the-line tactical gear of all types to law enforcement personnel, military, firefighters and…

When less-than-lethal force may resolve a situation, it’s good to have options. And PepperBall launchers large and small can be a great self-defense tool when deadly force isn’t called for.…