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Seasonal Gun Changes
Well, it’s definitely March in Alabama. We have had the heat on in the chilly mornings and then blasted the air conditioner in the humid afternoons while also mixing in a few open windows here and…
Continue Reading →Firearms Maintenance: It’s Spring Time!
Those new to shooting may have a lot of questions about firearms maintenance — one of those being how often to change springs in their handguns. It is an important question. And I’m happy that new…
Continue Reading →USCCA Store Promo: Two Patriotic T-Shirts for $35
Spring is right around the corner, and that means we can finally shed those coats, hoodies and extra layers and get outdoors to enjoy the fresh air and abundant sunshine. It’s time to bust out those…
Continue Reading →Ruger American .350 Legend Compact Ranch Rifle
The Ruger American .350 Legend Compact Ranch Rifle is simply the best, most handy bolt-action rifle I have ever tested. It could be the ultimate post-pandemic survival gun on the market. Both the…
Continue Reading →No Magic Bullet: Ammunition Selection for EDC
A firearms instructor should remain current on ammunition ballistics and testing relevant to his or her area of expertise. New products are continually introduced, making staying up-to-date with all…
Continue Reading →Hellcat Still Worth It? 9mm Pistol Video Review
Join Concealed Carry Magazine Executive Editor Kevin Michalowski in this video review of the popular Springfield Armory Hellcat 9mm concealed carry micro. Kevin has owned a Hellcat since they first…
Continue Reading →5 Million Volts of Defense: The Night Watchman Stun Gun Flashlight Baton
I own a variety of electric stun guns I can carry for less-lethal defense while I’m out jogging, walking or cycling. Whether it’s a Taser Bolt, Pulse or StrikeLight (or another brand’s device), I…
Continue Reading →Top Product Picks for Women
I know that Christmas has come and gone, but I wanted to address a gift-giving trend that has gained some attention and traction over the past few years (especially on social media): the “four-gift…
Continue Reading →NEW! — Smith & Wesson M&P 9 M2.0 Gun Review
A great new pistolA pistol is generally a handgun that operates semi-automatically and utilizes a detachable box magazine to hold cartridges, usually but not always, inside the grip. has already come…
Continue Reading →Dummy Rounds: Less Ammo, More Training From ST Action
There is no doubt that we are experiencing an ammo shortage of historic proportions — one that makes the ammo shortages of the Obama and Clinton eras pale in comparison. I don’t think anyone could…
Continue Reading →Gear Review: Sandrin Torino Tungsten — An Everyday Folder
Back in March 2020, I reviewed the Sandrin TCK 2.0 Slipjoint Tungsten Carbide knife. Marketed by Cabot Guns, the Sandrin TCK 2.0’s claim to fame is its StaySharp blade. I was very impressed with it…
Continue Reading →2021 Interview With Kershaw’s Lead Knife Designer
U.S. Concealed Carry Association Director of Content Kevin Michalowski examines seven brand-new knives from Kai USA/Kershaw. Kershaw’s Senior Designer, Jim Macnair, joins in to provide highlights of…
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