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Motorcycle Helmets: Are they Bulletproof?

By Craig Martin / December 22, 2016

Once again, USA Firearm Training has decided to use our time on the range to answer some more questions and perhaps bust some more myths regarding firearms and what is and is not safe to use as protection.

Considerations In Becoming a Firearm Instructor

By Rob Beckman / December 21, 2016

Being an instructor is not always easy dealing with the challenges of putting on a quality class and sometimes can be downright frustrating. If you are an instructor who is willing to put the time into setting up a quality business, put on quality courses, and promote it you’ll be rewarded with meeting some of the best Americans.

Episode 80: “I seen the look on her face, and he said, ‘I have a gun, and I will kill you.'”

By Riley Bowman / December 21, 2016

Today’s episode is an interview with the hero of a deadly force encounter in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Charles Russell just recently received the final word from the District Attorney’s Office that he will not be facing any charges for his actions in stopping a robbery turned deadly situation at a gas station. Charles has a lot of great things to say for everyday folks like you that will help you if you ever find yourself in a similar situation. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!! Listen in….

Holiday Crime Rates- Should you Prepare for the Worst?

By Craig Martin / December 20, 2016

The holiday season is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but that is not always the case. In fact, more often than not, these silent nights are filled with criminality at a higher rate than at any other point of the year.

Episode 79: Man Accidentally Shoots His ‘Intruding’ Wife in the Ear!

By Riley Bowman / December 19, 2016

We cover states passing pro-gun bills, more school districts allowing teachers to carry concealed on campuses to protect their students, how UPS managed to deliver a .50BMG rifle to the wrong address in New York State of all places, the ridiculous statement that Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett made about her grandfather. And don’t miss the story where one husband is surely in the dog house after mistaking his own wife as an intruder and somehow managed to shoot her in the ear!! Tune in now….

The Magnificent Muzzle Brake, That Doesn’t Break The Bank

By Matthew Maruster / December 16, 2016

Out of the package, the muzzle brake looks amazing in its design. It is sleek and although it is a little heavier than your traditional A2 flash hider, it is by no means out of line with the weight of similar muzzle brake devices. They produce muzzle brakes for .22 rimfire through high pressure 5.56 rifles. Their website explains what makes the muzzle brake special.

Voting By Shopping With Your Gun

By Craig Martin / December 15, 2016

In this season of hurried store runs and last-minute family plans, we here at USA Firearm Training thought it would be helpful to provide our audience with a list of businesses in which there may be a hassle in bringing your concealed or open carry firearm to their premises as well as a way to get around some of the issues you may face at specific establishments.

Episode 78: Santa Behind Bars? Giving Guns as Gifts

By Riley Bowman / December 14, 2016

Guns are as popular as ever choices for giving to loved ones as gifts. What do you need to know to avoid legal trouble and drama? Don’t let the laws and ATF ruin your holidays by listening in to today’s episode!

ConcealedCarry.com’s VIP Range Day

By Craig Martin / December 13, 2016

Recently USA Firearm Training’s President Jacob Paulsen and Concealed Carry Podcast host Riley Bowman headed out to the range with the winner of July’s American Gun Law Launch Giveaway, Mark…

Episode 77: INTERVIEW with Kyle Lamb

By Riley Bowman / December 12, 2016

Today we have former 1st SFOD-Delta SGM Kyle Lamb (Ret.) on the podcast to discuss his thoughts and ideas on training and preparation and having the proper mindset to respond effectively to threats. Plus Riley asks him the question about what is the biggest mistake gun owners make everyday…listen in to hear his answer!

UPDATED: Buying Guns as Gifts – Law and Best Practices

By Jacob Paulsen / December 9, 2016

In an effort to provide better information for our students and readers we’ve updated an older article on our website about the laws and best practices in buying guns as gifts.

SGM Kyle Lamb – Viking Tactics Founder and Industry Instructor

By Jacob Paulsen / December 8, 2016

Sergeant Major (retired) Kyle Lamb spent over 21 years in the United States Army, with over 15 of that in 1st SFOD-D Delta Force. He has participated in many conflicts, Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, as well as in the battle made famous by the movie Black Hawk Down in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Alex Ragulsky: Bianci Cup Champion – 40 Year Law Enforcement Veteran

By Craig Martin / December 8, 2016

For those of you who don’t know Alex Ragulsky, get ready to hear from one of the absolute best as USA Firearm Training sat down with this former US Air…

Episode 76: What About Appendix Carry?

By Riley Bowman / December 7, 2016

Just like there are many ways to “skin a cat,” there are many, MANY ways to carry a gun. Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) is just one of those, and it happens to get a lot of emotions stirred up either for or against it. It’s uncomfortable, the gun is pointing towards an “uncomfortable place,” I could shoot myself in the femoral artery, etc., are some of the reasons people will argue against it. But what are some of the pros of appendix carry, and do they outweigh the cons? Listen in on Riley and Matthew’s discussion to see what they think about it!

Mike Hughes – Next Level Training Founder and Top Shot Contestant

By Craig Martin / December 6, 2016

Recently, as a special treat for our Guardian Nation members, USA Firearm Training had a sit-down interview and audience Q&A with Mike Hughes, or as he is affectionately referred to, Big Mike.