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[Infographic] The Crimes and Disasters Most Likely to Affect You
This decade seems to have given rise to a great “prepper” movement in the USA. Survival and prepping blogs are shooting up and we are all working on our bunkers. Good preppers…
Concealed Carry Reciprocity: The Patchwork of Fifty States
Because states have such unique processes and qualifications for citizens to obtain permits, states are less likely to feel that they can honor permits from other states. As an example…
The Top Eight Reasons You Don’t Carry Concealed Every Day
We gathered some input from our past students and our online followers and came up with eight core and common reasons people cite for not carrying a firearm. Most of us can relate to one or more of these. While they could be considered excuses they are real for the people who feel this way.
Survey About Your Post Class Experience [BONUS]
One of the most difficult things for us to gather that also causes significant improvements is information about student experiences after they complete the course. For this reason we have designed 3 surveys, each to be completed…
Nevada Adds Reciprocity For the Mississippi Enhanced Permit
With the application of Nevada’s new law, SB175, they have now began to honor the Mississippi enhanced permit. As you may recall earlier in June 2015 Nevada added reciprocity for 12 states and we predicted that a few more would slip in. Congratulations to all those who have the Mississippi permit!
Nevada Drops 2 States and Adds 12 Others
Earlier this month the Nevada Governor signed into law SB175 which, in addition to other changes, removed the requirement for a state to have “similar training requirements” in order for Nevada to honor their permit. On June 18th Nevada published an updated list of the states whose permits it honors
Are Guns Registered in the USA? 5 ATF Databases Exposed
It is also worth noting that not withstanding a Federal Restriction, there actually are several national firearm databases in addition to the several states or cities that keep their own local, and arguably illegal, databases of firearms and their owners. Here is a list of those municipalities…
How to Get Email Updates When Your Permit Reciprocity Changes
We have about 15 instructors in 10 different states teaching in person classes and over twenty thousand past students that act as an informational network to help us stay up to speed. We also check DAILY for
Is Your Firearm Cramping Your Social Life?
For those of you who spend time at clubs or the bar, or even participate in bowling leagues, poker nights, or other environments where people are expected to throw back a few beers, you may feel like you have to leave your firearm at home more often than you bring it with you.
What to Do If Your Employer Doesn’t Allow Firearms
Add to that the hours you spend getting ready for work and getting to and from work and most of us give up about half our our awake time to our employer. If your employer doesn’t allow you have your firearm with you at work that could be a legitimate reason for us to stop carrying a concealed firearm.
Washington Begins to Recognize Kansas Permits Again
Understanding that Kansas will in fact honor Washington permits from Washington residents they have once again started to honor the Kansas concealed carry permits.
Washington No Longer Honoring Permits From Arkansas, Kansas, Mississippi and Missouri
On June 2nd, 2015 the Attorney General’s office updated their official list based on that criteria and in doing so stopped honoring permits from Arkansas, Kansas, Mississippi, and Missouri. You can find the official site and list here:
Fear of Taking Action in The Moment of Truth
Did you stop carrying concealed because you were concerned with your mental and emotional ability to take action when the situation calls for it? If so, you are far more normal than you may think.
Physical Discomfort When Carrying Concealed Firearms
Guns are heavy, bulky, and oddly shaped. It just takes TIME for your body to adjust to the feeling of that firearm. Despite your best efforts there will be some discomfort for a time.
Why Memorial Day 2015 Is Worth Celebrating
Diversity makes us strong but only blood keeps us safe. This memorial day remember those whose sacrifice has been given in blood on a battle field. That is why we all have an equal obligation to remember and honor those who have given their own lives to defend this nation and the few things we agree on.
