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Revolver Fest 2025: A Weekend of Training, Tradition, and Top-Tier Instruction

By Jacob Paulsen / October 14, 2025

Revolver Fest 2025 brought revolver enthusiasts to South Carolina for three days of elite training, demos, and community hosted by American Fighting Revolver. Here’s my firsthand recap and takeaways from the event.

S12E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Woman Saves Herself From S*x Assault With Her G*n

By Riley Bowman / October 12, 2025

In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we discuss the critical importance of defensive gun use through real-life Justified Saves stories. We explore incidents that underscore firearm safety, decision-making in road rage confrontations, and the complexities of domestic disputes.

KSG Armory Saratoga Offers Ruger LCR IWB Holster Solution

By Jacob Paulsen / October 9, 2025

KSG Armory has expanded its popular Saratoga holster line to fit Ruger LCR revolvers. The IWB Holster is perfect for your Ruger LCR concealed carry needs.

BarrelBlok Awarded Contract by the Norwegian Armed Forces

By Jacob Paulsen / October 8, 2025

BarrelBlok announced a contract with the Norwegian Armed Forces to supply BarrelBloks, RifleBloks, and MagBloks in 9mm, 5.56 NATO, 4.6×30mm, and 7.62 NATO. Selected units tested BarrelBlok since 2021 — now adopted service-wide for dry-fire training, maintenance, demonstrations, and combatives.

Supreme Court Accepts Case Challenging Hawaii’s Ban on Carrying Guns on Private Property

By Jacob Paulsen / October 7, 2025

Supreme Court accepts Wolford v. Hawaii, targeting the state’s “vampire rule” that defaults to no carry on private property open to the public. What SCOTUS will decide, why DOJ weighed in, and what it means for gun owners nationwide.

Federal Judge Rules Post Office Gun Ban Unconstitutional — But Not for Everyone

By Jacob Paulsen / October 6, 2025

Important warning up front: This ruling does not automatically make it legal for everyone to carry a firearm in a U.S. Post Office. The decision protects the named individual plaintiffs…

S12E10: Why Attend Training…Even as an Instructor? with Charlie Perez

By Riley Bowman / October 2, 2025

In this episode, I chat with competitive practical shooter Charlie Perez about the importance of continuous training for both instructors and students. We discuss how effective teaching goes beyond formal certifications and the need for self-evaluation. Emphasizing the dual role of teacher and learner, we highlight the value of self-awareness and feedback in skill development. Personal anecdotes illustrate the transformative impact of diverse teaching styles. Key takeaways include viewing learning as a lifelong commitment, fostering curiosity, and actively seeking challenges for growth. This episode inspires listeners to embrace their paths to mastery.

VIKTOS Perimeter 25 Backpack Review

By Jacob Paulsen / October 1, 2025

After six months of daily use, here’s my review of the VIKTOS Perimeter 25 Backpack—perfect size, rugged construction, CCW features, and organization that works.

Vigilance & Fellowship: Church Security Digital Round Table

By Jacob Paulsen / September 30, 2025

Join ConcealedCarry.com on October 9th, 2025 for the Vigilance & Fellowship: Church Security Digital Round Table. Learn from experts Steve Moses and Chris Matlock as they share strategies to protect congregations from targeted violence. Free for Guardian Nation members.

Prepared Isn’t Paranoid. It’s Love With a Plan

By Mitch Goerdt / September 30, 2025

Aisle seven, ordinary Tuesday. Fluorescent hum overhead. The checkout dings. Laura Ashley’s list is dialed for what the kids will actually eat. I push the cart. Izzy rides the front…

The 3 Most Common Safety Violations At The Gun Range

By Jacob Paulsen / September 26, 2025

Discover the three most common gun range safety violations—unsafe reholstering, poor muzzle direction, and lingering fingers—and how to avoid them.

2025 Guardian Conference: A Milestone Year of Training, Community, and Excellence

By Jacob Paulsen / September 25, 2025

The 2025 Guardian Conference concluded this past weekend in Oklahoma City, marking five years of bringing together some of the nation’s top defensive firearms instructors and dedicated students committed to…

Florida Court Strikes Down Open Carry Ban — A Landmark Win for the Second Amendment

By Jacob Paulsen / September 25, 2025

Florida appeals court strikes down the state’s open carry ban. What the ruling says, what AG guidance means, and how the change affects gun owners now.

DOJ Steps In To Stop Assault Weapon Bans

By Jacob Paulsen / September 25, 2025

The DOJ steps in to stop assault weapon bans, filing briefs against unconstitutional gun restrictions in Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s why it matters for the Second Amendment.

Illinois Expands Firearm Storage Law to Cover All Minors

By Jacob Paulsen / September 25, 2025

“Illinois expands its firearm storage law with the Safe Gun Storage Act, extending requirements from homes with children under 14 to all minors under 18. Learn about penalties, enforcement, and what gun owners need to know before the law takes effect in 2026