Own an AR-15? Check out the Blackbeard from Mantis
The Blackbeard AR-15 laser training device is relatively new to the market. However, it’s already dominating the competitive products in the space with its impressive features and performance. For those…
Read MoreS4E12: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Be Careful What You Say to the Media
Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES (Defensive Gun Uses) including the successes and the failures. Not only is the justified use of deadly force important to understand and execute, but we also need to be prepared for the aftermath, and that includes talking to the media. Tune in!
Read More10 Christmas Gifts For Your Favorite Gun Owner – 2021
Between inflation and unprecedented supply chain issues, shopping for Christmas gifts will be especially challenging this year. It’s nearly Thanksgiving, so if you’re like me, you’re getting ready to knock…
Read MoreS4E11: Achieving Max Cold Performance with Charlie Perez
Riley Bowman interviews Charlie Perez of Big Panda Performance to discuss how we can get max performance WHEN IT COUNTS…or from the first round fired…cold. As defensive shooters, this is CRITICAL because we only get one chance. Something for everyone, so tune in!
Read MoreHow To Disarm An Attacker With A Handgun
We promote a self-defense strategy that begins with a proper mindset of awareness and avoidance. Unfortunately, avoidance isn’t always possible, and when de-escalation is ineffective or impractical, we can make…
Read MoreTestimony Ends in Kyle Rittenhouse Trial – Verdict Watch with Andrew Branca
When the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse began, I encouraged all our readers to follow Attorney Branca’s legal analysis. I want to reiterate – the implications from this case aren’t important…
Read MoreS4E10: Beyond OODA with Varg Freeborn
Riley Bowman interviews Varg Freeborn, author of the books Violence of Mind and Beyond OODA. We’re going to get into what situational awareness REALLY is about as understood by a man who has truly lived a life of violence. This episode has the potential to change the course of your life, so tune in!
Read MoreS4E9: Throttle Control – What is it? And How Can We Practice it in Dry Fire?
Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss Throttle Control, what it is, what it isn’t, and how we can practice it in dry fire. This concept was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge.
Read MoreS4E8: Rapid Fire with Jacob Paulsen
Riley puts Jacob in the hot seat with another installment of our “Rapid Fire” series. This fun and unique format gives you the opportunity to learn more about Jacob and his thoughts on a variety of topics where he is required to respond to nearly 40 questions with only 60 seconds each.
Read More“California Compliant” Handguns, Why Can’t You Buy a P365 In California?
NOTE: On Nov 4th, 2023 The P365 was added to the California roster which makes the specifics in this article about that firearm no longer accurate though the general information…
Read MoreS4E7: Rapid Fire with Matthew Maruster
Riley Bowman puts Matthew Maruster in the hot seat with another installment of our “Rapid Fire” series. This fun and unique format gives you the opportunity to learn more about Matthew and his thoughts on a variety of topics where he is required to respond to nearly 40 questions with only 60 seconds each.
Read MoreWhat is a Dummy Round-How Did Alec Baldwin Shoot His Director?
The shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on a movie set by actor/director Alec Baldwin prompts legitimate questions. For example, what kinds of guns and ammunition do actors use in movies?…
Read MoreHollow Point Ammunition-The Only Choice For Self Defense
Quite often, someone asks what type of ammunition they should use for self-defense. Broadly speaking, the answer is straightforward. Use hollow point ammunition in your self-defense and home-defense guns. Hollow…
Read MoreFelons and Gun Possession? A Question of Rights
We need to tackle tough topics sometimes, and the question of convicted felons possessing firearms is one such topic. Should Felons Possess Firearms: I think there are two different ways…
Read MoreWhat do You Carry Along With Your EDC Gun?
If you’re reading this post, you likely carry a handgun for self-defense, and I have a question for you. What do you carry daily in addition to your everyday carry…
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