Jacob Paulsen

Gun Vault VS Sports Afield: SA-RV2 & GV MiniVault

By Jacob Paulsen / October 13, 2017

The Sports Afield Lightning SA-RV2 has been discontinued. To see the safes that have replaced the SA-RV2 follow this link.   Today we once again pair up a set of…

Guide to Gun Law and Gun Control For American Journalists

By Jacob Paulsen / October 6, 2017

An guide of American gun law, written to help journalists and others who want to understand the actual law and regulation of American guns and gun owners. Background checks, registration, assault rifles, permits, open carry, campus carry, loopholes, and more!

Is It Smart To Say on Facebook That You’d Kill Your Attacker?

By Jacob Paulsen / September 29, 2017

Unfortunately the prosecutor/plantiff will likely dig up anything in your past that will support their case. Comments you have left on blogs (like this one), comments on Facebook, tweets, and that conversation you once had with a friend. It is all subject to examination in the court room.

Comfort Cling Holster From Clinger Holsters

By Jacob Paulsen / September 22, 2017

try out their new “Comfort Cling” holster. The Comfort Cling holster is a clipless holster similar to a Remora or Sticky holster. This is actually the first holster of this style that I’ve ever worn so I can’t compare it to the similar products out there but what follows is my own thoughts on my experience with the Comfort Cling holster over the last week or so of daily use.

5 Reasons You SHOULD Own an OWB Holster

By Jacob Paulsen / September 20, 2017

While I agree that in most cases IWB holsters are going to be preferable to OWB holsters there are many reasons and circumstances in which owning an OWB Holster for your firearm is necessary or handy. What follows is a review of those circumstances.

7 Ways to Inspire Confidence In Others When At The Range

By Jacob Paulsen / September 20, 2017

I have often thought back on moments when I’ve been out to the range with a friend or family member who is firing a gun for the first time. They…

Gun and Self-Defense Insurance Companies Compared

By Jacob Paulsen / September 14, 2017

Our research team finally put the finishing touches on a comparison that charts the differences in coverage and benefits between the 7 largest competitors in this space: US Law Shield, USCCA, NRA Carry Guard, CCW Safe, ACLDN, and Conifer.

GunVault MicroVault Standard VS Sports Afield Top Access Lightning Handgun Vault

By Jacob Paulsen / September 8, 2017

Today we compare two very similar handgun safes from very reputable companies. These “clamshell” style top-access safes are great for keeping under a car seat or in a drawer. While the two different products are very comparable in many respects they also have their own advantages.

The Importance of Physical Fitness in Firearm Related Self Defense

By Jacob Paulsen / September 7, 2017

Physical strength and Aerobic health WILL help you stand your ground if you feel it is appropriate. They WILL help you retreat if and where it is possible and appropriate. They WILL help you withstand the chemical and physiological response associated with fear of your life.

Concealed Carry Fashion Show At The 2017 NRA Carry Guard Expo

By Jacob Paulsen / August 28, 2017

Many people may hear the words Fashion Show and imagine images of well dressed models demoing expensive clothing and accessories but that was far from the reality of this NRA Fashion Show.

A Data Driven Approach To Analyzing Campus Carry

By Jacob Paulsen / August 25, 2017

Dear American Higher Education Professors and other Faculty, The world of Academia consistently pushes back against any proposal that would legally allow a college/university student to carry a firearm concealed…

West Virginia Now Honors the Wisconsin Permit

By Jacob Paulsen / August 22, 2017

Attorney General Patrick Morrisey of West Virginia announced that mutual recognition of concealed carry permits has been established between West Virginia and Wisconsin. Wisconsin already informally recognized the West Virginia permit but this formal agreement between states grants that those with permits from Wisconsin can now also carry in West Virginia.

Should You Attend the NRA Carry Guard 2017 Expo?

By Jacob Paulsen / August 18, 2017

The event is advertising that 150 exhibitors will be showcasing products and services oriented toward the every day armed citizen. There will also be a Concealed Carry Fashion Show and unlike some other industry events this is one where you can come armed. Concealed carry (within the limits of Wisconsin law) is allowed.

Concealed Carry Clothing – Concealment and Comfort?

By Jacob Paulsen / August 9, 2017

The Goal of any CCWer is to carry the largest gun with the highest ammo capacity they can lawfully conceal in the most tactically available position possible. Sadly, for many…

Dry Fire Training With Laser Simulation

By Jacob Paulsen / July 31, 2017

While very practical I always felt that little sense of healthy fear when I was dry firing my gun at home. No matter how many times I checked and inspected it I was still afraid of some sort of discharge and I had to be super careful to make sure I reloaded the gun after each training session so it would be ready for defensive use should I have a real life encounter.