Jacob Paulsen

Virginia Judge Rules Universal Background Check Law Unconstitutional

By Jacob Paulsen / November 18, 2025

A Virginia judge has struck down the state’s universal background check law, ruling it unconstitutional due to conflicts that prevented 18–20-year-old adults from legally acquiring handguns. Here’s what the decision means for gun owners and other states with similar laws.

New Video Series This Week: What You Need to Know About Pistol Optics

By Jacob Paulsen / November 4, 2025

We’re rolling out a free 3-part video series that dives into pistol-mounted optics—busting myths, explaining pros and cons, and simplifying key features like footprints and reticles. Don’t miss this week’s releases.

When a Mistake Becomes a Tragedy: The Shooting of Columbus State Professor Erica Anderson

By Jacob Paulsen / October 25, 2025

Columbus State professor Erica Anderson was tragically shot by her roommate, who mistook her for an intruder. Here’s what happened—and the practical, verbal, and barricade strategies that prevent mistaken-identity shootings.

Springfield Armory Announces Hellcat in .380 ACP

By Jacob Paulsen / October 25, 2025

Springfield Armory expands its Hellcat lineup with a new .380 ACP model offering lighter recoil, 11+1 capacity, and optics-ready carry performance.

The Hex Drill — A Guardian Pistol Curriculum Favorite

By Jacob Paulsen / October 22, 2025

Train shooting while moving, target transitions, cadence control and situational awareness with the Hex Drill — a 6-position Guardian Pistol Curriculum workout (min. 27 rounds).

US Supreme Court Agrees To Settle The Marijuana Gun Question

By Jacob Paulsen / October 21, 2025

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could determine whether marijuana users can legally own guns under the Second Amendment. Here’s what it means.

Glock’s New V-Series: What’s Changing, Why People Are Mad

By Jacob Paulsen / October 21, 2025

Glock’s new V-Series pistols arrive amid lawsuits from Chicago, New Jersey, and Seattle—and a new California law banning future Glock sales. Here’s what the V-Series means for owners, parts compatibility, and the brand’s legal future.

Why Appendix Carry Didn’t Work For You

By Jacob Paulsen / October 15, 2025

Tried appendix carry but hated it? You’re not alone. Here’s why it probably wasn’t the position—it was your holster. Learn the 3 key features of a proper appendix holster and see how KSG Armory’s Lexington, Revere, and Declaration models fix the problem.

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.

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…

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.