Jacob Paulsen

Train Like You Mean It: Adam Winch Demonstrates a 50-Round Qualification Drill

By Jacob Paulsen / July 5, 2025

Firearms instructor Adam Winch demonstrates a 50-round pistol qualification test based on Arizona’s armed guard standard. Learn the drill and how to train with Adam at the 2025 Guardian Conference.

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Wyoming Expands Gun Rights: Concealed Carry Now Allowed in Schools, Government Meetings, and More

By Jacob Paulsen / June 30, 2025

Wyoming just removed major gun-free zones! As of July 1, 2025, permit holders can carry in schools, and concealed carry is now allowed in public meetings, airports, and more. Learn what changed and how to stay legal.

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North Carolina Constitutional Carry Gets Vetoed – Here’s What That Tells Us

By Jacob Paulsen / June 30, 2025

North Carolina Constitutional Carry was vetoed by Gov. Josh Stein. Here’s what it means for gun owners, SB 50, and the future of 2A rights in NC.

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First Look at the Rost Martin RM1C & RM1S – American-Made Value Pistols Worth a Serious Look

By Jacob Paulsen / June 21, 2025

Get a first look at the American-made Rost Martin RM1C and RM1S pistols—feature-packed handguns with red dot readiness, ambi controls, and sub-$500 pricing. Now compatible with the KSG Lexington holster.

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Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California’s One-Gun-a-Month Law as Unconstitutional

By Jacob Paulsen / June 20, 2025

The Ninth Circuit ruled California’s one-gun-a-month law unconstitutional. Learn why the court struck it down, what this means for gun rights, and who fought to win this legal battle.

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Comprehensive List of Popular Dry-Fire Firearm Training Tools

By Jacob Paulsen / June 20, 2025

An overview of all the various training pistols, targets, cards, and other tools designed to enhance your dryfire training experience and results. There are as many dry fire techniques as there are products to support them!

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Why You Should Still Get a Concealed Carry Permit—Even in a Constitutional Carry State

By Jacob Paulsen / June 20, 2025

Even in states with Constitutional Carry, there are strong reasons to get a concealed carry permit—like travel reciprocity, legal clarity, and faster gun purchases. Learn why a permit still makes sense.

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What Gun Laws Should You Check Before Traveling to Another State?

By Jacob Paulsen / June 17, 2025

Traveling with a firearm? Learn which state laws vary—and why checking them before you go is critical. Plus insight into the best resources to research other state’s laws.

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Why More Gun Owners Are Carrying J-Frames IWB—and What Holster to Choose

By Jacob Paulsen / June 16, 2025

Discover why more gun owners are choosing to carry Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers inside the waistband (IWB) and explore top holster options—especially the highly adaptable KSG Saratoga.

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Responsible & Prepared Summer Travel for Armed Citizens

By Jacob Paulsen / June 16, 2025

Plan your summer road trip the smart way. Learn how responsible armed citizens can stay legal, safe, and prepared while traveling with a firearm — including laws, storage, air travel, medical kits, and more.

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Federal Judge Upholds Colorado Law Barring Gun Sales to Adults Under 21

By Jacob Paulsen / June 13, 2025

A federal judge upheld Colorado’s SB23-169, banning gun sales to adults under 21. Gun rights advocates call the decision a blow to the Second Amendment. What’s next for legal adults denied their rights?

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Pennsylvania and Virginia Restore Mutual Concealed Carry Reciprocity—Finally

By Jacob Paulsen / June 13, 2025

Pennsylvania and Virginia have reinstated mutual concealed carry reciprocity, restoring rights lost in 2018. Permit holders in both states can now legally carry across state lines under the new agreement signed June 11, 2025.

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They Hate That Gun Companies Aren’t Liable for Criminals

By Jacob Paulsen / June 13, 2025

The gun control lobby wants gunmakers to be liable when criminals misuse their products. Here’s why the PLCAA matters—and why it’s constantly under attack.

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70+ Concealed Carry Mistakes and How to Avoid Them [Update]

By Jacob Paulsen / June 11, 2025

This list of concealed carry mistakes was compiled to help firearm owners and concealed carry permit holders grow their skills and identify unsafe behavior while carry the concealed weapon and on your journey to being a prepared and willing American Gun Responder.

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The Boulder Firebomb Attack: A Reminder That Evil Finds a Way

By Jacob Paulsen / June 9, 2025

A would-be mass killer in Boulder was denied a gun due to immigration status, not red flags. The attack still happened. This case shows background checks rarely stop evil—only slow it down.

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