Matthew Maruster
VIDEO – Considerations for Helping an Officer
We often hear reports or see videos of citizens stepping in to help officers struggling with suspects. Two recent videos prompted me to jot down some advice for anyone considering…
Recall of Select FN 502 .22LR Pistols With Manual Safety Issue
FN America, LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A issued a recall for a series of their FN 502 pistol chambered in .22 LR. If you own one, please…
Fact or Fiction – Are Concealed Carriers “Sheepdogs”?
The idea of being a sheepdog is a noble one. However, it’s fair to see if a misunderstanding of that term leads non-law enforcement officers into an improper mentality. Origin…
CO. State Rep Drops His Gun at Colorado Capitol Building
A Republican State Representative in Colorado had an embarrassing incident that might even be a severe violation of Colorado law. According to local news station Fox31, when Representative Richard Holtorf…
Ohio Becomes 23rd Constitutional Carry State with DeWine Signing SB215
Yesterday Governor DeWine Signed Ohio Constitutional Carry, Senate Bill 215, and it will become law 90 days from today. Over the last 2 years, the state legislatures across the country…
Alabama – 22nd State to Pass Constitutional Carry
Yesterday, Governor Kay Ivey signed House Bill 272, making Alabama the 1st governor to sign a constitutional carry bill this year. After signing the bill, she released the following statement:…
Sheriff Wants Gov to Veto Constitutional Carry – Had Gun Stolen From Vehicle
Here’s a story that will make you scratch your head. Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey wants you to know she doesn’t care much for individual freedom, liberty, or the Constitution.…
Indiana Constitutional Carry HB1296 Awaits Gov Signature
Indiana lawmakers passed HB1296. The bill removes the requirement that a person obtains a permit to carry a handgun in the state. Now Gov. Eric Holcomb must decide to sign…
My Holster Has a Gap Around the Trigger Guard, is it Safe?
I recommend hard-sided holsters molded for the gun that covers and protects the entire trigger guard. I prefer these qualities because I want to eliminate the possibility that anything enters…
WA State Legislature, Hates Gun Owners – Passes Magazine Ban
Late Friday, the Washington State Legislature dealt another blow to gun owners in the Pacific Northwest. With a vote of 55-42, the Washington Senate passed SB5078. Everyone knows the law…
Ohio Constitutional Carry Bill Passes Senate and House, Waits for Gov Signature
Ohio gun-owners are poised to join the ranks of 21 other states that have some form of constitutional or permitless carry law. So we’re close, but there is still work…
Ex Breaks In – Woman Shoots Him in Self Defense
Last Sunday, an Oklahoma woman shot an ex-boyfriend who physically assaulted her inside her apartment. Oklahoma News 4 reports that around 4:00 AM on Sunday, February 27th, a man entered…
Some R7 Mako Handguns Recalled by Kimber
Kimber issued a recall for a select batch of their new R7 Mako handguns. If you know someone who owns a Kimber R7 Mako, please share this notice with them.…
When Does Carrying a Handgun, Turn into a Liability?
I just watched a video on Reddit that showed an elderly man walking through a parking lot, and he was open carrying his everyday carry (EDC) handgun. The one who…
Shooter Ready Challenge, February 2022
February 2022 Shooter Ready Challenge We’ve been publishing dry fire training and challenge videos since October 2019 to help the average gun carrier take their skills to the next level.…
