Matthew Maruster
Self Defense Techniques – Using a Handheld Flashlight
Final Lesson in this 11-part series 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…
Strategies to Stay Safe When Using Rideshare Services
There’s no doubt that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around town much easier. But with the rise in popularity of these services has come an increase…
Criminals get off scot-free, you’re the one who pays
Today, it seems that criminals can get away with anything. They commit heinous crimes and often don’t face any penalties for their actions. Meanwhile, you’re the one who pays the…
When Dry Fire isn’t “Dry” – Sleepy Dry Fire Practice
Handling firearms comes with substantial risk. Unfortunately, the risk doesn’t disappear just when we leave the range. Many unintended discharges (UDs) occur when people conduct dry fire practice. When Dry…
Shooter Ready Challenge, January 2022
January 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.…
Self Defense Techniques – Collapsable Baton
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…
Are strict gun laws making people safer?
There is a lot of debate surrounding strict gun laws and their impact on public safety. Some people argue that states with stricter gun laws are more dangerous, while others…
City Passes Annual Fee and Mandatory Insurance for Gun Owners
In another attack on the Second Amendment, the city of San Jose has passed a new law requiring gun owners to pay an annual fee and maintain insurance coverage. The…
ATF Seizes Firearms From Amish Dairy Farmer
An Amish dairyman living in Pennsylvania had his firearms seized by the ATF as part of an investigation. Here is what we know so far about this “gun bust.” ATF…
Firearm in an Uber – Uncovering their Policy?
Many of you have likely read stories of drivers or passengers who were armed and forced to use their firearms to defend themselves against various threats over the years, but if Uber had its way these defensive gun uses would have never happened in the first place, because you wouldn’t be armed at all.
When Dry Fire isn’t “Dry” – I Don’t Remember Loading the Gun
Handling firearms comes with substantial risk. Unfortunately, the risk doesn’t disappear just when we leave the range. Many unintended discharges (UDs) occur when people conduct dry fire practice. When Dry…
9th Circuit Rules COVID Lockdowns of Gun Stores, Unconstitutional
Last week, a Federal Appeals Court in the 9th circuit ruled in favor of freedom and the Second Amendment. McDougall V. County of Ventura — In the case of McDougall…
Self Defense Techniques for Defending Against Knife Attacks
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…
5 Exciting and New Products from Holosun – SHOT Show 2022
This week, we learned about 5 new product releases from Holosun, including one game-changing optic known as the Solar Charging Sight (SCS). Also included are the new EPS and EPS…
LASR and WEE-1 Tactical Focus on Youth Shooting – SHOT Show 2022
Youth shooting sports don’t get much publicity. So, I want to mention two companies here at SHOT Show working to support training children and young adults to be safe and…
