Matthew Maruster

Watch, Man Shot During Reckless Live Fire Handgun Training—Exploring the Myth of ‘Realistic’ Training

By Matthew Maruster / October 9, 2023

Some in the firearms training world believe in the notion that taking unnecessary risks leads to more realistic and effective training. However, this belief rests on shaky ground, as it…

Another Open Carry Fail—Criminal Takes Gun From Man in Columbus, Ohio

By Matthew Maruster / October 5, 2023

In August, a Columbus, Ohio gas station, a man had his handgun stolen while he was paying the cashier. The criminal took the gun from the unsuspecting customer, fled the…

Is 10 Enough? How Many Rounds for Daily Concealed Carry?

By Matthew Maruster / October 5, 2023

Every concealed carrier faces a critical question: how many rounds should be on hand for daily defense? While statistics suggest an average, real-world situations are unpredictable. This article navigates the…

Grip Strength, Handguns, and Gender Differences

By Matthew Maruster / October 4, 2023

Did you know that studies show grip strength has a relationship with cardiovascular and overall health? I’m not a doctor, so I’ll stay in my lane and aim the conversation…

Taxing Our Gun Rights-CA Gov Newsom Calls 10% tax a “Sin Tax”

By Matthew Maruster / October 2, 2023

California is always at the forefront of the national conversation on gun control, and Governor Gavin Newsom is a prominent figure in pushing for strict regulations. California’s plasticized Governor signed…

Genuine Tourniquets are a Must: Say No to Counterfeits

By Matthew Maruster / September 28, 2023

Some people in our team notified me of something disturbing they found while visiting an undisclosed shooting range that was hosting a USPSA Championship match. Each shooting bay had a…

Trump’s Glock Fascination: Video Sparks Interest in Gun Law & Indictments

By Matthew Maruster / September 26, 2023

Hey there, fellow firearm enthusiasts! It seems like the news cycle never stops surprising us. One recent buzz is about none other than Donald Trump expressing an interest in owning…

Understanding Gun Violence: Numbers, Context, and Solutions

By Matthew Maruster / September 25, 2023

Gun violence is a subject that permeates American discourse, touching on media, politics, and public concern. Addressing this issue requires a careful examination of the numbers and a comparison to…

Shooter Ready Challenge, August 2023

By Matthew Maruster / September 22, 2023

August 2023 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.…

Unveiling ATF’s Abuse of Power: Revoking FFL Licenses

By Matthew Maruster / September 15, 2023

Concerns are mounting over the obvious abuse of power by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), particularly in the agency’s assault on Federal Firearm License (FFL) holders.…

What to do With Autocrats Like Michelle Lujan Grisham?

By Matthew Maruster / September 12, 2023

New Mexico Governess Michelle Lujan Grisham did something exceptional last week. By going full autocrat, and claiming she would suspend the Second Amendment while declaring a ‘health emergency,’ the governess…

Taurus Releases New TS9 Full-Size 9mm Handgun

By Matthew Maruster / September 7, 2023

In its press release for the new TS9 handgun, Taurus says the newest 9mm offering is set to “revolutionize the industry”. Let’s look and see if the firearm’s features live…

Monumental Ruling: 18-20 Year Olds Can Purchase Handguns, Judge Rules

By Matthew Maruster / September 1, 2023

The Supreme Court’s ruling in NYSRPA v Bruen continues to reshape America’s gun laws in monumental ways. This recent ruling by a District Court Judge in Virginia addresses an oddity…

NJ to Enact Gun Control Technology that Failed in Maryland

By Matthew Maruster / August 28, 2023

New Jersey’s Attorney General Matthew Platkin explained that soon, all semi-automatic firearms sold in The Garden State will need to be outfitted with a specific gun control technology. This technology,…

64-Year-Old Marine Corps Vet Sues Maryland Over Red Flag Law Allegation

By Matthew Maruster / August 25, 2023

If what Donald S. Willey claims in his federal lawsuit is true, the fear that people would use red flag laws to punish and harass someone out of spite, seem…