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P365 With SIG 365 V-Crown Ammo

3 Criteria for Effective Self-Defense Ammo

By Matthew Maruster / September 27, 2021

The importance of purchasing good self-defense ammunition for your everyday carry (EDC) handgun, or your home defense gun, is often overlooked. But what does it mean to say you should…

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Red Republic Tactical nylon belt

List of my 3 Favorite EDC Gun Belts for Concealed Carry

By Matthew Maruster / August 24, 2021

Are you looking for a belt to use with your concealed, everyday carry (EDC) handgun? I’ll direct you to some gun belts that I used and have confidence in recommending.…

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Why People Don’t Buy A Shot Timer – Top Reasons Exposed

By Joshua Gillem / August 19, 2021

When we released our new-to-market shot timer called the RangeTech Bluetooth Shot Timer, we did a fair amount of market research to understand what you thought about shot timers. I…

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Consider a Larger Gun for Concealed Carry

By Matthew Maruster / August 13, 2021

The size of a concealed carry gun should be as small as possible, right? Over the past several years, my opinion on this topic has changed quite a bit. My…

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Canik

Canik Releases New Enhanced METE Line of Semi Auto Handguns

By Matthew Maruster / August 11, 2021

Canik released a new series of semi-auto handguns to market. The new line is called Mete. Canik says the new Mete lineup brings enhancements to their well-received TP9 series of…

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holster clips

One or Two Clips on your EDC Holster?

By Matthew Maruster / August 10, 2021

Deciding on an everyday carry (EDC) holster can become frustrating because of the many different features. But what about the number of clips it uses? Do you prefer a holster…

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foundation belt

EDC Belt Co. – Foundation Belt : Incredible Balance of Comfort and Structure

By Matthew Maruster / August 9, 2021

I have been using the Foundation Belt from EDC Belto Company for nearly 5 months now. I’ll let you know how it’s holding up and if it is worth the…

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Finding the Best Holster Clip From So Many Options

By Matthew Maruster / August 6, 2021

The way the holster attaches to your clothing should be a factor in your selection process. How can you find the best concealed carry holster clip with so many different…

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SIG P365 9mm in Tac-Lab MTR Holster

Trouble Concealing Your EDC With a Sidecar Holster?

By Matthew Maruster / July 12, 2021

Some time ago, I ditched one-piece, Kydex “sidecar” style holsters. Sidecar style holsters have an integrated magazine pouch design. I came to this decision not because they are unsafe but…

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Sweat Guard on Your Holster, Yay or Nay?

By Matthew Maruster / July 6, 2021

Buying a holster can become confusing because of the many different options available. I occasionally get a question about one of those options; the sweat guard or sweat shield. Should…

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Is It A Good Idea To Use Your EDC Gun For Multiple Uses?

By Matthew Maruster / June 29, 2021

You probably spent quite a lot of time and effort finding the gun you like best for concealed carry. It fits your hands, you shoot it well, it’s reliable, and…

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car holster

Stop Using Your Car as a Holster: 6 reasons

By Matthew Maruster / June 22, 2021

I have seen more and more online ads promoting gun-retention “holster” products designed to mount directly to the dashboard of a car. I think these car holster products are dangerous,…

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rock island 9mm

Rock Island Armory Release: STK100 Striker-Fired Handgun

By Matthew Maruster / June 14, 2021

Rock Island Armory is well-known for its single-action, 1911 handguns. Now they are venturing into the striker-fired market with the release of the STK100. Rock Island Armory (RIA) STK100: I…

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The Budget Shooter – Where to Spend In Your Defensive Firearm Journey

By Jacob Paulsen / May 28, 2021

Money is not unlimited for most of us. If you follow the defensive firearm industry at all (or any other segment of the firearm world) you know that it feels…

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Quick Access Handgun Safe Buyers Guide – Locking Styles, Design, and Construction

By Jacob Paulsen / May 28, 2021

Objective and Criteria I own various styles of gun safes with different purposes. For example, a safe I use for long-term firearm storage meet other criteria than a safe I…

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