Do I Need a Safety on my Everyday Carry Handgun?
Do you have a safety on your EDC Everyday Carry Gun? Why or why not? Have you ever thought about why you choose to carry a firearm with or without…
Don't Fidget With Your Gun, Or You Could Shoot Someone
I apologize for the click-bait title, but it's true. And it's exactly what had happened last month after a concealed carrier was having a difficult time with the positioning of…
Episode 144: Home Carry – 24/7 Readiness
Riley and Matthew decided to address the issue of “home carry,” or making sure one carries all the time including at home…which is the one location that statistics show you are most likely to need access to your gun at a moment's notice. We talk about some of the strategies and tactics to keep in mind to make sure you are prepared 24/7!
Is Violence Ever Justified?
With the exception maybe of Shaolin Monks living in a mountaintop temple, violence is part of our everyday life; and it is not unique to humans. Every form of life…
The Real Cause of Negligent Discharges
In summary I would submit that if we want to avoid negligent discharges we should start by removing any thought from our mind about how our training or experience may protect us. Next we need to ask ourselves if
Teaching Fundamentals and Safety With the UMAREX NXG APX Air Rifle
Firearm safety should be paramount in any responsible gun owner's mind. Ingraining safe gun handling habits, as well as proper shooting fundamentals in children, is something that every parent (gun…
Episode 140: Questions From Listeners-Carrying While Chambered and More!
Riley and Jacob take some time out of the normal schedule of things to answer some questions that have been recently submitted by listeners. Carrying with a round in the chamber, pocket holsters, carrying concealed while biking or doing other physical activities, and printing are some of the topics covered in today's episode. Thanks to Brian, Jesse and Bert for submitting your questions to the podcast!
Episode 139: Wins and Losses in Self-Defense Shootings
Riley and Jacob cover a TON of stories in our most loaded news episode yet! More than half-a-dozen legislative updates and general interest stories, plus five–yes, FIVE–justified stories today! Don't miss it!
Episode 138: The ULTIMATE Concealed Carry Beginner's Guide – Part 1
After receiving an email from a listener, Riley and Jacob were inspired to respond directly to that email with this episode today which has become the ULTIMATE guide for a beginning CCWer. We were asked to cover some subjects that newer CCWers need to know that they might not always figure out right away. Although fundamental information, we are confident newer and more experienced shooters alike will find value in this episode.
Episode 137: Man Sits on Cocked Gun, Shoots Self in Genitals
Riley and Matthew talk about the latest in national and state legislative issues including one Oregon law that just passed through the state house heading for the governor's desk that WILL result in the confiscation of guns without due process!! Meanwhile on a more positive front, new legislation is introduced that goes even further than the Hearing Protection Act that would completely deregulate silencers in the federal law–the SHUSH Act looks very promising as far as legislation is concerned, but does it stand a chance in the U.S. House and Senate? Finally, don't miss the crazy story where one man gets shot in the “crown jewels” when he sits down on his loaded gun!
Episode 134: Keeping a Gun on the Nightstand?
Topic: Keeping a Gun on the Nightstand? Today Riley and Jacob talk about different ways and strategies for keeping your gun handy yet secure on or near the nightstand for quick…
The Need For Gun Safety And How Not To Shoot Your Leg While Pocket Carrying
The backstory: A young 17 year old lady was shot in the chest and killed because a 20 year old male mishandled a handgun he shouldn't have had to begin…
Remanufactured Ammunition, Bad for Your Gun Right?
The firearms community is quite diverse and full of many different schools of thought on many topics. I love reading articles and discussion boards because not only do I learn…
Keeping A Gun On The Nightstand
If you have been in the industry for awhile you may have been subjected to the debate surrounding “keeping the firearm on the nightstand” for quick access in a middle…
Ruger Issues Safety Recall On Mk IV Pistol
Ruger has issued a safety recall on its popular plinking pistol, the Mark IV. While no injuries have been reported at this time, Ruger has determined that a small amount…
Episode 126: Is Your Holster Dangerous? Part 2
Riley gets together with Matthew Maruster to continue their discussion about “dangerous holsters”. We talk about a couple of very popular holsters that seem to give some CCWers problems, and we talk about some concealed carry methods that can be more dangerous for gun carriers and highlight which ones shooters should spend more time training with to make certain their safety and shooting fundamentals are really solid before heading out the door.
Episode 124: Is Your Holster Dangerous? Part 1
Riley gets together with Matthew Maruster to talk about a video Matthew did recently about “dangerous” holsters. We share two experiences where people shot themselves due to problems with their holsters. To learn what these problems were and how to avoid being the next casualty, listen to this episode now!
Akron Man Shoots Daughter who He Mistakenly Thought was Intruder
In what may be considered a nightmare scenario for most gun owners, an Akron man has been dealt the grim reality of shooting a family member in a terrible case…
Here's A Novel Idea, Teach Your Kids About Guns
Another week passes, and another child is dead due to parental negligence. Notice how I didn't say a kid died because of a gun? What's infuriating, is the simple fact…
Off Body Carry: What Do You Have to Overcome
I do know people who primarily use an off body carry system and do it well but the challenges are great and in my experience off body carry options should be considered a last resort after exhausting all other options. Here is an overview of some of my thoughts on the idea.
Ten Things You Need to Buy With Your Handgun
In addition to budgeting for the firearm itself you also need to consider the ancillary expenses that are critical to success with that firearm. Here are some of the most important things to consider.
How to Get Kicked Out of The Gun Range
Gun ranges have the right to be nervous. Any of the above practices can be dangerous both to the shooter and to others in the range. Here are some suggestions of how you can increase your learning experience despite these rules.
Will VHS Tapes Stop A Bullet?
What is one of the first things you'd likely do if ever fired upon and needed to use your weapon in self-defense? Personally speaking, getting to an area where I…
Be Sure Of Your Target – America's Triple S Disease
Perhaps it is due to the TV and movies we watch but there seems to be a sick and sad tendency for American gun owners to shoot at Shapes, Shadows, and Sounds. I’ve even heard other instructors tell their students to
Episode 109: Oklahoma Man Shows Why AR-15s Are the Perfect Home Defense Weapon by Dropping 3 Intruders
In today's news: Riley and Gretta breakdown the current battle in the Capitol to confirm Supreme Court nominee, Neil Gorsuch. We also talk about the ridiculous vetoes that Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe issued on 5 common-sense gun bills and about some safety issues Kentucky families may be facing. Also we highlight 3 excellent Justified stories including one where a 23-year-old Oklahoma man is forced to use his AR-15 on 3 armed intruders.
When Murphy Strikes on The Range
Try and plan for Murphy, so you can avoid most of his shenanigans, but understand he will get all of us at one time or another. This is just one example of the countless number of potentially dangerous, and unlikely things that can happen.
Episode 106: What Studying 300 Negligent Discharge Stories Teaches You
The ConcealedCarry.com team spent 3 months researching, studying and analyzing 292 negligent discharges that occurred between December 2014 and November 2016. What we learned from this intensive study was both remarkable and surprising!! Listen in to find out why both the anti-gunners and gun-rights supporters have at times been wrong in their understanding of some of these issues!
300 Negligent Discharges Study: The Shocking Results
Recently Concealed Carry Inc. undertook a massive study about one of the most dangerous and unfortunately common issues that faces firearm carriers. The issue of negligent discharges.
35 Home Defense Tactics To Prevent Intruders [Updated]
We all train and prepare to be able to use our firearms to defend ourselves in any life threatening situation but of course we hope we don't have to. Today's article will outline 29 things you can do to increase your home security and make it less likely that you will have to use the gun.
Episode 104: Innocent Murder? Lessons From Georgia Teen’s Death
Today Riley and Jacob break down the unfortunate and tragic story out of Georgia where a father accidentally shot and killed the 17-yr-old friend of his 14-yr-old daughter mistaking the teen as a home intruder. You might think these sorts of accidents rarely happen, but the reality is that they happen far too often to be ignored. What can we learn from this story? What can we do to prevent further cases of “mistaken intruder” happening in the future? We hope you'll tune in and enjoy today's episode.
Is a Motorcycle Helmet Bulletproof?
Ok, so a lot of people count on a helmet to protect their head from asphalt at 60 mph. So it isn't so crazy to wonder if that same helmet might protect your noggin from a bullet. Well we decided to test out the theory. We started with a .380 auto and in the video below you can see the results.
CTRL Eyewear CTRL One Glasses Review
Eyewear is a must have any time that you go out shooting. Whether that be at an indoor or outdoor range. Now there are some differences that are going to occur when you are outside vs. when you are inside with regard to light and reflectivity. Things that can vastly affect your ability to shoot as you normally would. So wouldn't it be nice if there was a set of glasses that could adapt with you no matter what sort of light source you are going to be shooting in?
Episode 96: Interview With Ratigan From MantisX
Oftentimes mixing digital technology with firearms is a mistake in our opinion, or at least it is executed poorly. Smart guns that require a special watch to be within inches in order to fire, biometric safes that fail to open when you need them to, or even the government trying to force you to use certain “safety” products…but how about one product that makes a lot of sense, is executed very well, and actually can make you a better shooter…a much, MUCH BETTER SHOOTER?! Check out this interview we do together with Ratigan from MantisX that is making a product that is revolutionizing the shooting world…it's like “having an instructor in your pocket!”
This EDC Trauma Device Will Save Lives
There most well known is a windless style of tourniquet that uses a handle to lever that when twisted causes the device to constrict around the limb. There are also ratcheting tourniquets that work just as you would expect, a ratcheting device allows the tourniquet to be tightened and stay secure around the limb.
Episode 92: Myth or Fact? CCWer Mistakes Another CCWer for Bad Guy
We've had a few podcast listeners request that we do an episode where we discuss the potential issues for friendly fire during deadly force encounters. While these sorts of situations are EXTREMELY rare (we, to date, have not been able to find one single instance where one concealed carrier shot another mistaking them as the bad guy while trying to stop a threat), this is still a relevant topic that Riley and Jacob provide some insight and suggestions on. Tune in!
Episode 88: SHOT Show 2017 First Impressions
The boys are attending SHOT Show 2017 this week in Las Vegas doing their best to bring to you up-to-date news and info on the industry's latest and greatest products and innovations. Riley and Jacob share the pistols, rifles, holsters, training products and other accessories that have surprised and impressed them over the first couple of days of the show. Check it out and listen now!!
Episode 87: Interview With Top Shot Gary Quesenberry
On this episode Riley and Jacob interview Homeland Security Agent and 2-time Top Shot competitor Gary Quesenberry. Trust me, you don't wanna miss this one!!!
Episode 86: Busted at the Border – Interstate Travel
Riley just returned from an epic 3000+ mile road trip to Alabama and back, Jacob was on the road traveling as well, so our thoughts were recently on interstate travel and considerations that cannot be overlooked when packing heat and crossing state lines. Today the guys break a lot of it down plus recent lessons learned from their experiences. Check it out….
Episode 84: 17 Shooting Skills to Master in 2017
It's a new year, and if you're setting New Year's resolutions, don't forget to set some goals to become a better shooter and CCW'er! Today Jacob and Riley talk about 17 skills to master in 2017 that are absolutely essential!! Check it out….
Episode 83: 2016 Best of the Concealed Carry Podcast
We hope you have had a fantastic holiday season and wish you and yours a Happy New Year! Tune in to today's episode for a “Best Of” the Concealed Carry Podcast from the past year. Thank you so much for all of your support of what we do here. It would not be possible without you!!
Episode 81: Uber Driver Stops Robbery
Florida is working towards passing open carry and allowing for on-campus carry in public schools; a prominent Atlanta attorney is in hot water after accidentally shooting his wife while riding in the car; a man accidentally discharges his weapon while trying to take a selfie in a strip club; the new CZ-USA P-10C striker-fired pistol; plus the story behind how one Uber driver lost his job because he defended himself from an armed robbery; plus more! Riley and Jacob do their best to keep it together after a little “holiday hangover” on today's episode. Tune in now….
Episode 79: Man Accidentally Shoots His ‘Intruding' Wife in the Ear!
We cover states passing pro-gun bills, more school districts allowing teachers to carry concealed on campuses to protect their students, how UPS managed to deliver a .50BMG rifle to the wrong address in New York State of all places, the ridiculous statement that Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett made about her grandfather. And don't miss the story where one husband is surely in the dog house after mistaking his own wife as an intruder and somehow managed to shoot her in the ear!! Tune in now….
Episode 78: Santa Behind Bars? Giving Guns as Gifts
Guns are as popular as ever choices for giving to loved ones as gifts. What do you need to know to avoid legal trouble and drama? Don't let the laws and ATF ruin your holidays by listening in to today's episode!
UPDATED: Buying Guns as Gifts – Law and Best Practices
In an effort to provide better information for our students and readers we've updated an older article on our website about the laws and best practices in buying guns as gifts.
Episode 76: What About Appendix Carry?
Just like there are many ways to “skin a cat,” there are many, MANY ways to carry a gun. Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) is just one of those, and it happens to get a lot of emotions stirred up either for or against it. It's uncomfortable, the gun is pointing towards an “uncomfortable place,” I could shoot myself in the femoral artery, etc., are some of the reasons people will argue against it. But what are some of the pros of appendix carry, and do they outweigh the cons? Listen in on Riley and Matthew's discussion to see what they think about it!
Episode 74: What Now? Dealing With the Gun AFTER It's Been Used
Having to respond to a deadly threat will likely mean you are drawing your gun out of it's holster. Whether or not shots are actually fired, there is sometimes quite a bit of debate on when and how it is appropriate reholster the weapon. Today Matthew Maruster joins Riley to discuss this as well as things surrounding the recent attack on Ohio State University's campus. Matthew lives just a few minutes from the scene and has some thoughts on the matter. Listen in on Riley and Matthew's discussion to found out these critical answers!
Irresponsibility: 4 Year Old Gains Easy Access To Gun, Shoots Self and Mother
In Indianapolis, a tragic and easily avoidable accident occurred as a 4-year-old girl shot herself and her mother in the head Sunday morning on the city's north side after the young girl got a hold of a gun from a nightstand.
What to do if Your Gun is Taken From You in a Fight
As with holster retention, having to fight for your firearm while it is in your hand can be avoided by maintaining impeccable awareness. A situation of actual hand to hand combat can be avoided altogether if you are covering someone with a firearm and not get too close or never allow the target to approach close enough to…
Episode 67: Concerned Citizen Stops Criminal Pursuit
Today we talk about CRAZY cities doing CRAZY things against the 2nd Amendment and we talk about CRAZY people doing CRAZY things in the CRAZY cities! Also a couple of great JUSTIFIED stories to hopefully brighten your day! Listen in now…
Will Textbooks in a Backpack Stop Bullets?
In a recent day to the range, USA Firearm Training decided to answer a question that when revealed led to some shocking results that we did not expect.