Top 5 Most-Read ConcealedCarry.com Articles of 2025
Every year, a handful of articles rise above the rest—not because they were pushed the hardest, but because for whatever reason people shared them or they resonated with our audience. In 2025, ConcealedCarry.com readers gravitated toward content that blended real-world gear analysis, practical training, and straight-talk safety.
Based purely on readership numbers, here are the five most-read articles of 2025, along with a quick look at why I feel each one resonated.
#1: Introducing the VP9 A1 Pistols From HK: VP9F & VP9K
HK’s release of the VP9 A1 lineup back in January instantly caught the attention of concealed carriers and duty shooters alike. This piece breaks down the differences between the VP9F and VP9K, highlights meaningful updates like optics-ready capability and improved ergonomics, and explains where these pistols fit in today’s carry landscape. If you’ve been watching the VP9 platform evolve, this one lays out what HK got right and what matters most for a defensive handgun.
#2: Glock’s New V-Series: What’s Changing, Why People Are Mad
Few things stir emotion in the gun world like Glock making changes apparently. This article digs into the new V-Series, outlines what’s different, and explains why some longtime Glock fans aren’t thrilled. It is less about the changes to the gun and more about the questionable timing. Not long after this announcement, Glock announced the new Gen 6 pistols which were clearly the end game all along.
#3: The Hex Drill: A Guardian Pistol Curriculum Favorite
Training content consistently performs well, and the Hex Drill proved why. This is a compact but demanding drill that stresses movement, target transitions, cadence control, and mental discipline. We developed this drill many years ago but decided it was time to put it out in the public's awareness. It’s simple to set up, scalable for different skill levels, and the kind of drill you can run regularly to track progress.
#4: HK CC9 Weapon Light Guide
As the HK CC9 gained popularity, readers wanted clarity on weapon-mounted light compatibility. This guide delivers exactly that—what lights fit, what to avoid, and what matters when you’re setting up a CC9 for low-light defensive use. It’s practical and specific, with the underlying reminder we repeat often: any light choice is only “good” if you can actually find a quality holster that supports it.
#5: The 3 Most Common Safety Violations at the Gun Range
Demonstrated something UNSAFE but doing the demo safely with a BarrelBlok.
Safety articles never go out of style, especially when they’re direct and honest. This one highlights the most common range safety violations shooters still make, regardless of experience level. I wrote this right after the 2025 Guardian Conference based where years long observations developed into a clear list of 3 things. It’s a useful refresher for new gun owners and a solid gut-check for the experienced crowd, because complacency is how small mistakes become big problems.
What This Says About 2025
Taken together, these five articles reflect what ConcealedCarry.com readers value most: reliable information on new firearms, clear guidance on gear choices, training that translates to real-world skill, and a continued emphasis on responsible gun ownership. If you missed any of these the first time around, they’re worth a second look—and they’re worth sharing with the friend who’s still trying to figure out what matters most.
