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6 Principles For Talking to the Police After a Self-Defense Shooting

By Matthew Maruster / October 25, 2023

Personal safety is paramount, so understanding the intricacies of self-defense is crucial. It’s not just about stopping the attacker with well-aimed shots. I mean, of course, that comes first, but…

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BarrelBlok vs Dummy Ammo, Which Dry Fire Tool is Best For You?

By Matthew Maruster / October 23, 2023

Dry fire practice is an essential component of firearm training, honing crucial skills with no live ammunition. In this realm, many dry fire tools flood the market, each serving distinct…

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S9E12: Truck Gun…Best Practice or Bad Form?

By Riley Bowman / October 20, 2023

In light of recent Middle East events, today Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss the concept of packing around a “truck gun,” a topic we’ve seen discussed quite a bit recently. Is this something you need? Is it dumb? What are the safety considerations? Don’t miss it, and tune into today’s episode!

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 BENCHMADE MINI BARRAGE REVIEW

By J. Gibson / October 20, 2023

BENCHMADE MINI BARRAGE: A SHARP, COMPACT KNIFE FOR EVERYDAY USE If you read my review of the Benchmade Mini Adamas posted last week, you know Benchmade sent me two knives.…

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Understanding the Current Gaza Conflict and the Importance of Awareness

By Mitch Goerdt / October 18, 2023

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has once again brought the Middle East into the global spotlight. With the recent unprecedented assault by the Palestinian militant group Hamas on…

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S9E11: Mythbusting Shooting Fundamentals – GRIP

By Riley Bowman / October 16, 2023

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster bring to you our second in a series of “mythbuster” episodes, and today we will be talking about the classic shooting fundamental often referred to as “grip.” What is it? What is it not? How do we do it better? Where do people miss the mark as they work on or even teach the concept? Don’t miss it, and tune into today’s episode!

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The Benchmade Mini Adamas: A Heavy Duty Pocket Knife

By J. Gibson / October 13, 2023

The Benchmade Mini Adamas: A Heavy-Duty Tactical Pocket Knife Last month, I received two knives from Benchmade. This review will focus on the Mini Adamas, with the Mini Barrage review…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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S9E10: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Naked Dudes and Grizzly Bears

By Riley Bowman / October 4, 2023

Riley and Matthew share the latest JUSTIFIED SAVES. Today we break down carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. Three instances of people using firearms to defend themselves against grizzly bear attacks. But we also talk about the 13-year-old boy that grabbed his mother’s gun out of her hands to shooting an actively breaking-in intruder when his mother seemed unable or unwilling to do so herself!

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S9E9: Revolvers and Other Handgun Options

By Riley Bowman / October 2, 2023

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss the idea of carrying and practicing with revolvers. Are these timeless pieces no longer relevant in today’s world? Or do they still serve some purpose? This topic was recently featured as our monthly Shooter Ready Challenge where Riley highlighted doing some dry fire practice with a revolver. Check it out at https://www.shooterreadychallenge.com and tune into today’s episode!

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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…

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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…

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