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Crossbreed Crossover Leather Gun Belt Review

By Brian McLaughlin / December 5, 2019

Anyone who’s done a few weeks of hard labor knows a belt isn’t just a fashionable accessory. Belts are a tool which not only hold up your pants, but keep…

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Are Online Concealed Carry Permits a Scam?

By Jacob Paulsen / October 11, 2019

More than half of US states will accept a permit that is obtained by taking an online only concealed carry class. This article explores how that works and how your state laws may or may not apply.

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SIG P365 XL VS SIG P365

By Joshua Gillem / September 19, 2019

The SIG Sauer P365 has been an absolute game-changer in the world of concealed carry. Never before has a gun hit the market running as hard as this one has,…

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Woman Fights Off Returning Robber

By Brian McLaughlin / September 11, 2019

Warren, Ohio – A mother returning to her home on Willard Ave. needed her concealed carry gun to protect herself from a robber on Monday morning. The 40-year-old woman told…

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How To Make A Full Time Living As A Firearm Instructor

By Jacob Paulsen / September 3, 2019

Recently a member of a private Facebook group of which I’m a member posted this question: For all the full-time firearm instructors where your only “day job” centers around firearms…

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Trigger Terminology

By Brian McLaughlin / August 7, 2019

Trigger control is an essential part of accurate and fast shooting. How well a person can manipulate the trigger is a benchmark of an experienced and skilled shooter. Most basic…

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The Next Best Thing to Combat

By Brian McLaughlin / August 5, 2019

  Experience is king in combat. The one who’s been in the most fights generally has a considerable edge. But experience is a hard thing to get. Not only is…

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Wisconsin Changes CCW Reciprocity for 6 States

By Brian McLaughlin / July 24, 2019

According to the State of Wisconsin, concealed carry permits from Delaware, DC and Rhode Island are now honored and residents of those states may carry legally within the boundaries of…

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4 Reasons to Buy a Quality Holster: Featuring L.A.G. Tactical

By Brian McLaughlin / June 20, 2019

There are thousands of holster companies producing a steady stream of Kydex holsters with varying degrees of success. Companies ranging from small garage operations to large corporations flood the market…

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Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Review

By Brian McLaughlin / June 14, 2019

Something about the feel of an M&P is like saying hello to an old friend whenever I pick it up. Being a fan of their pistols, I got the Shield…

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Carry More Comfortably

By Brian McLaughlin / April 15, 2019

One of the first warnings I give to new concealed carriers is that they should be prepared to be less comfortable than when unarmed. It quickly becomes apparent that carrying…

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How to Lose Your Concealed Carry Permit – CCW Revoked!

By Jacob Paulsen / April 4, 2019

Wondering how easy it would be to lose your permit? I’ve spent the last several hours reviewing state statutes for about 35 of the 50 states and basically they are…

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CCW Reciprocity Change in New Mexico and Louisiana

By Brian McLaughlin / March 25, 2019

Until recently, New Mexico and Louisiana had honored each other’s concealed carry permits. That has now changed. Now residents of New Mexico will no longer be allowed to carry concealed…

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Carrying Concealed While Working Out

By Brian McLaughlin / March 20, 2019

The more efficiently you can move your body, the more effective you will be in a fight. Staying, or getting, physically fit is important on many different levels for the…

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Dry Fire And Exercise, Why It’s Important

By Matthew Maruster / March 11, 2019

Is Physical Fitness Important for Concealed Carriers? You carry a handgun to protect yourself and others from death or serious bodily injury. But you may not be saving yourself from…

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