concealed carry

3 MORE Lessons From Concealed Carry Renewal Classes

By Jacob Paulsen / December 22, 2025

Three more lessons from concealed carry renewal classes: outdated or ultra-small guns, overconfidence without skill awareness, and why most carriers are curious about pistol optics but haven’t made the switch.

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Concealed carry students aiming pistols during firearms training class with the words 'Dangerous But Good' overlayed across the image.

Be “Dangerous But Good” Because The World Is Still a Good Place

By Mitch Goerdt / December 9, 2025

Every time I say the world is a good place filled with mostly good people, someone fires back with negativity. But this is exactly why a dangerous but good mindset…

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Screenshot of video news report on the Tiffin Ohio Murder Suicide from 13abc.com

There Are Monsters Among Us, and That’s Why I Carry

By Mitch Goerdt / November 21, 2025

There are stories you read once and stick with you forever. Stories that knock the wind out of you and leave you staring at the wall, hands shaking a little,…

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Prepared Isn’t Paranoid header image showing the #BoulderStrong memorial outside King Soopers in Boulder, Colorado, with a Road Closed sign, flowers, crosses, and a passerby.

Prepared Isn’t Paranoid. It’s Love With a Plan

By Mitch Goerdt / September 30, 2025

Aisle seven, ordinary Tuesday. Fluorescent hum overhead. The checkout dings. Laura Ashley’s list is dialed for what the kids will actually eat. I push the cart. Izzy rides the front…

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What State Permits Does Texas Honor? All of Them

By Jacob Paulsen / September 1, 2025

Texas SB 706 takes effect today, and Texas now honors all valid concealed carry permits from every U.S. state—simplifying reciprocity and opening the door to permit holders from DC, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, and Oregon.

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3 Lessons From Concealed Carry Renewal Classes

By Jacob Paulsen / August 26, 2025

Concealed carry renewal classes reveal surprising gaps in training. Here are 3 lessons every gun owner should learn—and why ongoing education matters.

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New York Gets Schooled: Federal Judge Says Non-Residents Can Apply for Carry Permits

By Jacob Paulsen / August 25, 2025

“Breaking: NY court strikes down non-resident concealed carry restrictions. Law-abiding gun owners from other states can now apply for NY permits.

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Wyoming Expands Gun Rights: Concealed Carry Now Allowed in Schools, Government Meetings, and More

By Jacob Paulsen / June 30, 2025

Wyoming just removed major gun-free zones! As of July 1, 2025, permit holders can carry in schools, and concealed carry is now allowed in public meetings, airports, and more. Learn what changed and how to stay legal.

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First Look at the Rost Martin RM1C & RM1S – American-Made Value Pistols Worth a Serious Look

By Jacob Paulsen / June 21, 2025

Get a first look at the American-made Rost Martin RM1C and RM1S pistols—feature-packed handguns with red dot readiness, ambi controls, and sub-$500 pricing. Now compatible with the KSG Lexington holster.

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Illustration of a man contemplating carrying a firearm, surrounded by scenes of danger including a gas station robbery, a runner, a playground, and a store robbery—asking the question “Should I carry?”

Should I Carry? The Best Answer About 24/7 Firearm Carry

By Mitch Goerdt / June 18, 2025

That’s a comment I saw recently. It sounds reasonable on the surface. Rational. Measured. But it reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of violence and what it means to be prepared. The…

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HK VP9 pistol in a red KSG Armory Lexington Kydex holster laying on rocks, illustrating safe concealed carry holster setup for the Holster Safety Checklist

Holster Safety Checklist: 4 Must-Have Holster Features (And Why Most Fail the Test)

By Matthew Maruster / June 12, 2025

There are so many holster review articles on the internet it’s impossible to count. Most manufacturers will claim their holster is the best, and enthusiasts have their favorite brands they…

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70+ Concealed Carry Mistakes and How to Avoid Them [Update]

By Jacob Paulsen / June 11, 2025

This list of concealed carry mistakes was compiled to help firearm owners and concealed carry permit holders grow their skills and identify unsafe behavior while carry the concealed weapon and on your journey to being a prepared and willing American Gun Responder.

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Best Concealed Carry Holster for Taurus GX4: Why the Lexington Stands Above the Rest

By Jacob Paulsen / June 3, 2025

Looking for the best concealed carry holster for the Taurus GX4? Discover why the Lexington by KSG Armory offers unmatched comfort, concealment, and reliability.

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24 State Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass National Concealed Carry Reciprocity

By Jacob Paulsen / June 2, 2025

A coalition of 24 state attorneys general has urged Congress to pass H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, arguing it protects lawful gun owners while respecting states’ rights and public safety.

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Gear Review: Wilderness Tactical Swift Belt

By Jacob Paulsen / May 27, 2025

Wilderness Tactical’s Swift Belt combines silent operation, premium durability, and ideal stiffness for concealed carry. A smart EDC belt built for real-world use.

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