concealed carry
I Never Took Defensive Flashlights Seriously. Until One Was Used Against Me.
I’ll admit something that probably isn’t great coming from a guy who works for a concealed carry company: for a long time, I didn’t take flashlights very seriously as defensive…
Off Body Carry: What Do You Have to Overcome
Off body carry is gaining popularity, but it comes with real trade-offs. Here’s why we treat it as a last resort and what to weigh before you rely on it.
History of the Second Amendment: Complete Timeline From 1328 to Today
I went looking for one article that covered the complete history of the Second Amendment—from English common law to Bruen—and couldn’t find one. So I built it. Every major case, law, and turning point, in one place.
New and Easy Resources For Concealed Carriers
In the last several months we’ve been methodically working on some significant redesign and user interface changes to ConcealedCarry.com. We’ve crossed the threshold of basically done with the project and…
S13E13: Where’s Your Gun Right Now?…Concealed Carry Positions
We evaluate various positions including waistband options and less common positions like cross-draw, pocket carry, and ankle carry, weighing their pros and cons to guide listeners in finding what suits their needs.
S13E10: All About Belts for Concealed Carry
We cover key features of a good concealed carry belt, including load distribution, reinforcement methods, and the balance between stiffness and comfort. Additionally, we highlight the significance of low-profile buckles to avoid printing.
Introduction to Concealed Carry Belts: The Foundation of Your EDC Setup
Learn what makes a quality concealed carry belt. Discover the 5 critical features for comfort and concealment, plus common mistakes that ruin your EDC setup.
You Don’t Get to Fight Anymore: Lessons for Armed Citizens from the Alex Pretti Incident in Minnesota
I wrote You Don’t Get to Fight Anymore last summer as a reminder to armed citizens that carrying a firearm changes the rules. Not legally. Morally. Practically. Permanently. Today, that…
Best Places To Buy Ammunition Online, And A Resource Too
Find top online ammo retailers and tools to save on prices. This guide covers trusted sites to buy ammunition online, plus a resource to help you compare deals and stock before you shop.
How to Travel Safely and Legally With a Firearm Using the Concealed Carry App
Travel safely and legally with a firearm using the Concealed Carry App. Check permit reciprocity, state gun laws, and gun-free zones before you cross state lines.
Lesson From a Road Rage Shooting: Pride Is Not a Self-Defense Strategy
Yesterday morning, I woke up to my partner telling me she had just been sideswiped while driving the kids to school. No injuries. The car is damaged, but drivable. Everyone…
3 MORE Lessons From Concealed Carry Renewal Classes
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.
There Are Monsters Among Us, and That’s Why I Carry
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,…
Prepared Isn’t Paranoid. It’s Love With a Plan
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…
Be “Dangerous But Good” Because The World Is Still a Good Place
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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