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When Murphy Strikes on The Range

By Matthew Maruster / April 3, 2017

Try and plan for Murphy, so you can avoid most of his shenanigans, but understand he will get all of us at one time or another. This is just one example of the countless number of potentially dangerous, and unlikely things that can happen.

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29 Concealed Carry Holsters Reviewed

By Jacob Paulsen / March 20, 2017

Reviews and images for the most popular and awesome concealed carry holsters available. Figure out what works best for you, your lifestyle, and for your gun by checking this list.

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Episode 86: Busted at the Border – Interstate Travel

By Riley Bowman / January 11, 2017

Riley just returned from an epic 3000+ mile road trip to Alabama and back, Jacob was on the road traveling as well, so our thoughts were recently on interstate travel and considerations that cannot be overlooked when packing heat and crossing state lines. Today the guys break a lot of it down plus recent lessons learned from their experiences. Check it out….

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Episode 84: 17 Shooting Skills to Master in 2017

By Riley Bowman / January 4, 2017

It’s a new year, and if you’re setting New Year’s resolutions, don’t forget to set some goals to become a better shooter and CCW’er! Today Jacob and Riley talk about 17 skills to master in 2017 that are absolutely essential!! Check it out….

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Episode 82: Cold Weather Carry

By Riley Bowman / December 28, 2016

Shooting, training with and carrying a gun in cold weather presents a myriad of challenges. Today Riley and Matthew break down what some of these challenges are and how to compensate for them. Check it out….

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Episode 80: “I seen the look on her face, and he said, ‘I have a gun, and I will kill you.'”

By Riley Bowman / December 21, 2016

Today’s episode is an interview with the hero of a deadly force encounter in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Charles Russell just recently received the final word from the District Attorney’s Office that he will not be facing any charges for his actions in stopping a robbery turned deadly situation at a gas station. Charles has a lot of great things to say for everyday folks like you that will help you if you ever find yourself in a similar situation. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!! Listen in….

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Episode 78: Santa Behind Bars? Giving Guns as Gifts

By Riley Bowman / December 14, 2016

Guns are as popular as ever choices for giving to loved ones as gifts. What do you need to know to avoid legal trouble and drama? Don’t let the laws and ATF ruin your holidays by listening in to today’s episode!

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Episode 77: INTERVIEW with Kyle Lamb

By Riley Bowman / December 12, 2016

Today we have former 1st SFOD-Delta SGM Kyle Lamb (Ret.) on the podcast to discuss his thoughts and ideas on training and preparation and having the proper mindset to respond effectively to threats. Plus Riley asks him the question about what is the biggest mistake gun owners make everyday…listen in to hear his answer!

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Episode 76: What About Appendix Carry?

By Riley Bowman / December 7, 2016

Just like there are many ways to “skin a cat,” there are many, MANY ways to carry a gun. Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) is just one of those, and it happens to get a lot of emotions stirred up either for or against it. It’s uncomfortable, the gun is pointing towards an “uncomfortable place,” I could shoot myself in the femoral artery, etc., are some of the reasons people will argue against it. But what are some of the pros of appendix carry, and do they outweigh the cons? Listen in on Riley and Matthew’s discussion to see what they think about it!

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Episode 44: Concealed Carry On Campus

By Riley Bowman / August 17, 2016

A conversation discussing the politics, laws, and best practices of concealed firearms on college campuses. Students, professors, and deans and protesting and and quitting at Texas Universities. The drama isn’t warranted and this is what you need to know.

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The Top Eight Reasons You Don’t Carry Concealed Every Day

By Jacob Paulsen / June 30, 2015

We gathered some input from our past students and our online followers and came up with eight core and common reasons people cite for not carrying a firearm. Most of us can relate to one or more of these. While they could be considered excuses they are real for the people who feel this way.

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Fear of Taking Action in The Moment of Truth

By Jacob Paulsen / May 29, 2015

Did you stop carrying concealed because you were concerned with your mental and emotional ability to take action when the situation calls for it? If so, you are far more normal than you may think.

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Physical Discomfort When Carrying Concealed Firearms

By Jacob Paulsen / May 27, 2015

Guns are heavy, bulky, and oddly shaped. It just takes TIME for your body to adjust to the feeling of that firearm. Despite your best efforts there will be some discomfort for a time.

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I Call This the Concealed Carry Minimalist Solution

By Jacob Paulsen / January 15, 2015

The Technaclip is a super simple solution to concealed carry that removes having any holster at all. Put simply, the technaclip is a metal clip that installs onto the weapon so as to add a simple “belt-like” clip to the gun itself. Here is a good picture that illustrates the product

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