firearms

367 Guns Stolen From UPS in TN Recovered in IL

By Joshua Gillem / October 2, 2018

According to sources, the BATFE has announced that they’re investigating the theft of 367 guns that were taken out of a UPS facility in Memphis, Tennessee. The agency is seeking…

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One Woman’s Concealed Carry Story, and what She Learned in Our Class

By Joshua Gillem / September 27, 2018

Women are carrying guns for self-protection more now than in any other point in history. While I’m far from able to figure out the exact numbers, one thing remains certain:…

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Why Practice One-Handed Shooting?

By Matthew Maruster / August 3, 2018

In my classes, I ask the shooters if they ever shoot their handgun using a one-handed grip. Across the board, around 35%-40% say they have done a little one-one handed shooting. When…

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Pepper Spray For EDC | Good or Bad Idea?

By Matthew Maruster / April 23, 2018

Pepper spray or OC spray can be a good defensive tool in situations where carrying a firearm is prohibited or unpractical. But understand, OC spray is not a magic wand that stops attackers in their tracks and send then running for the hills. Attackers can…

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Why College Aged Brooke Carries A Gun, And What She Overcame To Do So

By Joshua Gillem / February 26, 2018

By Brooke Villella *Editor’s Note: I urge you to read her whole story, because she had some things to overcome.* So the question was posed to me, “Why do you…

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Did You Miss The GN LIVE Broadcast With Jeff Gonzales? Here’s How To Watch It

By Joshua Gillem / February 22, 2018

Our latest Guardian Nation Live Broadcast, where you can sit in on industry expert conversations, was just two nights ago and man was it a doozy. We had the chance…

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Guide To A Successful Day At The Range

By Joshua Gillem / February 12, 2018

Nothing boggles my mind quite like some of the stuff I see at the range. Take heed to some of my tips to have a successful day at the range,…

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Why Do We Use Deadly Force?

By Matthew Maruster / January 10, 2018

When we use deadly force, we are constantly reassessing the situation and determining if the threat still presents a risk of death or serious bodily harm. The point is to stop the threat. Once the threat is stopped we should cease using deadly force

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What Exactly Is ‘Gun Violence’ According to the Gun Grabbers?

By Joshua Gillem / January 10, 2018

There are a few terms used by the gun-grabbing citizens of this country that I truly despise. Such terms, like “gun violence” are cringe worthy and are about as accurate…

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Open Carry Gun Stolen Off Carrier’s Hip, And Prevention Tips

By Joshua Gillem / December 26, 2017

On December 22, just days before Christmas, a thief snatched an open carried gun right off a person’s hip in a North Carolina Walmart. Clearly while our name is concealedcarry.com,…

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Caution: Honor Guard Fires Upon Impact, Discontinue Use

By Joshua Gillem / December 20, 2017

UPDATE: Below is an article we published after initial reports were published that confirmed that the Honor Guard could fire when dropped or tapped from the rear. Shortly after this,…

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Springfield Armory Releases New TRP Operator 1911 in 10mm

By Joshua Gillem / December 15, 2017

Springfield Armory has been releasing product after product, trying to create as many sales as possible, by reaching out to as many people as possible. This time around, Springfield seems…

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521 Guns Stolen This Year, In One City

By Joshua Gillem / December 13, 2017

One of our goals as gun owners has to be safety. Pushing the envelope further than that, we need to make sure that any firearms we have are in our…

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An American Must Have: The AR-15

By Joshua Gillem / November 21, 2017

Americans love their symbols. The American Flag, The Bald Eagle, The Rattlesnake, and of course, America’s rifle, the AR-15. And, even though the AR is currently the most popular rifle…

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Go Out And Buy A Gun, While You Still Can

By Joshua Gillem / November 15, 2017

Okay, I apologize for the click-bait headline, there. There is some truth to it, though. Right? While Barrack Obama is president no more, there are still plenty of folks who…

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