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Grip Keeper Review: Is This 3D-Printed Training Pistol Worth It?

By Jacob Paulsen / February 6, 2026

Hands-on Grip Keeper review covering build quality, laser performance, pricing, and who this 3D-printed training pistol actually makes sense for.

Smith & Wesson Releases New M&P Shield X: A Modern Evolution in Concealed Carry

By Jacob Paulsen / August 6, 2025

Smith & Wesson has unveiled the new M&P Shield X, a feature-rich micro-compact with optics-ready slide, 15+1 capacity, and integrated rail. See what’s new and what to know before buying.

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.

Which to Buy: Streamlight Wedge Slim VS XT Models

By Jacob Paulsen / April 4, 2025

Streamlight’s Wedge XT and Slim offer distinct EDC options—XT is compact with dual brightness and a tail switch, while Slim is brighter, larger, and uses a side dial control.

How Dangerous Is Your Holster? [VIDEO]

By Matthew Maruster / January 14, 2025

I want to make sure whenever we make decisions on anything in life, that we make them with as much factual information as possible. In this video, I discuss two incidents in which a firearm owner had a negligent discharge due at least in some part to the holster they were using. Don’t worry, in both incidents, the subject survived and did not sustain any serious injury.

The Benchmade Mini Adamas: A Heavy Duty Pocket Knife

By J. Gibson / October 13, 2023

The Benchmade Mini Adamas: A Heavy-Duty Tactical Pocket Knife Last month, I received two knives from Benchmade. This review will focus on the Mini Adamas, with the Mini Barrage review…

Elite Survival Systems Summit Discreet Rifle Backpack Review

By J. Gibson / September 20, 2023

Recently, I tried out the Summit Discreet Rifle Backpack from Elite Survival Systems. I have owned their cobra buckle belt for about ten years and had zero issues with comfort…

Tyrant CNC Glock Compatible Night Sights Review

By Matthew Maruster / August 4, 2023

Tyrant CNC is a company out of Chicago that fabricates aftermarket accessories for your AR-15 rifles and common everyday carry EDC handguns. Over the years, I’ve reviewed many products from…

SoftSeal: Amazing Ear Pro Upgrade | REVIEW, 1 Year Update

By Matthew Maruster / September 28, 2022

Electronic ear pro for shooting is my favorite choice. However, wearing a muff-style ear pro for several hours can become uncomfortable because the ear pads are not exceptionally soft. These…

CrossBreed Holsters ‘Rogue System’ Holster Review

By Matthew Maruster / August 29, 2022

The Rogue System Holster from CrossBreed is a versatile inside the waistband holster. I’ve been using this holster system with my Sig Sauer P365, and in this review, I’ll explain…

[Review] CCW Safe Self Defense Insurance, Read Before Joining

By Jacob Paulsen / August 17, 2022

CCW Safe Membership Review: A detailed look at coverage, legal benefits, costs, and real-world response to help concealed carriers decide if CCW Safe is worth it.

VIDEO—Is The Flashbang Bra Holster Good? This Review Answers Your Questions

By Matthew Maruster / May 3, 2022

Annette Evans, a well-respected firearm and self-defense trainer, gives her opinion on the Flashbang Holster. She has a knack for analyzing topics that are unique to women who carry guns.…

S2E18: Season 2 Recap and Wrap-up

By Riley Bowman / July 8, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster are excited to bring to you our first season recap and wrap-up episode. We will review top moments and topics from Season 2 and share our biggest takeaways. We look forward to Season 3 kicking off next week!

Glock 42, Still The Best .380 Self Defense Pistol?

By Eve Flanigan / May 11, 2021

Glock 42 Review Is this the ultimate .380 concealed carry gun? A few years back, before the advent of the Glock 43 and later the Sig Sauer P365 that would…

Diamondback DBX First Impressions

By Joshua Gillem / January 20, 2021

More guns than ever are being released in the 5.7 cartridge. Just to name a few, the Diamondback DBX (the topic of this review), the Ruger-57, and the latest offering…