Why Worry about Situational Awareness?

October 14, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

What is Situational Awareness?  Situational awareness is the act of being perceptive of the environment around you. This includes people, things, buildings, and actions. Time and space come into consideration. What actions and events mean are also part of the whole picture.  Some jobs depend on the skills of its workers in situation awareness. Examples include […]

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Why Lawmakers Want Concealed Carry Weapons on the Hill

October 10, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

Republican congressman Ted Yoho argued that carrying a concealed gun everywhere is just like carrying your cell phone. You’d feel unprepared for work without either of them. He contends that lawmakers—and everyone else—should be carrying a weapon to work.   Presently his opinion is moot. Congressional lawmakers have to apply for a D.C.-specific concealed carry permit […]

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Which Retention Holster is Best for You?

October 7, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

There are all sorts of choices of holsters for your concealed carry pistol. Knowing which is best is often confusing. It is vital to have a holster that offers the best amount of retention of  your pistol. You need it to be snugly enveloped and also you must be able to draw quickly. There are […]

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Frequently Asked Questions about the National Handgun Safety Course

October 4, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

What is the National Handgun Safety Course?   The Basic Handgun Safety Course gives entrants of all experience levels a comprehensive handgun safety education. Through engaging instructional content, illustrations, animations, and videos, this course teaches how to use handguns safely and legally. You will also discover key information on maintaining handguns, developing good marksmanship, and […]

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10 Things Concealed Carriers Take For Granted

September 30, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

There are a lot of things for a concealed carrier to remember, many of which we do most of the time. Some however, can get neglected if not reviewed from time to time. Do you carry regularly? How often do you practice? When was the last time you updated your skills? As a concealed carrier, […]

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Pistols with a Compromised Grasp

September 26, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

Those with a concealed carry firearm figure out what handgun features work best for them. Some never find a perfect weapon. Often it comes down to a compromise. You want a reliable concealed carry weapon but one that is not so bulky it screams, “I’m carrying!” Every body type is different so the problem becomes […]

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10 ESSENTIAL CONCEALED CARRY SKILLS

September 23, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA

Whether it is defense of yourself or your loved ones, learning the proper concealed carry skills are critical. After you complete your concealed carry training class, learn the basics of handguns and safety, and receive your CCW license or permit, it’s time to start mastering the skills of CCW. Anyone who relies on a handgun […]

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