Is Pepper Spray a Good Self-Defense Option?
Self-defense weapons come in many shapes, sizes, and varieties. Pepper spray is often overlooked as a means of self-defense. What is Pepper Spray? As a weapon, pepper spray provides protection and self-defense. It offers the victim time to escape from a threatening situation. The main ingredient of pepper is oleoresin capsicum. This oil is present […]
SEVERAL RETAILERS PULLING FIREARMS & RELATED MERCHANDISE FROM STORES IN RESPONSE TO FLORIDA SCHOOL SHOOTING
In the wake of the February 14, 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School I Parkland Florida where a former student killed 17 students with an AR-15 rifle, politicians are being pressured to act on gun control measures and corporations are cutting ties with the NRA and trying to distance themselves from firearms. […]
ANOTHER VICTORY FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY
Last week a New Hampshire “Constitutional Carry” bill passed its final step in the state House, passing by a vote of 200-97. It previously passed the Senate and will now move to Gov. Chris Sununu’s desk, who has been backing the bill. A coalition of 19 sponsors introduced Senate Bill 12 (SB12) on Jan. […]
DOES YOUR SHOOTING STANCE MATTER?
Sure it does. There is no end to the number of techniques out there to help you improve your marksmanship. Building the proper shooting stance whether you are shooting a rifle or a pistol is a key component in being able to shoot accurately and with confidence. What is the proper shooting stance? The […]
KEEPING FIREARMS WITH CHILDREN IN THE HOUSE
The choice to keep a gun in the house is a serious decision. Gun owners should have a clear understanding of the responsibilities to receive proper training, handle firearms safely, and store guns away from children or unauthorized users. Most gun owners choose to keep a gun in the house to defend themselves, […]
How Can We Curb Gun Violence?
Pro-gun groups like The National Rifle Association are often seen as proponents of arming every citizen and allowing those with concealed carry permits to be armed everywhere they go. They are also linked, unfairly, to escalation in gun violence. However, what most of the general public does not know is that most pro-gun activists are […]
How to Choose the Best Holster for Your Concealed Carry Pistol
Why Do I Need a Holster? That should be your first question. Do you really need a holster or is it just for show? In fact, doesn’t a holster make it more difficult to get at your concealed carry weapon? Like your pistol, a holster is not just for show. And it doesn’t just hold […]
Liberalization of Concealed Carry Laws
Anti-gun activists have criticized that there is a growing acceptance of guns in America. They have accused federal and state governments of watering down regulations for concealed carry permits to the point where literally anyone can legally have a concealed weapon. Is this charge justified? In 2011, the federal government ratified the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity […]
MINNESOTA CCW SELF DEFENSE SHOOTING RULED JUSTIFIED
Most states recognize that deadly force is necessary when someone is committing a felony. As a general rule, robbery, burglary, and any other felony that would be punishable with the death sentence is justified reason to use deadly force against another human being. Many states, such as Minnesota, allow you to use deadly force […]
PRACTICE THE RIGHT GUN SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS
In order to become an excellent shot, you need to first master the fundamentals of shooting a gun. Here are the eight fundamentals you should master. Position or Stance A good shooting stance provides a strong, stable foundation that feels natural, which is critical for accuracy and ease of movement. The most commonly […]