Restrictions on Tennessee Carry Permits

February 28, 2020 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

The new legislation has provided Tennessee residents with a second option for carry permits. With the passage of the Senate bill, a new concealed carry handgun permit makes it faster, easier, and less expensive for those who wish to exercise their second amendment right to get a concealed carry permit. However, the new concealed carry […]

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Why Dry Fire?

February 24, 2020 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

What is Dry Firing? Dry firing is shooting a firearm without ammunition in the chamber. Here’s what happens. The shooter pulls the trigger. The hammer drops. No shot is fired because there are no bullets. Do I Need Special Equipment to Dry Fire? You can buy pistols made especially for dry firing. You might choose […]

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Are Online Concealed Carry Courses Missing Something?

February 14, 2020 // Blog, NCA, Our Blog

Taking a concealed carry class online is very convenient. Most often, these courses include a video and a test. Prices vary with the presenting instructor but most online courses run around $20. The test is often multiple choice. If you fail it—either in the classroom or online—you can retake the test. Many who took the […]

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15 NEW GUN LAWS THAT MAY SURPRISE YOU

April 15, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

Since the Newtown shootings, there have been about 1,500 state gun bills introduced and 100+ of these have now become law. Nearly every state has enacted at least one new gun law. Most people will assume that these new gun laws are imposing more restrictions on gun owners, however,  almost 2/3 of these new laws […]

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5 BENEFITS OF CONCEALED CARRY TRAINING

March 29, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

It always amazes me how many people do not take training seriously. Just about every profession or serious hobby requires some initial training and periodic refresher training to hone your skills.   Would you get in a car with a person behind the wheel that never took a driver’s training course? How about a person […]

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7 TIPS FOR TRAVELING ON SPRING BREAK WITH A GUN

March 22, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

We are nearing the end of March and in most states that means the beginning of spring and thoughts of family vacations for Spring break. For concealed carriers planning on vacationing out of state, you need to brush up on gun transport, state reciprocity and duty to inform laws.   Gun transport Every state has […]

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SEVERAL RETAILERS PULLING FIREARMS & RELATED MERCHANDISE FROM STORES IN RESPONSE TO FLORIDA SCHOOL SHOOTING

March 18, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

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.   […]

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KEEPING FIREARMS WITH CHILDREN IN THE HOUSE

March 1, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

  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, […]

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Can You Pass a Firearms Safety Test?

February 25, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

Owning a gun is both a right and a responsibility. Knowing how to properly operate, maintain and store your gun reduces the risk of unintentional firearm deaths. Many states require that a person pass a firearms safety test and obtain a Firearm Safety Certificate before issuing a concealed carry permit or license. Would you be […]

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How to Choose the Best Holster for Your Concealed Carry Pistol

January 18, 2019 // Blog, General, NCA, Our Blog

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 […]

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