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 […]
Do Ballistics Matter?
Photo courtesy of pixabay.com In crime shows, much is made of calibers and ballistics. One could argue the relative merits one gun over another and one type of ammunition compared to another. But really ballistics is of little concern when it comes to conceal carry weapons. What really matters is where the shot ends up […]
Choosing the Right Holster for Concealed Carry
When you are selecting a holster, just like with your weapon choice, it becomes a balance between what you’d like and what will best conceal your weapon. The holster needs to encase your weapon so it won’t slide out or drop out. It also has to ensure that you have easy and quick access […]
COULD STAND YOUR GROUND LAW BE IN JEOPARDY?
Recently, Miami –Dade Circuit Judge Milton Hirsch ruled that lawmakers overstepped their authority in creating an updated “Stand Your Ground” self-defense law this year because it forces prosecutors to disprove a defendant’s self-defense claim at a pre-trial hearing. Apparently, under Florida’s constitution, the Florida Supreme Court, not the legislature, should have created the update. The […]
ANOTHER VICTORY FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY
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. 5. The legislation would […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Revolvers
For the average concealed carrier, a revolver is a great choice. They are reliable, easy to understand, easy to operate and they require less maintenance than an automatic or semi-automatic pistol. While they do hold fewer cartridges and take a little longer to reload than an automatic pistol, the double-action on a good revolver is […]
15 New Gun Laws that May Surprise You
Since the Newtown shootings, there have been about 1,500 state gun bills introduced and 100+ of these have now become laws. 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 […]
NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS FOR CONCEALED CARRIERS
Ah the beginning of January! That time when we reflect on the events of the past year, do an in-depth study of ourselves and resolve to get rid of bad habits and develop better ones. The same is true for Concealed weapons carriers. This is a good time to evaluate what bad gun habits you […]
10 THINGS EVERY CONCEALED CARRIER SHOULD AVOID DOING
There are so many things that a concealed carrier must not do when carrying his or her own firearm. But in this article, we have listed 10 important ones that must be remembered. Discharging Warning Shots Never fire warning shots. Firing your gun just because someone does not believe that you are carrying a […]
10 BEST APPS FOR CONCEALED CARRY
Who would have expected that your smartphone or tablet could be one of the best devices to keep you advised of Concealed Carry issues? Reciprocity for concealed carry varies from state to state. Laws vary by state or county. Well, there’s an app to help with that—several actually that will update you with the latest […]