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Self-Defense Behind the Wheel of Your Car

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Self-Defense Behind the Wheel of Your Car

Advanced handgun training addresses this critical self-defense question.

Why We Focus On The Front Sight

Why We Focus On The Front Sight

You've heard it and heard it...here's why you should believe it.

5 Movies That Got Gun Handling Right (For a Change)

5 Movies That Got Gun Handling Right (For a Change)

Occasionally silver screen blockbusters get a gold star for proper gun handling and authenticity.

Why (& How) Your EDC Should Include a First-Aid Kit

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Why (& How) Your EDC Should Include a First-Aid Kit

Don't rely on your car to store your everyday carry equipment.

Why You Should Take Low-Light Defensive Handgun Training

Why You Should Take Low-Light Defensive Handgun Training

Take the guesswork out of the proverbial "shot in the dark."

Cool Outdoor Jobs: State Wildlife Officer

Cool Outdoor Jobs: State Wildlife Officer

Is the life of a game warden for you?

5 Key Factors For Choosing Your Gun Instructor

5 Key Factors For Choosing Your Gun Instructor

Here's how to pick the firearms trainer who can teach you what you need to...

5 Ways COVID-19 Made Me a Better Gun Instructor

5 Ways COVID-19 Made Me a Better Gun Instructor

Whether you're a professional instructor or mentoring a friend, here are five new tips courtesy...

How to Safely Unload Your Semi-Automatic Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun

How to Safely Unload Your Semi-Automatic Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun

If the opening scene of Dirty Harry taught us anything, it’s that it is better...

Why Practicing Gun Handling is Critical

Why Practicing Gun Handling is Critical

Here's how Someone Who Isn't Me learned that the hard way.

Trigger Control: How to Make Every Shot Count

Trigger Control: How to Make Every Shot Count

From tactical to smallbore competition to big game, success depends on trigger control.

Beyond Basic CCW Training: Next Steps

Beyond Basic CCW Training: Next Steps

How long has it been since you last practiced shooting your handgun, let alone sought...

What Happens When College Students Learn Marksmanship?

What Happens When College Students Learn Marksmanship?

"Are you serious? You can teach me to shoot?"

Practicing for Concealed Carry

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Practicing for Concealed Carry

Buying a gun and a CCW holster are just the first steps. Here's what's next.

How (& Why) You Should Keep Both Eyes Open While Shooting

How (& Why) You Should Keep Both Eyes Open While Shooting

The secret is in the septum.

Dr.'s Rx: 4 Coronavirus-Boredom Cures for NRA Families

Dr.'s Rx: 4 Coronavirus-Boredom Cures for NRA Families

Turn boredom into opportunity with these four tips straight from Dr. Dvorchak's Rx pad.

Firearms Training With Laser Ammo: At-Home Marksmanship Practice Made Perfect

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Firearms Training With Laser Ammo: At-Home Marksmanship Practice Made Perfect

Social distancing and closed ranges everywhere...so what's a beginning shooter to do?

Coronavirus Crisis: Gun Store Adapts, Overcomes With Drive-Through Service

Coronavirus Crisis: Gun Store Adapts, Overcomes With Drive-Through Service

Here's how one gun store is social distancing while honoring the law and 2A.

Home Defense for Newbies: Pistol-Grip-Only Shotguns vs. Pistol-Caliber Carbines

Home Defense for Newbies: Pistol-Grip-Only Shotguns vs. Pistol-Caliber Carbines

Both platforms are excellent choices, but there are some things newbies need to know.

4 Gun-Handling Lessons I Learned the Hard Way (So You Don't Have To)

4 Gun-Handling Lessons I Learned the Hard Way (So You Don't Have To)

Pride lost. Experience gained. An account of one veteran shooter’s mistakes.

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