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What Does "Brandishing" a Gun Mean?
Here's what you need to know about this self-defense topic.
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Smaller-Gauge Shotguns For Home Defense?
Do you have to have a 12-gauge? We look at the facts.
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Physical Therapist's CCW Advice: Strong-Side Hip Carry
Some ideas for arranging your CCW rig to stay comfortable and healthy.
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Boo! Carry Concealed Phantom-Style With ALPS OutdoorZ Ghost 30 Pack
On-body carry not an option? The Ghost 30 Pack makes your defensive gun "disappear."
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Emergency Preparedness at the Workplace
Bad things happen, and they happen regardless of whether you’re at home or at work...
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Laser Sights: Red vs. Green
It's more complex than "stop" versus "go."
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How to Choose the Right Concealed Handgun Carry Position
Our five-point checklist to determine whether or not you’ve found the proper carry position for...
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Terminal Ballistics & Choosing Self-Defense Ammunition
In this installment of our series, we cover handgun ammunition and its effects.
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3 Self Defense Myths That Just Won't Go Away
I don’t mean to sound like an old grouch—really I don’t...
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3 Candidates For Your One and Done Gun
Buying your first gun? Need one that can "do it all"? Here are three thoughts.
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Defensive Handgun Training: 3 Critical Fundamentals
Regardless of how you are learning to defend yourself with handgun, you need to master...
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Beyond Basic CCW Training: Next Steps
How long has it been since you last practiced shooting your handgun, let alone sought...
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On The Range
Frangible Ammunition: Pros, Cons & Myths
How is frangible ammo different, and should you use it?
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CCW: Buy the Best Holster You Can Afford
Sheriff Jim has some advice on your concealed-carry rig.
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Shotshells: Interpreting the Numbers on the Box
The numbers printed on the top flap of shotgun shell boxes are a form of...
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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.
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Concealed Carry In Your Car
How to keep your personal defense firearm secure, yet accessible.
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Legal Information for Concealed-Carry Permit Holders
You've got the firearm, the holster and the training. But...
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7 Pistol-Shooting Tips For People With Arthritis
Don't let "Uncle Arthur" get between you and the sport you love.
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Pistol Shooting With Physical Challenges
Whatever your physical challenge, you still have a right to self-defense.
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