What Is The Best Distance To Practice Self Defense Shooting?
Training is an important part of effective concealed carry. Different schools of thought would have you practice your defensive shooting skills at various distances. So what exactly is the best distance to practice shooting for self defense?
Is My Gun Safety On Or Off?
After purchasing my Walther Pk380, I had some trouble using the factory labels for the guns’ safety. It would seem fairly obvious, since there was a simple lever and an “S” and an “F”. Surely, if the lever is on “S” the weapon was safe, right?
How To Use A Pistol Cable Lock: Revolvers & Automatics
If you’ve purchased a pistol from a licensed dealer, then your handgun should have come with a cable lock. Using a pistol cable lock is not necessarily intuitive. Especially since the process differs between revolvers and automatics.
To Cant Or Not To Cant: A Comprehensive Holster Cant Guide
Trying to figure out why that belt clip swivels, and how it should be set? Chances are that the adjustable clip is meant to modify the holster cant angle. Different holster platforms have different ways to change the holster cant.
The Best Caliber For Concealed Carry
Take a trip to your local sporting good store, and you’ll see shelves stacked with various calibers of ammunition. With all of the different sizes of ammo, it can be a daunting task to select the best caliber for concealed carry.
How Many Pistol Magazines Should You Have?
In an age where overkill is underrated the number of pistol magazines you should have is often a point of discussion. So, how many pistol magazines should you have? More importantly, how many should you carry?
Concealed Carry An Extra Magazine: Is A Spare Mag Necessary?
When it comes to concealed carry, there are generally only two schools of thought about carrying an extra magazine. One side is against carrying a spare mag, while the other vehemently opposes the idea of carrying a concealed handgun without one. So should you be carrying an extra magazine?
Fitting Your Gun & Holster: How Tight Is Right?
If you spend any time at all drawing from your holster on the shooting range, you know how important it is to have a properly fitted holster. Sometimes, holsters work like a dream straight out of the box. But, other times you’ll need to make a few tweaks to get the right retention.
Should You Close An Eye When You Shoot?
There are subtleties to every shooters approach, some have honed their craft and excel in the world of competition shooting. However, many are still trying to figure out what works for them on the shooting range. One common question is whether you should close an eye when you shoot?
How To Disassemble A Walther PPQ M2
Having arrived on this page, I think it's safe to assume you need clear cut instructions on how to disassemble the Walther PPQ M2. This information is great for anyone looking for a manual to field strip their PPQ for cleaning. There are really only 5 steps to...
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My name is Mike and my goal is to provide you with all types of information for your everyday carry needs. Growing up the son of a Marine, I was raised to be prepared and adaptable to overcome life's challenges. So, whether it's setting up and maintaining your EDC bag, laws on concealed carry, or refining your medical kit we tackle the hard questions.
I am a concealed permit holder (for over a decade), a lifetime NRA member, certified firearms instructor, and a firearm enthusiast. Many of my friends and family are former or active duty military, and I have consulted with them on many of the topics I cover in this blog over the years.
