Concealed carry enthusiasts often face the dilemma of selecting the most suitable handgun for personal defense. Two popular choices stand out among the myriad options: the 9mm and the .380 ACP. Both cartridges have unique advantages and drawbacks, making the decision a matter of personal preference and specific needs. Ballistic Performance The 9mm and...
The Dual Nature of Off-Body Concealed Carry
Concealed carry is a topic that sparks debates among firearm enthusiasts and those concerned with personal safety. One aspect of this conversation revolves around choosing between on-body and off-body concealed carry. On-body carry is ideal because the gun is always with you. However, on-body carry is sometimes impossible because of wardrobe or situational considerations....
Great Gifts for a Gun Lover
The Holidays are upon us! In this article, I provide some of my favorite gifts I’ve either received or given over the past few years that would make great gifts this gift-giving season. Consider one, or more, of these gifts, if you’re looking for some amazing ideas for the gun lover in your life....
The J-Pack From Zeta6
I’ve been exploring the world of revolvers. I’m so used to semi-autos that I found myself getting a little bored of them. With that in mind, I’ve discovered revolvers are a lot like shotguns. Reloading is a skill that’s needed to keep the gun running. I’ve been exploring speed loaders and speed strips, and...
Taking Dry Fire To New Levels – Beyond the Lightswitch
How much dry fire do you do? I try to do ten to fifteen minutes a night, mixing in various techniques. I use my dominant hand and my non-dominant hand, draw from my holster, and do simple marksmanship training. It’s functional, but I’ve begun to realize I might not be getting the most out...
My First IDPA Match Shooting Carry Optics
About a year and a half ago, two slots opened up for a friend and me to shoot an IDPA match. We both shot PCC and struggled with how different the shooting sport is compared to USPSA and run-and-gun AK/Carbine-style matches. IDPA is a shooting sport focusing on accuracy, with speed almost a secondary...
