While automatics like the SIG P365 and Springfield Hellcat have established dominance in the concealed carry field, a strong love for revolvers still exists. The modern defensive revolver typically has a few common features. Most are small revolvers with sub-2-inch barrels. They often come in .38 Special and .357 Magnum and hold five shots....
On July 1st, 2023, Florida joins the world of Constitutional Carry. This means the majority of states have now adopted Constitutional Carry. Twenty-six out of fifty isn’t bad. With that in mind, we are doing a deep dive into Constitutional Carry. While nerds like me follow these things closely, I realize not everyone does,...
As a firearms instructor, I cannot stress enough the importance of acting responsibly when you are carrying a firearm. Being able to act responsibly requires proper training, education, and situational awareness. You need to be aware of your surroundings and the potential threats that exist. This is where situational awareness comes into play. Situational...
Carrying a concealed weapon (CCW) for self-defense is a significant responsibility that requires a special set of skills, knowledge, and judgment abilities. From the seasoned CCW holder to someone considering taking their first firearms class, there are a lot of complex skills that are required to be effective in any self-defense situation, and those...
In part 1, I covered some conditions to be aware of if you must use your gun for self-defense in a crowd before engaging in a threat. It’s critical to make sure it’s safe to shoot. That includes looking at the intended target and what is beyond, around, and along the path. Here are...
While having a firearm may provide some sense of security, using your gun for self-defense in a crowd with a bunch of people around comes with a number of added risks. It just so happens there was a shooting in Chicago when I was writing this article. It is a perfect example of how...
