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, and …
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 awareness …
The Importance of Situational Awareness for Concealed Carry Read More »
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 skills …
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 some …
The Risk of Using Your Gun for Self-Defense in a Crowd – Part 2 Read More »
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 a …
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North American Arms makes these absolutely adorable mini-revolvers. In fact, I’m pretty sure they call them derringers. In all fairness, they are roughly derringer size but are five-shot mini-revolvers. I’ve always wanted one. Not for any real need, but because I’ve always thought they were neat and impressed by their quality. I finally put my …
