Apps like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the ability to get a ride. How do you stay safe while riding in the backseat? They are everywhere and have become a mainstay of urban living. I live in a rural environment, but I use the occasional Uber or Lyft on vacation every year at SHOT...
Should you Carry a 5.7? Let’s Dig Into It
The little 5.7x28mm round has made quite the comeback in recent years. Both PSA and Ruger introduced new 5.7x28mm handguns, and various rifles and large format AR-type pistols have also seen an increase in popularity. FN even felt the pressure and released an updated Five-SeveN pistol earlier this year. This has led a few...
The Top Five 10s – The 10mm Roundup
The 10mm is one of my favorite rounds. It’s a very versatile load that finds a way to mix both power and capacity at a level we don’t commonly see. A true 10mm load beats most .357 Magnums and can reach .41 Magnum levels of power. Yet, because the bullet is a .40 caliber,...
The Important Differences Between Defensive and Practice Ammo
Not all types of ammunition are created equal. Some are better than others for various purposes. If you’re new to the gun world or have been around a while and don’t know much about ammunition, here is a quick tutorial about the differences and why it’s important to use certain types for different applications....
Old Myths – You Won’t See Your Sights In a Gunfight
Myth or fact: You will not see your sights during a gun fight? What does Travis think about this common saying? There are a few bad pieces of advice that seem near universal in the world of gunfighting, concealed carry, and home defense. Stuff like just racking a shotgun will scare them away, and...
Vacation, Concealed Carry, and Security
How do you stay safe on vacation so you can relax and enjoy your time away from it all? It’s that time of the year once more. School is out for the summer, and people around the country are seeking out well-deserved vacations. Vacation is an interesting topic for the world of concealed carriers....
