If I asked you to picture the revolvers from, say, 1850 to 1899, what would you picture? Probably a Colt Single Action Army, maybe a Remington 1858, and if you had an eye on the future, you might picture the S&W Model 1899 Military and Police model. You picture a large revolver carried by...
Pistol Red Dot vs. Traditional Sights: Who Wins?
In handgun shooting, the choice of sighting systems plays a crucial role in accuracy, speed, and overall effectiveness. Two prominent sighting systems are traditional iron sights and modern red dot sights. Each system has advantages and disadvantages that cater to different shooting needs and preferences. This article delves into the comparative analysis of traditional...
Dry-Fire Training, Part 6 – Ace Virtual Training
Ace transforms the shooting experience by combining a VR app and a handset. Improve and change the way you train with Ace virtual reality. In April 2023, while at A Girl and A Gun National Conference in Grand Junction, CO, I was introduced to the revolutionary virtual training from Ace. When I first tried...
Kimber Micro Rapide Hands-On Review
Now that summer is upon us, it’s time to think about how best to carry concealed with less and typically looser clothing. The Kimber Micro Rapide pistol is one of the smallest carry guns I’ve gotten hands-on with, but just because it’s small doesn’t mean it’s not mighty. If you’re a fan of 1911’s,...
Beyond Bullets: How to Build a Well-Rounded EDC for Everyday Needs
We all have an EDC or Everyday Carry, the collection of items we carry with us on a regular basis. Even average people who don’t think about self-protection carry many of the same things every day: wallet, keys, cell phone, etc. It’s the stuff that lets us live our lives away from home, things...
Defending Yourself on an Airplane: Tools and Strategies Beyond Firearms
Air travel is a routine part of modern life, but the enclosed space and restrictions on what you can bring aboard present unique challenges for personal safety. While firearms are strictly prohibited on commercial flights, that doesn’t mean you have to be left defenseless should something bad happen on your flight. There are several...
