Could the era of the subcompact be coming to a close? Are there better options out there nowadays? The SIG P365 changed the entire concealed carry marketplace. In one fell swoop, it effectively ended the reign of both the single stack 9mm and the subcompact pistol. Much has been said about the death of...
Shot Placement – What it Is and Why It Matters
Let’s look at the anatomy of a gunfight. Why do we train for defensive encounters? We want to be able to draw quickly, control our weapons, and of course, shoot straight. Being able to accurately shoot a firearm has long been a desired skill, and defensive shooting is no different. Today we are going...
The Top Five Micro Red Dots- Mini and Mighty
The red dot revolution reached handguns years ago and now has taken over. Companies both big and small offer red dot versions of their handguns. While plenty of full-sized and even compact guns wear dots, the market for subcompacts, single stack 9mms, and micro compacts has grown significantly. If you are packing a little...
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...
Competitive Shooting Guns & Gear: Part 2, IDPA
Getting into competitive shooting sports is easier than it may seem, but does require some minimal gear to get started in any discipline. In our Competitive Shooting Guns & Gear Series of blogs, we’ll go over specific shooting sports, what’s needed to get started, what it costs to get involved, and a basic overview...
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....
