As a proud and noble Florida man, I’ve shot the Florida Department of Law Enforcement handgun qualification shoot and did not walk away impressed. It was super easy to finish, and ultimately, I didn’t see it as an adequate skill test for those who carry a firearm as part of their profession. I first...
One of the most misunderstood pieces of firearm culture and training is the Tueller drill. The Tueller drill has been around since 1983, and since then, it’s grown out and away from what it’s supposed to be, turning into a hive of misinformation. Anytime I hear it mentioned, I take a deep breath and...
The gun auction company Gunbroker releases data every year on the best-selling firearms on the market. With the craziness of SHOT Show 2023, I completely missed the release of the Gunbroker’s 2023 data. While Gunbroker doesn’t encompass the entirety of gun sales, it’s a pretty good indicator of firearm sales. Gunbroker allows any gun...
If you carry a firearm daily, you owe it to yourself, your family, your community, and more to be skilled with that firearm. One of the best things I read in this book states that firearms training is a PROCESS, not an EVENT. Training is continuous for concealed carry, and you should seek to...
For many people, purchasing a handgun for self-defense or target shooting is a significant financial investment. With prices ranging from a few hundred dollars to well over a thousand or even higher, it can be tempting to splurge on an expensive, high-end model. After all, doesn’t a more expensive gun shoot straighter? That may...
Whether locking your gun inside your checked baggage for a commercial flight or driving it across town to the range, when it comes to safeguarding firearms, especially pistols, security, durability, and portability are important considerations. How do you store it? The TSA has its set of guidelines you have to follow – and they...
