They are very different and should be treated that way. In most states, concealed carry permit applicants must not only take a class ranging from as few as four to as many as 16 hours (yes, Illinois, we’re looking at you here), they also have to put rounds down range to demonstrate at...
Concealed Carry Pistols: Polymer vs. Steel Framed Guns
It’s a matter of weight, capacity, trigger, action, recoil — just a handful of considerations. Polymer and steel framed guns both have their place when it comes to carrying concealed. And just like with anything else, they both have their pros and cons. In this blog, we’ll break down why you would use...
The Absolute Worst Guns For Concealed Carry
They make look cute and cuddly, maybe even nostalgic, but that’s not what you need when the fight starts. The world of compact handguns is absolutely massive. If you want to find one for concealed carry, then you have what’s basically a buffet of pistols in front of you. Some are outstanding choices,...
The Truth About Pocket Pistols -Mini, Micros, and More
Small but mighty? Easy to conceal? Yes and no to both. Sometimes micros aren’t the best option. Who doesn’t love a good pocket pistol? When I say pocket pistol, I mean an ultra-small firearm capable of easily fitting into your average pocket. These days, they are often 380 ACPs, but plenty of 22LR, 25...
Get Off the X!
If you stand in one spot during a gunfight, there’s a good chance you’ll die there. Gunfights are hardly ever one-sided. If you’re shooting at someone, chances are that someone is shooting at you, too. It doesn’t matter who started it, bullets are flying in both directions, and you want to avoid getting...
Pistol Red Dots – The Good, the Bad, and the Basics
What to look for when choosing a red dot. By now, you’ve had to see the advent of pistol red dots. They are everywhere. Heck, the Commander of NATO forces in Afghanistan carries a tricked-out Glock with a red dot. Red dots have gotten smaller and smaller, and it’s become easier to outfit...
