Handkerchief Self-Defense? You probably already carry a handkerchief or bandana for sweat, spills, or wiping lenses. That’s the right starting point for realistic Handkerchief Self-Defense. Handkerchiefs, bandanas, and shemaghs are widely recommended in outdoor and survival kits because they are light, compact, and can be used for sun protection, first aid, slings, and more, which...
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On May 5th, 2023, around 2 p.m., 25-year-old Amber Nicole Herring visited LoneStar Handgun Shooting Range. She reportedly said she was considering a gun purchase, but wanted to try some firearms first. Ms. Herring filled out a safety form, gave an ID, and paid cash to rent a handgun. Moments later she returned and said…
Range etiquette is sort of a taboo topic among old hand shooters. That’s the realm of new shooters or kids. Us experienced folks know what we are doing … right? Having been a member of multiple private ranges for almost 25 years and working at several indoor ranges, it is amazing to see what the…
Monday was Judgment Day: Tax day. For those of you that the IRS saw fit to refund: How are you going to spend that annual stimulus? Sure we can use the money for things that we want, but what about the stuff we NEED…guns and gear? Right now we are in the perfect storm…
Don’t just assume you are safe just because you’re home. How many crimes happen IN the home while it’s occupied? We tend to let our guard down when we’re home—do you walk around armed the whole time? Most of us (including myself) will answer no. I am in a privileged situation where I do not…
Ahh it’s time to hit the open road for that American pastime: the road trip. Where are we going? Who cares? But even if your drive is just getting from point A to B, how do you carry your firearms while you’re on the road? The most obvious answer is that your pistol is in…
A city’s civic center, a high-school football game, and one bad actor in the crowd. A shot rang out in the middle of a crowd of several hundred people. In an instant, chaos reigned: The formerly happy high-school football crowd ran away in all directions, fight-or-flight survival mode fully activated. All sane behavior and thinking…
Traveling to exotic and distant destinations like Des Moines, Iowa or Bentonville, Arkansas can be fun and exciting. These are the destinations of choice that can fill out your Instagram “living your best life” feed. It’s the stuff your followers will eat up. But just because you are a jet setter does not mean that…
Happy New Year! After a long and ugly pandemic season, 2023 seems like it is starting off on the right foot. The Republicans will take the House back and hopefully protect the 2A crowd for a while at least until the next Presidential election. A new year also means new realized freedoms and another thorn…
Does appendix carry make you feel like you’re violating Rule 1 in the worst way? Ah yes, Rule 1 of Gun Safety: Never allow your gun’s muzzle to cover anything you’re not prepared to destroy. Ah yes, appendix carry: The way to carry concealed that keeps the gun’s muzzle pointed right at the last thing…
In my opinion, there is nothing more fascinating than human nature. I consider it the only thing on par with shooting and this is why I love my job. As an instructor, I have found a true canvas to which my analytical mind can paint. My observations are based on thousands of students over nearly…
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