Choosing a handgun caliber for self defense is one of the most important decisions for personal protection. This comprehensive guide compares .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP with evidence-based insights from the FBI, leading trainers Rob Pincus and Massad Ayoob, and current ballistics data. We cover pros, cons, and recommendations for every experience…
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…
Most of us have likely been unfortunate enough to overhear a conversation at the gun counter that went something to the tune of “No, it has to be a 12-gauge…20 doesn’t have enough stopping power.” If you’re like me, it probably takes every bone in your body not to smack this guy so hard it…
Hand stops have evolved from competition based luxury items to pretty much a standard feature on today’s modern sporting rifles. Having a hand stop on your AR-15 or similar firearm allows you to instantly return to the same hand position every time you pick up your rifle. This repeatability is critical for building skills that…
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