CIVILIZATION’S THIN VENEER: Haiti Has Fallen, Cannibal ‘Barbeque’ Now in Charge
Haiti hasn't always been a completely disorganized craphole. For now though, the Caribbean island nation shows us a real-time example of just how the veneer of civilization is thinner than most people think. With...
Choosing Your First Shotgun
When it comes time to buy a shotgun there are a few things to consider. In all actuality, there are many things to consider but let’s take a look at what I believe are...
Does Trigger Finger Position Matter? No. But Also Yes. But Also No.
An interesting post on Twitter/X by Yellow Peril Tactical raises an interesting question: does trigger finger position matter? In this article, I'm going to explore this topic. They're right in some ways, but it's...
4 Factors You Need to Consider When Buying a Concealed Carry Handgun
By Tim Carroll
What gun should I carry for self-defense? That's a question that's been asked more times than I can count during my professional training career and more often in recent years. The answer...
Guns for Beginners: How to Find Quality Self-Defense Firearm Training
Carrying a gun lawfully for self-defense can make the difference between life and death in a critical situation. Yet at the same time it comes along with risks to the carrier thanks to laws...
Improve Your Shooting: The 50-Round Skill Sustainment Course of Fire
In case you didn't already know it, if you don't continue to shoot over time, you will slowly lose your shooting skills. Ammunition is more reasonable that it was a couple of years ago,...
Beginner’s Guide to the Most Common Calibers and What They’re Good For
Yes, there are a lot of bullet sizes and it can be confusing. We call them "calibers," except for shotguns, which are referred to as "gauge" or "bore." Each is different and -- just...
Why Range Ammunition Is A Bad Choice For Your Self-Defense Gun
Don't use range ammo as self-defense ammo. There are a number of good reasons why it's a bad idea.
Range ammunition -- meaning full metal jacket or fragmenting ammunition in center fire rifles and pistol,...
Personal Defense Tip: Aim for Center Mass to Stop the Threat
When you're shooting at someone to stop an imminent, credible threat of death or grievous bodily harm, do what the police do: aim for center mass. Never mind what you may have seen in...
What’s the Difference Between Rimfire and Centerfire Ammunition?
Are you a newbie when it comes to shooting? There are millions of new, first-time gun owners out there who have come to own a firearm in the last three-plus years. Are you confused...
What’s The Right Age To Teach Kids Gun Safety?
Here's an inconvenient truth: firearm safety education saves lives. However, some people fear guns and don't want anything to do with teaching their kids how to be safe around them. At the same time,...
Personal Defense Tip: Just Say No To Warning Shots
In a perfect world, everyone would know not to fire warning shots. Unfortunately, Hollywood has made them almost part of our cultural lexicon. But don’t fall for Hollywood "training" on self-defense when it comes...