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5 Handling Tips for a Home-Defense Shotgun

When faced with a threat, a home-defense shotgun can be quite the equalizer, but only...

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7 NRA Carry Guard Expo Workshops You Need to Try

Want to build your self-defense and preparedness skills? Here are seven workshops available to attendees...

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Review: Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ

Designed as an easy-to-use handgun for everyone, the Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ brings...

The Statistics of Self-Defense: Don't Bet Your Life on Averages

Don’t base your self-defense strategy on the average anything. You’re not average, right?

4 Reasons Why You Need a Reload for Your Concealed-Carry Gun

The only time you have too much ammo is when you have to move it...

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Train to Fight: Solid Defensive Habits for the Armed Citizen

Developing good habits for defense in training is vital for the armed citizen. These habits...

Injured in an Attack? Stay in the Fight.

In any sort of fight, the possibility of injury is real. Be prepared to do...

'FBI Miami Firefight': Lessons Learned

The 1986 Miami firefight involving the FBI and two bank robbers was a major catalyst...

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FBI Report Highlights Effectiveness of Concealed Carry

The FBI's newly released report, "Active Shooter Incidents in the United States in 2016 and...

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Guns

2018 Handgun of the Year: FN America FN 509

When personal protection is your goal, you demand the best to ensure your safety and...

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The Benefits of a Backup Gun

A backup gun can become a life-saving primary in certain scenarios. Here are the benefits...

3 Dangers of Off-Body Carry

While it's certainly easier to carry a larger pistol off the body in a bag...

Testing Concealed-Carry Methods at Gunsite Academy

Sheriff Jim spent a number of days at Gunsite Academy, trying out different methods of...

Fight Smart: Tips & Tactics for the Armed Citizen

Sometimes, if you just use your head, you don’t have to resort to other tools....

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3 Great Drills for a Home-Defense Shotgun

If you rely on a shotgun for home defense, these three drills can help build...

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4 Go-To Setups for Any Defensive AR-15

With all of the accessory options for defensive AR-15 rifles, what setups should owners choose...

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The Drawbacks of a Subcompact Single-Stack 9mm

Subcompact handguns like the popular single-stack 9mm pistols on the market now may appear like...

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Guns

Review: Kimber K6s .357 Mag. Revolver

The Kimber K6s breathes new life into the revolver game, presenting a six-shot .357 Mag....

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Busted: 5 Shotgun Myths You Probably Believe

Many gun owners believe these five shotgun myths. Our Shotgun editor separates fact from fiction...

The Scout Rifle: Where Did It Come From?

Let's be clear about this: Col. Jeff Cooper did not invent the Scout Rifle. He...

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