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Today we have an "I Carry" spotlight on various types of cover garments, what each...
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There are plenty of options when it comes to upgrading your factory handgun grips. David...
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David Workman reviews the Dark Star Hitchhiker holster, which is made for IWB/AIWB carry positions.
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Galco recently introduced the Speed Master 2.0 holster for Smith & Wesson M&P Compact/Subcompact pistols.
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David Workman takes an in-depth look at Spectre's Phantom-Too OWB holster.
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Sheriff Jim Wilson makes the case that the lever gun is, for many, a great...
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I Carry: Colt Python Revolver in a Galco Holster
In today's "I Carry" episode, we feature Colt's new Python revolver in .357 Magnum, carried...
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Tips on Choosing Ammunition for Your Concealed-Carry Revolver
Many factors go into determining what carry ammunition to choose; make sure your choice is...
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Selecting a Personal-Defense Handgun: Size and Fit
Selecting a personal-defense handgun is a very subjective endeavor.
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Best Distance to Zero a Pistol-Mounted Red Dot
With the explosion in popularity of pistol-mounted red-dot sights, deciding what distance at which to...
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Why You Shouldn't Mix Shotgun Ammo
To mix or not to mix, that is the question. Fortunately, we have an answer.
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Handgun Reloads: How-To & Expert Tips
Reloads are undeniably one of the most essential skills a serious defensive shooter can have....
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6 Hard-Hitting Loads for Your Home-Defense AR-15
What are the best home-defense loads for the AR? Here are six rounds designed to...
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Glock DIY Build: Choosing the Right Custom Components
The criteria and components that go into building a Glock for personal protection are more...
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New for 2020: Federal Punch Personal Defense Ammo
Federal Ammunition has introduced a new line of defensive loads called Punch ammo.
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Glock DIY Guide: Slide Reassembly Tips
Having reassembled your pistol’s striker, extractor and firing-pin safety, it’s time to put the components...
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Range Review: Ruger Lite Rack LCP II .22 LR
One of the most-requested guns by consumers in the last decade, Ruger finally answered the...
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Cool-Weather CCW: Choosing a Gun for Wintertime Carry
When winter rolls around, people tend to upsize their CCW pistol. Here's what our Handguns...
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Range Review: SIG Sauer MPX Copperhead
In a market overrun by pistol-caliber platforms, the SIG Sauer MPX Copperhead is one of...
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