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'Guns and Self-Defense:' A Study of Real-Life Personal Protection

New for 2019, "Guns and Self-Defense" examines 23 cases where an armed citizen used their...

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Anatomy of an Assault: The 5-Step Attack Cycle

How does a bad guy plan a criminal attack? How can you stop it? Here's...

CCW Accessories: What Belongs on Your Gun?

When it comes to concealed-carry guns, users have a wide range of options for night...

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Skills Check: 20-Round Defensive Pistol Drill

Shooting drills with a concealed-carry pistol is something that many shooters neglect to do. Here's...

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Hot Shots: The Impact of Hot Weather on Your Rifle

With the summer sun at its peak, our skin isn’t the only thing needing protection...

Elmer Keith & The Golden Years of Gun-Writing

Today's firearm publications are full of articles that are quite different from those written in...

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Cross-Eye Dominance: How It Affects Rifle-Shooting

Cross-eye dominance can affect your rifle shooting, but there are ways to overcome this dilemma.

'The Caliber Wars:' Does the Round Really Matter?

9mm vs. 45 ACP vs .40 S&W... the caliber wars can go on forever. Does...

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Skills Check: Snake-Shot Training & Patterning

While the majority of no-legged critters are harmless to humans, some need to be dealt...

Converting Guns to .357 SIG: Testing & Options

If you're intrigued by the .357 SIG, you don't need an entirely new gun just...

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Skills Check: Shooting Drills for Restrictive Ranges

Practicing from the holster is most efficient, but not always allowed on certain ranges. Here’s...

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Shooting Stance: What's Right for You?

Confused about the proper pistol-shooting stance? Check out our breakdown here.

Safe Shotgun Storage: Common, Custom & Commercial Options

There are plenty of ways to make sure your shotgun is safely stowed, yet close...

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'The Tactical Games' Gains Popularity Among Shooters

The Tactical Games is a relative newcomer in competitive shooting, but its blend of physical...

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Hobbyists vs. Hardcore Enthusiasts: The Gun-Community Divide

Not every gun owner who carries is a hardcore gun enthusiast—but they could be.

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