Solid advice about the differences between competition and defensive shooting. Competition can be a great way to practice core skills; it just doesn’t test other necessary functions… Competing in a match and defending against a violent attacker are two completely different applications of your firearm. No matter how seriously you approach it, competition is a […]
Should You Carry With One in the Chamber?
Baseball might be more interesting if the fielders left their gloves in the dugout until a ball was hurtling in their direction. Why carry around that extra weight and tie up a perfectly good hand that could be used for opening new tins of chewing tobacco or sticks of gum? Hey, if a fly ball […]
Shooting With One Eye or Two Eyes Open: Which is Correct?
This is a tough problem if you’re cross-eye dominant… Lots of trainers talk about the importance of shooting with both eyes open. What if you shoot better with one eye closed? We address the issue here. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | Shooting With One Eye or Two Eyes Open: Which is Correct?
5 Critical Mistakes Made by Defensive Gun Owners
It’s amazing how many concealed carriers make mistake #3 in the name of perceived safety… We’re all human, we all make mistakes. The true student will always learn from the mistakes he or she makes—and not repeat them. Here are five critical mistakes made by many well-meaning gun owners today. Read the rest: 5 Critical […]
Gun Craft: Concealment, Cover, and Thinking Outside the Box ~ VIDEOS
Sometimes the conventional wisdom about use of cover and concealment may not apply… Shorter: Can you shoot through bags of potato chips? One of the things that drives me crazy is the binary nature of people. I’m talking about our opinions on what the “right” answer is for any given situation. Read the rest: Gun […]
How to Choose a Holster for Concealed Carry
Choosing a cheap holster for your concealed carry gun is like putting bacon grease in your Aston Martin… When choosing a concealed carry holster, remember that it’s the one thing standing between you and your ability to literally save your life. Read the rest: How to Choose a Holster for Concealed Carry | USCCA
What You Need to Know Before You Carry Concealed
There are some big decisions to ponder before you decide to carry a concealed firearm. Perhaps surprisingly, most of those considerations have nothing at all to do with which gun, holster or ammunition you choose. So, let’s talk about what you need to know before you carry concealed. Beware of a False Sense of Security […]
Top Five Concealed Carry Myths
Here’s a question to make your brain hurt. Are more myths and rumors passed along at the local gun store counter or on the internet? I know, it’s an impossible question. While both sources can provide valuable and reputable information, they are also the leading cause of self-defense and concealed carry trainer angst, frustration, and […]
Top 6 Concealed Carry Tips & Techniques
If you’re new to concealed carry, you have a big learning curve in front of you. While that may sound intimidating, it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Embracing a commitment to learning something new every day will make you not only more proficient but also more confident in your ability to defend yourself and your […]
Deep Concealed Carry Tips and Tricks
How to carry when deep concealment is the primary factor… Sometimes deep concealment may be more important than ease of access. That doesn’t mean concealed carry can’t be practical. How do you pull it off? In a perfect world, you might carry your self-defense handgun in an outside-the-waistband holster and cover it loosely with a […]