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Author: Erica Lien

Erica Lien grew up shooting pop cans with a BB gun and graduated to more serious firearms as a teen. Since then, she became a member of the NRA and made herself something of an expert in firearms. She is proud to say she’s shot over 100 different types of firearms in her lifetime, from vintage black powder to AR-15’s, and became well-practiced in self defense. She balances her love of guns with hiking, writing, and traveling. You can follow her adventures on her Instagram at @awake__unafraid.

.357 or .38 Special For Home Defense — Which Is Better? (ANSWERED)

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When selecting your home defense firearm, the first thing to think about is what caliber of ammunition you want to use. There are several options available for handguns, so how do you decide? Among the popular options are .357 Magnums and .38 Specials, which, interestingly enough, can be fired with the same gun in many […]

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Ear Protection for Home Defense — Yes, No, and How? (ANSWERED)

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When you’re considering how to best protect yourself from a home invasion, ear protection may not often cross your mind. While it’s something required at gun ranges and when hunting, ear protection is also not advertised or marketed toward home defense applications. So, what do you need for ear protection and how can you put […]

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Self Defense for Small Women Tips (with Video Tutorials)

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Being a woman in the world is getting harder and it’s even more difficult when you’re a little (no pun intended) on the smaller side. You may have been told not to go out after dark or to stay out of certain parts of town, but sometimes that’s just not possible. The good news is […]

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