So you’ve purchased a Ruger SR9c and want the perfect holster for it. Fine, but first, there are a variety of holster designs with advantages and disadvantages that must be weighed: IWB (Inside the Waistband) holsters which are easier to hide under an untucked shirt, but this makes the gun more difficult to draw and […]
Continue reading →So you have a Sig Sauer P938 and want a holster. Well, you’ve come to the right place. The first question to ask, though, is, “What kind of holster you want?” Here are a lot of different types: IWB (Inside the Waistband) holsters attach to the belt or waistband by loops or a clip. Comfort […]
Continue reading →So you have a Keltec, and you want to an IWB holster. Well, good idea. See, IWB (Internal Waist Band) holsters are designed for concealed carry by armed civilians for self-defense ,or law enforcement officers as an off duty or back-up weapon. IWB holsters carry a small, lightweight firearm inside the waistband, often in the […]
Continue reading →The J frame is a frame size regarding Smith and Wesson’s smallest revolver size. While Smith and Wesson developed the term J frame, these days it is used to acknowledge a particular class of small, compact, revolver. With an explosion in concealed carry popularity the J frame is an obvious choice for the revolver aficionado. […]
Continue reading →There are quite a few things to consider when you are considering the best shoulder holster for your 1911. You need to consider your frame, whether you want a vertical or horizontal holster, and what material makes the best holster for your needs. Choosing the best shoulder holster for 1911 handguns is a very personal […]
Continue reading →Given the popularity of the Springfield XDS for concealed carry work, it is no wonder that people are in search of a good Inside The Waistband (or IWB) holster for their XDS. There are many advantages to IWB carry. It provides for a secure location, avoids having your gun hang off your belt, makes concealment […]
Continue reading →Every so often I find myself doubting, comparing, and overall, just plain wondering. Is it big enough? I’m talking about gun barrels of course. When choosing a pistol for self-defense (or any other purpose) you want to make sure you’re choosing the best option for the designated task. Of course, as with everything there are […]
Continue reading →While being a proficient marksman is vital to defending yourself, it’s certainly not the end all. Once you’re a competent and confident shooter, there are a few practices and tactics you want to start getting comfortable with to be able to make sure you’re as prepared as possible and able to give yourself the upper […]
Continue reading →So, as a skinny person reading this article, you’re either preparing to start carrying your gun concealed or you’re looking for other options to try out because you may not be happy with your current setup. Different body types present different challenges for concealing a weapon and doing so comfortably. Being on the thinner side, […]
Continue reading →Choosing a gun is hard enough just for recreational use. When you’re preparing to purchase a new firearm, you probably feel like a kid in a high-caliber candy store. Even more daunting a task is trying to choose the perfect firearm that you will also be able to conceal comfortably when you possess a thinner […]
Continue reading →When looking at all the brands and all the models of firearms available, it can feel a bit daunting when trying to choose just one. First and foremost, you’ll want a weapon that is best suited for the task at hand. The task in question today? Self-defense. Concealed vs. Open Carry Before deciding on a […]
Continue reading →As if concealed carry isn’t already difficult enough, mother nature has to throw those warm weather months at us and really complicate things. Unless you are going to be the guy at the beach wearing jeans and boots, you’ve probably wondered about the best method of carrying your fully concealed pistol with only shorts and […]
Continue reading →If you carry a handgun for self defense, you really should attach a laser to it. Yeah, I know tons of people clutch their pearls whenever anyone suggests any other way besides iron sights when aiming. But this isn’t the 19th century—and we don’t recommend lasers because it’s the 21st either. For example, we don’t […]
Continue reading →The best method for carrying concealed is pocket carry in my humble opinion. Why? Because it’s the fastest way to pull out your gun and hit the bad guy (or gal) where it makes a difference. For this exercise to work, however, you’d need the following: 1) A lightweight, hammerless revolver 2) A pocket holster […]
Continue reading →As the saying often goes, revolvers might seem antiquated in the 21st century but they pack a lot of advantages that folks, bedazzled by plastic Austrian semi-autos, might overlook. Plenty of people online have gone into greater detail about these, whether on Youtube (check out Lucky Gunner’s excellent video on how revolvers make you a […]
Continue reading →The revolver is an awesome weapon and one you still see on the shelves of every gun store. The simple reason why is even though automatic handguns are extremely popular, the revolver still has some advantages. It’s a more elegant weapon from a less civilized time, and revolvers are proven workhorses. Here are ten reasons […]
Continue reading →Needing the right pistol sights for old eyes is inevitable. Unless you’ve found the Fountain of Youth, poor vision is just one of those things we all experience as the years drag on. Our love of guns, fortunately or unfortunately depending on your point of view, never fades. Our bodies are no longer are up […]
Continue reading →Adding accessories to the Ruger Security Six might not seem necessary at first. After all, the gun was designed in a time when the .357 Magnum reigned supreme for law enforcement and security forced, back when men were men (unwaxed, smoking, red-meat-eating) and didn’t carry plastic guns made in Austria. No, the Security Six has […]
Continue reading →Finding the right Colt Defender upgrades could be tricky since there are so many accessories to choose from. After all, the 1911 as a platform is one of America’s most beloved guns. The classic pistol served the military for decades and now serves the civilian world in a variety of applications—and a whole cottage industry […]
Continue reading →So why get the brightest night sights? Well, since the dawn of time, mankind has wanted to be able to use his weapons in the dark. While it is true, a pointy stick or sharp rock didn’t need a sight on it, around the times weapons became more complicated than sloping-forehead Thag picking up a […]
Continue reading →So why upgrade your Springfield 9mm with accessories? While the EMP is a purpose-built, concealed carry 1911 is a great gun, it, like all stock weapons, can be improved via aftermarket parts. Those few accessories will go a long way to not only making your gun fit better but also more individual to your own […]
Continue reading →Folks turn to Lasermax and Crimson Trace because lasers are a powerful tool for concealed carriers, soldiers, and police officers. They give shooters the ability to have a living reticle on their target. A laser aiming device needs to be well made, powerful, and easy to activate. Both LaserMax and Crimson Trace produce a wide […]
Continue reading →The Aimpoint Pro and Aimpoint T1 are two of Aimpoint’s more affordable optics. Like any Aimpoint optic, they are both extremely well made and are designed to function in the most austere of environments. They also last practically forever on a single battery, literally tens of thousands of hours. They both manage to be waterproof, […]
Continue reading →In a world awash with polymer-frame, striker-fired pistols, the Ruger SR9c stands out as uniquely Ruger. Rarely does Ruger create truly groundbreaking firearms but rather takes established design features and crafts a marvelous refinement that is both highly affordable and appeals to a wide range of different needs and tastes. Excellent for concealed carry, home […]
Continue reading →The rise of reflex sights on pistols has been a rapid one. It started with the hunting market, spread into competitive shooting, and is now making a scene in the tactical market. Regardless of your personal use, a reflex sight needs to have a few important characteristics. First and foremost, the red dot sight needs […]
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