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Concealed Carry Basics

Concealed Carry Fundamentals

Choosing a Concealed Carry Firearm

Holsters - Gear That Could Save Your Life

Legal Considerations - What to Know

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Looking to go armed, but are stuck in the weeds as to what to arm yourself with? Here are 20 excellent concealed carry gun options that will keep you on the defensive.
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The evolution of the concealed carry handgun continues. These are some of the hottest new models for 2018.
Mission First Tactical 5L Achro Sling Bag

First Look: Mission First Tactical 5L Achro Sling Bag

Want a bag that provides quick access to a gun and plenty of storage space? Take a look at MFT’s new 5L Achro Sling Bag.
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First Look: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X Series

Smith & Wesson has just announced the M&P Shield X, a new subcompact iteration of the Shield series.
Taurus 817 Revolver

First Look: Taurus 817 Revolver

Taurus has just unveiled the Taurus 817, a new .38 Special snub-nose revolver with a 7-round cylinder.
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Self-Preservation: Confronting The Unthinkable

Lessons from William Aprill on criminal violence and the self-preservation mindset required to survive.
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Self-Defense: Establishing A Good Grip From Draw

A good grip is paramount to good shooting. Here we discuss how to establish one from the holster.
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Hardware Talk: Vantage Point Armory Pistol Comps

Looking to tame your heater? Here we take a quick look at Vantage Point Armory’s pistol comps.
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First Look: Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp

Smith & Wesson has just made the Bodyguard 2.0 even more controllable with the addition of a Carry Comp variant.
CZ P-10 C PORTED

First Look: CZ P-10 C PORTED

CZ has just announced the CZ P-10 C PORTED, a 9mm carry pistol that features an integrated compensator for fast and accurate shooting.  
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Campfire Handguns: Don't Leave Home Without Them

Critters, varmints and other beasts can ruin a nice night in the woods, so next time you're packing up the tent, don't forget to grab a campfire handgun.
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First Look: Ruger LCP MAX Manual Safety Models

Ruger has just released two new versions of the LCP MAX that feature a manual safety.