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Legal Thoughts On Rimfires For Self-Defense

Rimfires for self-defense can work, but they have certain limitations and you need to have a plan.
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The Chest Holster Buyer’s Guide

Looking to comfortably carry an iron up-top without any concern for concealment? A chest holster may be just what you need.
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The CCW Basic Proficiency Test

A defensive handgun drill for testing your practical defensive shooting skills with a concealed carry pistol.
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CCW 101: All Major Types Of Pistol

Looking for your first handgun? New to concealed carry? Here we break down all the major types of pistols and revolvers to help find what’s best for you.
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The Stun Gun Buyer’s Guide: Watt Are They Good For?

Frankly, the stun gun isn’t an ideal self-defense weapon, but some people may still benefit from carrying one.
The Wilson Combat ARP Tactical Pistol may be the ideal truck gun for you, offering a variety of cartridge choices, short- and long-range capabilities, compact size and reliability.

8 Favorite Truck Gun Options For Protection On The Go (2022)

Whether a survival gun, something to control varmints or a self-defense option, the truck gun is a vital tool for those on the go.
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What Is The Best Concealed Carry Holster? (2022)

Looking to enhance going armed? Here are the best concealed carry holsters around today.
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Wilson Combat Launches The SFT9

Wilson Combat has just launched the SFT9 pistol, a double-stack 9mm carry gun based on the 1911.
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Springfield Armory Releases 1911 DS Prodigy In 9mm

Springfield Armory has just released the DS Prodigy line, featuring two sizes of double-stack 1911 models chambered for 9mm.
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Couples Counseling For Concealed Carriers

If you’re a concealed carrier and have a partner, you could both likely benefit from practicing more effective communication in high-stress environments.
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Power On The Cheap: Best Affordable 10mm 1911 Options (2022)

The 10mm 1911 typically commands a king's ransom, but not the six we hunted out.
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SAR 2000 Review: A Turkish Take On The Czech Classic

When it comes to budget CZ-75 clones, the SAR 2000 wins.
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Best Concealed Carry Handguns For Women (2022)

Thirty-two women rank seven subcompact for the best choices in concealed carry handguns for women. Find out what are the top seven choices!
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Best 9mm Revolver: 5 Options For Everyday Carry (2022)

What do you get when you cross a time-tested platform with the most popular centerfire handgun cartridge? The 9mm revolver. Here are five that are fit to cover your six.
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Best .357 Magnum Revolver Buyer’s Guide (2022)

The .357 Magnum revolver soldiers on, a fine choice for concealed carry ... if you hunt out the right piece.
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10 Best Single-Stack 9mm Pistol Options For Concealed Carry (2022)

Single stack 9mm semi-autos are ideal for personal defense, and here’s a look at some of the best offerings in the class.

MUST READ ARTICLES

A complete directory of personal defense handguns, AR-15s, shooting drills, accessories and tactics to keep yourself and your family safe in an unsafe world. There is some crossover here with concealed carry (which has its own section here), but these articles are focused on survival, SHTF, prepping, home defense and more general personal safety afforded by personal defense guns. Also see: Gun ReviewsHandgunsRiflesShotgunsAR-15sConcealed Carry


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