I came to another conclusion a long time ago, that I was tired of the caliber debate. A never ending saga on which caliber is best for concealed carry, and most make their talking point about stopping power. But let’s get real for a moment; it’s 2019 and we have a wealth of technology in […]
[VIDEO] Recognizing Pre-Attack Indicators
A fan shared this video with us that goes over various pre-attack indicators with video evidence, and it’s a well-thought-out presentation with a lot to take from. I’m sure that many of you can pick up on some, but are you fluent in all that are shown here? Even if you believe you are, it’s […]
Knowing How To Be A Responsible Gun Owner, And Knowing How To Carry Yourself
Recently in a Facebook group, I saw a thread that was started by a man who tells a story of how he needed to fire a shot in the air to get another man to cool off. The encounter was bizarre, or at least the story was. When he was questioned for details, he provided […]
With Mass Shootings Making Frequent Headlines, Here’s What Concealed Carry Means To Me
Your chances of being caught up in a mass shooting are very slim. So slim, in fact, that you’re much more likely to be a victim of a violent crime throughout your life. That’s been the focus of Concealed Nation since the beginning; to help prepare armed citizens for the violent crime encounters that happen […]
How Much Trigger Finger Do I Need To Shoot Properly?
Via TTAG Watch TV, movies or just surf the gun web and you’ll see lots of images like the one at the top. You’ll see it plenty at the range, too. The shooter in that photo is using way too much finger in the trigger. When you place that much of your finger across the […]
[VIDEO] Concealed Carry Mistakes That Drive Cops Crazy
There seems to be a great divide in this country about the role of law enforcement officers. In many cases, they have been vilified and persecuted as horrible people. In other cases, they are celebrated as a much needed force in communities around the country. As concealed carriers, I believe it is in our best […]
What Do You Look For When Choosing A Handgun For Concealed Carry?
It’s an important decision, and some take it more serious than others. This article is posing as an ‘ask the audience’ space, to see what your criteria look like when choosing an EDC (every day carry). My personal criteria; Must work flawlessly out of the box Must work with different types of ammo brands Must […]
The Most Overlooked Concealed Carry Decision
I get a lot of questions from people when they decide to carry a gun. What is the best handgun to carry? What is your favorite holster? What is the smallest pistol I can carry? Is ankle carry the best way to conceal? Deciding to carry a handgun is a major decision. It requires a […]
[VIDEO] 10 Tips for Working with First Time Shooters
There’s a saying I heard years ago that has always stuck with me. “The worst three firearms instructors are boyfriends, husbands, and fathers.” I began thinking about it and realizing how true it is. Typically, its due to a lack of information because they aren’t as well versed as they think regarding shooting. While […]