There is a lot of terminology involved in the responsible carry of a firearm, and a firm mandate to understand the purpose of concealed carry. Concealed carry is a method of carrying a firearm that is done for self protection. It is not because concealed carriers are out in the world hoping to hurt or […]
Man Already Wanted For Parole Allegedly Breaks Into Home, Shot By Homeowner
PAHRUMP, NEVADA — A man has been taken into custody after allegedly attempting to break into a Nevada homeowner’s residence, according to reports. Shawn Richard, 48, was already wanted for breaking his parole, according to Fox News. According to Fox, authorities reported that Richard entered the residence in question and made some noise in the […]
What Is Constitutional Carry?
Half of the United States are constitutional carry states, if you count by state rather than by population. But what is constitutional carry? Is it actually a good thing? We’re going to take a look at these questions below. What Is Constitutional Carry? Constitutional carry, as an idea, is the recognition of the fact the […]
5 Self Defense Tools You Can Carry All the Time
It’s no secret that crime is on the rise. Being a victim of violent crime isn’t inevitable, but it’s far more likely than we’d like to think or admit. As responsibly-armed citizens, we have an imperative to differentiate ourselves between victims and defenders when we can. The best thing we can do is prepare. We […]
What the Hell’s a Tactical Pen?
Let’s be real. “Tactical Pen” is a weird name. Maybe you just got one for Christmas. Maybe you think it could possibly serve you as a self defense tool. Maybe you heard someone make reference to one and wondered What the hell is that? Whatever your reasons, it’s time you learned exactly what the hell […]
“I Only Carry When I Feel the Need” Is An Unacceptable Mindset To Have
It’s easy to think that there’s only a need to carry a firearm in places you don’t know and places that make you feel uncomfortable. It’s an understandable state of mind. Operating this way is completely unacceptable if you want to be a responsibly-armed citizen. We get it. Putting on a gun is just one […]
How Often Should You Clean Your Concealed Carry Handgun?
How often should you clean your every day carry handgun? In a perfect world, each of us is cleaning our concealed carry firearm when we wake up every morning, all throughout the day, and one last time right before we tuck into bed at night. That’s not how the world works. Here’s how often we […]
Top Concealed Carry Locations for Women
As concealed carry grows in popularity, more and more women are taking part of the every day carry lifestyle. Where do women carry concealed firearms? A 2021 survey by The Well Armed Woman sought to find that out, and the answers might surprise you. There are nine carry locations included in the survey results. The […]
How Many People Are Carrying Guns Without a Permit?
While we might be able to do things like track the number of issued carry permits in a given state, not a lot is known about what’s actually taking place on the ground every day. The American Journal of Public Health is trying to change that a little bit at a time, and part of […]