• BEGINNERS: Practicing One-Handed Shooting Is Important And Here’s Why

    By Robert Farago via The Truth About Guns It’s a handgun. Not a “hands gun.” As anyone who’s tried to get a two-handed grip on a small revolver will tell you, a pistol is designed to be used with one hand. Yes, there are any number of handguns that can be shot comfortably and more accurately with two…

  • [VIDEO] 10 Good Habits That Every Concealed Carrier Should Adopt

    TheFireArmGuy does it again with a quick and excellent video that points out 10 good habits that every single person who carries a firearm should be doing. We’ll highlight each item below, in order, but urge you to watch the video to get all the details on each habit. Do you agree with Dan’s list?…

  • Breaking The Law: What Should We Do When Encountering A “Gun Free Zone” While Carrying?

    Editorial Note: This article was written based on a large demand to cover the topic. While we are indeed covering this topic, Concealed Nation’s stance is to abide by all Local, State and Federal laws. We do not condone breaking the law, even if we feel that law is unjust. Instead, we advocate and push…

  • [VIDEO] Use This Trick To Get Squeaky Clean Slide Rails When Cleaning Your Pistol

    While cleaning pistols, a lot of people neglect an important part of the firearm; the slide rails. A lot of stuff can build up inside the rails, and it’s important to keep them clean and well lubricated. Today, we’ll take a look at a quick, easy and effective way of giving them an extremely thorough…

  • Getting Dressed Up All Fancy?  Keep Carrying With These Concealed Carry Tips For Formal Attire

    Tuxedos and formal business attire are the hallmarks of looking classy in society.  In this article, we’ll talk about some tips that will help you dress for success, look your best, and carry on. Tip 1: Limited Space To Conceal? Downsize Your Carry Handgun James Bond is a fictional character but there’s a pretty decent…

  • [VIDEO] What To Look For When Buying A Used Handgun

    Our friend and YouTuber TheFireArmGuy sure does have some great video content, and many times the topics are things that we may not consider. In this video, he touches on 5 different things that you should be looking out for when purchasing a used handgun. In other words, don’t get ripped off! Check out the video…

  • If You’re Doing Concealed Carry Right, Here Are 5 Mistakes You Should Never Be Making

    By Michael Jenkins via USA Carry When I read online discussions about concealed carry, I’m both impressed by the depth of knowledge of the hive mind and by some glaring omissions in the discussion. The gaps tend to fit a broader pattern I’ve noticed, and with which regular readers—if there are such things—will be familiar.…

  • Federal Concealed Carry Permits? Do They Exist For Citizens?

    We get asked this question a lot.  Is there a way, essentially, to get a concealed carry permit that’s valid through all 50 states and the District of Columbia? Outside of the Second Amendment? Law enforcement officers are covered under an act known as LEOSA or the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act.  This entitles many…

  • Responsible Gun Owners Don’t Return To A Conflict

    By Robert Farago via The Truth About Guns The rules on justifiable homicide vary from state to state. Take the time to Google and read your state’s laws. Generally speaking, you are OK to shoot someone in self-defense if that person poses an imminent, credible threat of death or grievous bodily harm. But there are…