Beginners Guides
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This article was originally published in 2015. Nobody should ever stand out in the open and trade bullets with a bad guy. The second rounds start coming in, it’s well advised to take up some stable amount of cover. But what constitutes cover versus concealment and why is one more advantageous than the other? In…
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There is no better way to secure your carry handgun than with a quality built leather or kydex holster. There is comfort in knowing the trigger is fully covered. It requires a belt for a firm fit. My preferred carry position is 4 o’clock on the hip however many carriers prefer AIWB (appendix inside the…
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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…
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What Exactly Is An Imminent Threat?
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This article was originally published on 08/27/15. In order to discuss the definition of an imminent threat – we have to discuss the legal framework in which it is poised. There are plenty of occasions where the use of force is authorized to a point. Some states have “Stand Your Ground” clauses which dictate that…
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By John Boch via TTAG With all the incidents of anarchy and unrest of late, there’s a chance that someday you or your loved ones could find yourselves on the dangerous end of a mob’s anger. With that in mind and while you can think calmly and without haste, consider what the threshold would be…
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I have been to many gun stores and have experienced poor habits by customers multiple times. Everything from falsely claiming a gun is unloaded to muzzle sweeping other people, I have seen it all. Ask any gun store worker what frustrates them the most and get ready for a long conversation. I understand that people…
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It’s not for everyone, and some people live in a warm climate pretty much all year round. For many, however, they have a gun (or guns) that they designate for winter carry, and others they designate for the summer. First, let’s look at a recent poll that we did on our Facebook page: I’m a…
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Recently, we created a poll on our Facebook page that asked the question; When you holster your firearm, do you look down while doing so? The results: That was a little surprising to us, as we thought the vast majority would say Yes. Anywho, we’re here today with a post from Pew Pew Tactical, and…