Ah, yes, the venerable 22 Long Rifle. I shot my first ground hog with that cartridge. Growing up in rural farm country, there was no end to the critters that were dispatched with rifles chambered in 22 Long Rifle. Despite the small projectile, typically something in the 36-40 grain range, 22 Long Rifle is surprisingly... Continue Reading →
There are two quips in the firearms world that I absolutely disdain: First, this gem of institutionalized stagnation: “slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” Say what, now? Slow is slow. The intended meaning behind this is probably better explained as, “efficiency of movement leads to speed.” The second quip that I hate even more is:... Continue Reading →
Just as AIWB carry demands specifically-designed holsters, for best results one should also use AIWB-specific mag carriers. With the increase in AIWB carry among concealed carriers in the past decade we do have far more to choose from in this regard. A foremost feature of a mag carrier designed for this position is the ability... Continue Reading →
While it may seem counter-intuitive, holsters that are longer in length actually work better for appendix-position concealment than do shorter holsters, for most individuals. My primary carry gun is a Glock 26, which has a comparatively short barrel at only 3.5 inches, but I use the Phlster Pro holster (highly recommended) which accommodates up to... Continue Reading →
I am not sure why so many gun carriers still resist the very notion of also carrying OC (pepper) spray. For some reason, many can’t come to grips with the fact that they are two different tools, designed for two different reasons. Here we go, class: A firearm is for defending yourself or another innocent... Continue Reading →
The ballistic effectiveness of the snub revolver is particularly influenced by ammunition selection. The short barrel length of the snub, which is generally two-inches or less, drastically reduces the velocity of even the hotter loads in 38 Special, 32 H&R Magnum, and any other common revolver cartridges. Essentially, even hollow point bullets from 38+P loads... Continue Reading →
I recently assistant-instructed a course for brand new, many first time, shooters. I did the same in the fall of last year. We do these classes with an instructor working with three or four students at a time. Such classes need a high instructor-to-student ratio. These were my first experiences working with complete novice practitioners... Continue Reading →
We have all heard the advice to “carry as much gun as you can,” or “carry the biggest gun you can,” and the like. There is obvious merit to this sentiment, as generally larger pistols are more capable and more shootable. However, there are variables and there is nuance. For example, most modern shooters can... Continue Reading →
Of Note: I wrote this article before war broke out, which now consists of heightened terror threat in the homeland. That rather illustrates my point concerning complacency, does it not? The homicide rate significantly fell in 2025. This is likely due to a combination of enhanced policy crackdowns with illegal immigration, as well as the... Continue Reading →
Years ago, I was convinced that any man who wore sweatpants, or draw-string shorts, or any garment other than pants with a proper belt, was deficient in defensive tools, as well as character. Yes, a rather critical opinion. I even said as much in an article I wrote for Concealed Nation back then, lambasting the... Continue Reading →
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