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 →
I admit, I have not carried a gun on strong side while out in public in, literally, years. I find AIWB carry superior for a variety of reasons. And, I would say that a majority of squared-away guys now carry AIWB, the concealment and speed benefits begin obvious. So, carrying on the side of your... Continue Reading →
I like guns, just like the next guy. As shooters, there is an inclination to acquire gear. It seems boring to use only one kind of gun when we have so much to choose from. Between all the Glocks, M&Ps, Staccatos, Walthers, and every other great thing, gotta have’m all, right? The problem remains that... Continue Reading →
Several months ago I wrote an article entitled Handgun Training for Worst Case Scenario. In that article I addressed my take on the seemingly inevitable large-scale, coordinated, terror attack that we are due for thanks to years of an unsecured border and immigration system. I anticipate such an attack will be similar to the Mumbai... Continue Reading →
I have carried AIWB almost exclusively for many years now. However, I carried strong-side for a long time before that. This probably dates me, but my first real carry setup was a full-size 1911 in an OWB leather holster, strong-side-hip, under unbuttoned, open-front shirts. I later moved to a Glock 19, strong-side, inside the waistband,... Continue Reading →
I want to address a very important skill pertaining to the safe and effective use of the handgun: mating the dominant and support hand close to the body. I see this principle get violated, often, in classes. Joining the hands on the gun in space is bad practice as it inhibits performance, but more importantly,... Continue Reading →
Ankle carry blows for carrying your only gun under most circumstances, although, while seated, it can work quite well. Otherwise, I don’t like it for carrying my primary on-person firearm. Years ago, I often ankle carried to accommodate deep concealment needs while in non-permissive dress, such as wearing a suit. I no longer bother with... Continue Reading →
As the world devolves into violence, and there is certainly an increase in violence over the past several years on the streets of the United States thanks to soft-on-crime political stupidity, the prepared citizen should focus on the tools and skills that matter most. I have been one of the more vocal trainers and writers... Continue Reading →
Pertaining to the use of the pistol, efficiency of movement separates high performers from casual shooters. This is not unique to shooting; all high-end athletes focus on making their movement efficient. In particular, I want to speak to movement in the draw from concealment, as this is a skillset that is rife with excess movement... Continue Reading →
Following on last week’s theme of relevant training, here we will further define the training needs of armed citizens. The economy is bad, as anyone who thinks rather than feels realizes. People have far less disposable income across the board compared to pre-Covid and pre-Biden administration. When disposable income is not there, few people actively... Continue Reading →
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