The last thing we’re going to discuss in this series is what caliber? And what ammunition? This is probably the most hotly debated topic amongst concealed carriers, and it is sure to draw the ire of at least half of our audience. No one wants to acknowledge that they made a poor choice — or [...]
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9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 8 Training Program
Learning to be competent with a gun isn’t rocket science, but it is going to require some hard work on your part. And there are no shortcuts.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 7 Truck Guns
A controversial topic to some, this week we are going to talk about the truck gun concept.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 6 Red Dots vs Iron Sights
As we sit here in 2017, there probably isn’t a bigger controversy than whether an electronic red dot sight is acceptable for concealed carry.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 5 Holster Selection & Where to Carry
Worst case scenario with strong side, a negligent discharge blows my butt cheek off. Not fun for certain, but not likely to kill me. Appendix, you are playing with coffin nails.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 4 Lights and Lasers!
For the first time in history, in Special Operations Forces at least, the majority of the killing was done in the dark — with lasers.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 3 Fighting with Edged Weapons
I tell my students, “There are no professionals left when it comes to knives, myself included. But plenty of amateurs get it right every day. Put the stabby part in the other guy. Don’t let him put the stabby part in you.”
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 2 Revolver or Pistol for CCW?
I have always carried autos, but that is as much a training scar as a lifestyle choice.
9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 1 Stop The Nonsense!
The barrier to entry for a reliable, functional, concealed carry setup is not that high. At no point will you need a thousand dollar ninja star.
Which Revolver Caliber Is Best for Concealed Carry?
Revolvers built for self-defense are chambered in a wide variety of calibers. From mousey 22 LR and 22 Magnum rimfire (pass on these puny calibers) and oddball calibers like 327 Federal Magnum on up to the old standbys, 38 Special, and 357 Magnum.