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Handheld versus Rail-Mounted: Crimson Trace Introduces Laserguard for Ruger LCP II

Handheld versus Rail-Mounted: Crimson Trace Introduces Laserguard for Ruger LCP II

The debate between rail-mounted options for lights for handguns or handheld is similar to asking: What came first? The chicken or the egg? It’s a topic that can make even the calmest pistoleros wound up. Luckily companies like CrimsonTrace, Viridian, Laserlight and many others offer high-quality options for whatever a shooter’s preference may be.

The CZ Shadow 2: A 9mm Mag-Dump Machine — Full Review

The CZ Shadow 2: A 9mm Mag-Dump Machine — Full Review

The CZ-75 is a legendary handgun design. It is to Eastern Europe what the 1911 is to the west in many ways. The iconic design and silhouette became the ubiquitous standard image of “handgun” on the other side of the iron curtain like the Browning classic Gov’t model did over here.

HK VP9SK 9mm: The Long Awaited VP9 Mini-Me - Full Review

HK VP9SK 9mm: The Long Awaited VP9 Mini-Me – Full Review

The VP9 is not really all that large a pistol, but it is a full duty-sized gun. And while some folks can and do carry it concealed, I prefer something much smaller for everyday carry. I don’t want my life or my wardrobe to revolve around my carry gun. So, for those of us who are average height and build, and wear normal clothing, a smaller version is much appreciated!

Gunfight Science: Gun Malfunction Busting Tips/Tactics

Gunfight Science: Gun Malfunction Busting Tips/Tactics

In the realm of defensive handgun the most commonly neglected area is in weapon manipulations for malfunctions and reloads. Many people are exceptional shots, but if their gun goes unexpectedly quiet, an internal “oh crap” surfaces and the scramble begins.

A New Line of Cabot 1911s--SHOT Show 2015

Top Five Reasons to Carry a 1911

I’ve got really good reasons to choose a 1911 for concealed carry. Here are my top five.

9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 6 Red Dots vs Iron Sights

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.

Ep. 27 Should I Shoot? If You Fail to Train, You May Fail to Fight

Korwin: Gun Training Good. Forced Training Bad.

If you come out against mandatory gun training you are pilloried, and verbally attacked by leftists and other malcontents, and plenty of people who believe they support gun rights.

Gunfight Science: One Handed Shooting

Gunfight Science: One Handed Shooting

In the world of defensive handguns, those serious about the art are always practicing for worst case scenarios. While we would hope that we would have sufficient time to secure a good grip etc., hope is not a course of action. We must focus on the “what if” situations. One that does not get as much attention as it should is single handed, support side shooting.

9 Critical Concealed Carry Lessons: Ep. 5 Holster Selection & Where to 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.

Top Five Lessons Learned in Training

Top Five Lessons Learned in Training

Loading up snap caps and starting from a self-induced malfunction allows you to get a feel for handling your gun when something goes wrong.