Home Defense: The Best Offense May be a Good Defense
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, offense is the means or method of attacking, while defense is the capability of resisting attack. In a lawful society, few would argue that defense is preferable to offense.
The M16 and AK-47: A Cold War Retrospective
The AK-47 and the AR-15 are two of the world's most popular firearm platforms. Developed during the Cold War, both systems have seen significant battlefield service in most major conflicts since the Vietnam War. But why do they remain so popular?
A Beginner’s Guide to Holsters
Finding the right holster can be very daunting, especially for someone new to the industry. My hope is to eliminate some of the uneasiness and make it a bit easier to find the right holster.
Malfunctions: A Deeper Dive into Diagnostics Under Stress
Malfunctions in semi-automatic handguns can be classified into five categories or events. We train these as F2 (Type 1: failure to feed or fire), E2 (Type 2: failure to eject or extract), and D2 (Type 3: double feed). Although there are five major causes of a malfunction, there are only two techniques for clearing these malfunctions.
Gaston Glock 1929-2023: A Life of Impact
Gaston Glock was born in Vienna, Austria on July 19, 1929, and became an engineer after World War II. In his early career, he focused on plastic and metal products, including curtain rods and knives for the Austrian military. At the age of 52, Glock turned his attention to handguns, applying for an Austrian patent for the Glock 17 in 1981 in response to a procurement request by the Austrian Military for a new handgun.
The Other Person and the Importance of Self-defense Pre-planning
We are rarely alone in our daily lives. A complete self-defense plan requires others work with, not against, your response when in danger.
The Guns of Battlestar Galactica
While Battlestar Galactica is what many consider true science fiction, the show used a surprising number of modern firearms over the course of four seasons. Here's a look at the guns of a science fiction classic.
Shotgun 101: Is a Shotgun the Right Defensive Gun For First-Time Gun Owners?
The shotgun is a versatile platform. However, the shotgun may not be the best choice for first time gun owners. Here are the pros and cons to owning a shotgun for personal defense.
Computer Versus a 12 Gauge Shotgun: An Examination of Cover and Concealment
Can a computer provide cover in a defensive scenario? Probably not. But why not test the theory?
Nerf Guns and Firearm Safety: Transitioning from Toys to Firearms
Many of us want to pass on our love for shooting sports to our kids. How do we go about it? For my son, it started with nerf guns and transitioned to real firearms. Here's how we made it work.