Insights
Just Got Your First Gun? Now What? Safety Tips and Considerations for New Shooters
There are many aspects to owning and operating a firearm safely. It requires dedication and training, but you are equal to the task. Firearms ownership is your right as an American, but doing it safely is your responsibility and yours alone.
Lessons and Lore from Elmer Keith
In the modern tactical and self-defense training world, a lof of discussion seems like knowledge that’s just been discovered in the last 20 years. Well, I hate to tell you, but it’s all been said before. The old saying, “If you want to learn something new, read an old book,” holds very true in the firearms field. Do yourself a favor and read Elmer Keith's classing shooting book, “Sixguns by Keith.”
Active Shooter Training: Are You Training for The Unthinkable?
In this day and age, training to respond to senseless violence is essential. Here are some things to think about when conducting active shooter training.
Single-Shot Guns and Self Defense: Why Firepower Matters
Single-shot firearms are great. They’re accurate, simple to use, and often less expensive than repeating firearms. They also lend themselves to building good shooting skills since you tend to shoot better when you know you don’t get a second shot. But they are not the best self-defense choice.
GunMag 101: Holster Terminology
If you aren't familiar with common holster terminology, it can be daunting to find the perfect holster for your needs. Use our handy holster terminology guide to navigate your way through holster ads and reviews.
Pop Cans and BB Guns: A Classic Rite of Passage
When you hand that BB gun to your kid for the first time, you remember your own excitement and eagerness to go shoot at some pop cans. But there's more to it than that; you're handing your kid the opportunity to start learning the basics of safe firearm handling.
Guns and Yoga: The Perfect Match
Did you know that the practice of yoga can translate to a better gun game whether you're a defensive shooter, competitor, or long-range marksman? That might come as a surprise, but it's true.
Sighting In a Scope? Here Are 5 Things You Need
Sighting in a scope or red dot is not hard, but you may be surprised at how much easier the job is when you incorporate this gear into the process. Not only that, you'll save time and ammunition, too.
Ammo prices today make shooters grit their teeth, but ammo prices today are pretty darn good compared to how inflation has hit other consumer goods. Yes, I remember that a quarter century ago we could buy 10 rounds of Winchester White Box 9mm for $10 at the big box store. But we have to consider inflation.
A Case for Revolvers From a Semi-Automatic Polymer Fan
Many would argue that the day of the revolver is gone, but with magazine limits, personal preferences, and personal physical requirements the revolver is still a viable option.