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  1. Blade Carry Strategies for Warm Weather

    By Michael Janich on Jul 27, 2011 | Rated 9.71

    Concealing a full-sized pistol is more challenging when you ve got less clothing to work with. This is one time when carrying a knife for personal defense is a viable alternative to a gun. A knife is not as potent a weapon, but you can conceal and have it with you even when you re shirtless and down to your swim trunks. Read More »

  2. Why I Died

    By Mike Seeklander on May 25, 2011 | Rated 9.88

    As I lay there mortally wounded, with my life slipping away, I could not help remembering the words of the instructor who had taught my concealed carry class. Read More »

  3. The Concealed Carry Trap

    By Mike Seeklander on Mar 29, 2011 | Rated 9.21

    Most students who graduate from a concealed carry course don't know what they don't know. Thinking that a carry class will prepare them for lethal combat on the street is a dangerous mistake to make. Read More »

  4. Know the Law: Part 2

    By Lt David L Williams on Dec 30, 2010 | Rated 9.54

    Most states require suspects to meet four criteria before you can use deadly force against them. They are intent, apparent ability, opportunity and jeopardy. The court will also look at three guidelines you must meet to use deadly force. Read More »

  5. Know the Law: Part 1

    By Lt David L Williams on Dec 10, 2010 | Rated 9.55

    What are the legal aspects of using deadly force? As a legally armed citizen, it is your responsibility to know those guidelines before you carry a gun for personal defense. Read More »

  6. Deadly Force Decisions: The First Step

    By Lt David L Williams on Nov 09, 2010 | Rated 9.84

    If you carry a gun for personal defense, you must be fully prepared for an armed confrontation. The first step is to ask yourself one simple question: Am I prepared to kill another human in self-defense? Read More »

  7. The Revolver: Unappreciated Advantages

    By Grant Cunningham on Jan 13, 2010 | Rated 9.33

    I'm sure you've heard it before: someone asks, "Which is better: revolver or autoloader?" Everyone chimes in that revolvers are more reliable and simpler to operate. Read on to hear both sides. Read More »




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