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Writer Profile: McKenzie Hanson

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McKenzie first became interested in guns as a teenager when her uncle, a firearms instructor at a large training facility, introduced her to shooting. Once she turned 21, she began training at her local range and bought her first to gun to carry for self defense. Since then, she’s worked many years behind the gun counter, at gun shows, and as a range officer. In her spare time, McKenzie likes to shoot USPSA, Steel Challenge, and NRL22 matches.

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September 8, 2023

SKS vs. AK-47 – Rifle Rundown

If you’ve ever browsed your local gun shop or gun show, you’ve likely come across two examples of Soviet firepower:…

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September 8, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories History, Range Training, Self-Defense
August 25, 2023

Handgun Sizes Explained

When choosing a gun for concealed carry, you’ll want to consider the different handgun sizes available. Pistols come in several…

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August 27, 2023August 25, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
August 18, 2023

Ways To Conceal Carry

One of the many things to learn as a new gun owner is all of the different ways to conceal…

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August 18, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Self-Defense
August 4, 2023

.38 Special vs. .40 S&W: Caliber Comparison

Two popular self defense rounds a shooter might compare when choosing a round to carry are the .38 Special vs.…

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August 4, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories History, Range Training, Self-Defense
July 12, 2023

Galco FasTrax PAC Review: CCW Fanny Pack

The Galco FasTrax PAC is a concealed carry fanny pack that gives shooters the ability to carry a gun without…

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July 12, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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June 16, 2023

.38 Special vs. .45 ACP Caliber Comparison

Two common self defense rounds a shooter might choose between are the .38 Special vs. .45 ACP. Both rounds originated…

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June 16, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories History, Self-Defense
May 19, 2023

Best .38 Special Ammo for Snubbies

If you’re new to carrying a snub-nosed revolver, you’re likely wondering what the best .38 Special ammo for snubbies is.…

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May 19, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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