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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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February 9, 2024

9mm vs. .45 ACP – Caliber Comparison

The 9mm vs. .45 ACP debate is a contentious one among shooters. These two pistol calibers, created within four years…

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December 18, 2024February 9, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
February 1, 2024

Best 9mm Ammo

Whether you’re gearing up for range day or loading your pistol for self defense, you want to be sure you’re…

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February 1, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Competition, Range Training, Self-Defense
January 12, 2024

.380 vs. 9mm – Caliber Comparison

When choosing a gun for self defense, many shooters find themselves comparing the .380 vs. 9mm. Many of the popular…

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October 9, 2024January 12, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
January 3, 2024

Most Common Ammo – Top Calibers

If you’re considering buying your first gun, you may be wondering what the most common ammo available is. Shooting a…

Jan. 03, 2024No comments

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January 3, 2024 by McKenzie Hanson
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
December 8, 2023

Vertx Everyday Fanny Pack Review – Lena Miculek’s CCW Fanny Pack

The Vertx Everyday Fanny Pack is a simple, unassuming fanny pack designed for carrying a pistol.  In an effort to…

Dec. 08, 2023No comments

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December 8, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories Self-Defense
November 13, 2023

Pistol Shooting Competitions – Guide to the Shooting Sports

There’s no better way to become a better handgun shooter than by participating in pistol shooting competitions. Competing in matches…

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November 13, 2023 by McKenzie Hanson
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Categories Competition
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:…

Sep. 08, 2023No comments

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