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August 25, 2023

Handgun Sizes Explained

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

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 18, 2023

Ways To Conceal Carry

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

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

By McKenzie Hanson No Comments

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

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July 28, 2023

Leupold vs. Vortex – Optics Brand Comparison

Leupold vs. Vortex: two major players in the optics game but what are the differences between the two and which…

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July 28, 2023 by Dave Z
Categories Competition, 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
Categories Self-Defense
June 23, 2023

Revolver vs. Pistol

Revolver vs. pistol: is one better for self-defense? That’s the first question you have to ask yourself before choosing a…

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June 23, 2023 by Dave Z
Categories Range Training, Self-Defense
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
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