Concealed Carry

Cheap Life Insurance — The Rumorings of Ol’ Bob

By Bob Campbell   December 9, 2016

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There have always been more cheap guns than good guns in my opinion, and the same is true today. Likewise, there have always been very few inexpensive but good guns. Sometimes when looking over the choices in handguns the heavy hitter may say, ‘What is your life worth?’ This is true enough, but many of us cannot afford an expensive firearm despite our best intentions. Read the full story for the pros and cons of picking your self-defense handgun.

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Firearms

Throwback Thursday: The SIG P320 Striker Fired 9mm Handgun

By Wilburn Roberts   December 8, 2016

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SIG modified the basic design of the hammer-fired SIG P250 to create the SIG P320. Advantages of the P320 include a faster lock time, smoother trigger action and greater practical accuracy. For those preferring ease of maintenance, a simple operating mechanism, and SIG reliability in worst-case scenarios the P320 is an excellent choice, but is it right for you? Read the story to find out.

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Firearms

Video: IWI Jericho 941 FS Pistol

By CTD Blogger   December 7, 2016

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Based on the time-tested and proven reliability of the CZ-75 pistol, the IWI Jericho 941 FS handgun is sure to offer the shooter years and years of service. Using the popular and widely available 9mm Luger chambering, this double-action recoil-operated handgun has a 16-round capacity, slim polymer stocks and a steel frame for low recoil and easy handling. Watch this informative walk through of one the hottest pistols on the market.

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Hunting and Outdoors

Take Care of Your Best Hunting Buddy When the Temperature Drops

By CTD Blogger   December 2, 2016

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As avid waterfowl hunters, we’re surrounded with an onslaught of information on how to keep safe and warm in the nastiest, late-season conditions. But what about our number one hunting companion: our retrievers? What special considerations must be made for them?

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Firearms

Review: Smith and Wesson M&P Bodyguard Crimson Trace .38 Spl Revolver

By CTD Blogger   November 29, 2016

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“From pistols designed for concealed carry to modern sporting rifles, all M&P firearms are jam packed with power, performance, and protection. Delivering superior products with versatile, easy-to-customize features, M&P adds undeniable value to every shooting experience. The .38 Bodyguard ups the bar for concealed-carry revolver performance.” That’s some pretty fancy marketing speak from Smith and Wesson. However, the author is ready to back that up and more with his review.

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Concealed Carry

U.S. Law Shield: Florida Good Samaritan Analysis: Licensed Carrier Saves Deputy

By Woody   November 28, 2016

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A good samaritan saw an assault on a police officer and decided to intervene. He approached the fight, drew his firearm—which he legally possessed—and ordered the suspect to stop what he was doing multiple times. When the suspect didn’t, the good samaritan shot three times, resulting in the death of the suspect. Was this good samaritan justified or guilty of a crime?

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General

NSSF: HUNT S.A.F.E. . . . Hunting Checklist for Families

By CTD Blogger   November 25, 2016

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Hunting is a rich tradition, often passed down from family members to the next generation. The time may come when it’s your turn to introduce your children to this unique, exciting experience. Start by sharing stories about exploring the outdoors, outsmarting the game or even your first hunt; and please remember that safety should be part of every conversation about hunting and firearm use. The most important part of sharing this experience with your loved ones is ensuring they understand that proper precautions and responsible use of firearms can help make every hunting trip safe, fun and memorable. Don’t know where to start? Use the following checklist as your guide.

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Safety and Training

What’s In Your “Crash Box”?

By CTD Blogger   November 24, 2016

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If the blaring sound of your alarm doesn’t deter the criminal, and you’re trying to gather your family members in a bedroom to keep them safe, you need to ensure that whatever room you end up in has the proper supplies to protect you until the police arrive… And that’s where the Crash Box comes in. A Crash Box is simply a fancy name for a safe that is in the bedroom (or in every bedroom) that has the necessary supplies to fend off an intruder. It’s a medium-sized safe, not a gigantic gun safe that is going to take you forever to open, but it could mean the difference between life and death.

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General

NRA: Flawed Study Takes Aim at “Stand Your Ground”

By CTD Blogger   November 23, 2016

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Donald Trump won the election, which has allowed many to conclude that the Second Amendment dodged an anti-gun bullet. You may agree or disagree, but one thing is for sure, the anti gunners have not given up their agenda—in the United States and across the pond. In a recent article published by the NRA, the Journal of the American Medical Association’s (JAMA) takes aim at Florida’s Stand Your Ground law.

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Firearms

Review: Savage Arms .308 Model 11 Scout Rifle

By Major Pandemic   November 22, 2016

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Despite being quite old, the scout rifle concept—originally developed by Jeff Cooper—is still very hot. Ruger’s versions are reportedly still selling well on the retail shelves and now Savage Arms has joined in with its own Model 11 Scout Rifle offering. So, let’s jump in with both feet for a head-to-head comparison between the Savage and Ruger offerings, because after all, buyers will on the showroom floor.

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