Concealed Carry
Everyday Carry Gear: Where to Begin
A handgun carried concealed affords the user a great deal of security and peace of mind. In recent months, many…Read More >
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Concealed Carry
The 5 Best Ruger Pistols for Concealed Carry
I will start out by tackling the caliber gorilla in the room. Yes, some of us carry .44 Magnums as…Read More >
Firearms
G42 Review: GLOCK’s Small Yet Reliable Pistol
Most of the reviews I do here for Cheaper Than Dirt grow from a personal interest in the product, not…Read More >
General
Chief of Police Requires “Essay” to Obtain CCW
There are sheriffs who support and even encourage gun ownership and use among their citizens, but not Lowell Massachusetts. In fact, when you apply for an unrestricted right-to-carry firearm permit you be slapped with over $1,000 in fees and the most bizarre requirement you have ever heard of. Read the full story for more details.
Blades and Knives
EDC—Everyday Carry
Everyone’s choice is different when it comes to their EDC—everyday carry gear. From the bare essentials—a gun, knife and light—to primary gun and a backup gun—whatever you choose should be dependable, reliable and easily fit in your pockets or bag. Rather you are just starting out in concealed carry or an old pro looking to upgrade your equipment and would like to see what everyone else is carrying; I got six anonymous men to snap a picture of their EDC. How does yours compare?
General
Top-5 Cheaper Than Dirt! Facebook Posts as of August 3, 2013
Our friends on the Cheaper Than Dirt! Facebook page Liked these items recently. Women’s Wednesday is back! (July 24, 1188…Read More >
Firearms
Top 10 Apps for Concealed Carry
We do not have reciprocity for concealed carry like drivers licenses, so your smartphone or tablet can be one of the best devices to keep you safe and out of handcuffs. Here is a list of 10 of the leading CCW apps.
Concealed Carry
Considerations for Concealed Carry Handguns
If you ask ten gun store clerks about the best possible concealed carry handgun, you’ll probably get ten different answers. It is a confusing market with a myriad of players and they all claim to have the best of the best. A good place to start when thinking about carrying concealed is finding that perfect balance between handgun size and caliber. Deciding on a concealed carry handgun can be a daunting task. Know what to look for will make your buying choice easier.
Reviews
M&P Shield: What’s So Great About It?
Overall S&W built the gun very well—but not perfect. As expected, they added features consistent with what the concealed carry market demands. The first thing you notice when handling a Shield is how thin it is.
Firearms
Carrying at Work
It ultimately falls on us as citizens choose for ourselves what environments we work in. If you want to carry at work, remember to check your company’s rules to find out when you may or may not carry.