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Firearms

Remington 870: The Big Gun

There are many guns and only one big gun. When it comes to personal defense against man or beast, the shotgun rules and the right shotgun and ammunition mean a lot. Read this article for which one counts as the “big gun.”

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Firearms

SIG’s Racy Fastback

Racy, with exciting performance, the SIG Fastback is a first-class 1911 .45 with much to recommend. Accuracy is excellent, and it is a handgun that provides real protection. We share why it’s such a good option in this article.

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Camping & Survival

Five Steps to Staying Safe During Civil Unrest

Unfortunately, we live in a world were bad people take advantage of vulnerable situations. Peaceful demonstrations can turn violent in seconds—it takes just a few angry folks to turn a bunch into a mob. The recent Ferguson, Missouri riots and protests have shown how looting can damage a community. Many preppers believe civil and social unrest is right around the corner. Are you prepared? Here are five steps to prep for riots, looting, civil and social disorder and even mild protests. These five steps will help you secure your home, keep you safe and tell you what you need to know for hunkering down at home.

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Range Reports

The Merits of the Full-Sized CZ 75 for Home Defense

Even though smaller handguns may look easier to handle, the shorter barrels and lighter weights of pocket pistols actually make perceived recoil worse. Though full-sized semi-automatic handguns are more difficult to conceal for women, they make excellent home defense guns. Due to the full-sized, all-metal frame of the CZ 75, I can shoot incredibly accurately with it. In this article, I explore the merits of a full-sized 9mm pistol for home defense.

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Firearms

Taurus Tracker .357 Magnum 7-shot: A New Baseline for Revolvers

The Taurus Tracker 627SS is a versatile, powerful revolver that handles multiple loads and situations. The Taurus-patented Ribber grips keep your hand right where it needs to be, the versatile options for ammo cover you in many situations (whether taking down an animal in the woods or the robber coming through your window) and the 7 shots give you one more safety option. Read this article for details on adding this revolver to your arsenal.

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Firearms

Golden Guns for Everyone: The Orthopedic Winners

There are many ways and options to keep shooting even when you have a disability, whether because your joints cannot handle the recall or your vision is not what it used to be. Check out this post for options that keep you shooting whether in self defense, at the range or in the woods.

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Firearms

Why I Love the AR-15: A Woman’s Perspective

It wasn’t that long ago when it felt like the AR-15 rifle was purchased exclusively by men. Sure, we would shoot our husband’s, boyfriend’s or guy friend’s, but up until about a year ago, not one woman shooter I know had purchased her own AR-15. Now I know plenty who researched, picked out and own their very own AR-15. Rough estimates put the AR-15 as the most commonly owned firearm and favorite rifle in America and I know why. I love the AR-15.