Tag: Personal Defense and Protection

Defending and Protecting Yourself, Family and Property

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Tan box of Hornaday Buckshot with red lettering on a white background

Ammunition

Using the Shotgun and Shotgun Loads

There are three ranges of the shotgun: short, medium and far, also known as A, B and C ranges. You have to know which is the likely engagement range and plan from there. The intended use of the shotgun has much bearing on the load you choose and the details in this article steer you in the right direction.

Taupe GLOCK 37 barrel pointed to the left on a white background

Firearms

GLOCK 37 .45 GAP

In today’s world, it is easier to introduce new cartridges, although those cartridges need certain traits to remain popular. The .45 GLOCK Auto Pistol is powerful, reliable and useful. And its niche fills a real need. Read this article for the details you’ll need to make a decision on whether this is the right handgun for you.

Dark gray Remington 870 on a white background

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.”

Modified SIG Fastback, barrel pointed to the left on a white background

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.

Safety and Training

What I Carry When I Fly

When I fly, I try to stay protected, as always, but I’m obviously limited in what I can bring. The thing is, most people don’t realize there are still a lot of self-defense items you can legally carry onto a plane.

Black dual holster with 2 brown gripped pistols on a white background

Concealed Carry

Heavy Insurance: The 1911 for Concealed Carry

When it comes to efficiency, the 1911 stands alone. When you choose the 1911 as a concealed carry handgun, you must think ahead, purchase the best concealment leather gear and consider the whole picture. Read this article to learn the details of why the 1911 is great insurance.

Two stacked revolvers, a four inch .38 on top and a 1930s Colt Tactical on the bottom. Both have black grips and a dark charcoal-colored body, barrels pointed to the right

Firearms

Tactical Pistols

Tactical pistols need specific features and functions to serve you well. Read this post to learn what to look for and why training is essential.

Two men, one a young blond in grey t-shirt, the other gray haired in a green tshirt, use a Commander .45 to practice, practice, practice.

Firearms

Choosing a Defensive Handgun

There are a lot of factors when choosing a handgun to protect you and your family. First and foremost is picking the right handgun for your size and needs, then training and practice. In this article you’ll discover perfect way to test out a potential fit before shelling out hundreds of dollars and recommendations on some of the best handguns for personal defense .