Ammunition
5 (More) 9mm Loads to Consider
The 9mm Luger is a great handgun cartridge. It is the single most popular handgun cartridge in the world, and…Read More >
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Ammunition
Review: Hornady Handgun Hunter™ Ammo
A few months ago, Hornady introduced their new Handgun Hunter™ line of handgun ammunition. This loading uses an all-copper bullet…Read More >
Firearms
Best Defensive Shotguns for Older Shooters
When it comes to home defense, the best firearm for most shooters is a shotgun. A handgun is for concealed…Read More >
AR-15s
Why the AR-15 Is My Go-To Rifle for Survival Situations
Have you ever been in a supermarket the day before a hurricane? People go nuts. We start pushing and shoving.…Read More >
Concealed Carry
The Top 15 Most Concealable Semi-Automatic Handguns
The NICS reports nearly 900,000 people filled out a background check form to purchase a handgun in June 2015. As more people than ever are choosing to protect themselves, the more questions we receive on what gun is best for concealed carry. Many factors go in to choosing the right gun. This article compares the smallest of the smallest semiautomatic handguns.
Concealed Carry
The Top 5 Flashlights for Self-Defense
Different people have different ideas when they approach choosing and using flashlights for self-defense. Some people are looking for a…Read More >
Safety and Training
Florida Campus Carry Law: Does It Go Far Enough?
To give a brief recap, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting happened. I think we all know what happened…Read More >
Consumer Information
Have Gun, Will Travel: Transporting Your Handgun Across the United States
Nearly 80 percent of Americans will take a road trip this summer. Do you know how to store your firearm in the different states you will be traveling through? This article is an updated version of one of The Shooter’s Log most popular posts. Have Gun Will Travel… Your Guide to Transporting a Firearm Across the United States.
General
Concealed Carry Choices and Modes
When a new shooter or trainee begins discussing concealed carry, I offer the best advice I am able. One piece…Read More >
Safety and Training
Lessons Learned: Open Carry Gone Awry
If you are going to practice open carry, as a Second Amendment advocate some preparation is in order. Think about the possibility of someone snatching a pistol. Training on avoiding, preventing, and actively stopping disarms is advisable, as this story, turned near tragedy, illustrates.