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Jan 214 min read
5 things to buy before you get another gun
Let’s be real, buying a new gun is exciting. I get it, and I’ve got more than a few myself. But before we buy yet another Glock or...


Jan 84 min read
Flying with firearms and keeping your skills up on the road
Stay sharp on the road and learn how to fly with a firearm safely.


Dec 30, 20244 min read
Lead Exposure in Shooting: Why It Matters and How to Protect Your Family
Lead Exposure in Shooting: Why It Matters and How to Protect Your Family Lead exposure is one of those risks we don't often think about...

Apr 10, 202412 min read
The Real Story Behind the Coeur d'Alene ISIS Terrorist
Just in case you missed the news, on April 6th, 2024, an ISIS terrorist was arrested in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho by the FBI. The man had...


Dec 20, 20233 min read
5 Things you can do over the winter to become a better shooter
Snow and colder temperatures are here, and for many people that means no more trips to the range. Even if the weather outside is...


Dec 6, 20233 min read
5 Cheap Items to add to your car emergency kit this winter
Winter is upon us and the temperatures are starting to drop. If you happen to live in a more temperate climate this might not mean much...


Nov 9, 20233 min read
Why a "Good guy with a gun" isn't always the answer
I see it all the time, the answer to stopping mass shooters is a "good guy with a gun", but who is that proverbial good guy with a gun?...


Oct 15, 20237 min read
So you've got a gun...now what?
So you have a gun now, either fresh from the gun store, or maybe it is still sitting in the box from when you got it, and you've never...


Sep 25, 20234 min read
Concealed carry - It's about more than being able to shoot
I had a student today who really reminded me that carrying a gun to protect yourself requires much more than simply knowing how to shoot....


Sep 20, 20235 min read
No training, no gear - How to be your own first responder
In my last article, I talked about the difference you can make with basic medical training. Having training and equipment like...


Sep 19, 20233 min read
What to do in an emergency (without your gun!)
I might be a firearm instructor, but I'll be the first to admit a firearm is very rarely the correct tool for the job. I like to think of...


Aug 3, 20234 min read
How to introduce the woman in your life to shooting
Alright guys, this one is for you. Have you ever wanted to share your interest in firearms with a woman in your life? Whether it is to...


Jul 29, 20234 min read
You Are Never Defenseless
In my last article I talked about how you are never helpless, with two examples of people who persevered through incredible odds. This...


Jul 19, 20235 min read
You Are Never Helpless
This post isn't about guns or gear, but something that is just as important in keeping you safe, and that's your mindset. In studying...


Jul 18, 20233 min read
The perfect beginner gun?
When you are first starting out with firearms it can be a bit bewildering picking your first gun. My recommendation for new shooters is...


Jun 26, 20234 min read
Trijicon SRO Review - Is it worth it?
When it comes to the world of handgun red dots there are a ton of great options. From rugged, combat-proven optics to specialized...


May 22, 20233 min read
How to fix your grip, improve your recoil control, and stop missing your first shots low & left
I see it all the time, a student who I know has good recoil control shoots those first few rounds and they nail the first shot on target...


May 11, 20237 min read
Why normal people learn CQB wrong
I was going over some room-clearing fundamentals with a client the other day when I realized the traditional way CQB (close-quarters...


Apr 24, 20233 min read
5 habits I learned from being cop that will make you harder to kill
Carrying a gun and learning how to use it effectively is great, but the best way to keep yourself safe is to ensure that you never have...


Apr 10, 20233 min read
How do I know if I should shoot someone?
If you are going to carry a gun in public it is probably a good idea to know your answer to that question. There are many different ways...