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Pocket Carry Part 2: Leaving a Bad Impression

by Keith Coniglio

7:00am Friday, October 14, 2016

From our friends at Second Call Defense ... You may have the impression that a diminutive pistol in a quality pocket holster frees you from being mindful of your wardrobe and activity choices - that pocket carry is an alternative to "dressing around the gun" for concealment. If so, you might want to sit down, because it's not good news. Underestimating the human power of observation (even when...

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Observations from TDI’s Extreme Close Quarters Class

by Greg Ellifritz

3:00pm Thursday, October 13, 2016

Readers really seem to like it when I post information about the gun and gear problems I see in class. I could write a 3,000 word article filled with high level tactical insight and it will be virtually ignored. But if I talk about how a certain gun is a piece of crap, the article goes viral. I don’t really understand it, but that’s reality. For some reason, guns and gear are exciting. Tactics...

Pocket Carry Part 1: Why Pocket Carry?

by Keith Coniglio

7:00am Thursday, October 13, 2016

From our friends at Second Call Defense ... With advances in both modern materials and design, concealed carriers now have the viable option of carrying a duty-sized caliber in a "mousegun"-sized package, and many citizens are choosing pocket carry for these diminutive defensive tools. However, there are valid safety and reliability concerns with this method of CCW. So ... why choose pocket carry...

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VIDEO: Rifle 101 with Top Shot Chris Cheng

3:00pm Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Top Shot Champion Chris Cheng demonstrates for beginners the basics of stance and grip with a rifle, and two common shooting positions. Firearm instructors and experienced shooters are encouraged to watch and share these tips with newcomers to the shooting sports.

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Legislation Introduced to Protect American Gunsmiths From Reckless State Department “Guidance”

3:00pm Tuesday, October 11, 2016

On Wednesday, [September 28] House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) introduced the Export Control Reform Act of 2016. The bill was prompted by the State Department’s recent move to redefine thousands of ordinary gunsmiths as “firearm manufacturers” subject to its oversight and liable for annual fees of $2,250, as well as mandatory recordkeeping and other...

How to shoot through a concealed-carry purse

by Michelle Cerino

7:00am Tuesday, October 11, 2016

(Photo: Beth Ann Baus) Should you carry your gun in your purse and quite possibly shoot through your purse? I found the following quotes from quick, online research regarding this topic: “The first thing a thief is going to grab is a woman’s purse.” “Drawing from a purse takes longer than drawing from a holster on your belt.” “If she shoots through her purse she will only get 1 shot off before...

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Eddie Eagle and The Wing Team Go Digital

3:00pm Monday, October 10, 2016

As you might be aware, the Eddie Eagle GunSafe® Program has had some changes. With a shift toward the digital age, the majority of Eddie Eagle printed materials are no longer available, however, our program materials can now be downloaded on our website, www.EddieEagle.com . This is where the Eddie Eagle staff needs your help! The Eddie Eagle Program has always relied heavily on its national...

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Polls show Rob Portman leaving gun rights turncoat Ted Strickland in the dust

by Chad D. Baus

7:00am Monday, October 10, 2016

The voting still needs to be done (and early/absentee voting begins Wednesday, Oct. 12!), but the latest opinion polls show U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) with an increasingly wide lead over his challenger, former Governor Ted Strickland (D). The polls, which once showed Strickland with as much as a ten point lead and a huge advantage in name recognition across the state, now show Portman with...