One of the big questions we get is what is a the best first handgun for a woman. Well it can depend on a few things. The size of the woman, her experiences with firearms, where she lives, etc.
The Facts about Aftermarket Handgun Sights
March 30, 2014 By
Well, I will say it at the beginning that I am not a big fan of adjusting the sights on a pistol or even aftermarket handgun sights. Now don’t get me wrong. I think they can make you a better shooter and aid in certain conditions.
7 of the best 9mm Handguns for Home Defense
March 29, 2014 By
We found a great video on 7 of the best 9mm handguns for home defense. Now this is one guy’s opinion but he does list some good and bad of each one. It is worth going through.
The Keys to Accurate Shooting
March 25, 2014 By
We found a great video that talks about the keys to accurate shooting. There is a lot of misinformation out there and it’s important to know what works and what doesn’t.
The Facts on Handgun Lights
March 19, 2014 By
There is a lot of information out about handgun lights. You can read about all sorts of different types you can mount on your home defense pistol.
Is Bigger Caliber Always Better
March 16, 2014 By
Interesting post over at the Beretta Blog on using bigger frame guns in smaller calibers for beginners and whether bigger calibers are always better. A woman beginner wanted to shoot the short barreled .38 as opposed to the bigger .22. To her the .38 looked like an easier gun to shoot:
Which is the Best M1911?
March 15, 2014 By
The question of which is the best M1911 is one that gets constantly asked. The M1911 style semi auto is one of the most loved and tried and true pistols out there. We found a nice video that talks about five good ones that gets you started on your search for the best M1911. Let’s […]
How to End Holster Problems
March 5, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Scott Sylvester I constantly get asked by new and experienced shooters about holsters, the carry position of a firearm, and different retention devices on the market today. Living in the modern gun era in our nation we are blessed with a plethora of companies who manufacture excellent holsters. Which […]
What You Need to Know about the Taurus Judge for Home Defense
February 25, 2014 By
If you hang around home defense people at all you are going to hear about having a Taurus Judge for home defense. Some love them, some think they are a joke. We found a good video that covers the Judge.
3 Great Colt Pistols for Home Defense
February 10, 2014 By
By Home Defense Staffer Cindy 3 Great Colt Pistols The first name in handguns that I remember recognizing is the Colt. While learning about the taming of the Wild West through reading and watching movies, the Colt .45 captured my attention as a youngster.
What You Need to Know About Pocket Carry Guns
February 4, 2014 By
The best gun to have is the gun you have when you need it. While a big bore auto with a huge magazine is preferable when going against a threat; you might not be able to have that with you. For these occasions, pocket carry guns are a good alternative.
M1911 Conditions of Carry
February 2, 2014 By
You might not have a M1911 or even a .45 but it is a good idea to understand the conditions of carry.
9mm or .45 ACP – One Perspective
February 2, 2014 By
9mm or .45 ACP, that is the question. You are going to get a lot of arguments for one or the other. The reasoning might be stopping power, overpenetration, underpenetration, or magazine capacity.
Is the Backpack Cannon the Answer?
February 1, 2014 By
If you want to take out a rapid bear or a hopped up home invader, the new Smith and Wesson Backpack Cannon might be the handgun for you. This is one big pistol that shoots one big round. The official name of the revolver is the Performance Center Model .460.
Is 10mm Too Much for Home Defense?
January 31, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Is 10mm “Too Much”? There seem to be two camps when it comes to the utility of 10mm. There are those who believe it to be God’s second great gift to mankind, the first being the 1911, which was bestowed through His prophet, John Browning, peace be […]
How to Load a Handgun
January 26, 2014 By
How to load a handgun might seem really simplistic for those who have been shooting for years and years, but it can be really intimidating for newbies starting out.Especially out on the range; no one likes to look stupid and worst do something unsafe.
The Power Stance for Defensive Handgun Shooting
January 25, 2014 By
You can get into endless debates with people over isosceles versus weaver stances. The stance you really need to have is a combat, power stance.
The Best Home Defense Pistol
January 25, 2014 By
The best home defense pistol is the one you have next to you when the thugs break your door down. You probably thought that this was going to be a discussion of revolver versus semi automatic or Glock versus Springfield Armory. Those are discussions for another post. Convenience versus Reliability versus Accuracy
Gun Cleaning 101
January 17, 2014 By
Here is a good guide to Gun Cleaning 101. If you got guns you got to clean them – at least every once in a while. I found a good video to give you an intro to what you need to know about gun cleaning. I agree with a lot of what he talks about.
Carrying a Second Gun
January 13, 2014 By
Do you carry a second gun? Maybe you should consider a backup gun. Massad Ayoob talks in the video we found about why you should consider it.
Buying a Used Pistol
January 12, 2014 By
You want a pistol for home defense or concealed carry but you don’t have a ton of money to spend. Buying a used pistol is a good way to go.
Inexpensive Carry Guns – Sig P250
January 11, 2014 By
Are you in the market for inexpensive carry guns? Well look no farther. The Sig P250 is great choice.
Lights and Lasers for Guns
January 5, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Scott Sylvester Lights, Lasers, Action! As a defensive firearm instructor I have been asked for my opinion about lights and lasers for guns used for daily carry and home defense. Well, you asked for it, so here it goes: Yes, and Yes!
Trigger Control
January 2, 2014 By
Probably the biggest determiner if you hit the target or not is trigger control. Now I am going to talk about pistol shooting in this article but you can take most of it over to rifles and shotguns and apply it.
