Archives for December 2013

Point Shooting – A Critical View

I hear a lot about point shooting lately.  I guess this is the big thing out on some ranges. It has been around for quite a while but has grown in popularity recently. Well, at the risk of losing some readers I am going to say that I am not a fan of it.  I […]

Isosceles vs Weaver – The Right Stance for You

Isosceles vs Weaver – That is the question. Which stance is always a question that comes up on the range.  Two of the most popular are the Isosceles and the Weaver Stance. Now before anyone gets upset let me say both are good stances and you can shoot really well with either.  Of course with […]

Makarov 9×18: A Gun for Beginners and Experts

By Home  Defense Staffer Cindy I am a new fan of the Makarov 9×18 mm pistol. I was introduced to the Makarov 9 x 18 mm by my husband. It is his weapon of choice. He used this as his backup service weapon while working as a law enforcement officer. I was prepared not to […]

The Psychology of Gun Ownership

The Psychology of Gun Ownership Have you really thought about why you have a gun? Have you thought about the responsibilities that come with it? Have you thought about what may happen if you use it in defense of yourself or your family? If you want a gun to scare someone away, that’s the wrong […]

Concealed Carry vs Open Carry

Concealed carry vs open carry, that is the question. I know this is going to stir a lot of debate.  There are advocates on both sides of the issue. Many open carriers feel it is important to express their rights.  I will state at the beginning of this, I don’t say either way is better, […]

Top 10 Home Defense Weapons

Guest post by Dustin Sanchez Top 10 Home Defense Weapons It’s well past midnight and you hear an unfamiliar sound coming from the living room. It sounds like there’s an intruder in your house. Are you prepared to defend your home from a violent criminal? This is a question I had to answer a few […]

Women and Guns – Another Household Tool

by Home Defense Gun Staffer Cindy Why Women Should Not Be Afraid to Handle Guns Women and guns are not a bad or even an unusual combination. Women are frequently taught to use appliances such as stoves, microwave ovens, convection ovens, curling irons, irons, sewing machines, and other household items that can be deadly or […]

The 38 Special for Home Defense

We had a reader ask about the 38 Special for home defense.  There are tons of 38s out on the market and in households in the US. While it might not be the choice to hold off the hoards, it is a nice carry weapon that you won’t have a problem wearing or putting in […]

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