This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Body armor is an important part of the home defense plan for many people. There are a variety of factors to consider, such as weight, cost, threat level, flexibility, and other issues so people may legitimately arrive at very different conclusions as to what best fits their […]
Is .44 Magnum Suitable for Home Defense?
August 19, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts If you spend enough time around gun people, you are bound to run into that guy. The one that never misses an opportunity to tell people about how his choice of caliber makes him so much more manly than the rest of us mortals.
The Perfect Combat Pistol
August 14, 2016 By
What makes the perfect combat pistol? Jeff Cooper says that high visibility sights, a good/smooth trigger and total reliability. You also want one that you can shoot. That means one that fits your hand, you can manage the recoil and operate the gun.
Krav Maga for Home Defense
August 11, 2016 By
We’ve been asked about Krav Maga for home defense. Here’s the thing – Krav Maga is specifically designed to prepare people for defending themselves in real world situations and in as an excellent way of learning how to defend oneself in a real world situation.
Ruger American Pistol
August 4, 2016 By
The Ruger American Pistol has been talked about quite a bit. It’s a good practical gun that works well and comes at a decent price. I like full size pistols that fit well in the hand. This fits the bill.
Shotgun Drills
August 4, 2016 By
As with any firearm, if you are going to own a shotgun for home defense you are going to need to practice shotgun drills in order to get and stay proficient.
3 Crowdfunded Gadgets for Home Defense
July 24, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Lauren Ventosa My husband and I take home defense and safety pretty seriously. We’re the nerdy types that like to see what’s new or upcoming in the gun market. We’ve been keeping our eyes peeled for any new technology that enters the market that could benefit us. Whether it’s […]
Mossberg 500 Tactical Shotgun Review
July 21, 2016 By
The Mossberg 500 is a great shotgun that makes an excellent home defense weapon. It’s reliable, easy to operate and not extremely expensive.
Choosing a 9mm Carbine for Home Defense
July 13, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Tyler Capobres There came a point in my life when I debated back and forth about what the ideal home defense weapon would be. I wanted a weapon that would stop an attacker, without risking penetrating through multiple walls and potentially striking family members or pets.
A Green Beret’s Guide To Low-Budget-Home-Defense Techniques 102: “Defensive Positions”
July 10, 2016 By
This is reprinted with permission. Jeremiah Johnson is a retired Green Beret of the United States Army Special Forces (Airborne) and a graduate of the U.S. Army’s SERE school (Survival Evasion Resistance Escape). This article is a continuation of the home defense series from Jeremiah Johnson. You can read part 1 of this series here: A Green Beret’s […]
Hi-Point 995 Home Defender
July 10, 2016 By
Looking for a good carbine for home defense without breaking the bank? Take a look at the Hi-Point 995 Home Defender.
.300 Blackout vs 7.62x39mm, Which is Better?
May 20, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Taken at face value, that question is pretty absurd. It’s like asking whether a hammer or a screw driver is “better”. For the question to have any real meaning, we need to put a finer point on it. Because this is the Home Defense Gun, the question […]
“Cruiser Ready” Is a Bad Idea
May 13, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts How Should I Store My Home Defense Gun? By its very nature, a home defense gun should be ready to use as quickly as possible yet be secure from unauthorized use. Some folks also bend over backwards to find additional issues to worry about. For example, it […]
Armor Piercing Pistol Ammo?
May 8, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts You might think that armor piercing ammunition is illegal for private citizens to own, but in reality, the prohibitions on armor piercing ammunition are all on the manufacturing and sale of it. There is actually no reason that civilians cannot possess AP ammo.
A Green Beret’s Guide To Planning Your Personal Posture: “First Things First: Always Be Armed”
March 13, 2016 By
Jeremiah Johnson is a retired Green Beret of the United States Army Special Forces (Airborne) and a graduate of the U.S. Army’s SERE school (Survival Evasion Resistance Escape). The subject of this article is to help you prepare yourselves for an emergency…any emergency, in whatever scope. Many of you are already doing this; however, you […]
A Green Beret’s Guide To Low-Budget Home-Defense Techniques 101: “Early-Warning Systems and Fortifications”
March 1, 2016 By
Jeremiah Johnson is a retired Green Beret of the United States Army Special Forces (Airborne) and a graduate of the U.S. Army’s SERE school (Survival Evasion Resistance Escape). This article is the first in a series that covers hardening your home and some easy, low-budget alternatives for early-warning systems and fortifications. For all the prior service members […]
ARFCOM Rifles
February 1, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts If you own an AR15 rifle or are thinking about buying one, AR15.com is an indispensable resource. It contains a mountain of useful information and quite a few knowledgeable folks post there regularly. Did you know that the home of the black rifle also sells AR15 parts […]
Firearms Mobile App
January 27, 2016 By
We just received a press release from our friends a USA Firearms Training about something that looks pretty good for our readers: USA Firearm Training Announces Groundbreaking Mobile Application An Ultimate Firearm Resource for American Gun Owners Released For Major Smartphones Denver, CO: USA Firearm Training today announced that it has released the first version […]
Could Steel Armor Save Your Life?
January 21, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts You know what they say about opinions and everyone in the firearm and defense world seems to have an extra one. 9mm is “better” than .45 Auto. M&P is “better” than Glock. Fireclean is “better” than Crisco. As strongly as people tend to hold those opinions, they […]
Best Gun for Home Defense – Pistol, Rifle or Shotgun?
January 13, 2016 By
What is the best gun for home defense? That’s always a question we get asked. You have people who say a pistol is best. Some favor a rifle and of course you get those who swear by shotguns. Well the truth is that each have their own pros and cons.
Two Things You Need to Know About Choosing Body Armor
January 3, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Not long ago, we wrote about why you might want to consider body armor in addition to a firearm and training as part of your home defense plan. Choosing body armor is a complicated prospect, though. There are a staggering array of choices and almost as many […]
Everyday Combative Mind
January 2, 2016 By
This is a guest post by Cory Monroe I frequently find myself being asked by students in my pistol courses questions about equipment. What type of gun should I get? Is a revolver OK? Ammunition types etc. While these are all very good base questions that I’m glad to see any of my students asking, […]
What is Your Defensive Fitness Level?
January 2, 2016 By
This is a guest post by SSG Daniel Shiffler In the self-defense world, we scrutinize everything we feel is important. From what firearm to own to the locks on the doors and windows, we research everything. The one aspect that is often overlooked however is physical fitness or defensive fitness.
What Makes a Good Home Defense Shotgun?
December 13, 2015 By
What makes a good home defense shotgun? While we are not total fans of a shotgun for home defense (read about this here), a good one in trained hands does make a pretty good home defense weapon.
