Using deadly force is a situation I don’t wish on anyone. Deciding when to is a decision you are going to have to make in a matter of seconds if not quicker.
.22lr for Home Defense
December 12, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Say you’ve got a loved one with arthritis, or maybe they are new to firearms and sensitive to recoil. So you decide that, at least in the meantime, they should rely on a .22lr firearm for defense. Your friend argues that .22lr for home defense is just […]
How Effective are Pistol Caliber Carbines?
December 8, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Pistol Caliber Carbine Effectiveness Does size really matter? Is longer better? No, not that. Get your mind out of the gutter and read the title again. We’re still talking about guns, here.
What You Should Know Post Shooting
December 6, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Scott Sylvester The Post Shooting Immediate Aftermath When we talk about personal defense, self-defense and shooting situations, most of the discussions I read online or conversations with people rarely include the possibility that you will be injured or severely wounded as a result of an encounter. Whether it be […]
Best 10mm Loads for Home Defense
December 5, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts 10 mm auto is an extremely versatile cartridge that is quickly gaining in popularity. It offers the energy of .357 magnum in a rimless auto cartridge, which brings with it the benefits of faster reloads and higher capacity than you can get in a revolver.
Stay Alert Stay Alive
November 15, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Scott Sylvester Stay Alert Stay Alive When we deploy with our Special Response Team, prior to creating a breach point or a dynamic entry, they deploy (usually several) distraction devices to cover the movements, and to confuse the direction of the intrusion. A distracted opponent makes it easy to […]
Is It Really Necessary to Trick Out Your Gun?
November 9, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Why trick out a gun? There is a tendency for folks to hang all manner of accessories on a gun until it looks like it fell through a Tapco catalog. Is all that really necessary? Is it even useful? What characteristics should a home defense gun have? […]
Domesticating the Kalashnikov
November 6, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts Kalashnikov pattern rifles are a boat load of fun to shoot and they are solid choices for zombie, NORK, or ISIS invasions but everybody knows that an AK is a bad choice for home defense, right? They have terrible ergonomics, few optic mounting options, and their ammunition […]
Do You CCW While Drinking
October 26, 2014 By
Do you CCW while drinking? Carrying a firearm is a great responsibility. What choice are you going to make?
Communist Bloc Rifles
October 24, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts There’s been some talk lately about whether rifles in general or Communist Bloc rifles (SKS or AK type rifles) in particular are suitable for lawful self-defense. People use a lot of flawed arguments that rest on incorrect assumptions but most boil down to the thought that the […]
Don’t Do These Things with Your Home Defense Guns
October 12, 2014 By
I remember when we were out on the range way back when I first started shooting in the Special Forces. One of the younger guys started to adjust the sights on his pistol. An older team sergeant came over and stopped him. He said, “Guns shoot dead on all the time.”
The Human Side of Gun Violence
September 25, 2014 By
This is a Guest Post by Scott Sylvester The Human Side of Gun Violence When looking at the gun rights debate the statistics heavily favor the ownership and carry of firearms. Every study you can find from pro-gun to government health department studies shows that areas where citizens are allowed to freely exercise their second […]
Couples Carry – CCW and Your Spouse
September 23, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Scott Sylvester Couples Carry – CCW and Your Spouse As times become unpredictable and criminals are emboldened by weak laws and corrupt politicians, concealed carry of a firearm is rapidly rising across the nation. The fact that Americans are starting to take active self-protection measures is encouraging.
Home Invaders vs Burglars
September 14, 2014 By
The Psychology of Home Invaders vs. Burglars We have a study of the psychology of home invaders and burglars today. It is good to understand the differences. Introduction: Two potential threats to the security of your home are burglars and home invaders. Both types of criminals operate on the basis of different motives, behaviors, and […]
9mm vs .40 vs .45
August 14, 2014 By
The great caliber debate always rages – 9mm vs .40 vs .45. There are those who have each one as his or her favorite and are prepared to say theirs is the best.
This Old, Ugly Gun That I Love
August 11, 2014 By
This is a guest post by Andrew Betts My uncle gave me this old, ugly gun. It’s a.44 mag single action revolver. It’s beat up. The finish is worn. The plastic grips are shattered and held together with electrical tape. It is truly hideous but I love it.
Why You Should Own a 22
July 15, 2014 By
There are a lot of good reasons why you should own a 22. They are great beginner guns. You can shoot all day and not break your bank account with a 22. We found a nice little video that demonstrates the reasons.
How to Detain Someone with a Firearm
July 10, 2014 By
Part of having a home defense gun is knowing how to detain someone with a firearm. You might encounter someone with a knife and you draw and they surrender, You might wound someone and have to wait until the police arrive. It’s important to know what to do before the time comes.
Home Defense Guns – A Police Officer’s Viewpoint
July 3, 2014 By
You might think that the police have a negative view of home defense guns. Well, here is one that highly recommends them and concealed carry.
What to Keep on Your Nightstand
July 2, 2014 By
If you believe in home defense, you certainly need to think about what to keep on your night stand. You’re at your most vulnerable when asleep and when waking up.
The Best Home Defense Caliber for Women
June 29, 2014 By
We have a lot of women readers here on Home Defense Gun. One of the questions that get asked a lot is, “What is the best home defense caliber for a woman.”
Preventing Home Invasions
June 16, 2014 By
We found another good infograph on preventing home invasions.
What’s the Best Caliber for Home Defense
June 13, 2014 By
What’s the best caliber for home defense is a question that always gets asked. Well, an easy answer is the caliber you can accurately put rounds on target.
Guns and The Bible
June 4, 2014 By
by Home Defense Gun Staffer Pat Guns and the Bible As a CCW instructor, I am asked a lot of interesting and thought provoking questions. Recently, I have been doing a lot of my classes for church groups, and many of the questions have centered on whether or not it is appropriate for Christians to […]
