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Self-Defense

Arsenal SAM5. Why You Need a 5.56 AK!

The 7.62×39 cartridge, introduced originally in 1943 and chambered in both the RPD Light Machine Gun and the SKS, cemented it’s place in history just a few years later as the cartridge selection for what would become the iconic AK47 Soviet military rifle. Since then, the AK47 has been deployed around the world by militaries, police and civilians in combat, self-defense and sporting roles. [Read more…] about Arsenal SAM5. Why You Need a 5.56 AK!


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November 22, 2022

Filed Under: Ammunition, Anything AK, Arsenal, Gear, Reviews, Second Amendment, Self Defense Tagged With: .223/5.56, 2nd Amendment, 5.45x39, 5.56, 5.56 AK, 5.56 NATO, 5.56x45, 7.62x39, 7.62x51, AK, AK47, AK74, Ammunition, Arsenal, Arsenal AK, arsenal inc, Arsenal SAM5, Bulgaria, Cold Hammer Forged, Competition, Competitive Shooting, FIME, FIME Group, Home Defense, military, milled receiver, nato, sam5, Self-Defense, Soviet, stockpile

High Stakes Encounter

I am a U.S. citizen currently living in Toronto, Canada.

For those who have never been to Toronto, it is often regarded as one of the finer cities in North America if not the world.

The city is booming. In fact, there seems to be a new condo on every street corner daily. But, there are pitfalls to its rapid growth.

Congestion is everywhere and people are suffering.

Mix in the damage of a pandemic, and we are starting to see the costs incurred by human beings. [Read more…] about High Stakes Encounter


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November 5, 2022

Filed Under: Second Amendment, Self Defense Tagged With: Conceal and Carry, Self-Defense

Defensive Gun Use is Not a Myth

Anti-gun groups and organizations across America have been trying to tell us for years now that the use of guns for self-defense by private citizens is extremely rare. Groups such as the Violence Policy Center say that “…research has found a gun is far more likely to be used in a homicide or suicide than in a justifiable homicide. More guns are stolen each year than are used in self-defense.”

But is this true? Let’s take a look at the facts.

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May 22, 2020

Filed Under: Op-ed, Self Defense Tagged With: Defensive Gun Use, DGU, Self-Defense

SAF Filing 2A Lawsuits Over “Pandemic Panic”

The Second Amendment Foundation, filed a federal lawsuit against New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy earlier in the week alleging deprivation of rights under color of law, indicated in a news release late Tuesday it is “working on lawsuits against Washington, Massachusetts, and jurisdictions in California and North Carolina, among others.” [Read more…] about SAF Filing 2A Lawsuits Over “Pandemic Panic”


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March 25, 2020

Filed Under: News, Politics, Second Amendment, Self Defense Tagged With: Gun Control, SAF, Second Amendment, Second Amendment Foundation, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Shootout Video

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Shootout Video


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March 3, 2020

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Concealed Carry, Illinois, Self-Defense

Situational Awareness: Hardwired Instinct vs. Motivation

When recently asked for thoughts about situational awareness training, I became (quite honestly) puzzled. It seems to me, it’s not a skill that needs to be taught—it’s quite intuitive. I believe recognizing human predatory behavior is hardwired into our psyche. Over time, wild animals have been replaced by criminals as our main predators. Just as a dog raises its hackles in a confrontation, the hair standing up on the back of our neck is a sign—an instinctual warning that something is amiss. [Read more…] about Situational Awareness: Hardwired Instinct vs. Motivation


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February 28, 2020

Filed Under: Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Reaction Time, Self-Defense, Situational Awareness, Tueller Drill

Armed Good Guys: Home Invader Poses as Sheriff

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Home Invader Poses as Sheriff


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February 10, 2020

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: California, Georgia, Self-Defense, Texas

Armed Good Guys: Ex-Con vs. Off-Duty Cop

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Ex-Con vs. Off-Duty Cop


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February 2, 2020

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Heroic Consequences: In Defense of Others

When we holster up, an astounding emotional transformation often occurs—we become empowered. We feel defended, secure, and we almost feel immortal. It’s as if the firearm we carry imparts strength and shielding approaching superhero proportions. While somewhat natural, do not underestimate the heroic consequences of your actions. [Read more…] about Heroic Consequences: In Defense of Others


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February 1, 2020

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Bodycam Video Show Gunfight With Meth-Fueled Shooter

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Bodycam Video Show Gunfight With Meth-Fueled Shooter


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January 27, 2020

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Texas Church Shooting — What Is Safe?

The statistics say it all… It does not matter where you are at, your safety is at risk. Walmart is not safe. Elementary schools are not safe. Government buildings are not safe. Your home is not safe. And over the weekend, we watched in horror as places of worship (knife attacks at a synagogue in New York and church shooting in Texas) were attacked, demonstrating once again, they are not safe. The Texas shooter was known to police and had a criminal record. The suspect in New York was reported to have no criminal history. In the synagogue attack in New York, the suspect entered the Rabbi’s home and stabbed five people, fracturing one their skulls. In Texas, during church services, a man stood up, removed a shotgun from under a long coat, and pointed it at the parishioners. Two innocents were killed. At least one of them can be seen in the video reaching for a concealed handgun before being shot.

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December 30, 2019

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Home Defense, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: “…the angel God put here to protect my family”

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: “…the angel God put here to protect my family”


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December 11, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Illinois, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Glock vs. AK-47 Wielding Bad Guy

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Glock vs. AK-47 Wielding Bad Guy


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November 30, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Even in California…

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Even in California…


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November 11, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Pregnant Woman Uses AR-15 Against Home Invasion

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Pregnant Woman Uses AR-15 Against Home Invasion


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November 6, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Homeowner Shoots, Kills Home Invader

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Homeowner Shoots, Kills Home Invader


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September 30, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, North Carolina, Ohio, Self-Defense

Armed Good Guys: Georgia Homeowner Shoots, Kills 3 Masked Men

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: Georgia Homeowner Shoots, Kills 3 Masked Men


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September 18, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Georgia, Second Amendment, Self-Defense, Texas

Anti-Gun Positions of Walmart, “I Ban Myself for Life!”

It wasn’t enough that the descendants of Sam Walton have pivoted radically away from the Made in the USA mantra, so Walmart could make money at any cost. The rot that invades much of the American corporate culture seems to have taken root there as well, capitulation to the social media masses. They now bow to the basement dwelling outrage mob who demands action, as in Mom’s Demand Action. [Read more…] about Anti-Gun Positions of Walmart, “I Ban Myself for Life!”


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September 11, 2019

Filed Under: Op-ed, Self Defense Tagged With: Open Carry, Second Amendment, Self-Defense, Walmart

Armed Good Guys: ‘I Saved My Life’

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Armed Good Guys: ‘I Saved My Life’


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September 9, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, Second Amendment, Self-Defense

Video: Armed Good Guys — Police Impersonator

News stories of civilian self-defense seldom receive adequate media coverage. After all, armed good guys stopping violent felons does not make headlines like the lives of innocents being taken. Bias and agendas play their part, but the media does not cover an event that did not happen, such as a case where a good guy stopped a violent event before it resulted in the loss of innocent life. However, these are exactly the type of stories we need to highlight to educate non gun owners before they head to the voting booth. [Read more…] about Video: Armed Good Guys — Police Impersonator


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August 26, 2019

Filed Under: Self Defense, Video Tagged With: Armed Good Guys, New Mexico, Self-Defense, South Carolina

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