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Self Defense

Emergency Prep Kit and Why You Need One

Assume for a moment you wake up tomorrow to find the following: the power grid went down. Water, the internet, your appliances; all are non-operational. What sort of contingency do you have to make it through the day? A week? Or even a month?

Doomsday Preppers have long been trumpeting a life-changing event that will throw society into the stone age. Whether it’s due to an EMP or hackers attempting to topple the financial sector, the notion of our power grid collapsing has been around for some time. [Read more…] about Emergency Prep Kit and Why You Need One


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July 28, 2023

Filed Under: Op-ed, Self Defense Tagged With: doomsday peppers, Emergency Survival Kit, EMP, false flag, Patriot, power grid failure, USA

Shooting on the Move

There are obviously a lot of situations where shooting from a static position is preferred, but this can be limiting if you require something a little more dynamic. Learning to effectively shoot while on the move is essential for some, and a good skill to have in threatening situations. [Read more…] about Shooting on the Move


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June 30, 2023

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Combat, Movement, Personal Defence, Practical, Tactical

First-Time Buying a Gun?

Las Vegas, NV – You’ve decided it’s time to make the plunge and purchase a gun. First of all, bravo. It takes a certain type of person to acknowledge the tumultuous state of the world post-pandemic. Individuals are on edge. The propensity for physical confrontation is at an all-time high; even a simple outing to the grocery store is a crapshoot.

Assuming your commitment to owning a firearm is based on self-defense, here are some things to consider. [Read more…] about First-Time Buying a Gun?


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May 19, 2023

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense Tagged With: ammo, Gun Laws, gun range, handgun, Handgun Maintenance, pistol, Self-Defense, The Second Amendment

Surviving a Home Invasion

Break-ins and home invasions are obviously terrifying and are not things that we can control. What we can do however, is pro-actively take steps to secure our residences and react accordingly in the event of a breach. [Read more…] about Surviving a Home Invasion


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March 29, 2023

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Home Defense, Home Invasion

Trump’s Vow to America, Agenda 47, Blue States, and Gun Control

Donald J. Trump plans to restore law and order throughout the land if reelected. I know; tough to imagine we’re already trending toward another Presidential Election. I suppose time flies when the world is on fire.

The former President released a five-minute video late last week. The gist – to make America both safe, and yes, great again. [Read more…] about Trump’s Vow to America, Agenda 47, Blue States, and Gun Control


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February 27, 2023

Filed Under: News, Op-ed, Politics, Second Amendment, Self Defense, Uncategorized Tagged With: Agenda 47, Chicago, Conservatives, Defunding Police, Democrats, Donald Trump, Election 2024, Gun Control, gun violence, Liberals, Mass Shooting, President Joe Biden, Second Amendment, Second Amendment Foundation

Home Defense… Pistol, Rifle, or Shotgun?

It’s an age-old question, isn’t it? Is there a right and a wrong? Would you hate me if I didn’t provide you with a definitive answer? Let’s delve into this subject and ask ourselves if there is a one size fits all answer to this debate.   [Read more…] about Home Defense… Pistol, Rifle, or Shotgun?


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February 15, 2023

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

3-D Printing Guns and Their Problems

Every generation looks back and marvels at how things changed over time.

Advancements in technology, regardless of discipline or subculture, transform our world. Within the past decade, the 3-D printer is one such mechanism that is changing the way humans live. [Read more…] about 3-D Printing Guns and Their Problems


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December 5, 2022

Filed Under: Accessories, Op-ed, Self Defense, Uncategorized Tagged With: 3-D Printer, Ghost Guns, Gun Control, Gun Owners of America, Home-Assembled Guns, personal defense, Second Amendment

Get Triggered! FIME Enhanced Fire Control Group

Many factors contribute to the accuracy of a rifle, be it major components with a tangible impact, such as the barrel itself and the ammunition we feed it, or more subtle nuances that effect harmonics. No matter the element, having confidence when it comes to shot placement is paramount to any shooter. Today I want to talk about a piece of the puzzle that is crucial not only to the accuracy of your rifle, but to every aspect of the direct shooter interface, the trigger. [Read more…] about Get Triggered! FIME Enhanced Fire Control Group


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November 29, 2022

Filed Under: Accessories, Anything AK, Arsenal, Gear, Hunting, Reviews, Rifles, Second Amendment, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: 2nd Amendment, Accuracy, AK-47, Armed Good Guys, Arsenal, FIME, FIME Group, Fire Control Group, Gun Safety, Home Defense, hunting, personal defense, Reliability, Safety, Trigger, Trigger Slap

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

Time Is Not On Your Side

When it comes to the time it takes to effectively react to real life personal defense situations, the odds can be stacked against you. When every second counts, you’ll want to be prepared and ready to safely engage. [Read more…] about Time Is Not On Your Side


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October 18, 2022

Filed Under: Holsters, How To, Pistols, Self Defense Tagged With: Hand Guns, personal defense, Reaction Time

No ‘A’ For Effort

Being a responsible gun owner can go beyond safe storage and use. How you maintain your firearms and your overall familiarity with them are also big parts of the equation. [Read more…] about No ‘A’ For Effort


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August 31, 2022

Filed Under: How To, Pistols, Self Defense Tagged With: cleaning, handguns, Lubricating, personal defense

The Summer Lull

The dog days of summer are in full swing. Major League Baseball recently wrapped their annual All-Star game, the days are long and sweltering, and patio season is hopping.

For the first time in ages, things look normal.

Unfortunately, this optimism will soon unravel like a ball of yarn. The proverbial calm before the storm. [Read more…] about The Summer Lull


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July 30, 2022

Filed Under: Politics, Self Defense Tagged With: Agenda 2030, monkeypox

Take Cover

Shooting effectively and safely from behind cover takes some skill and you shouldn’t assume that you’ll be able to pull it off if the situation ever comes up. How hard can it be, right? [Read more…] about Take Cover


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February 28, 2022

Filed Under: How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: Cover and Concealment, defense, Tactics

Concealed Carry Range Work

If you carry a handgun for personal defense, really focusing your practice at the range can go a long way in improving performance and keeping you safe. [Read more…] about Concealed Carry Range Work


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November 10, 2021

Filed Under: Holsters, How To, Self Defense, Tactics Tagged With: defense, Drills, Shooting Range

Booster Juice Anyone?

Double-vaxxed as of the weekend and damn near had a panic attack the first night. Compounding my dread and anxiety was an escapable feeling of apathy for my life and the world at large. -Unknown American [Read more…] about Booster Juice Anyone?


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October 25, 2021

Filed Under: Op-ed, Self Defense, Uncategorized Tagged With: boosters, COVID-19

Concealed Carry – To Appendix or Not to Appendix

Appendix carry in one form or another has been around almost as long as handguns have. It does have advantages, but there is some debate though about the greater potential for injury. [Read more…] about Concealed Carry – To Appendix or Not to Appendix


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August 24, 2021

Filed Under: Holsters, How To, Pistols, Self Defense, Uncategorized Tagged With: Appendix Carry, Concealed Carry

Breaking-In Your New Gun

Ever fire a used gun and notice that the action and the trigger feel super smooth with every shot? That’s almost always because it’s been well worn-in through continued use. [Read more…] about Breaking-In Your New Gun


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July 8, 2021

Filed Under: Ammunition, Holsters, How To, Pistols, Rifles, Self Defense Tagged With: Break In Period, defense, New Gun

Brandishing & Self Defense

Making the call to defend yourself or your home with a firearm in the face of an attack or deadly threat may seem like a pretty straight-forward decision. A no-brainer, right? The problem is that there are a lot of factors involved that may make it more complicated than you might think. [Read more…] about Brandishing & Self Defense


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June 28, 2021

Filed Under: Second Amendment, Self Defense Tagged With: Concealed Carry, defense

Fear Always Leads to Compliance

In December of 2019, the first stories broke about a new strain of virus ravaging mainland China. Videos of individuals falling flat on their faces leaked, dead as disco. Such imagery was only the beginning of the barrage of fear pumped into our veins. [Read more…] about Fear Always Leads to Compliance


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May 10, 2021

Filed Under: Second Amendment, Self Defense

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