Do You Have the Right Flashlight Skills?

Taking up a handgun for personal defense is indeed a life-changing experience that warrants a great deal of forethought and preparation. You not only have to select the best possible handgun and related gear to fit your lifestyle, but also become proficient in its use and knowledgeable of the law...

By Mike Boyle

Tennessee Lawmakers Send Expanded Home Defense Bill to Governor’s Desk

NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee lawmakers gave final approval to legislation expanding the legal protections for residents who use deadly force to defend against violent intruders inside their homes. The Senate concurred in the House version on April 23, 2026, sending Senate Bill 1847 to the governor...

By Luke McCoy

John Correia Talks Active Self Protection, Training, and More on RSWC 250

RSWC hits a major milestone with episode 250, featuring John Correia of Active Self Protection. The conversation covers his upbringing, Navy service, ministry, martial arts, firearms instruction, and how ASP grew into a major force in self-defense training content.

By Charlie Cook

Frame of Mind

From his days in Delta Force to recovering from combat injury, acting and podcasting to designing a unique handgun sight, Tyler Grey embodies what's possible. The post Frame of Mind appeared first on .

By AmSJ Staff

The Viral “Scooby Doo Gun”. Let’s Talk About It.

At SHOT Show 2026 I was at the Gideon Optics booth, and a custom “Scooby Doo Gun” 1911 caught my eye. Not because of performance. Not because of innovation. Because…

By Mitch Goerdt

Garmin inReach Mini 2 Satellite Communicator

There is a certain clarity that comes with getting deep into the backcountry. Cell service fades, outside noise disappears, and your focus narrows to terrain, weather, time, and decision-making. That is a big part of why many of us seek it out in the first place. That clarity also comes with resp...

By Scott Conditt

Your Car or Your Life? Why Confronting Suspects Outside Can Get You Killed

You see it every time a story breaks about a theft or burglary: someone posts, “I’d walk outside and handle it.” Or, “Not on my property.” I understand that feeling. Nobody likes the idea of watching a criminal take what you worked hard for, and the instinct to prote...

By Luke McCoy
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