In today’s article, the author reviews the Fiocchi CovertX 9mm ammunition. Range testing was conducted with ammo provided to the author by Fiocchi. Those of us who live the EDC (Everyday Carry) lifestyle are always searching for the latest and greatest gear and ammunition. We want rounds that a...
The best defense is a good offense — especially when confronted by a true gun snob The post How to Be an Insufferable Shotgun Snob, According to Jim Carmichel appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Editor’s Note: Be aware of your local and state as well as federal laws and how they apply to carrying firearms and self-defense. This article does not represent training advice/guidance. Please seek training from a professional firearms trainer for your self-defense needs. One of the more...
The awareness mindset is the dimension of self-defense most concealed carriers neglect. See how a Chicago ambush played out — and how to build awareness as a habit.
To me, there’s nothing quite as sad as a well-made machine not being used in the role for which it was created. Life’s too short for Corvettes that only sit in climate-controlled garages, beautiful timepieces that won’t ever be strapped to a wrist, or “safe queen” 1911’s that never se...
We talk about common mistakes people make with trauma gear and trauma training in a concealed carry context. We discuss what a basic trauma kit should include, why compact bleeding-control kits matter, and why proper...
Aimpoint’s COA, an enclosed-emitter red-dot pistol sight, has been the hottest and most exclusive pistol accessory of the past two years. Springfield Armory is in a great position when it comes to dedicated A-CUT integrations (more on that in a moment), first introducing COA-equipped Echel...
Editor’s Note: Today’s article is about Sgt. Darrell Powers, a World War II hero who served with the 101st Airborne Division. Nicknamed “Shifty”, Powers saw action in the American airborne landings in Normandy, Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge. Powers was more than “j...
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is funding a lawsuit filed against the Commonwealth of Virginia over its newly enacted HB 217 / SB 749 , which the group calls an unconstitutional ban on commonly owned firearms. The suit was filed in Fauquier County Circuit Court on May...