Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Guns for Granny – Choosing A Gun for the Elderly or Infirm Some tips to solve a problem we will all be lucky enough to face someday. Hair Triggers Massad Ayoob discusses […]
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SHOT SHOW 2024
Written by: Greg Ellifritz If you have been vacationing off the planet, you may not realize that the world’s largest trade show for shooting enthusiasts was held in Las Vegas last week. The Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trades (SHOT) show is one of the largest trade shows in Las Vegas every year. In pre-pandemic […]
Guide to Concealed Carry Holsters and Accessories
There are many different options for carrying your handgun in a concealed manner. Body type, clothing selection, firearm, holster type, and mission all mandate different styles of carry. It ultimately comes down to personal preference, but here are a few hints and guidelines to help you make your decision. If you are new to […]
Active Killer Math
* This is a guest post from my friend Ed Monk. Ed has done the math on this problem and is one of the world’s leading authorities on active killers. The faster we can stop the killer, the fewer bodies we will have. Read his post below for the exact mathematical details. Having armed security […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- December 10, 2021
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. CHOOSING THE RIGHT AIRGUN PELLETS: MOST COMMON TYPES An interesting article about a topic that doesn’t receive much attention. Defending yourself against scammers: 3 easy steps Scams are far more common than […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- August 13, 2021
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. PARTICIPATION VS. OBSERVATION IN SEMINARS I think Hock gets this one exactly right. I often feel like I’m wasting my time if I’m watching other students fight one on one in a class. I’ll […]
My Favorite Inside-the-Waistband Holsters
Written by Greg Ellifritz I get a lot of questions about holsters. It seems that a lot of folks wants to know what holsters I wear and which holsters I consider “best.” Most folks who have been carrying for awhile will gravitate towards the inside-the- waistband (IWB) holster for optimal comfort and concealment. […]
Appendix Carry…Thousands of Thugs Can’t be Wrong!
“95% of criminals carry their guns on their strong side, mostly stuck in the front of their bodies, inside the waistband without a holster.” – From a US Secret Service Seminar on detecting concealed weapons Why are all the thugs carrying pistols in their waistbands in front of the hip? And why do most […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- March 6, 2020
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Odd But Good? Some historical firearms technology that you’ve likely never seen before. FILLING THE GAP BETWEEN TOO LITTLE AND TOO MUCH FORCE Pepper spray is an incredibly valuable bit of gear […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- May 24, 2019
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Choosing Your First AR-15: A Practical Guide Very valuable information for those of you contemplating buying your first AR-15 rifle. Elmer Keith On Combat Quick Draw I love studying the history of […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- October 19, 2018
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. But How Do You… Sit? John Johnston from Ballistic Radio interviews the owner of Dark Star Gear about the nuances of carrying in the appendix position. They talk about how your gear can be […]
Real World .22s for Self Defense
After posting yesterday’s analysis about using the .22 for self defense, I’ve decided to re-post this article that discusses some of the “how” questions that go with yesterday’s “why” questions. -Greg I’ve recently received quite a bit of feedback on carrying and using the .22 as a self defense weapon. I had no idea […]
Equally Lumpy on Both Sides
It’s been awhile since I’ve shared the writing of Henry, the old man from Tennessee. After several of you have requested more from Henry, I decided to share this post. Henry has written several articles for my site in the past (look at the bottom of the post for links to his other articles). […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- September 8, 2017
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Building Confidence in CCW Skills Many novice shooters “practice” rather than “train.” Training implies having some goal and structure for your practice session. Here’s how to transition your practice or recreational shooting sessions into […]
Don’t #DIGTHERIG
Written by Greg Ellifritz Concealed Nation has a regular feature on its website called #DIGTHERIG. It consists of reader submitted photos about their individual chosen concealed carry weapon and holster choices. A huge variety of guns and holsters are featured. All are carried by someone. Unfortunately, some of the choices are less than […]
The Turret Drill
Over the past few years, I’ve posted a few articles from Henry, “The Old Man from Tennessee.” Henry is 91 years old and lives by himself up on a mountain in rural Tennessee. Henry has been a lifelong shooter and has a unique perspective on the defensive use of a firearm. Henry sent me […]
More Thoughts on S&W Airlite .22 Revolvers
This article is a guest contribution from Henry “The Old Man from Tennessee.” Henry has written several articles for my site in the past. He is 91 years old and lives by himself up on a mountain in rural Tennessee. Like many of you, Henry has been shooting all his life. Also like many […]
Waiting Will Get You Killed
Today’s article is a guest contribution from my friend Ed Monk. Ed is a police officer, retired Army officer, and owner of the Last Resort Firearms training company. In this article, Ed shares some valuable active killer research. I will be posting my thoughts on the Orlando massacre tomorrow. -Greg By Ed […]
Weekend Knowledge Dump- August 14, 2015
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Armed Robbery At Mesquite Chevron I often have students in my close quarters shooting class say something like “I don’t need weapon retention skills. If the bad guy grabs my gun, I’ll just shoot […]
2013 Training Year Review
By Greg Ellifritz Ever since I started training people in the fighting arts for a living, I have kept very meticulous records. Not only is it important for potential future legal action, it’s a great marker for tracking progress and improvement. Each year at this time, I do a review of what […]