Three weeks ago, I wrote an article covering my analysis of the Uvalde school shooting. Since then, we’ve learned some more facts about what happened that day. If anything, these facts indicate that the police response was even more dismal than I originally reported. Here are some updated news links and my thoughts about what […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 6 Concealed Carry Skills That Are Truly Necessary These are the skills most of you beginners should be practicing. The Rimfire Report: CCI Velocitor As A 22LR Self-Defense Cartridge? The CCI Velocitor is […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Our History – Are There Lessons? Institutional knowledge that likely isn’t being passed down to newer police officers. Interstate Travel: Understanding Article 926A of FOPA Understanding reciprocity and your legal rights […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Ayoob: Cow’s Udders and the Crush Grip Massad Ayoob discusses how tightly one should grip a pistol. Active shooter incidents rose 53 percent last year, FBI says Things aren’t getting better. I’m […]
I have a variety of open enrollment classes scheduled in Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Florida during the next few months. All of them still have plenty of openings, but every class I’ve taught in the last 9 months has sold out. Act quickly if you’d like to book any of these unique training classes. […]
All the recent active killer incidents are distracting folks from another threat…vehicle run down attacks. Despite the lack of media coverage, these have not gone away. Here’s an example of one I recently saw in my social media news feed. Man arrested after intentionally trying to run over people with SUV in East […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. How to Find The Best Concealed Carry Holster Excellent tips for choosing and carrying a CCW holster. U.S. police trainers with far-right ties are teaching hundreds of cops My police instructor friends […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. ANOTHER ROUND OF LOW LIGHT CONSIDERATIONS Things you should know about “tactical” flashlights. You should also read CAN ANY ONE FLASHLIGHT TECHNIQUE LOWER YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING SHOT? Jon Hauptman Talks PHLster […]
I spent last weekend teaching at the Rangemaster Tactical Training Conference in Dallas. I’ve now taught at the last nine Tactical conferences and my TacCon blocks are regularly the most fun classes I teach every year. The conference is three days of material taught by 40 different world-class instructors. Each instructor teaches blocks on a […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. THE COVERED LOW READY Darryl drops some important knowledge. The Very Basics Of Concealed Carry Holster Selection Quality holster advice. Ayoob Files: Cunsummate Marine Chesty Puller, .45 in Hand!` Details […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. EMERGENCY VEHICLE KIT | Your Roadside Lifeline After this week’s winter weather across much of the USA, some of you are undoubtedly thinking about upgrading your vehicle survival kit. This article will get you […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Pocket Pistol Shootout: 380 vs 22 More evidence that the .22 might be a better defensive choice than most people consider. A Frank Discussion of Knives for Self-Defense Thoughts about using knives […]
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 the second largest trade show in Las Vegas every year. In pre-pandemic times, […]
Written by: Greg Ellifritz Last week, I posted an article linking to my most popular posts in 2021. In that article, I discussed how my “most popular” articles were not the same as my “best” articles. I liked many of the most popular articles (ranked by page view), but I think other […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Mobs, Mob Looting, and Other Crimes Large mobs of looters coordinating to hit malls and high end stores is becoming a problem we are seeing with increasing frequency. Your best bet is to order […]
Written by: Greg Ellifritz Seth Godin made a very powerful statement in a recent blog post. “My most popular blog posts this year…weren’t my best ones. As usual, the most popular music wasn’t the best recorded this year either. Same for the highest-grossing movies, restaurants and politicians doing fundraising. “Best” is rarely the […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Primed Murphy John and Lee discuss critical soft skills and threat indicators that often get glossed over in many shooting schools. Your sub-second draw is useless if you don’t understand that you are in […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. NON-PERMISSIVE ENVIRONMENT TOOLS Part 1 Some sneaky options to consider. On the same topic, you might also like this article on Tactical Pens. What to Do When Pulled Over While Carrying a […]
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 […]
Written by Greg Ellifritz If you’ve spent any real time carrying a concealed handgun, you will understand the importance of mating your holster with a high quality belt made to carry a gun. In general, the double thickness leather gun belts or the ultra-stiff nylon belts make it both easier and more comfortable to […]
