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How often Do People Get Shot with Their Own Guns?
February 18, 2019
A vast percentage of those who decide to conceal carry do so for self-protection and/or protection of their property. The anti-gun people always quote some vague statistic that amounts to the fact that more people are injured or killed by their own handguns than those who actually defend self and property against an invasion or […]
Did NRA Pressure Affect the Fix NCIs Bill?
February 15, 2019
Photo courtesy of gettyimages.com Hailed as the “Fix NICs Act” public pressure may have had an effect on the National Reciprocity Act. Passed in December the aim of this law is to strengthen background checks so that dangerous indviduals will not be able to purchase guns legally. Who are deemed dangerous? Convicted criminals, those who […]
What are Your Concealed Carrier Rights if You are Married to a Felon?
February 11, 2019
The answer to this question is complicated. There is no one right answer as it varies from state to state. Whether you—as the spouse of a felon—have concealed carry rights depends upon the state in which you, personally, reside. Here’s an example: If you live in New Jersey, you may be denied a concealed carry […]
When to Sell Your Concealed Carry Pistol
February 8, 2019
When would it be advisable to sell your concealed carry weapon? The answer to this question might very well lie in why you bought that pistol in the first place. People decide the time is right to sell their weapon for a variety of reasons. Their needs or interests have changed. Perhaps you purchased your […]
Does the Concealed Carry Gun Bill do More Harm than Laissez Faire?
February 4, 2019
The recently passed Concealed Carry bill aims at a huge re-examination and change to the USA gun laws. The spirit of this law is to let the populace travel anywhere in America by any mode of transportation and freely carry concealed weapons. Those for the Concealed Carry bill argue the necessity of the law […]
When Do You Need To Let Others Know You’re Carrying a Concealed Handgun?
February 1, 2019
As a rule, it is no one’s business that you have a concealed carry weapon. After all, isn’t that what concealed is all about? However, there are some exceptions to this rule. Let’s explore them. In no particular order, here are situations in which you must provide information about your conceal carry permit. When Seeking […]
Dating and Concealed Carry Weapons
January 28, 2019
From a strictly legal point of view, your concealed carry permit gives you the right to carry a gun without telling anyone that you’ve got it. However, many embarrassing situations could arise on a date if it is discovered that you not only own a handgun but have brought it along on a date. Because […]
How Can We Curb Gun Violence?
January 25, 2019
Pro-gun groups like The National Rifle Association are often seen as proponents of arming every citizen and allowing those with concealed carry permits to be armed everywhere they go. They are also linked, unfairly, to escalation in gun violence. However, what most of the general public does not know is that most pro-gun activists are […]
If You Ever Face a Knife Fight
January 21, 2019
For those with a conceal carry weapon, a knife fight may seem unimportant. However, your handgun won’t always protect you from someone armed with a knife. Here are some things you should consider if you are threatened by someone holding a knife. Knife fights are close quarters combat. Guns rarely are. If someone comes at […]
How to Choose the Best Holster for Your Concealed Carry Pistol
January 18, 2019
Why Do I Need a Holster? That should be your first question. Do you really need a holster or is it just for show? In fact, doesn’t a holster make it more difficult to get at your concealed carry weapon? Like your pistol, a holster is not just for show. And it doesn’t just hold […]