Author: Pat McNamara

Pat Mac discusses the good and bad with appendix carry.

Combat Handguns March/April 2020

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

When performed correctly, a tactical draw stroke, with movement, can be your best defense.

Combat Handguns November/December 2019

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

Running a Self-Defense Light, flashlights, Pat McNamara

Combat Handguns July/August 2019

Pat Mac on How to Use a Self-Defense Flashlight With Your Firearm

Combat Handguns May/June 2019

Pat McNamara: 6 Common Myths You Should Avoid When Pistol Training

Combat Handguns March/April 2019

Pat McNamara: Boost Accuracy With Long-Distance Bullseye Drills

Shooting Range Theatrics, Pat McNamara, Gun training

Combat Handguns January/February 2019

VIDEO: Pat McNamara Breaks Down Ridiculous Shooting Range Theatrics

Combat Handguns September/October 2018

Pat Mac Asks 10 Questions to Supercharge Your Everyday Carry Mindset

Being ready to protect yourself requires more than just a gun, as expert Pat McNamara demonstrates with 10 questions to improve your everyday carry mindset.

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Combat Handguns July/August 2018

Pat McNamara Offers 2 Unique Takes on the ‘Bug Out Bag’

The bug out bag takes on a different meaning with Pat McNamara, who discusses his two different variations: his 'I'm coming to get you' bag and his 'I'm coming to...

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Combat Handguns July/August 2018

Press Check: Why Knowing Your Gun’s Condition and Your Own Is Critical

Knowing your gun's condition at all times is crucial to self-defense, which is why Pat McNamara recommends always performing a press check on both your gun and yourself.

Combat Handguns

Pat McNamara: You Need to Get Serious About Your Everyday Carry

Pay no attention to the keyboard rangers—it's time to get serious about your everyday carry kit, says Pat McNamara.

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Picking the Best Handgun for Concealed Carry [2022]

VIDEO: The Wilson Combat EDC X9 is Now Available in 3.25” Subcompact

Zanders Exclusive DRD Tactical Sub-6 Rifles Are an AR15 & AK47 Mashup

Best Handguns for Hiking Safety [2022]

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The Primary Arms SLx RS-10 is Packed with Features and Low on Price

Gatorz Battleworn Limited-Edition Eyewear Was Designed for Patriots

Train Like You Carry with the Holosun EPS and EPS Carry Reflex Sights

SIG Sauer ROMEOZero-PRO Is a Lightweight Option for Full-Size Pistols

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Real Talk: What Is It Like Living in States with Strict Gun Laws?

Guns Save Lives & Gun Control Makes Law-Abiding Citizens Unsafe

Woman in Texas Shoots Suspected Stalker After He Kicks in Her Door

How to Teach Your Child About Proper Gun Safety

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VIDEO: Build Your Own Ultimate DIY Safe Room in Any Space

VIDEO: One (Wo)Man CQB Training to Win the Fight

SIG Sauer ROMEOZero-PRO Is a Lightweight Option for Full-Size Pistols

Die Hard with the Awesome Quarter Circle 10 YKMF-5 Pistol

Author: Pat McNamara

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

Pat Mac on How to Use a Self-Defense Flashlight With Your Firearm

Pat McNamara: 6 Common Myths You Should Avoid When Pistol Training

Pat McNamara: Boost Accuracy With Long-Distance Bullseye Drills

VIDEO: Pat McNamara Breaks Down Ridiculous Shooting Range Theatrics

Pat Mac Asks 10 Questions to Supercharge Your Everyday Carry Mindset

Pat McNamara Offers 2 Unique Takes on the ‘Bug Out Bag’

Press Check: Why Knowing Your Gun’s Condition and Your Own Is Critical

Pat McNamara: You Need to Get Serious About Your Everyday Carry

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Author: Pat McNamara

Appendix Carry: Pat Mac Debates If It’s the ‘Best’ Carry Option

Pat McNamara on Dealing With D-Bags and When to Draw Your Weapon

Pat Mac on How to Use a Self-Defense Flashlight With Your Firearm

Pat McNamara: 6 Common Myths You Should Avoid When Pistol Training

Pat McNamara: Boost Accuracy With Long-Distance Bullseye Drills

VIDEO: Pat McNamara Breaks Down Ridiculous Shooting Range Theatrics

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Pat Mac Asks 10 Questions to Supercharge Your Everyday Carry Mindset

Pat McNamara Offers 2 Unique Takes on the ‘Bug Out Bag’

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Press Check: Why Knowing Your Gun’s Condition and Your Own Is Critical

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