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    SIG 320RXP: The Red Dot Pistol That Can Help Older Shooters

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    A smoke shop clerk shot and killed an armed robber in California.
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    REPORT: Smoke Shop Clerk Fatally Shoots Armed Robber In California

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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

Pistol Drawing, Josh Froelich teaches his preferred conceal carry drill on target transitions.

WATCH: Quick Pistol Drawing With Pro Shooter Josh Froelich

A shotgun always needs to be fed, which requires practicing reloading.
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Dry Fire Training: How to Maximize Your Skills Off the Square Range

A Brazilian Concealed Carrier stopped an armed robbery.

WATCH: Brazilian Concealed Carrier Ends Robbery With 3 Headshots

Strong-side versus weak-side backup gun carry should be a top consideration.
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Why You Need a Backup Carry Gun and How to Do It the Right Way

Several armed civilians responded to stop the Texas church shooter.

WATCH: Texas Church Shooting Ends After Armed Officer Drops Shooter

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A FedEx driver shot and killed an attacker in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia FedEx Driver Fights Back, Kills Armed Attacker

Shortly after making a delivery a week before Christmas, a Philadelphia FedEx driver got attacked and shot before shooting back, killing the suspect.

An armed civilian saved two women from a knife attack in Oklahoma.

Oklahoma Armed Civilian Saves Two Women From Knife Attack

When a suspect with a knife lunged at two women in Oklahoma, an armed civilian appeared out of nowhere and saved the women, holding the suspect at gunpoint.

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The SIG 320RXP is one of the latest generation of handguns that come standard with red dot reflex sights.
SIG 320RXP: The Red Dot Pistol That Can Help Older Shooters
For the initial release, the FDC-9 will be an upgrade kit that requires NFA registration.
FDP-9: Magpul, ZEV Team Up for Folding Defensive Pistol
The Magpul Rigger EDC lowers the price compared to earlier variants.
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Vortex AMG UH-1 Gen II Holographic Sight, Henry lever action rifle
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A Dallas pizza delivery driver shot and killed an armed robber.

Dallas Pizza Delivery Driver With Carry Permit Kills Teen Armed Robber

When two armed 15-year-olds allegedly attempted to rob a Dallas pizza delivery driver, the man fought back, shooting both and killing one.

A Washington man out-shot a career felon during an attempted armed robbery.

Washington Man, Carrying Concealed, Out-Shoots Felon During Robbery

When a career felon attacked a Washington man during an armed robbery, the concealed carrier pulled a gun of his own and out-shot the bad guy.

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An armed citizen potentially saved lives by his actions at Oklahoma Walmart shooting.

WATCH: Eye Witness Gives Account of Oklahoma Walmart Armed Citizen

When a gunman began killing victims in an Oklahoma Walmart parking lot, an armed citizen reportedly intervened, stopping the gunman, who killed himself.

When using ankle holsters, drop to one knee for a stable base.
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How to Effectively Use Ankle Holsters if the Time Calls for It

Whether used for concealment for a primary or backup gun, follow these tips to effectively draw from ankle holsters in any situation.

A bad guy failed to have a round chambered, which enabled the good guy to get his own gun into play.

WATCH: Good Guy With Round Chambered Outdraws Racking Bad Guy

When a bad guy with a gun didn't have a round chambered, a concealed carrier got his gun out and successfully defended himself and others.

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Oklahoma Constitutional Carry Officially Goes Into Effect

Oklahoma Constitutional Carry goes into effect Nov. 1, giving civilians 21 years old, and military members 18 years old, the right to carry without permit.

Everyday Carry Essentials, EDC Video Series

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Our new six-part EDC video series teaches you about the everyday carry essentials you need to protect yourself and how to properly use them in the field.

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

Keep your distance, evaluate the threat, then when the situation calls for it, get tactical and incorporate movement when you draw your weapon.

Learn how to protect your firearms when an adversary tries to snatch it.

6 Real-Life Cases That Highlight the Dangers of Open Carry

If you decide to carry in this manner, know the dangers of open carry, as you've now alerted every criminal, civilian and cop that you're armed.

Florida Democrat Al Jacquet introduces bill to require CCW applicants undergo mental health evaluation.

Florida Bill Would Require CCW Applicants Undergo Mental Evaluation

A new Florida bill would require all concealed carry applicants undergo a mental health evaluation and get cleared by a medical professional.

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