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Federal 30 Super Carry carries like a .380 and hits like a 9mm.

Ballistic February/March 2022

The New Federal 30 Super Carry Carries Like a .380 But Hits Like a 9MM!

G2 started out with its controversial R.I.P ammunition and has expanded to include a variety of purpose-built ammunition offerings.

Combat Handguns March/April 2022

With Claims of “Outrageous Effectiveness,” is G2 Ammunition for You?

VIDEO: Savage Arms Returns to Pistols with the Stance Micro-Compact

The Smith & Wesson M&P12 Bullpup is the ultimate 12-gauge home defender.

Personal Defense World December/January 2022

Tested: The Smith & Wesson M&P12 Bullpup Ultimate 12-Gauge Defender

Proper self-defense tactics ensure success during close quarters combat.

Personal Defense World June/July 2021

Tactics for Close Quarters Self-Defense when Hands go to Handguns

Common-sense concealed carry promotes a safer society.

Personal Defense World December/January 2022

Do This, Don’t Do That—Guide to Basic Common-Sense Concealed Carry

The author details his concealed carry preferences, as well as tips and tricks for carrying.

Personal Defense World June/July 2021

My Concealed Carry Preferences, Plus Some Tips & Tricks for EDC

Personal preferences and handy tips learned from personal concealed carry over many years of carrying in various situations and locations.

Is the Canik TP9 Elite Sub-Compact the new standard in everyday carry?

Personal Defense World June/July 2021

The Canik TP9 Elite Sub-Compact Sets the Standard for Concealed EDC

With standard setting features of what concealed carry should be, the Canik TP9 Elite Sub-Compact is a budget personal protection option.

The Beretta APX A1 Carry in Flat Dark Earth.

The Striker-Fired Beretta APX A1 Carry Adds Prime Defensive Upgrades

With a small frame and narrow profile, the new striker-fired Beretta APX A1 Carry pistol keeps your defensive pistol by your side—ever ready.

The Beretta 92X Performance Defensive Comes Match-Ready for IDPA

Expanding its performance line of competition pistols, the Beretta 92X Performance Defensive pistol meets IDPA competitor needs.

Two home defense powerhouses from Wilson Combat.

Personal Defense World No. 226

Two Wilson Combat Protector ARs Are Heavy Hitters for Home Defense

Testing two .300 HAM’R Wilson Combat Protector AR powerhouses that bring the heat when it comes to home and personal defense considerations.

Combat Shooting and Tactics includes shooting on the move. Shooting on the move provides us with a tactical advantage over our adversary—an important factor in any gunfight.

Personal Defense World August/September 2021

An Essential Part of Combat Shooting and Tactics is to Shoot and Move

When shooting, getting off the line helps to gain the advantage and bolsters combat tactics for a successful campaign against any adversary.

The Mossberg 590 Shockwave 20-Gauge is a solid choice for home and personal defense.

Personal Defense World August/September 2021

The Mossberg 590 Shockwave 20-Gauge for Effective Home Defense Plan

When it comes to personal and home defense, the 20-gauge 590 Shockwave, from Mossberg, is a solid protection choice for you and your family.

One of many blockaded intersections and entrances to what “protesters” declared to be the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ) in Seattle, Washington during protests in 2020. The only way in or out was on foot.

Personal Defense World April/May 2021

Surviving Civil Unrest is an Unfortunate and Necessary Skill These Days

We live in interesting times where civil unrest has become a regular part of the news cycle, and these tips will make surviving it possible.

The Stag Arms 15 Tactical is a strong new offering from the company.

Personal Defense World August/September 2021

The Stag Arms 15 Tactical is a Rebirth Worth Standing Up and Taking Note

The newly marked 15 Tactical from Stag Arms now hails from the mountains of Wyoming and marks a solid rebirth for the firearm company.

Lever action rifles, like the Mossberg Model 464 can make great home defense rifles.

Personal Defense World August/September 2021

The Mossberg 464 Lever-Action Rifle is Your Home’s Personal Sentry

Protecting your life, family and home is possible with the classic platform of a lever-action rifle, like the Mossberg Model 464, in .30-30.

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Tight Fights: Skills & Drills For Close-Quarters Personal Defense

Master these drills to gain the edge on your attacker in extremely close quarters.

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5 Colorful Personal Defense Pistols

A handful of non-traditional pistols worth considering from Kahr, Ruger, Beretta and more.

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The Taurus G3X Hybrid Carries Like a Compact with Full-Size Capacity

Stoeger Introduces the STR-9F 9mm, Budget-Friendly Full-Size Semi-Auto

Crosman C362 Pump-Action Pneumatic Air Rifle for Bug Out and Defense

SIG Sauer Expands the Equinox Series with the New Elite Line of Pistols

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Crimson Trace RUGER MAX-9 Laserguard Provides Instinctive Activation

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The New Federal 30 Super Carry Carries Like a .380 But Hits Like a 9MM!

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VIDEO: Savage Arms Returns to Pistols with the Stance Micro-Compact

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Tactics for Close Quarters Self-Defense when Hands go to Handguns

Do This, Don’t Do That—Guide to Basic Common-Sense Concealed Carry

My Concealed Carry Preferences, Plus Some Tips & Tricks for EDC

The Canik TP9 Elite Sub-Compact Sets the Standard for Concealed EDC

The Striker-Fired Beretta APX A1 Carry Adds Prime Defensive Upgrades

The Beretta 92X Performance Defensive Comes Match-Ready for IDPA

Two Wilson Combat Protector ARs Are Heavy Hitters for Home Defense

An Essential Part of Combat Shooting and Tactics is to Shoot and Move

The Mossberg 590 Shockwave 20-Gauge for Effective Home Defense Plan

Surviving Civil Unrest is an Unfortunate and Necessary Skill These Days

The Stag Arms 15 Tactical is a Rebirth Worth Standing Up and Taking Note

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The New Federal 30 Super Carry Carries Like a .380 But Hits Like a 9MM!

With Claims of “Outrageous Effectiveness,” is G2 Ammunition for You?

VIDEO: Savage Arms Returns to Pistols with the Stance Micro-Compact

Tested: The Smith & Wesson M&P12 Bullpup Ultimate 12-Gauge Defender

Tactics for Close Quarters Self-Defense when Hands go to Handguns

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Two Wilson Combat Protector ARs Are Heavy Hitters for Home Defense

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The Mossberg 590 Shockwave 20-Gauge for Effective Home Defense Plan

Surviving Civil Unrest is an Unfortunate and Necessary Skill These Days

The Stag Arms 15 Tactical is a Rebirth Worth Standing Up and Taking Note

The Mossberg 464 Lever-Action Rifle is Your Home’s Personal Sentry

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