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    For the initial release, the FDC-9 will be an upgrade kit that requires NFA registration.
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    SIG 320RXP: The Red Dot Pistol That Can Help Older Shooters

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Training

The Mantis X Elite seriously ups the ante for dry fire training.
Personal Defense World

Mantis X: The Smartest Personal Pistol Training System on the Market

A video showcasing fireworks training, for defensive, is both crazy and very interesting.

WATCH: Fireworks Defensive Training Adds Insane Difficulty, More Danger

Running a Taurus 692 in training proved to require some new learning.
Combat Handguns

Running the Taurus 692 in .357 at the Gunsite 250 Revolver Class

Personal Defense World August - Sept 2019

Personal Defense World Brings Facts: More Guns, Less Crime

SIG's Max Michel breaks down shooting around cover

WATCH: Team SIG’s Max Michel Breaks Down Shooting Around Cover

Gun Handling with timed drills

How to Find the Weakest Link in Your Gun Handling Skills

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Self-Defense Fitness, self defense, training

Self-Defense Fitness Is Just as Important as Accuracy Training

Sure, a quick draw is important, as is accuracy, but those who truly want to be a sheepdog against the wolves need to also work on self-defense fitness.

Clearing Type 3 Malfunction, training

WATCH: Why You Need to Practice Clearing Type 3 Malfunctions

Clearing a pistol failure is fairly simple, even Type 3 malfunctions, but this typically happens under pressure, which is why you need to practice.

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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.
Magpul Rigger EDC: Magpul Now Has a Full-Production Carry Knife
Vortex AMG UH-1 Gen II Holographic Sight, Henry lever action rifle
Vortex AMG UH-1 Gen II: A New Holographic Sight Fit for Home Defense
Escaping a Knife Attack, UF PRO

WATCH: 4 Tactics for Avoiding & Escaping a Knife Attack

A gun trumps a knife, but sometimes situations happen when you can't carry your CCP; here are four tactics for fighting back and escaping a knife attack.

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

When it is dark, a self-defense flashlight is a great tool for finding keys, walking to the car and identifying potential targets; run it properly.

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WATCH: Shooting Under Pressure in an Attack Requires Training

Most shooters don't just naturally handle shooting under pressure; it requires training to properly react to a quickly evolving self-defense situation.

RE Factor Tactical Targets, targets, training

WATCH: RE Factor Tactical Targets Offer Serious Versatility on the Range

Targets are an important part of training, so shooters looking for versatility at the range need to take a look at RE Factor Tactical.

Texas Woman Shoots Intruder

Texas Woman After Shooting Intruder: Hopefully He Learned a Lesson

A Texas woman hopes that an intruder she wounded learned his lesson after he got away; she credits a handgun training course with keeping herself calm.

Max Michel Explains Proper Pistol Grip

WATCH: How to Obtain a Proper Pistol Grip With SIG’s Max Michel

The foundation of accuracy comes from numerous factors, including stance, trigger control and especially proper pistol grip.

How to Tell If Someone is Carrying a Gun

Observation: How to Tell If Someone Is Carrying a Gun

Criminals don't typically follow standard practices when carrying a gun, so they often telegraph the presence and location; here's what to look for.

Off Hand Shooting, training, self defense

Shooters Must Practice Off Hand Shooting Before It’s Needed

The point of practicing off hand shooting is in case the strong hand becomes injured, but it also provides additional benefits to shooters.

Front Sight Focus

Self-Defense Accuracy Requires Front Sight Focus

While some trainers seem to believe that students won't use sights in a situation, the fastest way to put rounds on target is through front sight focus.

Officers Used Training and Awareness to Defeat Attackers

Watch How Effective Training and Awareness Can Be on the Street

A military police officer in Brazil defeated multiple attackers, and while he was also wounded, it shows the importance of training and awareness.

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