TACCON 2026 Debrief: Dynamic Pistol, SHO & Fanny Pack Lessons

I presented again at the 2026 Rangemaster Tactical Conference (TACCON) at the Dallas Pistol Club in Carrollton, Texas—just outside Dallas. With eight or nine simultaneous tracks running from 8 a.m. [Read More]

Domestic Terrorism in America: Understanding the Threat and Being Ready

Terrorism inside the United States is often discussed in broad, simplified terms. Most people picture foreign groups operating overseas, but many threats develop inside the country and sometimes involve individuals [Read More]

Five Lessons from a Long-Range Handgun Course

I have a saying, “distance exposes everything.” Long-range handgun shooting has a way of stripping away illusions. At close distances, speed and acceptable accuracy can hide flaws in technique. A [Read More]

Shooting a Double Action Pistol Well

I’ve carried and shot the Sig P226 extensively; on active duty with Naval Special Warfare and in various training and instructor roles since leaving the Teams. The double action/single action [Read More]

Can Armed Civilians Stop an Active Shooter Better Than Police?

When an active shooter attack unfolds in real time, one question dominates public debate: who is best positioned to stop it? The default assumption in American public life is clear; [Read More]

Trigger Press Speeds: Control, Movement, Precision

Two men having a private consultation in the desert.

Shooting is often described as a science of precision balanced with the art of timing. Whether on the range, on the streets or in competition, mastering the trigger press, the [Read More]

Civilian Preparedness for Active Shooters: A Guide for Concealed Carriers

Active Shooter

Responsibility of the Concealed Carrier As a concealed carrier, the decision to carry a firearm comes with immense responsibility. In the rare but catastrophic event of an active shooter situation, [Read More]

The Hidden Dangers of Inside-the-Waistband Carry: Why a Hammer Isn’t a Real Safety

Two black pistols lying on a rocky surface.

Carrying a gun is no small thing—it comes with a lot of responsibility. Out of all the ways to carry, I’ve found that inside-the-waistband (IWB) carry is one of the [Read More]

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