4 Active Shooter Pistol Skills You Should Have w/Jeff Gonzales

  Active Shooter Readiness Train. React. Survive. An active shooter, as defined by the FBI, is “one or more individuals actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in [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

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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

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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]

SIG P365 XL: Ported vs. Non-Ported Slide — Does Porting Really Matter for Defensive Gun Use?

P365 Micro Compact Pistol

When it comes to defensive gun use (DGU), there’s no scoreboard, no prizes, and no do-overs. Every fraction of a second counts, and every round that strikes the threat, instead [Read More]

SAR In the Wake of the Flood: Duty, Loss, and Brotherhood

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A River Changed Forever My recent search and rescue (SAR) experience will stay with me for a long time. It wasn’t just the physical toll or the long hours in [Read More]

Switching Shoulders is a Bad Idea

Shoulder Switching and Gear Setup

Why Switching Shoulders with a Rifle Can Do More Harm Than Good The Theory vs. the Reality In theory, switching shoulders with a rifle seems like a versatile skill. It [Read More]

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