Buying your first gun can be a stressful time, especially if you’re inexperienced and new to shooting. As an instructor, I often get asked, “What’s the best first gun?” Many factors come in to play when you’re looking to purchase a gun, especially if it’s your first. Sometimes buyers are looking to buy a first... Continue Reading →
SHOT Show 2021 Has Been Cancelled
You can read the full press release here: https://www.nssf.org/nssf-announces-2021-shot-show-cancellation/
MHLeatherworks
Working in the firearm industry, I get to meet some really cool people and work with some amazing companies. Over 5 years ago, I was part of a now defunct online firearms forum where I first met Murray Hill of MHLeatherworks. At the time, Hill, a retired US Navy veteran, was handcrafting custom leather holsters,... Continue Reading →
Irish Setter Vaprtrex Snake Boots: Not Just for Hunters!
Irish Setter Vaprtrex Snake Boots: Not Just for Hunters! by Annette Doerr Boot: Irish Setter VAPRTREK™ 1821 Snake Boots MSRP: $214.99 If you know me, you’re laughing right off the bat that I’m reviewing snake boots. But guess what, snake boots aren’t just for hunters! Sure, if you’re an avid hunter, you know the importance... Continue Reading →
FN RELEASES FN 509 COMPACT TACTICAL PISTOL
(McLean, VA – May 19, 2020) FN America, LLC, the makers of the world’s most battle-proven firearms,® proudly announces the release of the FN 509® Compact Tactical, the smallest and most concealable 9mm tactical pistol available on the market. FN 509 Compact Tactical The FN 509 Compact Tactical, available in both black and FN-signature flat... Continue Reading →
5.11 and SIG SAUER Team Up for “Inside the Blue Line” Documentary
5.11 and SIG SAUER Team Up for “Inside the Blue Line” Documentary IRVINE, C.A., (May 7, 2020) – 5.11, Inc. and SIG SAUER, Inc. are pleased to announce the launch of Inside the Blue Line, an original content series that presents the reality and evolving demands on law enforcement today. In this series the Manchester,... Continue Reading →
Product Review: Alien Gear Grip Tuck Universal Holster
Holster: Alien Gear Grip Tuck Universal Holster Link: https://aliengearholsters.com/grip-tuck-universal-holster.html MSRP: $33.88 The thought of a truly universal holster, one that I can use for multiple concealed carry guns, is something that has intrigued me over the past few years. Being able to grab a gun, insert it in a holster and head out the door... Continue Reading →
Product Review: Follow Hollow Performance Alpaca Socks
Follow Hollow Performance Alpaca Socks For the past month, I've been testing these Alpaca Performance Socks from Follow Hollow. They haven't been released to the public yet, but the Kickstart campaign is up and running, and off to a great start, so I’m hoping they’ll be available to the soon. (You can find more information... Continue Reading →
Women’s Shooting Orgs: 2019 Priorities and Goals
Here’s what the most prominent female shooting and hunting organizations are up to this year, and what they envision for the future. While the shooting industry is still very much male-dominated, as demonstrated by the empty lady’s room during this year's SHOT Show, the women of the industry are on the move! Read my full... Continue Reading →
Book Review: ‘Shooting While Pregnant’ by Julie Golob
Keeping your unborn baby safe is a priority for every pregnant woman. When you’re also involved in the shooting sports, the topic of should you or shouldn’t you continue to shoot while pregnant is one of those subjects that is very personal and usually a little controversial. Despite few resources existing on the subject, there... Continue Reading →
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