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Why I Press-Check My Semi-Auto (And Why It Sometimes Doesn’t Matter)
I press-check my carry gun. A lot. Some people would call it religious. They’re not wrong. A press check is not a...
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The Quiet Case for Carrying One Extra Magazine
I have spent years designing holsters for people who carry every day. The conversation that comes up many times and is asked...
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Aimpoint COA: The Compact Pistol Red Dot Built for Durability and Everyday Carry
The Aimpoint COA stands out as one of the most thoughtful pistol red-dot designs to arrive in recent years. Built as an...
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Radian Afterburner + Ramjet: The Glock 19 Upgrade That Actually Delivers
I’ve been carrying and shooting Glock 19s for a long time, and I’m always looking for upgrades that actually make a difference...
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Hellcat Pro: Colors, the Ported Comp Option, and Everyday Carry Balance
The Springfield Armory Hellcat redefined the micro-compact 9mm category with impressive capacity in a tiny package. The Hellcat Pro builds directly on...
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Is Appendix Carry Safe for Everyday Carry?
Appendix inside-the-waistband (AIWB) carry positions a handgun at the front of the waistband, roughly between the 12 and 2 o’clock positions. It...
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Trijicon RCR: The Closed-Emitter Red Dot Built for Real Carry
I’ve been around red dots long enough to see the shift from “nice to have” to “standard equipment” on defensive pistols. Open-emitter...
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The Trijicon RMR HD: Built for the Real World
The Trijicon RMR HD: Built for the Real World I’ve run Trijicon RMRs for years. They’re the optic that showed a lot...
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The HK CC9: A Micro Compact That Delivers
The HK CC9: A Micro-Compact That Actually Delivers I’ve been watching the micro-compact 9mm market for years. Plenty of small pistols show...
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What is MOA? Understanding Minutes of Angle for Red Dot Sights
MOA Demystified: Choosing the Right Red Dot Size for Your Handgun If you’re shopping for a red dot sight for your pistol,...
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Closed vs. Open Emitter Red Dot Sights on Handguns
Closed vs. Open Emitter Red Dot Sights on Handguns: My Take After Running Them Hey folks, if you’ve been following the blog...
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Fanny Pack vs. Sling Bag
Fanny Pack vs. Sling Bag for Concealed Carry: Which Is Better? In the world of concealed carry, comfort, accessibility, and discretion are...
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