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Compact VS Subcompact Pistol

Compact VS Subcompact Pistol

Choosing the right firearm for everyday concealed carry is a highly personal decision that balances size, weight, capacity, comfort, and performance. Among the most debated categories is the compact vs subcompact pistol.  While both are useful for concealment and self-defense, they cater to different needs and preferences. Let’s examine each category’s differences, benefits, and drawbacks, […]

Ruger PC Carbine

Ruger PC Carbine Review

If you’ve been considering a pistol caliber carbine (PCC), then you’ve probably heard about the Ruger PC Carbine. In this guide, we’ll take a detailed look at the Ruger PC Carbine — we try to cover everything: the specs, the accuracy, the new features, and the pros and cons.  The Ruger PC Carbine has been […]

Castle Doctrine

Castle Doctrine: Legally Defending Your Home

The concept that “a man’s home is his castle” has long been a cornerstone of personal property rights. It dates back to medieval times, when kings lived in real castles with a moat, drawbridge, and perhaps the occasional dragon. In modern American legal terms, this idea is embodied in what is commonly called the Castle […]

Best 9mm Ammo For Home Defense

Best 9mm Ammo For Home Defense

The debate looms large: What’s the best handgun caliber for home defense? While that argument will rage for generations to come, if you’re like a lot of gun owners who choose to defend their homes and families with guns from your nightstand, 9mm is likely your caliber of choice. But what is the best 9mm […]

Wilson Combat EDC X9 2.0

Wilson Combat EDC X9 2.0 Review

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick If I’m being honest, I was a little skeptical when Wilson Combat asked me to review the EDC X9 2.0 double-stack 9mm pistol. The playing field for 9mm EDC handguns is already overcrowded.  It didn’t seem likely that they could disrupt the market with a double-stack handgun that would change my mind […]