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What Is Constitutional Carry?

By Guy J. Sagi The Second Amendment consists of 27 words, ending with, “…the right of the people to Keep and Bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” The concept was radical in an era dominated by monarchs and dictators. Armed citizenry threatened the ability to maintain reign over defenseless servants. The principle is a cornerstone […]

man demonstrating open carry with a pistol on his hop

Open Carry – What It Means And Where It’s Legal

There’s a lot of political discussion going on these days about open carrying laws and firearm permits in general. But all the terminology can be really confusing. What exactly constitutes open carry, and why are so many political advocates arguing about it? This article isn’t meant to sway your opinion in any way or get […]

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How To Choose A Gun – A First-Timer’s Guide

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Now that you’ve decided to buy your first gun, you’ve got to choose what gun to get. While it helps to ask others their opinions, you’re going to get all sorts of recommendations on what your first gun should be. It’s great to get feedback about certain firearms, but when going […]

Glock 17 VS 19

Author: Jacob Long In 1995, Atlanta advertising agency Indelible pitched a one-word ad campaign to Glock founder Gaston Glock. The word? Perfection. It stuck and became synonymous with the minimalist brand and its polymer-framed pistols. Although popular as a service pistol in Europe, Glock failed to break into the US market until 1988. American gun […]

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What Is Taught In Concealed Carry Class?

 Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Signing up and preparing for a conceal and carry class is an exciting time, but it can also be a bit confusing. What is taught in a concealed carry class? I remember a time when I knew next to nothing about it and I wasn’t sure what to expect. Luckily, you’ve […]