Guns are like tools—they each serve a purpose. It's important to find the right gun for the job or you could find yourself frustrated, fast. In my last article, I gave you some tips on how to buy your first handgun. Here I'll talk about different styles of handguns and their uses. Range A range gun is a good first gun with which to start learning, or for the seasoned … [Read more...]
The Walther Creed at first glance looks to be an oversized PPQ. But when you see the price tag, you may find the urge to get one. I got my Creed for a mere $344 at my local gun shop. I had to have it special ordered since it is still just now getting out to distributors in large numbers to where people can begin to get them. This Beauty stands at 5.6" tall with a 16 round … [Read more...]
At my job at the local gun shop, it seems like every day I talk to people seeking information on a gun for home defense. By lunch time, I've probably discussed the same questions eight or nine times. From this regular discussion, and my law enforcement training, I've put together some factors to consider when narrowing down the "perfect" home defense gun for your home. Popular … [Read more...]
In my job as a firearms instructor, it seems like every day I talk to people seeking information on a gun for home defense. From this regular discussion, and my law enforcement training, I've put together some factors to consider when narrowing down the "perfect" home defense gun for your home. Popular Options Often times, a shotgun ends up being the go-to firearm for home … [Read more...]
If you're looking to buy your first handgun, it can be overwhelming narrowing down the gun that's right for you. This post will continue where Part 1 left off with introducing some different handgun styles. Duty Duty guns are often carried openly by law enforcement and military personnel. These guns serve are ready to serve on the job. Duty guns tend to have a high … [Read more...]
I recently had the opportunity to learn more about combat shotgunning from my friends at In Extremis Consulting Group (more on that soon). In some of the training, I ran one of my favorite shotguns, the Remington 870 Tactical. I thought it was fitting, seeing that we had planned to do a little door breaching. Funny thing is, I didn't end up breaching our staged door with the … [Read more...]
