For a home defense or self defense handgun, simplicity and reliability are paramount. That said,…
Tag: Safety
A Citizen Who “Gets It”
I recently read an excellent letter to editor of the Tifton Gazette by a gentleman…
Self Defense Tools: Guns vs. Tasers vs. Pepper Spray vs. Blunt Objects & Edged Weapons
Although this site is dedicated to firearms, I thought I would post an effectiveness comparison…
Chicago’s Response to Violence: Give the Police Machine Guns
In response to the shootings of over 30 people in a 48 hour period, Chicago’s…
The Taurus Judge – A Revolver that can Fire Shotgun Shells
As I mentioned previously, I received an email from a reader of this site, discussing…
Pros and Cons of Using Birdshot for Self Defense
I received an email from a reader of this site, telling me about the Taurus…
Illinois Standard Capacity Magazine Ban Considered
The Illinois state legislature is currently considering a ban on standard capacity (> 10 rounds)…
How to Disassemble, Clean, and Reassemble a Remington 870
Below is a how to guide on breaking down, cleaning, and reassembling a Remington 870,…
Facts about Recoil, and Guns for People who are Sensitive to Recoil
Having discussed how firearms are the great equalizer, enabling a 90 pound grandmother to defend…
The Basics of Gun Safety
There are a few basics of safe gun handling that everyone should know and abide…