A lot of folks think the downfall of this country is going to be Obama getting re- elected… Others believe it will be when the dollar is replaced by the Chinese Yuan as the world’s reserve currency… And still others think it’s going to be war with either Iran or North Korea or maybe both. [...]
Guns and Skin
Everyone is entitled to their own version of fun, but frankly I’m sick of all the half naked women holding guns on Facebook and similar sites. I don’t take issue with people who want to look at women holding weapons. I’ve said before, I see nothing wrong with taking sexy photos for your partner. People [...]
Mayors Against Illegal Guns Installing Full Time Lobbyists in City Management Nationwide
NYC Mayor Bloomberg’s MAIG organization is using grant money to partially fund full time paid lobbyist positions working directly in city governments across the country. Sean Caranna, a Florida gun rights activist and founder of Florida Carry, recently uncovered several cities that have lobbyists working for them including Orlando, Seattle, Columbus and Minneapolis. On average, [...]
Florida Tampa City Council Still Trying to Ban Guns at RNC
Having been rebuffed by Gov. Scott, Tampa is now appealing directly to Congress and the Secret Service to get a federal crackdown on gun possession near the convention. Currently the Secret Service has a security perimeter around the immediate convention venue where weapons are prohibited except for on-duty law enforcement. The city is urging the [...]
Illinous State Representative Mike Bost Urges Petition Support
Pro-gun IL senators and representatives continue to push for concealed carry in the last no-carry-whatsoever state left standing. State Representative Mike Bost is urging citizens to sign a petition supporting the passage of HB 148 which would legalize concealed carry in the state. Cook county area legislators, principally, have held off the rest of the state [...]
Open Carry a-ok in Oklahoma
This week Gov. Mary Fallin signed open carry into law in Oklahoma–sort of. If you have a concealed handgun license you will be able to open carry in public. Citizens without one may not open carry. Businesses will be allowed to forbid open carry on their properties, as they can prohibit weapons now. There is [...]
Buddy Checks, Why They Aren’t
The video is now legendary, gaining millions of hits and becoming viral almost as soon as it hit the Internet. The unfortunate actor in this almost tragic comedy is a federal DEA agent in a classroom full of parents, teachers, and children. Uttering the now infamous words “… I’m the only one in this room [...]
Pink Guns are Just the Beginning
Recently my friend Gracie, of Packing Pretty, posted an article about pink guns. As per usz, I agreed with all of her points. She has an amazing knowledge of guns, tactics and shooting. Gracie is one bad a** gunner girl and I respect her a lot, pink gun and all… But if there’s one thing [...]
11 Things to Consider When Choosing a Concealed Carry Holster
When choosing a concealed carry holster for your pistol, selecting the best holster you can find will add to your overall total self-defense abilities. A holster/pistol combination is part of your concealed carry defensive system. While looking at a quality holster the one factor you should consider last is the cost. Experience has taught me [...]
The Collectivist Dilemma: Selling the Unachievable Unarmed Utopian Dream in the Terrifying Light of Reality
In a recent post by Leonard Pitts entitled “Rep. Giffords’ departure a blow to democracy” Mr. Pitts runs into the collectivists dilemma. The dilemma that pits harsh historic reality against wishes and pipe dreams of the utopian reformers. While I will get to the point of this article shortly, I want to set a foundation [...]
Flashbang Bra Holster Review
As some of you are aware, one of my goals with ArmedCandy is to bring to the market products for women that enhance the shooting and carrying experience. Some of these may be my own designs but many great products already exist. As I explore the currently available options, I share them with you, so [...]
Choosing Your Daily Concealed Carry Gear
Concealed carry gear will vary from person to person. What I suggest looking for in each piece of your daily concealed carry gear is size, usefulness, and versatility. When picking equipment regardless of what it is ask if the size is one that you will find comfortable to carry concealed. If you chose a piece [...]
Oklahoma Residents of States with Permitless Carry May Now Do So
Gov. Mary Fallin just signed a bill allowing residents of states who do not require a permit to carry a firearm to carry in the state of Oklahoma. This is a little ironic, considering Oklahoma requires a permit for their residents, but I’m sure welcome news for visitors. Read more at KTUL
Michigan Governor Signs Bill Allowing Tasers to be Concealed
Governor Rick Snyder signed a bill into law yesterday allowing tasers to be carried concealed by citizens with concealed handgun licenses. It’s important to be aware of laws in other states which may limit the kinds of weapons you can carry, even if you have a permit. Read more at MINBCNEWS.com
Concealed Carry Package Giveaway
