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
House Democrats to Offer Amendment Punishing States with Self Defense Laws
House Democrats said Tuesday they will offer an amendment to push to overturn stand-your-ground self-defense laws in states like Florida. The amendment, which would withhold some grants from states that have such laws, will come as part of the House’s debate on the Commerce Department spending bill. Continue reading at Washington Times
How to Make Your Spouse Like Guns
I often have people tell me that their spouse won’t allow them to buy a gun or have a gun in the house. And it’s not always wives causing the problems either. I recently had two women talk to me to see how they could convince their husbands to allow them to have a gun. [...]
Gun Researcher John Lott Fires Back at Media Matters Over Stand Your Ground
Rabidly anti-gun group Media Matters (whose founder has an assistant illegally carrying a handgun to protect him in DC) ran 25 articles criticizing John Lott since January 2011 and 32 articles on the NRA in the month of April 2012 alone. Lott has responded with a striking and well-written op-ed piece in Fox News. Read the article [...]
U.S. House Oversight Committee Makes Case for Contempt of Congress in “Fast and Furious” Investigation
Back in February, U.S. Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) promised to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress if Holder didn’t hand over Justice Department documents that had been subpoenaed as part of an ongoing investigation into the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ now-infamous “Operation Fast and Furious” gun-walking operation. This week, [...]
New Orleans Residents Buying More Guns
Violent crime is encouraging New Orleans citizens to purchase guns at an increasing rate–including a number of first time gun owners. Long time residents are commenting on how crime is the highest they’ve ever seen and are looking for personal protection. A string of violent crime in New Orleans has some families searching for their [...]
Sighted vs. Reflexive (unsighted) Fire – Part 2
This is the second and final post in a series covering the topic of sighted fire vs. reflexive fire. Before I get into the meat of this final post, I would like to take a brief moment to thank all those USA Carry members who took time out of their busy schedules to comment on [...]
Concealed Carry Package Giveaway
