Concealed Nation

Cat and Whitney are at it again, this time giving great information on what to expect for both physical and mental responses when dealing with a threat.

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During a life-threatening encounter, the body and mind can react in a variety of ways. In this episode of Tips & Tactics, sponsored by Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, Applied Firearms Defense Skills instructors Cat and Whitney Potgeter outline these physiological and psychological responses and explain how each could impact your ability to protect yourself. While it’s impossible to prepare for every situation or predict exactly how we will respond, a training plan that simulates real-life scenarios can help. Ultimately, the key to surviving a life-threatening confrontation is the determination to persevere, prevail and never give up.

My EDC carry rig is a Springfield Armory XDS 3.3 Bi-Tone 9mm.

My Holster is an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 IWB.

I love the XDS because it is accurate, reliable and even during summer carry it disappears nicely under a Tee Shirt in the Alien Gear Holster.

My Sig Sauer P938 Scorpion

I carry in a cheap Blackhawk IWB holster (planning on getting a nice holster soon). I love to carry the P938 it is very small and light so it’s easily concealed and very accurate and reliable. The holster works well, it’s easy to holster/unholster while still holding the gun securely while carrying and it’s very comfortable. I always carry a second magazine with me, they are small single stack mags and it fits right in the small extra pocket on jeans.

Springfield 1911 ultra compact .45

Alien gear IWB first gen.  I own two; one for my 1911 and one for my XD .40

Most comfortable holster I’ve used and love the fact if I get a new gun all I have to do is order the shell or trade for free.

As funny as the name sounds, it’s a very useful draw in certain situations. Steve of Sentinel Concepts shows the world how to perform the Count Dracula Draw, and when it makes sense to use this type of draw in a defensive situation.

It’s not the first time I’ve seen this demonstrated, but this is hands-down the best video demonstration I’ve come across.

TACOMA, WASHINGTON — An adult son left home alone was able to stop two home intruders from gaining access to his parents’ abode. The property was broken into prior to this event and it was a fortunate turn of events that the son just happened to be home when the home intruders likely returned for round two.

According to the News Tribute, the home had previously been broken into and guns and a laptop were stolen. This time, the son was able to scare them away by presenting his rifle and yelling.

Sometimes, that’s all it takes.

However, it’s never something I’d personally like to count on.

Protect yourself, protect your home, protect your family, but there’s absolutely no reason to give away your position and the fact you’re armed. These guys were allegedly through the window and on their way in when they encountered the son. He resolved this problem without a fight but you can count they’ll be back at someone else’s abode.

As a concealed carrier, we don’t like doing warnings. Folks stole guns. Even if they didn’t bring them back to use on the second attempt, that’s a hard assumption to make.

1. Glock 22

2. Comp-Tac Minotaur MTAC

3. I’ve tried 3 hybrid holsters from different manufacturers. Fairly easy to conceal a full size gun in this holster. High quality materials. The full size frame makes this Glock one of my primary choices.

I carry a glock 19 gen 3

I carry it in a bravo concealment D.O.S holster with a spare mag in their mag carrier.

The reason I carry the glock 19 is because the fit and feel of the gun in my hand. Also love the reliability and accuracy of a glock. I carry it in the bravo concealment holster because it is extremely comfortable and hides the profile of the gun.

Kahr CM9 with Speer gold dot 124g +P in a Concealment Express kydex Iwb holster.

Survive knives GSO 3.5 with a kydex sheath.

The Kahr shoots great and the holster disappears. This combination is fast and easy to carry. Which makes you never leave without it. And I am never without my knife or gun. You never forget the boy scouts motto. Be Prepared.

Glock 19 gen 4 in an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 loaded with Speer Gold Dot 124gr +p. Why? The Glock 19 is the best combination of size and capacity. Add comfortable holster such as this and you have the perfect carry setup.