Concealed Nation
Neighbor Defends Elderly Woman After She Was Shot By Her Own Grandson
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — In a weird twist of events that has left neighbors in shock, a man was shot and killed by his neighbor, a former Mecklenburg County prosecutor, following him shooting his own grandmother. It’s not really as confusing … Continue reading →
[VIDEO] News Crew Robbed At Gunpoint Live On Air In San Francisco, Because Gun Control Is Useful
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA — Reporters and other employees from two news stations were robbed at gunpoint last Thursday, and a camera man was pistol-whipped. As you’ll see from the video above, part of the incident was captured on live television. … Continue reading →
NH Constitutional Carry Goes Down In A Burning Ring Of Hassan’s Fire
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE — While Maine is awaiting their Governor’s official response to their version of constitutional carry, New Hampshire will have to wait just a little bit longer. Governor Maggie Hassan has ruled that such a thing as permitless … Continue reading →
Question: Who Has Multiple Concealed Carry Permits? How Many States Are You Covered In?
If you’re like me, you enjoy coverage. You also enjoy not breaking the law. Therefor, I like to be covered to legally carry my firearm in all the states that I visit (or plan to visit). But under a permitting … Continue reading →
Secondary Dangers Of Firearms: It’s Not Just The Discharge
By Carrie Lightfoot via TheWellArmedWoman.com While a guns primary danger lies in the discharge of ammunition, there are other secondary dangers in which a gun may be detrimental to the health of the handler and bystanders. Gun safety rules will also … Continue reading →
Maine Governor To Sign Law Today That Will Eliminate The Requirement For Permit To Carry Concealed
AUGUSTA, MAINE — Governor LePage is expected to sign LD 652 into law at 2pm EST today, which would bring an end to mandatory concealed carry permits. The bill would allow anyone who can legally purchase a firearm, to conceal … Continue reading →
[HOLSTER REVIEW] Free State Holsters – Cottage Industry Goes Head To Head With The Big Guys
In the parking lot of Wildlife Taxidermy in Auburn, New Hampshire, I met up with a local holster manufacturer who specifically makes Kydex frames for concealed and open carry. The meeting itself took about a week to schedule because, as … Continue reading →
Texas-based Whataburger: Concealed Carry GOOD, Open Carry BAD
In a public statement issued just weeks after Texas passed an open carry law that will allow licensed Texans to openly carry a handgun, the CEO of Whataburger reiterated their long-standing policy against open carry, but remind people that they’re … Continue reading →
Question: If Your Work Banned Firearms, Would You Still Carry?
By Robert Farago via TheTruthAboutGuns.com More firms ban guns at work as violent outbreaks continue the headline atbusinessinsurance.com announces. Donna Mahoney’s article cites a bunch of stats supposedly proving that “mass public shootings have become more frequent with larger casualty numbers.” Debunk … Continue reading →
[Opinion/Video] TheYankeeMarshal’s “Why I Do Not Promote Training” Is Misguided
The Yankee Marshal is probably one of the most down-to-earth, sensible YouTubers out there when it comes to common sense hip-pocket gun philosophy. But a recent video highlighting the rationale for why he does not promote gun training for both … Continue reading →
Here’s A Tip On How To Not Shoot Yourself In The Chest When Taking Your Firearm Apart
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE — Check the firearm before trying to take it apart. I honestly hate to cover stories like these, but feel that it’s important to hold people accountable for their negligence, especially when it comes to firearms. The Chattanooga Police … Continue reading →
We Look At Four Pistol Accessories And Find Out If They Actually Help…
There is no shortage of doo-dads and gizmos to attach to a concealed carry revolver or pistol. Does that mean each serves a specific purpose? We’re going to look at four different attachments/accessories and find out whether or not they … Continue reading →
[VIDEO] Have You Practiced Firing From A Vehicle? Here Are Two Drills To Practice
Stuck in a vehicle during a firefight? Your going to have a bad day. Being stuck in any container means your freedom of movement is limited and most commercial vehicles offer little protection against small arms fire. In this video, … Continue reading →
Military Member With Concealed Carry Permit Stops Thug In Chicago, AS IT SHOULD BE
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — With crime and gangs running rampant in Chicago, it’s refreshing to see the law-abiding taking control every now and then. The military member and three others were leaving a party when one of them noticed a cup … Continue reading →
BEGINNERS GUIDE: TTAG Writer Sarah Tipton’s Guide To A Woman’s First Gun
By Sarah Tipton via TheTruthAboutGuns.com My best friend Josie was attacked and hospitalized by her husband in March. She sustained injuries to her head and neck from being choked. She wasn’t armed. In fact, she’s never been armed. Her soon-to-be-ex-husband … Continue reading →
HONEST MISTAKE: NC Tower Climber Arrested In NJ For Possessing Firearm; This Man Needs A Pardon, And Our Help
The fourth of July marks the time when our Founding Fathers issued a proclamation to the British government. And while each year, we celebrate our new found liberty and freedom with fireworks and barbecues – one family in North Carolina … Continue reading →
Ex Threatens To “Kill Everybody Inside” Home, Then Tries To Break In; Is Immediately Shot By Homeowner
UPPER MARLBORO, MARYLAND — With children inside the home, an angry ex of the homeowner tried breaking into the home with a screwdriver. The night before, he called the homeowner and threatened to come over and “Kill Everybody Inside”. Luckily … Continue reading →
POCKET CARRY TO THE RESCUE: Man Shoots Thugs During Attempted Robbery While Getting Into His Car
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — A pocket-carrying concealed carrier in Nashville was walking to his car late Sunday night when a pair of teens approached him and tried to rob him. The word we’re looking for here is tried. The teens allegedly … Continue reading →
What’s Wrong With This Picture?
By Dean Weingarten via TheTruthAboutGuns.com What’s wrong with this picture? It gives the impression that small children gaining access to firearms is a big problem. It isn’t. The number of children under five who die in firearm accidents each year is, thankfully, … Continue reading →
De-escalation Of Force For Concealed Carriers
When someone presents themselves as a clear threat to your life, that of your family members, or your property – you have an obligation to defend yourself. But reality is full of nuance. Sometimes it’s hard to tell whether a … Continue reading →