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SEEING IS NOT OBSERVING

Jul 14th 2026

The first step in the decision cycle is Observing. This is analogous to the “situational awareness” that is often mentioned but rarely def

MODIFYING A CLASSIC: THE 1911

Jul 14th 2026

Since the late 1990s it’s been possible to buy a turn-key 1911-pattern pistol that’s well set up for concealed carry. It’s also been

MAKING THE WHEEL MORE ROUNDED

Feb 11th 2026

In an earlier piece, we covered the available modifications for the Glock and other polymer-framed striker-fired modern pistols, so let’s take a

THE DECISION CYCLE

Feb 4th 2026

“Mindset" and "Awareness" are two massively over- and misused words in tacticool land. For starters, as trainer Craig Douglas likes to point out

SUPPLEMENTS

Dec 9th 2025

For good or ill, shooting… and especially handgun shooting …has been a very dude-coded activity. When I was first exposed to the industr

HOW, WHY, AND WHEN

Dec 9th 2025

When I first got into the gun business, back in the early Nineties, only a handful of states had Shall Issue carry permit systems, and permitless carr

PRACTICALLY TACTICAL

Oct 24th 2025

Beyond Basic Handgun Classes I’ve mentioned before that many handgun classes aimed toward the concealed carry customer are exactly that: classe

Sport Belt Sizing Tips | PHLster Enigma

Jan 30th 2025

The Sport Belt is an optional accessory for your PHLster Enigma or Enigma Express. It has a wider, stretchy back panel that improves all-day comfort.

Winter Concealed Carry Tips | How To Draw In a Jacket

Nov 30th 2024

Estimated read time: 15 min | Multimedia: pictures, video, text Seasonal changes in weather and clothing have a big impact on concealed

Understanding Holster Retention, How To Test Retention, and How NOT To

Nov 4th 2024

Overview Click vs No-Click Kydex Design How to Test Light Bearing Concealment Mechanics Understanding Holster Retention Good holster ret

How to Concealed Carry In Scrubs - Holsters, Carry Positions, and More

Nov 2nd 2024

When you carry a firearm in scrubs, not only do you need exceptional concealment with NO visible printing, you also need to be prepared to deal with c

Sig P365 Holster Guide: X, XL, XMacro & 380 Fits