by Second Call Defense | Sep 24, 2025 | Guns & Gear, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
If you’ve talked to an older shooter, you’ve likely heard: “Back in my day, we carried real stopping power—the .45 ACP.” Behind the grin and jab at “mouse guns,” there’s truth: the .45 ACP earned its reputation in two world wars and decades of law enforcement service.... 
by Second Call Defense | Sep 10, 2025 | Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, Guns & Gear, Self Defense
Choosing the right 9mm defensive ammo for concealed carry isn’t about brand—it’s about carrying a round that will stop a threat effectively and safely. Whether you use a compact or full-size handgun, your ammo must balance stopping power, recoil, and penetration risk.... 
by Second Call Defense | Sep 3, 2025 | Featured Stories, Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, General, Self Defense
Real-world self-defense is messy. If you are involved in a self-defense encounter, you most likely won’t be standing still in perfect Weaver stance on a flat, calm gun range. You’ll be reacting to chaos under extreme stress and likely on the move. Training to shoot... 
by Second Call Defense | Aug 21, 2025 | Membership Benefits, Beginners 101, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories
When you are in fear of death or serious bodily injury and use force in self-defense, your first call should be to 911, to summon help. Your second call should be to Second Call Defense for immediate real time assistance from your SCD Attorney, available 24/7 when you... 
by Second Call Defense | Aug 14, 2025 | Featured Stories, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, General, Membership Benefits
This blog provides a side‑by‑side comparison of Second Call Defense vs. USCCA legal-defense membership programs, based on current coverage offerings, costs, and recent events.* Jump to KEY DIFFERENCES and a BENEFITS COMPARISON chart. OVERVIEW Second Call Defense (SCD)... 