by Second Call Defense | Oct 8, 2026 | Home Protection, Beginners 101, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. Insurance policies vary by carrier and state; consult your insurance agent and a licensed attorney to understand your specific coverage and legal exposure. If you own a... 
by Second Call Defense | Jun 4, 2026 | Featured Stories, Concealed Carry, General, Guns & Gear
Second Call Defense is a proud sponsor of GunCon 2026, hosted by The Gun Collective, being held at the Eastwood Mall Complex in Niles, Ohio with Industry/VIP Events from June 17-20, 2026. The public show is on Saturday, June 20, 2026! This event aims to unite firearms... by Attorney Sean Maloney | May 6, 2026 | Courts & Legal, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General
The Supreme Court is currently in the midst of releasing, or is poised to release, a series of decisions that will directly shape the future of the Second Amendment and the practical scope of the right to keep and bear arms. Rulings on the shadow docket, in the orders... by Second Call Defense | Apr 21, 2026 | CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Self Defense
When Less is More – Shorter Shells, More Rounds. But Are Mini Shells Right for Home Defense? Shotguns have long been valued for their versatility, power, and reliability. For over a century, the standard 2¾-inch, 12-gauge shell has dominated the landscape, with 3-inch... by Attorney Sean Maloney | Mar 25, 2026 | Self Defense, Beginners 101, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Gun Safety & Storage
Drawing on decades of experience training thousands of men, women, and teenagers in the safe, competent use of firearms and developing high-stress exercises that replicate the psychological and physiological chaos of real-world violence, I’ve learned one inescapable... by Second Call Defense | Mar 25, 2026 | Guns & Gear, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General
Few handgun cartridges have had a rise – and a perceived fall – as dramatic as the .40 S&W. Once the dominant law enforcement round in the United States, it has since ceded ground to 9mm in many agencies. Yet despite shifting trends, the .40 S&W continues to... 