by Second Call Defense | Jan 15, 2026 | Guns & Gear, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, Home Protection, Self Defense
When it comes to defensive handgun cartridges, few debates are as enduring, or as passionate, as .45 ACP vs. 10mm Auto. Both rounds have proven track records, loyal followings, and strong arguments in their favor. But for armed citizens and professionals alike, the... 
by Second Call Defense | Dec 31, 2025 | Guns & Gear, Beginners 101, Featured Stories, Self Defense
Starting January 1, 2026, the long-standing $200 National Firearms Act (NFA) tax stamp on suppressors (also called silencers) – as well as on short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and “Any Other Weapons” (AOWs) – has been eliminated, dropping... 
by Second Call Defense | Oct 29, 2025 | Beginners 101, Featured Stories, General, Gun Safety & Storage, Guns & Gear
A “truck gun” (aka trunk gun, truck rifle, riding shotgun, etc.) is simply a long gun — usually a compact rifle, carbine, AR pistol, or shotgun — that someone stores in their vehicle for situations where a handgun might not be the best defensive tool. Those of a... 
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 | Jun 3, 2025 | Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear
Second Call Defense is a proud sponsor of GunCon 2025, hosted by The Gun Collective, being held on June 28, 2025, at the Twist Drill Building in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. This event aims to unite the firearms industry professionals, content creators, and enthusiasts... 