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Second Call Defense Proudly Sponsors GunCon 2026

Second Call Defense Proudly Sponsors GunCon 2026

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...
Eleventh Circuit Fails the Second Amendment Test in United States v. Alsenat

Eleventh Circuit Fails the Second Amendment Test in United States v. Alsenat

by Attorney Sean Maloney | May 20, 2026 | Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear

In the recently published decision of United States v. Alsenat (2026), the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction involving Machine Gun Conversion Devices (MCDs), specifically “Glock switches,” by categorizing them as “unprotected...
The Rise of 12 Gauge Mini Shells​

The Rise of 12 Gauge Mini Shells

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...
The 40 S&W for Self Defense​: A Cartridge That Refuses to Fade

The 40 S&W for Self Defense: A Cartridge That Refuses to Fade

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...
Semiautomatic Pistols vs. Revolvers for Concealed Carry

Semiautomatic Pistols vs. Revolvers for Concealed Carry

by Second Call Defense | Feb 26, 2026 | Concealed Carry, CCW Tips, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Self Defense

Old-School Reliability vs. Modern Firepower Revolvers appeal to users who value simplicity, mechanical reliability, and straightforward operation. For some who carry concealed, especially those who prioritize ease of use under stress, minimal maintenance, or have...
Is the 2011 Pistol Good for Concealed Carry? (Double-Stack 1911)

Is the 2011 Pistol Good for Concealed Carry? (Double-Stack 1911)

by Second Call Defense | Feb 9, 2026 | Concealed Carry, Beginners 101, Featured Stories, Gun Safety & Storage, Guns & Gear, Self Defense

In case you haven’t noticed, a flood of double-stack 1911 pattern pistols have hit the market over the past 18-24 months, and increasingly they are being marketed to the concealed carrier. The platform has since grown from a single manufacturer to at least 15 today,...
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