Why You Need a Red Dot Sight on Your Pistol
The Evolution of Pistol Sights: From Irons to Electronic Red Dot Sights The evolution of pistol sights rapidly accelerated over the past 10 years, as an increasing number of shooters have transitioned from traditional iron sights to having an electronic red dot sight...
Is 5.7 Good for Self-Defense?
Since its introduction in 1990, the 5.7x28mm (“5.7mm” or “5.7”) cartridge has sparked debate, with supporters praising its high velocity, low recoil and potential armor penetrating capabilities, while critics question it’s stopping power and high ammunition costs....
The Benefits of Frangible Ammunition: Safety, Efficiency, and Practical Applications
We who have chosen to defend ourselves with firearms generally know more about “gun stuff” than those not in the community of lawful gun owners. A lesser-known topic, even among those “in the know” is the role of frangible ammunition. It is not widely available in...
Semiautomatics for Self-Defense
Semiautomatic firearms are popular choices for self-defense in the U.S, due to their reliability, ease of use, and wide range of calibers and long gun and handgun options. Self-defense situations demand speed and reliability, qualities that semi-automatic firearms...
