by Second Call Defense | Jul 9, 2026 | General, Featured Stories, Gun Safety & Storage, Guns & Gear, Home Protection
Every responsible shooter knows the drill at the range: eyes on, ears on, before a single round goes downrange. It’s second nature (or should be!). But ask most shooters about their home defense plan, and hearing protection rarely makes the list. The reasoning...
by Second Call Defense | Jun 18, 2026 | Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear
When the backcountry gets dangerous, your sidearm may be the last line of defense. Summer draws people into the wilderness in waves — sportsmen and hikers, backpackers and off-roaders, trail runners and those who simply walk among trees to breathe. For anyone with an...
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 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...
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 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...
