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 | Jan 26, 2026 | Featured Stories, General, Home Protection, Self Defense, True Stories
January 26, 2025 A deadly home invasion in Gulfport, Mississippi, on Thursday morning underscores the frightening reality that violent threats can escalate quickly, and the critical role self-defense can play when escape is no longer an option. According to the... 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 | Jan 8, 2026 | Featured Stories, Home Protection, Self Defense, True Stories
Self-Defense Stories: Fort Smith Man Defends Family From Intruder December 23, 2025 A Fort Smith man shot and killed an intruder Sunday night while trying to protect his girlfriend and three children during a frightening attempted break-in. Police say the intruder... by Prism | Nov 20, 2025 | Featured Stories, General, Gun Safety & Storage, Home Protection
With the holidays approaching, many families will be welcoming multiple generations under one roof. And as every parent knows, curious kids have a knack for finding their way into rooms, closets, and places they probably shouldn’t—but kids will be kids. For gun-owning... by Second Call Defense | Aug 7, 2025 | Home Protection, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
Imagine waking at zero-dark-thirty to the sound of breaking glass. You grab your handgun and flashlight and move to investigate. (We don’t recommend looking for trouble, if you hear a bump in the night it’s better to arm yourself, call 911, and wait for the police to... 