by Second Call Defense | Jun 10, 2025 | Beginners 101, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
Traditionally, most people who carried a concealed handgun carried on the hip at the 3 or 4 o’clock positions or a shoulder holster, kept discreet under an outer garment. Over time, carry methods change. Over the past few years “Appendix Carry” has become more... 
by Second Call Defense | May 22, 2025 | Beginners 101, Concealed Carry, Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
This blog is based on an article originally published in Ammoland, May 19, 2025 by Dean Weingarten. On May 14, 2025, Governor J. Kevin Stitt signed Oklahoma HB-2818 into law. Known as the Defensive Display law, it specifies allowed actions in self-defense while armed.... 
by Second Call Defense | Apr 28, 2025 | Beginners 101, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Home Protection, Self Defense
No one wants to face a home defense scenario. Your heart will race, your mind will race and decision making becomes difficult. One thing often overlooked in that chaos is the impact of firing a gun indoors. The deafening report of each shot can damage your hearing and... 
by Second Call Defense | Apr 25, 2025 | Membership Benefits, Beginners 101, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
CCW Insurance typically refers to “Concealed Carry Weapon Insurance” or “Concealed Carry Insurance.” It is a type of legal defense coverage designed for people who legally carry concealed firearms for self-defense purposes. Although commonly thought of as an insurance... 
by Second Call Defense | Apr 2, 2025 | Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Self Defense
In a self-defense situation, identifying your target(s) is non-negotiable. A split-second decision may be the difference between stopping a threat(s) and making a tragic mistake. That’s why weapon-mounted lights (WMLs) and handheld tactical lights are valuable tools... 
by Second Call Defense | Feb 14, 2025 | Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, 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.... 