Is This the Ultimate Mount for Your Red Dot? When it comes to building a reliable rifle setup, whether that is for home defense, your range day use, or a truck gun, every component matters from the buffer tube to the stock—but few are as overlooked as the optic mount. A high-quality mount can drastically…
A Simple Upgrade to Improve Performance When it comes to building or upgrading a rifle—especially an AR-15 platform—most shooters focus on high-visibility components like optics, upgraded triggers, barrels, and handguards. But one of the most critical upgrades you can make is hidden in plain sight: the buffer tube system. Also known as the receiver extension,…
Conceal Carry With Your Pistol Light Carrying a firearm equipped with a weapon light has become increasingly common—and for good reason. Whether you’re navigating low-light environments, training at night, or prioritizing target identification, a weapon-mounted light offers a serious advantage. However, it also creates a new challenge: finding the best light-bearing holster for concealed carry….
Carry Confidently When choosing a holster for concealed carry, hitting the range, or professional duty, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is the material the holster is made from. The material determines how well the holster holds its shape, how secure the firearm is, and how comfortable it is to carry throughout the…
Top Red Dot Sights for Tactical, Competition, and Everyday Shooters Everyday carry is something that has been around since the dawn of handguns, and it evolves each year. In recent years, pistol optics have become one of the most significant upgrades for handguns across all disciplines—whether you’re a competitive shooter, law enforcement professional, concealed carrier,…
Turn Out the Lights Most people who carry a concealed firearm train at indoor ranges or outdoor facilities during daylight hours, just standing in a well-lit lane hitting the target. While practicing shooting this way helps build fundamentals, it does not reflect the conditions where defensive encounters most often occur, the awareness of your entire…
These Austrian Pistols are in Almost Every Gun Owner’s Arsenal When selecting a handgun for everyday carry (EDC), Glock stands out as a top contender. The Austrian-manufactured handgun brand has gained popularity due to its simplicity, reliability, and robust construction. These characteristics appeal to a wide range of gun owners, from first-time buyers to seasoned…
Put your pistol right on your hip While many people enjoy concealed carry, whether that be putting their firearm in an IWB holster or a maybe even a belly band (though we don’t recommend those) some people will still carry outside the waistband with their EDC weapon right on their hip or even on their…
When Cell-Phones and the Internet May Not be an Option When building a go-bag, everyday carry (EDC) kit, or vehicle emergency setup, most people focus on food, water, medical supplies, a reliable firearm, and tools. While these are all very important components, one critical piece of gear is often overlooked: reliable communication. While smartphones dominate…
Top holster picks for everyday carry in 2026 It is no secret that one of the most popular brands of concealed carry handguns is non other than Glock. When you’re carrying a Glock — whether for personal protection, training, or duty — choosing the right holster is just as important as selecting the firearm itself….