The Glamorization of Guns in the Media
How have guns become glamorized? One of the primary ways Americans learn about guns is through entertainment media, specifically movies, and TV shows. You may have noticed that firearms aren’t promoted through the traditional means of advertising. You likely won’t see an advertisement during a commercial break on mainstream TV and radio shows. Gun manufacturers […]
The Impact of Guns in Video Games Targeted at Children
Video games are more popular than ever, and it seems that the presence of guns and violence in video games is at an all time high. According to a 2019 study by the World Health Organization (WHO), 72% of adolescents in the 10-19 year old range play video games. With such a rise in the […]
How to Buy a Gun in Texas: A Complete Guide
What if you lived in Texas but weren’t able to defend your family? In the great state of Texas, about 36% of adult residents own a gun. While that’s a healthy percentage, it still means nearly two out of every three residents is unable to defend themselves and their families against threats like violent intruders. One […]
Quora vs. Reddit: What’s the Buzz on Guns and Dating?
Did you know that there is a Blue Book of Gun Values? It’s kind of like Kelly Blue Book for cars, but you get to check out what your weapons are worth online. So if you are a gun owner or you want to be a gun owner you should know that your investments keep […]
Gun Pictures: Should I Be Posting My Guns on Reddit?
What if a single moment could ruin your entire life? That’s what happens to many gun owners when they post gun pictures to sites such as Reddit. It may seem fun at the time, and gun owners may feel confident their identity is protected behind an anonymous online handle. However, posting pictures of your guns […]
What Is A Shall Issue State? (And How To Navigate CCW Permit Requirements)
Over 32% of Americans claim to own personal guns, and 44% of Americans report that they live in a household that has guns. We’re not here to necessarily talk about the percentages of gun-owning families though, but rather the rules and regulations around owning guns. Specifically, what a Shall Issue state is and what that means for you. […]
What To Do When The Police Arrive After You Have Been Forced to Draw Your Weapon?
After an altercation, responding officers need to secure their safety and ensure the safety of anyone else who may be at the scene of the incident. Because you have a gun, and either pulled or fired your weapon, their sense will be heightened and you will be considered a suspect until things get sorted out. […]
Pros and Cons of Laser Sights
It wasn’t long ago that laser sights were things of fiction and only seen in futuristic movies. They have now become mainstream for everything from range shooting to self-defense. Sights have their place in the gun cabinet but are laser sights right for you? Let’s see the pros and cons of laser sights. PROS There […]
Dry Fire Training: Does It Help A Concealed Carrier?
We don’t go out looking for trouble but at the same time we want to be able to handle trouble if it comes along. Today, ammo is in shortage depending on what part of the country you live and what type of ammo you use. You may find that the ammo you can locate is […]
