There is no more primitive weapon than the human hand. Before some ancient, unevolved human ancestor thought to pick up a rock and bash in the skull of his fellow…
In Mexico, self-defense groups move to fill security vacuum
In the face of persistent violence in Mexico, citizens are increasingly forming vigilante groups they say are for self-defense. Estimates vary on how widespread the groups are; one recent report…
You’ve probably heard the old adage, “Never take a knife to a gunfight.” That’s great advice. Here’s some more good advice that has never reached cliché or an adage status:…
Carrying a handgun every day involves a laundry list of considerations. Which holster should I use? Which concealing garment? Can you see the handgun if I bend this way? What…
As responsible citizens who have decided to carry a firearm for self-defense, we don’t choose a handgun because of its superior ballistics. If we anticipate needing a firearm, we choose…
Hundreds attend Seattle self defense workshop
Hundreds of men and women spent their morning attending a self defense workshop in Seattle on Saturday. The workshop was held at MKG Seattle, a fitness and martial arts studio.…
As a rookie police officer, I recall being approached by a young husband who complained that burglars had attempted to break into his home out in the country. He said…
For many years, my wife has been involved in the real estate business. Every one of her clients wants to get the best price possible, as well as selling quickly.…
One of the longstanding controversies in the world of knife tactics is the argument concerning standard grip versus reverse grip. Standard grip can be expressed in many specific ways, including…
Talk with any of the world’s top shooters and they will tell you the same thing: It’s all about the fundamentals. Execute the fundamentals smoothly and flawlessly and speed will…