Tag Archives: .45 ACP

Understanding the Defensive Double

Posted on 3 April 2023

Contrary to what one sees in the movies and television, defensive handgun cartridges rarely cause a dynamic physical reaction by those hit. I have seen men hit at fairly close range with the .45 ACP and with the .357 Mag. … Continue reading →

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The Custom Thunder Ranch Combat Special by Nighthawk

Posted on 21 June 2021

Clint Smith is one of my favorite people. His background includes service in the military and also in law enforcement. He is one of the best-known instructors in the defensive shooting field, and Thunder Ranch remains one of the most popular venues … Continue reading →

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Personal Defense: Doing It On a Budget

Posted on 19 April 2021

Photo by Thomas Def on Unsplash For any number of reasons, folks are becoming more and more concerned for their personal safety. These past few months have seen record gun sales at the same time that our economy has taken some serious hits. … Continue reading →

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Carry Tips for Older CCW Holder

Posted on 13 July 2020

As we get older, we must keep in mind that we can still be targets for criminal attacks. In fact, we may become even more of a target as the years catch up with us. The crooks see the gray … Continue reading →

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