Tis the season of resolutions. Some are kept, many slip by the wayside, perhaps to be repeated next year. We suggest an alternative at which you’re more likely to succeed: “What if?” None of us ever want to be in a situation where we need to take emergency actions. We make choices on a constant basis that help to prevent us from experiencing consequences we’re not prepared for. This year, rather than resolutions, you should ask yourself several “what if” questions so that should a difficult … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolution: What If?
Rob Wilson
Are You Prepared for Self Defense?
Are you prepared, both mentally and physically, to defend yourself should the need arise? Many of us may think that, because we’ve chosen to arm ourselves with a firearm or other defensive tool, we’re good to go. But, it’s not that simple. It’s been said that the best defense is a good offense. In the world of self-defense, that offense means being situationally aware. Situationally aware people are active observers of the world around them. They are constantly evaluating the potential for … [Read more...] about Are You Prepared for Self Defense?
Managing Risk in Your Life
Every action we take in our lives includes an element of risk. Both consciously and subconsciously, we constantly evaluate those risks and then modify our behavior. The result is a risk level that we as individuals are comfortable with. Daily activities as simple as crossing a street are relatively low risk if, and only if, we apply the commonsense criteria of looking both ways beforehand. Too frequently, we see folks so absorbed in their electronic devices that they are completely unaware of … [Read more...] about Managing Risk in Your Life
When Practice is Fun
Marksmanship is a perishable skill. If you don’t practice, your accuracy, speed and familiarity will diminish. The solution is simple: practice, practice, practice. While it may be difficult to get excited about doing dry fire drills at home, there is an alternative that is both fun and allows you to practice unique skills. Competitive shooting sports are alive and well in Northern Arizona. Almost every Saturday, there is an event happening that can offer both a fun way to practice and … [Read more...] about When Practice is Fun
It’s ‘Let’s Go Shooting’ Month
August is the national “Let’s Go Shooting” month, sponsored by the National Sports Shooting Foundation (NSSF). It’s the month that experienced shooters are encouraged to take a “plus one” with them to the range and introduce someone new to the great fun and challenges that shooting sports offer. With an estimated 8.3 million new firearms owners in the last year, there are plenty of folks who could use some good advice from a trusted and experienced friend. You may also know someone who is “on … [Read more...] about It’s ‘Let’s Go Shooting’ Month
What is the Right Gun For Me?
The most common question we hear from new customers has to be, “What is the right gun for me?” It makes sense that someone new to firearms is looking for a recommendation from a sales representative that will help narrow the selection from what can be a bewildering array of choices. Often, that rep will recommend something without fully understanding the intended use for the gun and the customer’s abilities. Typically, the choice is something small and light. Frequently, it’s a revolver. The … [Read more...] about What is the Right Gun For Me?
Why Do People Carry Concealed Firearms?
As of October 2018, there are 337,733 concealed weapon permit holders in the state of Arizona. That equates to one in every 15 adults. In 2010, Arizona passed a law that removed the requirement for a permit to carry a concealed firearm. The law states that if you are at least 21 years old and a legal firearms owner, you may carry a concealed firearm in most places within Arizona. With that many people legally allowed to carry concealed, one might ask why would someone want to carry a concealed … [Read more...] about Why Do People Carry Concealed Firearms?