Beginners
Verbal Defense and De-escalation: 3 Methods
Verbal Defense and De-escalation We have talked, some, about situational preparedness in another post. Now, I want to explain a little about some of the things you should try first before even drawing your weapon: verbal defense and de-escalation. Lawyers and law enforcement will tell you: do not draw your weapon unless you mean to…
Read MoreWhat to Do When Pulled Over
What to Do When Pulled Over as a Concealed Carrier? I realize that getting pulled over can stress just about anyone out. But for a concealed carrier, it can be even more stressful because there’s a gun in the vehicle. In fact, being stressed or acting nervous when you are pulled over as a concealed…
Read MoreTravel Awareness & the “Gray Man” Concept
Travel Awareness & the “Gray Man” Concept When I did my concealed carry holster training one of the key things I was taught and cautioned was this: people live in three levels of awareness and you should be a gray man. 3 Colors of Situational Awareness 1) Green – this is a level where a…
Read MoreWhy You Should Teach Your Daughter to Shoot: 5 Steps
Do you often reflect on the life lessons you impart to your children? For those of you with daughters, the experience can feel particularly daunting. I once heard my stepfather tell me about the birth of his first child, my stepsister. He felt a mix of joy and sudden apprehension when she was born, wrapped…
Read MoreBest Gun Malfunction Practice Drills
Going to the range or running a tactical course is one thing (that we all don’t get enough of), but another thing we all could use is incorporating gun malfunction practice. In the real world, if we have to draw our weapon in self-defense, you might encounter a malfunction. We prepare for the worst, so…
Read MoreHow Often Should You Change Your Carry Ammo?
How often do you change your carry ammo? Most people probably don’t change out their CCW loads enough. But one thing you should keep in mind is that primers and powder are susceptible to extreme heat, cold, and moisture. The ammo you keep in your gun safe in the box is hardly under the same…
Read MoreChoosing a Concealed Carry Holster
There are easily thousands of different holsters to choose from when it comes to concealed carry. So how in the world do you decide on your next concealed carry holster? Well here are a few strategies to help you: 1. When choosing a concealed carry holster, decide how you want to carry. Or rather, what’s…
Read More3 Ways to Empower Your Lady to Concealed Carry
The majority of people who have a concealed carry license are men; I get that. But, more and more women are getting interested in firearms and self-defense. It’s normal to want your lady, mother, aunt, sister, daughter, etc. to learn to protect themselves; especially if you’ve had your license for 10 years and have been…
Read More10 Ways to Improve Your Shooting
#1. Improve your shooting with routine practice Are you looking to improve your shooting? Well, how many times have you been to the range this month? Or in the last three months? I’ll be honest, I haven’t been to the range since February and I need to go soon. So, I’m guilty. We all get…
Read More10 Reasons to Conceal Carry a Gun
Why is it Important to Conceal Carry a Gun There are many important reasons to conceal carry a gun, but here at Clinger Holsters, we have consulted our expert team of long-time shooters and compiled the top 10 most compelling reasons to conceal carry a gun and be secure during your daily lives. We also…
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