Concealed Carry Corner: Rating Various Carry Guns - Part 2

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at rating various carry guns. I had some great recommendations in the comments, so I decided to do another edition of rating guns this week. If you happened to miss last week's article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. Like I said, I took some of the more common carry guns as well as a few choices from last week to give you guys more ratings based on the three categories of Firepower, Mobility and Capacity. Some of you complained last week that certain guns outranked others. This is just how things go when looking at various categories. Some may score low on capacity while ranking higher in firepower. This is what makes these three categories so fun, so let's jump into rating various carry guns, part 2.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Rating Various Carry Guns

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at Firepower vs Mobility vs Capacity. That was the foundational article for this week, so if you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, we sit down and look at various handguns to rate their overall rankings for all three categories. Some may not agree, but this system of ranking firearms is one of the best ways to give a comprehensive look at and compare firearms in various categories.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Firepower vs Mobility vs Capacity

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at modern versus older-style carry guns. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to look at the three common categories that most handguns will fall under and how to choose the right one. Various handguns are made for certain situations and there are different handguns out there for different intended uses. Let's take a closer look at firepower vs mobility vs capacity.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Modern Vs Older Carry Guns

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about having multiple carry setups and why you may need more than just your regular everyday carry. If you happen to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to look at some of the more interesting carry guns that I still enjoy carrying. They may not be the most modern option, but they are still great firearms in their own way. I read articles constantly about the latest and greatest firearms, but are the older firearms still proficient? Let's take a closer look at modern vs older carry guns.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Do You Need Multiple Carry Setups?

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at some of the perks of Strong Side Carry. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to get caught up now. This week, I wanted to take an honest look at exactly how many carry setups someone needs to carry consistently. One of my favorite sayings is having the right tool for the right job, but how many different carry setups do you really need for everyday life? Some of us love firearms and want to mix things up to keep it interesting, but that's not always a great idea when it comes to consistency. Let's take a closer look to answer the question: Do you need multiple carry setups?

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Concealed Carry Corner: The Perks of Strong Side Carry

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at how important the act of avoidance is when carrying a concealed handgun. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, the excitement of appendix carrying has slowed down and more people are going back to strong side carry, where they put their firearm on their hip instead of in the front of their body. There are a few benefits to the strong side as well as a comfort factor that shouldn't be ignored. I’ve tried both styles and personally, I prefer strong side carry over appendix carry for a few different reasons. Let's take a closer look at the perks of strong side carry.

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Concealed Carry Corner: The Art Of Avoidance

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at some of the common mistakes people make when they conceal a handgun. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to look at one of the most important aspects of carrying concealed, which is to avoid any conflict altogether. It may seem silly, but there are certainly situations that are better to avoid entirely, and cues to look for that may help keep you safe in the long run. Let’s take a closer look at the art of avoidance and how to stay safe out in public.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Common Carry Mistakes

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about some less-than-lethal options and which ones are best for your daily life. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to touch on a few things I’ve seen countless people do when they either start carrying a concealed firearm or have been for a while. I’ve run into a few people who practice certain aspects but never thought of why they choose to continue these methods. Let’s take a closer look at some of the common mistakes people make when carrying a concealed firearm.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Types of Non-Lethal Items

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about the importance of less-than-lethal options when carrying a firearm. That article sets up the concept for this week’s article, so be sure to click the link here if you happened to miss last week’s article. This week, I want to continue talking about less lethal options since they are not all created equally, especially when it comes from a legality standpoint. From last week’s comment section, it seems like some completely understand the goal of less lethal, where others don’t grasp it, which is perfectly fine. That’s why it’s important to talk about the bigger picture to get a complete understanding. Let’s take a closer look at types of non-lethal items.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Importance Of Less Lethal Options

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about how less on your carry gun allows you to do more in everyday life. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to take a look at some of the options that you guys bring up when it comes to carrying less-than-lethal options. I plan on breaking this down into a two-part series where we look at some of the benefits of carrying less-than-lethal and why, legally, it may be better to have a less-than-lethal option rather than just solely relying on your gun. Some of the readers have talked about what they carry when it comes to less lethal options, and recently, I hopped on ASP to order some of the less lethal options on the market. Let’s take a look at the idea of carrying less-than-lethal options.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Why Less Really Is More

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we had some fun talking about what people carry depending on the car they drive. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to take a closer look at some trends when it comes to customizing guns as well as the overall size of carry guns. I get a fair amount of questions from readers about what size handgun they should pick when it comes to carrying a concealed handgun. Let’s take a look at how, in most cases, it’s better to carry fewer items and why less really is more.

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Concealed Carry Corner: What Your Car Says About Your Carry Gun

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week we talked about how to carry a concealed handgun around crowds and things to avoid. If you happened to miss that article be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to have a bit more fun since the last few weeks have been more serious topics that are certainly important but can weigh a little on people. We all make choices on what firearm to carry, but there are certainly times when people drive vehicles and therefore as a result, show what kind of gun they carry by the choice of their vehicle. This is a lighthearted article so if you drive a vehicle and I get your carry gun wrong, it’s okay to jump in the comments and have fun with this one. Let’s take a closer look at what your car says about your carry gun.

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Concealed Carry Corner: How To Deal With Crowds

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about the benefits of revolvers and why semi-automatic may be better in certain situations. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to take a look at some of the problems with carrying around large crowds, especially when traveling. Carrying a gun around heavily populated areas can be overwhelming at times, and there are a few tricks to help adjust to a large number of people. Let's take a closer look at how to deal with crowds.

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Concealed Carry Corner: Pros of Revolvers and Semi-Auto Carry Guns

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week we talked about the carry guns of TFB. With so many writers carrying a concealed firearm, it was a fun list to throw together just to have various perspectives of the gun community. If you happened to miss that article and want to check it out, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to look at some of the positives when it comes to both semi-auto carry guns and revolvers.

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Concealed Carry Corner: The Carry Guns Of TFB

Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at a few options when it comes to affordable carry guns. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to give that article a quick read. This week, I thought it would be fun to take a look at what our writers and editors actually carry on a daily basis. We can give you advice and write about things all day, but what do we actually carry? Let’s take a closer look at the carry guns of TFB.

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