Qualities of a Defensive Handgun
Not all handguns are designed with self defense in mind and some that are aren’t particularly well suited for it. Knowing what qualities to look for in a defensive handgun helps discern the good from not so good.
Tag: Home Defense
What Gun Should I Get First For Self Defense?
Selecting a firearm for self defense is serious business. There are several things to consider, even more so for a first firearm.
Home Defense 101: Fortification
This post in the Home Defense 101 series explores the aspect of fortification which hardens the home against intrusion. This slows down the intrusion process which may deter an intruder while buying inhabitants time to respond.
Home Defense 101: Deterrence
Home defense is a complex topic, but one that is important and folks keep asking about. I don’t have all the answers, but this post gets into one of the aspects I consider to be most important. That aspect is deterrence.
The 12 Gauge Shotgun: A Beginners Manual for Home Protection by Charles Marais
Folks considering or using a shotgun for home defense might want to pick up a copy of this book. It’s a fountain of knowledge that dispels myth and lays a firm foundation surrounding defensive application of shotguns.
A 2021 Guide to the Home Defense Firearm
After revisiting my suggestions for a first firearm, I realized I’ve changed some of my positions and recommendations. Most notably what I suggest now for a home defense weapon – something a lot of folks have been asking about recently.