I recently got a job as an account manager with Gemtech, a local silencer manufacturer who supplies military and law enforcement agencies, as well as the civilian market, worldwide. There are two questions I hear frequently outside of work. The first rather annoying query I get is, “How does a woman get involved in the suppressor business?” which is usually followed by a great … [Read more...]
Keeping Guns Out Of The Wrong Hands – Mental Health & The Law
I recently read an article in Vogue called “Gun Control: Why I Want My Son on the Background-Check List.” In it a concerned mother talks about her sons mental health struggles and his violent outbursts and how, as a mother, she feels powerless to prevent her troubled son from owning a firearm. I could relate. I have two young children on the autism spectrum. My daughter is … [Read more...]
Top Resources for People New to Concealed Carry
Preparing to become one of the millions of responsibly armed Americans can be overwhelming. Carrying a firearm daily for self defense is a huge responsibility. When I first became interested in concealed carry, I remember tirelessly sifting through information, some of which was conflicting. I found it to be a bit frustrating. Being someone new to the industry, how was I to … [Read more...]
How To Buy Your Wife A Gun
“I’m buying (insert latest popular, well marketed pistol) for my wife,” some lucky gals husband declares beaming at me with pride. “That’s awfully generous of you! Did she specifically ask for that model?” I ask hoping she did, otherwise I’m going to have to have “The Talk.” “No,” he replies, “but so-and-so says it the best gun for women on the market". I cringe. Here we … [Read more...]
Bella Ballistica Shooting Glasses Review
I have a confession to make. I’m quite ashamed to admit this considering how highly I regard firearms safety. I’m publicly admitting this in the hopes that other shooters can learn from my major faux pas. I used to wear cheap sunglasses at the shooting range. Not cheap safety glasses. No, I’d been wearing $10 fashion sunglasses from the drugstore. After all, my cute over … [Read more...]