I just came back from a fun day at the range. Taking the time to clean my firearms isn’t necessarily at the top of my favorite things-to-do list. Putting it off until tomorrow would be so easy. But cleaning should be done, and it needs to be done right. Here is some information that should …
Introduction Often in a class, I will get a common question. It comes in two forms. One form is it necessary to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. The second form is it safe to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. We have to remember the defensive …
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In a recent CCL class, one student related a story about his friend being robbed. The student drew his firearm, and the robber ran away. He and his friend were so mad they chased the robber. Sometimes we have to be reminded as gun owners: “Will my action put my life at severe risk, and …
And here I thought all I had to do was grab the firearm tight. I always knew there was science behind the best grip to control recoil. I have even done a little research on my own. But, I never realized just how much I knew. Can’t you just show me the correct grip? I …
Legal Disclaimer I am not a lawyer. I don’t even play on TV. I cannot give you legal advice on castle doctrine florida. The legal information provided in this post is based upon information provided by Ryan Katz of Katz and Phillips. PA, in his ‘Are You Protected by the Castle Doctrine Outside on Your …
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Rob Pincus discusses the Five Fundamentals of Home Defense tactics: Evade, Barricade, Arm, Communicate, Respond. Thinking ahead of time about these five steps will empower you to respond more efficiently if you ever do have a threat inside your home, or trying to get into your home. Rob goes over each concept and gives examples …
The following is an excerpt from a recent posting by Katz & Phillips, PA (https://thefirearmfirm.com). Responsible Florida gun owners know that you must have a CWFL to carry a firearm concealed in most situations. However, it is not quite as clear whether you need a CWFL to carry certain other weapons. For example, a CWFL …
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The following is an excerpt from a recent posting by Katz & Phillips, PA (https://thefirearmfirm.com). Recreational Vehicles, Trailers, and Travelling with Firearms Carrying a firearm in a recreational vehicle or trailer starts with determining whether your RV or trailer is a vehicle or home. This is actually fairly straightforward. While transporting you and your family, …
YOU ARE YOUR FAMILY’S FIRST RESPONDER. Two Types of People There are two kinds of people in this world. The first is the person who is always looking for someone else to take care of him or her. These people want the government to provide for them and the police to protect them. (Some call …
In Florida, can you use deadly force to protect your property? The quick answer that you will commonly get is NO. But there is an interesting caveat that you might find interesting. The video below is from Katz & Phillips’ Gun Law 101, part 2 Life and Liberty webinar. Attorney James Phillips discusses when you …