As recently as 20 years ago, flying on commercial airlines was a relatively simple activity, and most people breezed through security and onto their flight as long as they followed the basic TSA guidelines. Since 9/11, however, the agencies have tightened security, and even frequent fliers sometimes get hung up. In addition, security systems across all areas of law enforcement, including TSA and immigration....
While weapon holsters in general have been around since medieval times, gun holsters as we know them have only been around since the 1800s. Interestingly enough, many of the gun holster designs and styles you see today still look pretty similar to the ones used throughout history. The most obvious reason to have a holster is to keep your weapon secure and close at hand. However, they were also originally intended to protect firearms from the elements and ensure the safety of the wearer.
Like most gun aficionados, you'll probably shoot just about anywhere you have the opportunity. Still, it's nice to experience a wide variety of shooting situations, including gun ranges. While you might have limited access to just a few shooting ranges in your immediate area, there are hundreds of great locations around the country, and these top ten ranges are well worth a visit if you're ever nearby. As the biggest indoor range in America, Colonial....
Whether you are carrying open or concealed or using your gun on private property or in the public sphere, you are well acquainted with the safe and legal way to carry in your state. However, the parameters change if you are crossing state lines with a firearm, and it's critical to do your homework before you travel with your gun. According to federal Firearms Owners' Protection Act, anyone who can legally own a gun can move that gun from one place to another as....
Owning a firearm is not just a right but also a responsibility, and understanding gun safety is one of the important steps to being ready to purchase a firearm. No matter what type of environments you use your gun in, these safety guidelines will ensure that you know how to operate your weapon properly. The first firearm safety rule is always to act as if your gun is loaded. Never point your gun in the direction of another person, even if the barrel is....
When you're in the market for an inside the waistband, or IWB, holster, you might end up feeling a little overwhelmed with the sheer number of options out there. If you're like the folks at Concealment Express, however, you're probably looking for something sturdy, affordable and made in the United States. The whole reason we founded this company is because we just couldn't find a reliable supplier that provided high-quality holsters, and there....
While every state regulates the sale and use of firearms in their jurisdiction, each one has different rules. Most, however, have some type of concealed carry law requiring citizens to obtain a concealed gun permit. The process is usually straightforward, often requiring education and a filing fee. Looking at the specific requirements of a few states will help you understand the variations in the law.
Chances are that before you purchased your gun, you put in long hours of research about which one was right for you. Though it may not seem like you need to put this same level of consideration into your holster, it is important to remember that how you carry your gun is just as critical as which gun you have decided to carry. Holsters come in all types of materials and styles, which means the choice can be overwhelming, especially if you are a new shooter.
The Second Amendment is a Constitutional provision that allows every American citizen the right to own firearms. How the Second Amendment is applied differs from state to state, with every U.S. jurisdiction regulated by separate state gun laws that spell out the details and restrictions in each area. It's important to understand the gun laws that apply to you before purchasing a firearm, especially if you live in Alabama, California, Texas, New York, Florida or Tennessee.
We recently launched our IWB KYDEX Holster for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9/40 with the Green Crimson Trace Laser. This is a completely different holster from the M&P Shield 9/40 Red CTC Laser IWB Holster, that is specific to the Green CTC Laser Shield.