Making your own shooting targets is one the cheapest way to practice your shooting (and DIY) skills and it does not need to be difficult. Use these tips to make your own shooting targets without making a hole in your pocket. You can make different types of shooting targets by using recycled materials. You can also go a bit more for reusable ones. Regardless, you don’t need to spend a lot to make make them effective.
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One of the challenges that comes with concealed carry is what to do with your gun when you are driving and when you find yourself at a location that does not permit the carrying of a firearm on their premises. Here are three great options.
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Walther CCP Gun Review
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Walther PK380 Gun Review
Left-Handed
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Walther P22 Gun Review
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Walther PK380 Gun Review
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Walther PK380 Gun Review
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Trying to understand state gun laws and compliance can be quite a hurdle. Not only do you have to be able to understand the legal jargon you have to be able to find the information! If you know where to look and have the resources you need, knowing the gun laws will be so much easier. Here are resources for some states that have more complicated gun laws that are likely to change.
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Walther PPQ M2 Gun Review
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Sig P238 Gun Review
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This is the story of the day I was ready to use my gun not just once, but twice, in two separate incidents. I live in California where the CCW process isn't a same-day process like some other states and the day I'm talking about happened in the middle of…
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All at once from behind the truck bed came 2 Hispanic punks in black hoodies, one holding a gun.
He yelled," I want this truck! Give me the f...ing truck!" Strictly on instinct, I drew my puny 380 Ruger, turned and aimed my pistol at the brat aiming at me, and yelled, "I don't think so!" This flattened the second guy up against the car beside me. I yelled again saying GET OUT OF HERE!...NOW!"
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I was coming home one night after dropping a friend off at her house, after I got out of town about 7 miles I noticed a car following me.
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Kimber Micro 380 Review
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Backup carry, what is it and should I be doing it? I will tell you the reasons to carry a backup gun and how you can start doing it!
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We all know that concealed carry can be difficult no matter what size or shape you may be. Because of all of your thoughtful responses, I was able to put together these common issues and tips for women of every shape and size.
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I was 18 years old and went deer hunting with my then boyfriend. I had no idea he had taken acid. Well before the incident happened we stopped and rested so my rifle wasn't close to me. At that point in time, he was high. He then wanted me to…
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Managing recoil can be a very daunting task. So much so, it may scare new shooters away! Find out why recoil is not scary and how you can manage it!
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Introducing your family and friends to guns is a dream many of us have! We want to share our passion for firearms and self-defense with anyone who will listen. With all of the turmoil and unrest in our country right now, this is the time many will become interested in gun ownership. So many new people are looking at guns and gun ownership in a new light due to current events. Even people who were previously against guns realize the importance of being able to protect themselves and naturally start thinking about their options.
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I was fishing a couple of places by myself while my boyfriend was out to sea for a bit. He’s in the U.S. Navy. Ever since I got my CCP and my CCW I never thought I would really need it until one day, I decided to fish somewhere in…
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We are most vulnerable during transitions, which we experience hundreds of times a day. Find out how to protect yourself during these crucial moments.
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Practicing with your gun can be budget friendly! Check out my helpful tips on how to still practice while not spending money.
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There are some things occurring that are making our task of staying situationally aware more challenging. One of these is the heightened sensitivity of others in which the slightest "offenses", which today are almost impossible to define, can set someone off. In addition, wearing masks causes us to have less information available to read people. We can't see their faces to help us assess their intent or volatility. So how can you use situational awareness and wear a mask?
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S&W M&P Shield EZ .380 Gun Review
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Recently I was pulling out of my apartment complex to pick up food for my roommate and I. As I was leaving this girl waived me down she was about my age in her early twenties and seemed a little frazzled like she needed help so I slow down, still…
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I have 5 kids and a disabled husband. My husband has always been a huge 2A advocate and carries everywhere he can. He had been mugged years ago after being out to eat with his friends at an establishment that didn't allow conceal carry. After that he urged me to…
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I have always practiced situational awareness (something that family/friends always poked fun at me for doing) and at the age of 24 I was gifted my first gun from my then boyfriend. I had practiced often with him and was always told never pull your gun unless you intend to…
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Concealed carry is just as easy as carrying your gun, right? Actually, it is so much more complicated! You have made the decision to move from being a gun owner to being a concealed carrier. This is a BIG DEAL. I can't tell you how excited I am about Concealed Carry for Women: An Online Course!
There are so many things you need to know about concealed carry and I am here to help! This course will help you start your journey with a great base of knowledge and an idea of how to progress.
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S&W Ladysmith Review
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Freedom can mean so many things through the eyes of different people. I wanted to find out, what does freedom mean to you? Well, I got my answer!
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You have a gun and you know how to use it, so you're ready to carry concealed... right? Not unless you have a concealed carry mindset.
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Heckler and Koch P30SK Gun Review
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Do you want to start carrying your gun on you but are afraid? Don't worry, all women go through this! Find out how to conquer your fear and get carrying!
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The boys pulled out knives and lunged towards me in the small Lobby. All I had was the umbrella which I held tightly.
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I drew my gun and called 911. I did not want to shoot and begged 911 to get there quick so I wouldn’t have to, but I would do anything to protect my unborn daughter
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An empowered woman is a force to be reckoned with. You’ve heard this word “empowered” used a lot and you might wonder why it is such an important focus word for us here at The Well Armed Woman. So, let's take a deep dive into what it really means and what makes a woman empowered and what empowered women do.
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I know there is so much information out there that it can be very overwhelming. So, I have narrowed down what I believe are the next 7 steps you should take to become a knowledgeable, safe, and skilled Well Armed Woman. What is next for you on your journey toward your armed self-protection?
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Walther CCP M2 Review
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The first goal is to never find yourself in a situation where your life or that of someone you love is in danger. Preventing the need to utilize any of these responses should be part of our daily lifestyle. Perhaps we missed something, weren’t prepared properly, or made a wrong choice to find ourselves in a threatening situation. Being aware of our surroundings and taking the necessary preventative steps, such as keeping all lower level windows locked or choosing to take the well lit, more active street to our parked car, can prevent a self-defense situation from occurring.
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Think about it this way: You spend the money on a gun that works best for you, endless hours of your time on training and education – why would you choose to use a holster that is cheap and will fail you when you need it most.
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H&K P30SKS v.3 Review
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Finding a great holster for your active lifestyle doesn't have to be a challenge! I have compiled a list of what you should look for in an exercise holster and suggestions for holsters that work for exercising and an active lifestyle. A safe, reliable, comfortable holster is important to have for every activity level.
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I created an infographic that provides a great snapshot of who WE are. If you want to know more about women gun-owners and their behaviors in 2019, you're in luck!
All of this great information is used to help improve and shape the firearms industry. Women have long been ignored and I am here to foster change and increase the perceived importance of women in the industry. We are mothers, wives, friends, grandmothers, and so much more. Every year I share the results of this survey with manufacturers and industry leaders to get you what you need!
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Being a Senior Citizen can mean you are a walking target for crime. Here are a few ways to help lower your target and protect you and your home!
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Understanding holster cant can be simple! Know what positive, negative, and neutral cant mean AND get tips about how to find your perfect cant.
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Smith & Wesson 38 Review
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Walther P99AS Gun Review
Right-handed
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EAA Witness Pavona Review
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Springfield EMP Review
Right-handed
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Finding great options for women's range apparel is an ongoing challenge. Well, I bring you the options you have been waiting for!
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Get your ready-to-ship kydex holsters at a deep discount! Limited models and colors available. get yours while they're in stock! Both IWB and OWB available.
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Any physical challenges we may have will directly impact our ability to handle and shoot a gun safely and effectively. Knowing and understanding how to work with them is essential to finding the right gun that can give us the confidence we need.
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Many years ago I was walking at our local high school track on my lunch break. The track wasn't near the school and had to be entered through only one gate. Chain link surrounded the track with all other gates locked. A local homeless man entered the gate as I…
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During my early 20’s I lived alone in a nice little one-bedroom apartment. My neighbors were 4 men in their 30’s and 40’s, brought in from out of state to build the new shopping center down the road. In their first month of living there, they had verbally harassed all…
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S&W M&P Shield EZ 9mm Review
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Sig P938 Review
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Pocket carry isn't talked about much, in fact, it's rather neglected. Pocket carry is a good option when you do so safely. If you take the time to understand the advantages and disadvantages, you may find that this is a viable way to carry for you. Everyone is different but with the right gun, the right holster and the right clothing, pocket carry could be your new favorite option! Here are some tips and suggestions that to help you understand pocket carry a little more.
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Recently, they released a new Concealed Carry Fashion line. You bet, I jumped on the fan bandwagon. We are all constantly struggling to find comfortable and fashionable ways to successfully live our lives as concealed carriers.
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I had just started pistol shooting and joined a chapter of TWAW. The class that Saturday was about awareness and we got a keychain with white, yellow, orange and red beads to engine us of the stages of awareness. We also practiced yelling things like “ STOP-I have a gun…
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It was about 1974 and I had just moved back to my hometown. I had rented a small red sports car and was pulled into a parking spot at a 7-11. I didn’t have a concealed carry permit but was allowed to have my pistol laying on my car seat
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The results are in! The Well Armed Woman Annual 2019 Survey data is in, and boy does it tell an exciting story! More than five thousand of you submitted entries, thank you! The information you have provided not only helps me to meet your needs at The Well Armed Woman, but it also gives me reliable data to use as I work with leaders in the firearms industry to better understand their female consumers.
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Looking for a gun? Find out what the most popular guns for women are. From a national survey, here are the top 20 gun models women purchased in 2019.
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Starting your journey as a new gun-owner is intimidating, overwhelming and can be downright scary. I have been there and remember all of these feelings well. That is why I created this online course.
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The definitive guide to all things gun safety! I want to personally thank our friends over at AT3 Tactical for letting us share this fantastic resource: The Complete Guide to Gun Safety.
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