Chris Cerino, who runs Cerino Consulting and Training Group, offered a few tips on winter wear for concealed carry. Chris ought to know, being not only a popular firearms trainer and professional shooter, but also, as a law enforcement officer and former Federal Air Marshal. See if you can apply any of his recommendations to […]

We have partnered with CrossBreed Holsters for several years, and as with our other partners, we actually use the merchandise because we believe in it. CrossBreed makes rugged concealed carry holsters combining Kydex handgun pockets with body-conforming leather backings that we believe women will want to wear for years. Currently, for on-body carry, I rotate […]

So, now that we know that we need to wear eye protection, is it enough to wear our cute aviators and call it good? The emphatic answer is NO! While these sunglasses block the sun, they’re definitely not safety-certified or ballistic-rated. Eyewear certification is imperative on the range. Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters With that being […]

Poor lighting can prevent your abilities to navigate around obstacles and also hinders your ability to locate a potential intruder or quickly assess a threat. Realizing that criminal activity peaks during evening hours, especially after dark, it’s important to have the advantage of illumination. We know that law enforcement carries weapon-mounted lights, and with the […]

With the cold weather behind us and long, summer days ahead, it’s time to get out to the shooting range and knock off the rust. I recently asked a few well-known instructors across the country to name some range drills they would suggest to get back on target.  Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters Donna Anthony Donna […]

Summer is upon us and one of the biggest hurdles to overcome as women is how to dress while carrying a firearm. While the styles are cute, you need to make sure your holster and the outfit work well together.

Whether it’s Mother’s Day, or any of the other 364 days of the year, moms deserve to be recognized and celebrated. If you’re looking for just the right gift for the gun-lovin’ lady in your family, maybe one of these gift ideas will work. I threw in some tried-and-true items that I own, and recommend. […]

As I mentioned in Part 1 of this 2-part series, “Best Personal Gun Accessories and Gear for 2019,” Amazon is one of my favorite places to shop. For Part 2, Tactical Gun Accessories, I looked to several well-known companies, as well as online stores to find practical, tactical gun accessories.  She Shoots 2 is sponsored […]

The following accessories and gun gear products are some that I’d choose to make my gun unique to me, and ones that I use regularly. Some are even listed on Amazon’s “Top Sellers” in “Gun Accessories & Parts,” and I agree that they are “must-haves.”  She Shoots 2 is sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters Gun Accessory […]

Humdrum should never describe our shooting range experience. Pack up the guns and ammo, go to the range, shoot at a paper target, reload, repeat. It takes a disciplined person to do this on a regular basis, but if you’ll add in a little “fun factor”, you might find that range drills can be both […]

Michelle Cerino is decluttering her outdoor and competitive shooting gear using tips she learned in the book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.” Her column, “She Shoots 2,” is sponsored by Crossbreed Holsters.

Since early gun-making days, gun owners have been trying to find ways to protect their firearms from weather and wear, particularly iron and steel parts. The purpose of various gun finishes was primarily to provide some type of coating that would protect the outer layer from rust and corrosion. I recently spoke with a local […]

The 1911 was designed by John Browning in 1911. Of course, that’s where the name originated. It’s a single-action pistol that uses a firing pin. The “Commander” size typically has a barrel length from 4 to 4.25 inches, as opposed to the longer “Government” barrel length of 5 inches or shorter “Officer” barrel length of […]

Stacy Bright shares 10 tips to help you remain safe during this holiday shopping season. Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

If you don’t know by now, I’m a big fan of CrossBreed Holsters. My every day carry for the past several years has been the Mini Appendix IWB, which I love! When I heard that CrossBreed was coming out with a new cutting-edge holster, which they’ve dubbed “The Reckoning,” I felt a tinge of excitement, […]

“What should I do if I’m pulled over by a police officer while I’m carrying my firearm?” This question frequently comes up in my gun classes, so much so that I’ve added a section in my PowerPoint to discuss how to handle the situation. Hopefully, you’re a cautious driver and won’t find yourself in this […]

Dry fire training is the practice of firing, or practicing the manipulation of, a firearm without ammunition. That seems easy enough to understand, but let’s take a look at the reasons why someone would want to practice dry firing, as well as some drills that are helpful.   She Shoots 2 is sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters […]

These signs can stop you in your tracks at the entrance. You know, those signs that tell you that you can or can’t carry a firearm into the building. What do they mean and how do they pertain to concealed carry license holders? What about those who carry without a permit and live in a […]

In my younger years, I couldn’t wait for winter’s arrival. The first big snowfall meant making snow forts, sledding, or even hitting the ski slopes. As I’ve aged, I don’t enjoy the cold season quite as much. Maybe it’s that every ache and pain is more noticeable with frigid temperatures, or maybe I just don’t […]

Krav Maga (pronounced “krahv mahGAH”) is a form of training that cuts out extra nonsensical teaching methods, to make it more of a strictly street violence form of self-defense. It doesn’t include any type of spiritual or meditative elements. It teaches students to respond to real life-or-death situations. Learning how to handle circumstances in which […]

Michelle sets aside her firearms, for a fishing pole in her photo feature from the bayou.

Michelle has 7 suggestions to help you diminish your chances of becoming a victim her column, “She Shoots 2,” sponsored by Crossbreed Holsters.

Getting ready for a trip to the shooting range means preparing ahead of time. As with any other adventure, packing the right necessities ensures the day will flow more smoothly. Some items are obvious – ammunition, eye and ear protection, a first aid kit, and of course, your handguns. Other items are less common, yet […]

Stacy Bright visits CrossBreed’s headquarters to find out more about the world of leather as it pertains to holsters and belts. Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

Stacy Bright found quite a few items to share in her “SHOT Show Discoveries.” Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

Stacy Bright polled a group of chapter leaders from The Well Armed Woman shooting organization and found out the top 7 firearm accessories. Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

Considering firearms training in the New Year? Stacy Bright shares resources in her column sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

Find out what happened when Stacy Bright attended The Well Armed Woman Leader Conference. Sponsored by Crossbreed Holsters.

Have you ever thought of carrying concealed on your ankle? Here’s a quick lesson on what you need to know. Sponsored by Crossbreed Holsters.

Find our what Stacy Bright learned during her trip to Rockcastle Shooting Center with Crimson Trace. Sponsored by CrossBreed Holsters.

FASTER Saves Lives is a program that trains armed staff in the schools. Who will protect your children? Who will be there in time? Sponsored by Crossbreed Holsters.