Category Archives: Self Defense

Duty To Retreat

An old story, but I thought I’d mention it. A citizen with a gun stopped a knife wielding man as he began stabbing people Thursday evening at the downtown Salt Lake City Smith’s store…Espinoza says, the knife wielding man seriously … Continue reading

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More on the Changing Tide

Thought I’d share this story. Applications in Hennepin County for permits to carry a gun in public are coming in at a furious pace this year and should easily set an annual record, authorities said Monday. The Sheriff’s Office has … Continue reading

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Ball Ammo

I thought I’d drop this topic for people to roll around. Of course various expanding ammo is the best bet for most practical firearms applications. Be they hollow point ammo, or soft point, or some of the more novel ammo … Continue reading

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The Big Lie

Wow, now isn’t this interesting: Commentary: Guns for self-defense mean more costs, not more benefits Odd, I own and carry guns because I have a firm and researched belief that guns do more good than harm. OK you’ve piqued my … Continue reading

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Manufactured Problems

We all joke about the Anti-Rights “Blood In the Streets” and “High Noon at the OK Corral” predictions…but yet they still exist. My Dad said to me the other day: “You know they’re making open carry without permits legal in … Continue reading

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The Other Side of “Gun Death”

I don’t see it very much anymore, but often the people who use “Gun Death” use that metric to not only demonize guns, but also give the illusion of safety. “Why do you NEED a gun, we have almost no … Continue reading

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Your Views are Not Relevant

Gotta love this old saw! I’m a hunter and a sportswoman. I own guns, but not for self-defense. I support gun control laws. I would happily vote to repeal the Stand Your Ground law in my home state of Oregon. … Continue reading

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Give Him Some Love

David Price, the subject of this recent post found my story and left some kind words. He also left a link to his website where he advertises concealed carry training for Illinois residents. Just because your home state won’t let … Continue reading

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Zimmerman Makes Bond

George Zimmerman’s bond set for $150,000 As part of the conditions of his release, Judge Kenneth Lester instructed that Zimmerman not be allowed to possess firearms of any kind, nor can he use alcohol or have any contact with the … Continue reading

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George Zimmerman Probable Cause Affidavit

Here’s the document that lead to the 2nd Degree murder charge. Frankly it just doesn’t add up. Here’s a copy of the 911 call: At 2:08 Zimmerman is still in his truck and states with surprise that Martin takes off … Continue reading

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