Category Archives: Guns for Beginners

Gun Guru Rob Pincus: Don’t Waste Time Clearing a Carbine Malf

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Robert Farago

Rob’s the man. But I’d like to point out that there’s no way to make the smooth transition demonstrated above if  . . . wait for it . . . you don’t have a handgun. In a holster. Sure, if … Continue reading →

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Self-Defense Tip: No Octopus Hands

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Robert Farago

Train as you mean to fight. Get off the X. Find cover. Find concealment. Shoot from both. The rule also applies to gun handling. Train yourself to handle guns safely—unholstering, bringing sights onto target, reloading, transferring hands, making safe, re-holstering, … Continue reading →

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Ask Foghorn: Do Indoor Ranges Pose Health Risks?

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Nick Leghorn

Matt writes: I’ve gone to different indoor ranges because I like to rent and shoot different handguns. I can see the fans going, they all say they’re safe. But no matter where, after shooting 200 rounds or so I feel … Continue reading →

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Irresponsible Gun Owner of the Day: Hurtado Barrera

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Chris Covert

The director of the Tamaulipas state Policia Ministeriales, identified in press reports only as Hurtado Barrera, escaped from legal custody after being held for investigation for accidentally discharging her weapon in an aircraft in Ciudad Victoria, the capital of Tamaulipas. According … Continue reading →

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Self-Defense Tip: Three Concealed Carry Training Basics

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Robert Farago

I love me some Tiger McKee. thetacticalwire.com‘s go-to gun guy forgot more about gun fighting than I can remember. I think. I’m sure Tiger’s got an excellent explanation for why a gun owner would want to hold a full ammunition … Continue reading →

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TTAG’s New “Gun Facts” Section

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Nick Leghorn

Some of you may have noticed that we’ve sprouted a new page link up top. The fact of the matter is that we’ve produced so many articles refuting various and sundry lies and disinformation people spout about guns that it’s … Continue reading →

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Three Tips for Parents Teaching Kids How to Shoot

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Robert Farago

You know the trick to training a dog? Buy the right dog. You know the trick to teaching a your child to shoot? Procreate with the right woman (I’m still waiting for Malin Akerman to return my Tweet). OK, yes, … Continue reading →

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