Arizona is a “Constitutional Carry” state. That means we recognize the rights granted to us in the Second Amendment and allow those citizens who can legally own a firearm to carry it in public. By carrying it in public, it means that you can choose to openly and visibly carry a gun or conceal it. No permit is required for either. It’s estimated that as many as 1 in 10 legal firearm owners in Arizona carry concealed. The question is, if the state doesn’t require a permit to carry, why would you … [Read more...] about Why Firearms Training and Receiving a Concealed Weapons Permit are Valuable
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What to Know When Buying or Selling a Firearm
There can be a lot of questions when it comes to purchasing or selling a firearm in Arizona, so we’ll try to address a few of them here. Let’s start with the most common event, purchasing a firearm from a licensed FFL (Federal Firearms License). First, you’ll need to be 18 years old to purchase a long gun or shotgun and 21 to purchase a handgun. As part of your purchase decision process, I hope you’ve had a chance to try the firearm before purchasing it. This is especially important for … [Read more...] about What to Know When Buying or Selling a Firearm
Hardening Your Home
We tend to think of our home as our castle or our safe space. We should all be fortunate enough to feel safe in our homes. While it may “feel” safe, there are several steps you can take to improve its safety. Hardening is defined as “to make or become tougher and more clearly defined.” We should all consider a little hardening for our castles. The first step is the most important and it’s free! You need to develop a plan of action for the possible situations you might face. Have you thought … [Read more...] about Hardening Your Home
Considering Guns as Gifts
‘Tis the season of gifts and giving. Some of you may be considering the gift of a firearm for a loved one. Wait, is that even legal? The first question on the ATF form 4473 asks “Are you the actual transferee/buyer of the firearm(s) listed on this form and any continuation sheet(s) (ATF Form 5300.9A)? Warning: You are not the actual transferee/buyer if you are acquiring the firearm(s) on behalf of another person. If you are not the actual transferee/buyer, the licensee cannot transfer the … [Read more...] about Considering Guns as Gifts
Safety is Priority One with Firearms
There are four fundamental safety rules that apply to all firearms, all of the time. Lt. Col. Jeff Cooper developed these rules to keep you and those around you safe. They are: Treat every firearm as if it’s loaded. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to fire. Know your target and what is beyond it. These rules may seem simple, yet, every day, folks violate them and sometimes, with the worst possible consequences. … [Read more...] about Safety is Priority One with Firearms
Hardening Your Home
We tend to think of our home as our castle or our safe space. We should all be fortunate enough to feel safe in our homes. While it may “feel” safe, there are several steps you can take to improve its safety. Hardening is defined as “to make or become tougher and more clearly defined.” We should all consider a little hardening for our castles. The first step is the most important and it’s free! You need to develop a plan of action for the possible situations you might face. Have you … [Read more...] about Hardening Your Home
Why are You Carrying a Gun?
Many of us who regularly carry a firearm in public (either concealed or in the open) have been asked why we would choose to do that. A recent survey found that 32% (81 million) of adults in this country own at least one firearm. More than half of them (56%) choose to carry one for personal defense. That begs the question, why would so many people, many of whom we know and trust, feel the need to live their lives armed? Those who carry hear from some politicians and many in the media that … [Read more...] about Why are You Carrying a Gun?
Hardening Your Home
We tend to think of our home as our castle or our safe space. We should all be fortunate enough to feel safe in our homes. While it may “feel” safe, there are several steps you can take to improve its safety. Hardening is defined as “to make or become tougher and more clearly defined.” We should all consider a little hardening for our castles. The first step is the most important and it’s free! You need to develop a plan of action for the possible situations you might face. Have you … [Read more...] about Hardening Your Home
New Year’s Resolution: What If?
Tis the season of resolutions. Some are kept, many slip by the wayside, perhaps to be repeated next year. We suggest an alternative at which you’re more likely to succeed: “What if?” None of us ever want to be in a situation where we need to take emergency actions. We make choices on a constant basis that help to prevent us from experiencing consequences we’re not prepared for. This year, rather than resolutions, you should ask yourself several “what if” questions so that should a difficult … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolution: What If?
Are You Prepared for Self Defense?
Are you prepared, both mentally and physically, to defend yourself should the need arise? Many of us may think that, because we’ve chosen to arm ourselves with a firearm or other defensive tool, we’re good to go. But, it’s not that simple. It’s been said that the best defense is a good offense. In the world of self-defense, that offense means being situationally aware. Situationally aware people are active observers of the world around them. They are constantly evaluating the potential for … [Read more...] about Are You Prepared for Self Defense?
