January 2017: 39 people were killed and 70 wounded in a nightclub in Istanbul. Things have changed. Methods have changed and we have learned so much about the threats we face. There are instances when, in hindsight, we can place a concealed carry weapon or a CCW into a situation and proclaim, “it would have stopped … [Read more...]
6 Guns to Buy Before a Gun Ban or Civil Unrest
Guns are an issue. They have always been an issue and they will always be an issue. There is always someone out there with the great utopian idea that if we simply take away all the guns we will eliminate all the crime. This idea has been proven to fail for many reasons. And yet it still might happen. So what guns … [Read more...]
9 Ammo Storage Tips Every Gun Owner Should Know
If you’re like most preppers, you’re already a stockpiling pro. You’ve got food, supplies, a bugout bag, the perfect weapons, and a great plan. Chances are high that you’ve also begun stockpiling ammunition like a reality TV hoarder. Having a million rounds of ammo is great, but without proper storage, those … [Read more...]
15 Gun Safety Tips Every Gun Owner Should Know
Over the weekend, thousands of lucky people got a firearm for Christmas. For many of them, it's the first firearm they've ever owned. If you or someone you know is a brand new gun owner, then check out these gun safety tips. They should be practiced over and over until they become second nature. Preppers know that … [Read more...]
9 Best Firearms To Have After SHTF
After the basic survival necessities of shelter, water, fire, and food have been satisfied, acquiring a firearm should be one of your highest priorities after the SHTF. In the event of a post-apocalyptic scenario, however, you may not be able to find one. For this reason, a good firearm is one of the most important … [Read more...]
2 Self-Defense Handguns For About $50 Each
There are many people out there who would love to purchase a gun for concealed carry or home defense, but they just don't have any extra money. Ever since the Great Recession began, more and more people have been living paycheck to paycheck with barely any spending money to speak of. If that sounds like you, then you … [Read more...]
5 EDC Folding Knife Features To Consider
While several icons of the American knife industry have faded away in recent years, they have been replaced by a new crop of forward-thinking knife companies that have introduced many new and innovative knives designed for EDC (everyday carry). Larger than most traditional pocket knives and more modern in appearance … [Read more...]
5 Worst Types Of Firearms To Use For Home Defense
With home invasions becoming more common in urban neighborhoods, having a way to defend your home from violent criminals is crucial. After all, the police can't be everywhere at once. So despite the exorbitant prices charged by some gun manufacturers these days, gun sales are on the rise. In fact, the AR-15 may be … [Read more...]
7 Common Gun Myths That Too Many People Believe
The first primitive firearms were invented and constructed by the Chinese in the 13th century A.D. to harness the explosive power of gunpowder as a powerful weapon of war. Since then, firearms have undergone an extensive progression of refinement from the first crude matchlocks to flintlocks to caplocks and on to the … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Everyone Should Stockpile Ammunition
If you're a survivalist, then chances are you've already stocked up on plenty of ammo. But if you haven't, this video is sure to change your mind. There are probably a dozen reasons why you should stockpile ammunition, but VP Prepping & Survival narrowed it down. Here's his top 5: 1. Ammo shortages are common. … [Read more...]
19 Ways To Use a Knife in a Survival Scenario
One thing you're guaranteed to find on any decent list of survival supplies is a knife. It's easily one of the most versatile pieces of equipment. So much so, in fact, that many survival experts believe it's the most important tool you can have with you. To the non-prepper, this might seem a little strange. What's … [Read more...]
