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Pepper Spray vs Tear Gas: How They are Different and Similar

Pepper Spray vs Tear Gas

Pepper Spray vs Tear Gas

Tear gas and pepper sprays differ in chemical makeup, physical effects, and modes of delivery. You will learn about these differences in this article.

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5 Reasons You Should Own and Love .22LR Pistols

Walther P22 and FDE Ruger 22/45 Mark IV tactical

Andrew’s Walther P22 and Ruger 22/45 Mark IV tactical

I have two 22 pistols and I absolutely love them. They get most of my trigger time. I have been thinking about what makes shooting 22 pistols such a great experience. I did some thinking and some research. This is what I learned about why owning a 22 pistol is great idea.

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How To Use Pepper Spray

Lady pepper spraying man

It’s super important to learn how to use pepper spray correctly. Poorly used pepper spray can be taken away or be effective against an attacker. Also, using pepper spray illegally can result in criminal prosecution. I have used 26 pepper sprays and did other research. This is what I learned.

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7 Ruger 22/45 Accessories and Upgrades

Ruger 22/45 Mark IV FDE

Andrew’s 22/45

I like my Ruger 22/45. It’s super fun. I enjoy shooting it as much as my 9mm EDC pistol. However, there are some high value upgrades and accessoriesfor the 22/45. Everything on this list will make shooting your 22/45 more fun and more effective as a practice pistol.

I own and like all of the accessories in this list. I made an effort to rank them in order of importance.

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7 Walther P22 Upgrades and Accessories

Concealed Carry Andrew's Walther P22

Andrew’s Walther P22

I’ve been shooting my Walther P22 for more than 10 years. It’s super fun getting lots of low cost shooting with this pistol. I ran it stock for a long time, but I now enjoy shooting my P22 with several upgrades and accessories.

I own all of the things in this list except for the P22 Talon grips. I have Talon grips on other pistols and I know they are a good upgrade.

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8 Reasons to Love Sabre Pepper Sprays

Sabre Pepper Sprays for EDC

When I started testing and reviewing pepper sprays, I quickly became a fan of Sabre pepper sprays. They have great features some of which are only on Sabre pepper sprays. Also, they make several different types so there is a Sabre pepper for how you like to carry and for what size you are comfortable with. Also, Sabre’s quality control insures the reliability and effectiveness of their pepper sprays. These and other aspects of Sabre the company and their products is why I recommend purchasing Sabre brand pepper sprays.

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8 Reasons To Love Mace Pepper Sprays

is mace brand pepper spray good

When I started testing and reviewing pepper sprays, I quickly became a fan of Mace’s pepper sprays. Mace does everything right. They make several different types so there is a Mace pepper for any self-defense need. Also, Mace’s quality control insures the reliability and effectiveness of their pepper sprays. These and other aspects of Mace the company and their products is why I recommend purchasing Mace brand pepper sprays.

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Belly Band vs Strong Side IWB and Appendix Carry: Which is Right For You?

Belly band vs strong side iwb and appendix carry

All three of these carry positions are popular. They each have their benefits and downsides. I have carried with all three and I learned a lot. I compare each carry position to important aspects of concealed carry.

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Is Sabre Pepper Spray Good?

Sabre Pepper Sprays for EDC

Sabre is one of the most popular pepper spray makers. Sabre has been making pepper sprays for decades, and offers a large variety of pepper sprays.

I researched various aspects of Sabre Security Equipment Corporation. Also, I purchased and tested several Sabre pepper sprays including most of the pepper sprays reviewed in this article. Sabre gave me some pepper sprays to test. In the interest of full disclosure, if a pepper spray was given to me, then I will state that at the top of the review. This is what I learned from my research.

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Is Mace Brand Pepper Spray Good?

is mace brand pepper spray good

I researched various aspects of Mace. This research includes what I learned from exchanging emails with Mace’s marketing person Daniel Brass.

Also, I purchased and tested several Mace pepper sprays including most of the pepper sprays reviewed in this article. Mace gave me some pepper sprays to test. In the interest of full disclosure, if a pepper spray was given to me, then I will state that at the top of the review. This is what I learned from my research.

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Mace vs Sabre: Which Pepper Spray Brand Is Best?

sabre and mace pepper sprays

I researched various aspects of each company. This research includes what I learned from exchanging emails with Mace’s sales director Daniel Brass and Sabre customer service.

Also, I purchased and tested several Mace and Sabre pepper sprays including most of the pepper sprays reviewed in this article. Mace and Sabre gave me some pepper sprays to test. In the interest of full disclosure, if a pepper spray was given to me, then I will state that at the top of the review.

After researching both companies and testing their pepper sprays, I learned a lot and wrote an article.

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Mace Pepper Gun vs Kimber Pepper Blaster 2

Mace Pepper Gun vs Kimber Blaster 2 featured image

I tested the Ruger pepper gun and the Kimber Blaster 2. I shot both of them on paper and a dummy head. This is what I learned.

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Is POM Pepper Spray Good ?

POM Peppers Sprays with a clip and keychain

POM Industries sent me some pepper sprays to try out. I tested them on a sheet of pepper and dummy head. This what I learned.

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5 Great Pepper Sprays For Women – Tested and Reviewed

5 Great Pepper Sprays for Women

When it comes to pepper sprays, women have an advantage over men. Because women often carry purses or other bags, they have an easy place to carry pepper sprays. This includes large pepper sprays that would difficult to comfortably conceal.

I tested all of the pepper sprays below. They are all good pepper sprays. However, they each have a different mix of pros and cons. Read about each of them to find the one that is right for you.

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9 Reasons You Should Carry Pepper Spray

Collection of Pepper Sprays

I have been thinking about the benefits of carrying pepper spray. I did some research and this is what I found.

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POM vs Sabre Pepper Sprays

pom vs sabre pepper sprays

I tested several POM and Sabre pepper sprays. Using a sheet of paper and a dummy head, I learned about the range, spray pattern, and spray color. This is what I learned about POM and Sabre pepper sprays

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Pepper Sprays with Holsters – Tested and Reviewed

pepper sprays with holsters

I purchased and tested 3 pepper sprays and their holsters. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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5 Pink Pepper Sprays – Tested and Reviewed

pink pepper sprays

I purchased and tested 5 popular pink pepper sprays. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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3 Best Pepper Sprays for College Students – Tested and Reviewed

college student pepper sprays

I purchased and tested 3 great pepper sprays for college students. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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5 Keychain Pepper Sprays – Tested and Reviewed

keychain pepper sprays

I purchased and tested 5 popular keychain attachable pepper sprays. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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Guard Dog Pepper Sprays – Tested and Reviewed

guard dog pepper sprays

I purchased and tested these Guard Dog pepper sprays. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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Disguised Pepper Sprays – Tested and Reviewed

disguised pepper sprays

I purchased and tested 3 popular disguised pepper sprays. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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5 Pepper Sprays for Runners – Tested and Reviewed

runner's pepper sprays

I purchased and tested 5 runner’s pepper sprays There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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5 Mace Pepper Sprays Tested and Reviewed

5 Mace Pepper Sprays Tested and Reviewed

I purchased and tested 5 popular Mace brand pepper sprays. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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6 SABRE Pepper Sprays Tested and Reviewed

6 SABRE Pepper Sprays Tested and Reviewed

I purchased and tested 6 popular SABRE brand pepper sprays and a practice spray. There is good and bad with each of them.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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8 Great Pepper Sprays for Every Day Carry [2020] – Tested and Reviewed

7 Great Pepper Sprays for Every Day Carry [2020 update] - Tested and Reviewed

I purchased and tested 22 pepper sprays. These 8 pepper spray are the best ones I tested.

What pepper spray you rely on for your safety is a personal choice. Read this article find out what pepper spray features will serve you best.

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Pepper Spray Guns by Kimber, Ruger, and Mace – Tested and Reviewed

Ruger, Kimber, and Mace Pepper Guns

Andrew with the Tested Pepper Guns

I tested the Kimber, Ruger, and Mace pepper guns. I shot both of them on paper and a dummy head. This what I learned. Click here or the picture.

5 Pepper Sprays For a Teenage Girl

5 Great Pepper Sprays for Women

I tested 26 pepper spray. These are the best 5 pepper sprays for a teenage girl.

The first one is especially good. It will send a location text message and automated phone call if the spray gets used.

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Appendix carry vs 4 O’clock Pistol Carry

appendix vs 4 o'clock

My holster works for appendix carry and 4 o’clock carry. I have carried in both positions. I learned there are advantages and disadvantages to both. This what I learned. Click here or the picture.

Full Size Vs Compact Pistol

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I have been thinking about the differences between full size and compact pistols and I did some research. I shot a friends full size Glock G17 and my compact CZ P10 C. I also looked at the dimensions and magazine capacity of other popular full and compact pistols. This what I learned. Click here or the picture.

Concealed Carry with a Tucked in Shirt

How to Concealed Carry with a Tucked in Shirt

Concealing a pistol in casual dress is easy. A long, loose, and untucked shirt makes a pistol and holster disappear without effort. We can’t always dress casually though. I have been thinking about how to conceal a pistol when I need to tuck my shirt. I put on a dress shirt and waistband holster to figure out how. This is what I learned. Click here or the picture.

How to Appendix Carry Without Printing

Andrew's T.Rex Arms Side Car Holster with P10C

When I first put on my appendix holster, I noticed a lot of printing. The mass of the pistol and extra magazine poked the shirt underneath and reduced concealment. After some research and troubleshooting, I learned how to appendix carry without printing. Click here or the picture.

How to Carry a Pistol on a Bicycle

T.Rex Arms Sidecar holster and cz p10c mounted on a bicycle.

Carrying a pistol on a bicycle is a tricky thing to do. I did some research and learned all of the ways a pistol can be carried on a bicycle. This is what I learned. Click here or the picture.

Off-Body Carry Pros and Cons

Messenger bag and a subcompact kahr pm40

There are several pros and cons to off-body concealed carry. Checkout this article to see if off-body carry is right for you. Click here or the picture.

How to Safely Appendix Carry

Andrew's T.Rex Arms Side Car Holster with P10C

I have been thinking about appendix carry for a long time. I recently started aiwb carry using a good kydex holster. Here is what I learned about how to safely appendix carry. Click here or the picture.

Appendix Carry For Skinny Guys

appendix carry and a skinny guy

As a skinny dude, I had to learn some things before I could comfortably appendix carry. When I first put on my appendix holster, my pistol printed like a Webster’s Dictionary publisher. After researching, trial, and error I figured out how to appendix carry as a skinny guy. This is what I learned. Click here or the picture.

Ruger vs Kimber Pepper Spray

Holding Ruger Pepper Gun and Kimber Blaster II

I tested the Ruger pepper gun and the Kimber Blaster II. I shot both of them on paper and a dummy head. This is what I learned. Click here or the picture.

16 Safety Tips For Every Gun Owner

16 Safety Tips For Every Gun Owner

These 16 safety tips will keep you and those you love safe around firearms. Practicing these safety tips is even more important than practice shooting. Remember, you are responsible for every bullet you fire. Click here or the picture.

Difference between Compact and Subcompact Pistols

Andrew Holding CZ P10 C and Kahr PM40

Compact and Subcompact pistols are design for concealed carry. However, there are significant differences between these types of pistols. Weight and magazine capacity are two of these differences. Learn more in this article. Click here or the picture.

Pros and Cons of Pepper Spray

Collection of Pepper Sprays

Pepper spray can be an effective non-lethal self-defense tool. It has benefits no other self-defense option has. However, pepper spray is not a perfect solution.

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10 Concealed Carry Pistol Drills for Self-Defense

Andrew Jordan showing how to shoot from the hip

Owning a car does not make someone a good driver. Likewise, carrying a pistol doesn’t make someone good at self-defense shooting. These drills will improve your shooting and give you the right muscle memory. Click here or the picture learn more.

How to Reduce Lead Exposure from Shooting

Andrew Jordan wearing 3M Respirator

Most ammunition contains lead. This lead will be absorbed by shooters and can cause health problems. The lead will stick and can be transferred from shooters to others. There are ways to avoid getting too much lead in the body from shooting. Click here or the picture learn more.

Stand Your Ground or Duty to Retreat, Each States Self-Defense Position

Duty to Retreat by State

I looked at the relationship between lethal self-defense and retreating for each state and Washington D.C. Some states rely upon case law, jury instruction and in the case of Oregon a state Supreme Court ruling to address retreating and self-defense. All other states address retreating in the home and in public with specific laws. Click here or the picture to learn more.

Are Hoodies Good for Concealed Carry?

Concealed Carry Hoodie

My thoughts on using a hoodie to concealed a pistol. I outline the benefits and downsides. There is a video that shows front pocket carry of my Kahr. I also made a video showing a hoodie showing my hoodie exposing my handgun because it is too short. Click here or the picture learn more.

14 CZ P10C, F, and S Upgrades and Accessories

Concealed Carry Andrew's Osprey 45

The CZ P10 series is pretty awesome from the factory. But anything can be improved including the mag release, barrel, and even the trigger. I found the best upgrades and accessories for P10C, P10F, and P10S pistols. Click here or the picture to learn more.

Is no Holster Pocket Carry Bad or Good?

No Holster Pocket Carry

This article has my take on no holster pocket carry. There are videos showing sitting and standing no holster pocket drawing. Click here or the picture to learn more.

9 FN 509 Upgrades and Accessories

FN 509 magazine extension

The FN 509 pretty good from the factory. I found 9 upgrades and accessories that will make the 509 more effective including a lighter trigger, better grip, and magazine extensions.  Click here or the picture to learn more.

9 Walther PPQ Upgrades and Accessories

PPQ Compensator pmm

The Walther PPQ is pretty dope, but even the trigger can be improved. These 9 upgrades and accessories make the PPQ more awesomer.  Click here or the picture to learn more.

7 Ruger LCP Upgrades and Accessories

Ruger LCP

The Ruger LCP is a little, and light emergency self-defense tool. These 7 upgrades and accessories make the LCP faster to use and easier to carry. Click here or the picture to learn more.

8 Canik TP9 Elite SC Upgrades and Accessories

Canike TP9 Elite SC

The Elite SC is a great little EDC pistol. It’s optics ready and it has an accessory rail. These 8 upgrades and accessories make it more effective. Light, extended magazine, and night sight options are here. Click here or the picture to learn more.

7 Sig P365 XL Upgrades and Accessories

Sig P365 XL

The Sig P365 XL is great compact EDC option. These 7 upgrades and accessories make the P365 XL even better. Click here or the picture to learn more.

7 Sig P365 SAS Upgrades and Accessories

SIG P365 SAS

The Sig P365 SAS is an innovative EDC option. These 7 upgrades and accessories make the P365 SAS even better. Click here or the picture to learn more.

8 Sig P320 Upgrades and Accessories

P320 Talon Grips

The Sig P320 is an ok pistol. These 8 improvements make it more interesting and effective. Click here or the picture to learn more.

10 Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 Upgrades and Accessories

Alpha Wolf Sheild Threaded Barrel

The Shield is a nice slim concealed carry option. These 10 improvements make it more interesting and effective. Click here or the picture to learn more.

4 Taurus G2C Upgrades and Accessories You Must See

Taurus G2C

The G2C is a budget concealed carry option. Adding a weapon light or extended magazine will make the G2C a more effective tool. Click here or the picture to learn more.

Are Tracer Rounds Legal? and 4 More Essential Tracer Questions

Tracer Ammo

Tracers make shooting guns look like a laser show. They are fun for the whole family. But they can start fires real quick. Click here or the picture to learn all about tracer ammunition.

7 Must Know Concealed Carry Considerations

There are several things to think about before carrying a handgun in public. These things include pistol selection, carry method, and the law. Click here or the picture to learn more.

The Best Concealed Carry Glocks

Glock 43X

I highlight the best Glocks for concealed carry. Options in 9mm, 40, and 45 ACP are represented. Click here or the picture to learn more.

Which State Parks Allow Concealed Carry?

Concealed Carry in State Parks

I looked for the concealed carry policy of each state and Washington D.C. States that prohibit concealed carry in parks clearly say so in rules and regulations. Several states do not address firearms in their park rules. I emailed these parks and they said park carry is as lawful as anywhere else in the state. Click here or the picture to learn more.

6 Springfield Hellcat Upgrades and Accessories

Springfield Hellcat Talon

I have found 6 super good Hellcat upgrades and accessories.

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