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You are on your own

This is who is coming to save you - you better prepare yourself

Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Oct 1, 2023
Updated: Wed, Oct 4, 2023

ReadyFest Preparedness Festival

Relationships are vital in emergencies - network now!

Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Oct 1, 2023
Updated: Wed, Oct 4, 2023

Shooting firearms, like any physical activity, carries inherent risks

Protective equipment is essential to safely using firearms; don’t cut corners

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Sep 4, 2023
Updated: Wed, Sep 6, 2023

Target hardening works

Defense is not just about firepower - think broadly

Posted: to First Circle News on Tue, Aug 1, 2023
Updated: Sat, Sep 2, 2023

The time is now to take the class & apply for your LTC

Legal changes are coming to MA, and they’re going to drive up cost - in money and time

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023

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Squib loads

Squib loads happen - pay attention, especially with manually operated firearms such as revolvers

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023

940 Tactical

Don’t underestimate the shotgun

Proficiency will always trump equipment, however you should always select the best tool for the job

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023

broken shotgun extractor

Maintain your equipment!

Guns are mechanical tools; replace parts before they fail

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Sat, Sep 2, 2023

people sitting on the floor in NYC subway, blood in foreground

Active Shooter Event - Are you ready?

Active Shooter Event NYC 04/12/2022

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023

Revisiting the S&W Bodyguard .380

I recommended against this pistol for years, particularly for new shooters. A simple, $6 addition changed my mind.

Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Tue, Sep 12, 2023