Archive for Jim Wilson

Preparing a Home Defense Plan

The time for developing a home-defense plan is long before you’re awakened by the sound of glass breaking. And everyone should be involved.

November 26, 2013

Return of the Red Label

Ruger recently announced the return of its Red Label shotgun, and Sheriff Jim Wilson was one of the first people to have the opportunity for a hands-on evaluation.

October 30, 2013

Avoidance

While carrying a concealed handgun is important, the most essential self-defense tool is your mind’s ability to steer clear from danger.

July 30, 2013

Support Hand Shooting

Support-hand shooting is not a fast-draw technique so much as it is a survival technique.

July 01, 2013

Happy Trails B-Western Gun Raffle

Support the Happy Trails Children’s Foundation by purchasing a chance to win a beautiful B-Western rig.

February 20, 2013

Selecting a Defensive Holster

You chose your defensive handgun wisely. How you choose to carry it is just as an important decision.

February 05, 2013

Moving with a Carbine

Moving is part of fighting, and should be done with practiced care.

February 01, 2013

Three Factors of IWB Holsters

Choose your IWB holster wisely, by following these three tips from Sheriff Jim Wilson.

December 06, 2012

Basic Flashlight Techniques

Here are the three most popular, and useful, flashlight techniques.

November 26, 2012

Cooperating with Police

Know how to handle yourself when dealing with police in the aftermath of a self-defense shooting.

November 13, 2012

Colt New Frontier

Colt has brought back the New Frontier variant of the Single Action Army.

September 18, 2012

Routine Traffic Stops

When stopped by police, be polite and prepared to make the encounter easier.

August 17, 2012

Point Shooting

Point shooting can be effective if practiced regularly.

August 07, 2012

Alternative Shooting Positions

Shooting from the prone and kneeling positions can provide an edge in a fight.

June 25, 2012

Movement in a Fight

In a fight, your first act should be to move.

June 06, 2012