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Mar 02, 2026
Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 Review: Ultra-Concealable .380 for Everyday Carry
If you’ve been looking for a truly small, comfortable concealed carry pistol, the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 in .380 deserves a serious look....
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Feb 16, 2026
Glock Gen 6: What’s New, Why It Matters, and What It Means for Concealed Carriers
TL;DR: Glock’s Generation 6 line officially dropped in early 2026, bringing industry-leading ergonomic upgrades, a re-engineered optic-ready system...
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Feb 02, 2026
MSP Pro Series Holster: The Ultimate Universal Weapon-Light Holster (Updated)
At Tier 1 Concealed, innovation never stops. Even when a product is already proven in the real world, we believe there’s always room to refine, str...
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Jan 19, 2026
Staccato P – Monsoon Tactical Build Review: Custom 2011 Built for Carry & Performance
TL;DR: This custom Monsoon-Tactical’ed Staccato P blends 2011-class performance with aggressive porting, slide machining, and a red-dot-ready slide...
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Jan 05, 2026
Springfield Hellcat .380 Review: Accuracy, Ergonomics & Real Range Results
TL;DR: The Springfield Hellcat .380 is a small, optic-ready micro-compact that shoots softer than most subcompact 9 mms. In our drills it proved su...
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Dec 22, 2025
Wilson Combat Division 77 Project One Review: Limited Edition Innovation & Real Range Data
TL;DR: The Wilson Combat Division 77 Project One is a limited-edition, sub-$4K double-stack 1911 built to push boundaries in speed, accuracy, and r...
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Dec 09, 2025
Staccato HD P4 Review — A New Era for the 2011 Platform
TL;DR: The Staccato HD P4 is the most modernized evolution of Staccato’s 2011 platform yet, bringing meaningful upgrades like Glock-pattern magazin...
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Aug 14, 2025
Can AI Make You a Smarter Concealed Carrier?
Let’s be real: AI is everywhere now. You’ve probably heard about ChatGPT, seen some wild AI-generated content online, or maybe even used it to writ...
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Jun 05, 2025
Why Your Shooting Plateau Isn’t About Your Gear — It’s About This
There’s a common belief in the shooting world: “If I upgrade my gun, my performance will follow.” It’s a belief I’ve seen on repeat over the last d...
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Aug 20, 2024
Top 10 Concealed Carry Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Concealed carry is a significant responsibility, and avoiding common mistakes is crucial for ensuring safety and effectiveness. In this blog post,...
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Jul 02, 2024
Pros and Cons of Concealed Carrying a Pistol with a Pistol Mounted Light
Concealed carrying a pistol is a serious decision for personal safety, and adding a pistol mounted light to your setup can significantly impact you...
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May 21, 2024
Elevate Your Concealed Carry Experience with the APX Holster
In the realm of concealed carry, the quest for the perfect balance between comfort, accessibility, and versatility is never-ending. The team here ...
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Nov 10, 2023
Appendix Carry is So Scary
One of the first things that comes to mind when considering concealed carry is safety. Most of us don’t really want to accidentally shoot ourselves...
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Jul 21, 2023
CARRYING WITH A SPARE MAGAZINE
When considering your EDC, or every day carry, setup, there are a lot of variables to keep in mind. One of the biggest decisions that you need to m...
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Jun 19, 2023
XIPHOS ELITE - The newest member of our ELITE Family
If you’ve been around the firearms industry the last 7 or so years, you will have probably seen a number or Appendix Carry holsters with an attache...
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May 05, 2023
BALLISTIC DUMMY TORSO VS GUNS... IN SLOW MOTION
Ballistic Dummy Lab Ballistic Torso Slow Motion - 9mm, 10mm, 50ae, .223, 6.5 Creedmoor, 50 BMG
Have you ever wondered what happens to the human bo...
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Apr 11, 2023
Axis Elite Vs Agis Elite
The AXIS and AGIS holsters are Tier 1 Concealed’s two most popular holsters, both of which have seen multiple different variations over the years. ...
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Mar 10, 2023
APPENDIX CARRY TIPS & TRICKS
Video Down Below!
This is a widely discussed subject. So, how do you do it? Or maybe a better question is, can you even “appendix carry” comfortabl...
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Feb 23, 2023
Why would you Appendix carry?
It's 2023 and you’re scrolling through Instagram. You notice about 99% of the concealed carry content you see now features a gun being carried insi...
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