Effective November 1st 2011 Wisconsin is now honoring the Utah permit. This is of course great news for Utah permit holders who have family or business in Wisconsin that may require traveling there often. Please remember that when you travel outside of Utah, regardless of having a Utah permit you must comply with the firearm [...]
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Confrontation Between Philly Police and CCW Holder
If you haven’t heard about this highly debated issue yet, then here is the article on the philly.com site. Below I am also embedding the youtube video which is the actual audio recording of the confrontation. My opinions are mixed. I do believe that the police were way out of line. I think that the language and [...]
Utah Adds Iowa to the List of States that Honor the Utah Permit
On January 1st Iowa was added to the State records as a state that recognizes the Utah state permit. The last two years have seen several changes in states that honor the Utah permit. This brings the new total to 33 states (assuming I can count correctly). When in doubt you can always check our [...]
Ammo Malfunctions: A Close Call!
Range Time Can Be Great…But Keep Your Wits About You! In posts earlier on this site, I’ve mentioned ammunition issues and problems. A recent experience at a concealed carry class reminded me of the importance of being aware of ammunition malfunctions, especially with new shooters. The three main ammo malfunctions are mis-fires, hang-fires and squibs. [...]
Amtrack Allows Firearms Transport…
Finally some elbow room…but still not enough! In an announcement to mainstream media, Amtrack says firearms may now be transported in checked baggage. Date of implementation is December 15 of 2010. Though many thought it was allowed earlier, apparently it was not so. With the official announcement, train passengers join their flying counterparts in being [...]
Carrying in, Homes, Malls, Restaurants…(Oh My!)
SEASONAL ISSUES WITH CONCEALED vs. OPEN CARRY I just recently read a blog about issues regarding “open carry” in a mall. The story stuck in my head and so I decided to comment and share my thoughts on this important issue. In general carrying or handling a firearm immediately increases your responsibility, need for alertness, and [...]
“Exercise” your right to carry concealed…
Keeping In Shape Will Only Help You While You Carry Concealed! During this holiday season, yes we are in December now, I can only control my urges to eat everything is sight for so long. This is not a good thing, but it does move me to write on a topic in which I have a [...]
Utah Citizen’s Arrest:: CCW Myths in Media
I have noticed lately a large number of new stories in Utah where Utah Concealed Carry Permit holders are “holding” bad guys until the cops arrive. Since news stories have a tendancy to leave out facts or paint the picture to their own liking I thought it was about time we confront the issue head [...]
November Gun Show Salt Lake City 21st-22nd
During the last year, Crossroads of the West Gun Shows attracted over 407,000 customers, more than any other gun show in America. Crossroads of the West Gun Shows are America’s Best Gun Shows. Crossroads of the West Gun Shows is hosting a Gun Show on November 21st and 22nd at the South Towne Expo Center. [...]
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