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DJ Cavalcanti
Written by DJ Cavalcanti
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CCW & Carry

2 GUIDES
How to Get Your CCW License (State-by-State Guide)
CCW & CARRY · 15 min

How to Get Your CCW License (State-by-State Guide)

Concealed carry permits explained: requirements, costs, and training.

May 18
How to Choose a Holster for Concealed Carry
CCW & CARRY · 11 min

How to Choose a Holster for Concealed Carry

IWB, OWB, appendix — how to choose the right carry method.

Jun 23

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New beginner articles publish weekly. Topics include: red dot vs. iron sights, 9mm vs. 45 ACP, CCW in constitutional carry states, and more.

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