Personal protection is a hot issue in today's changing world. Currently, 42 states have some form of concealed-carry legislation. Now holders of concealed carry permits, law enforcement officers, security personnel and anyone interested in real world defensive tactics can find all the historical, safety and legal information they need in Effective Handgun Defense. &break;&break;Beginning with an exploration of the history of self-defense handguns, this book gives readers a thorough understanding of how the guns have been used through the years. A detailed discussion of today's most popular concealed carry handguns and holsters follows, aiding readers in selecting the best handgun for their personal needs. Additional chapters cover safety recommendations, fighting calibers, service revolvers, 9mm pistols and the 1911 pistol.

Armed Response is the best and most complete book of defensive shooting.

For the first time in a book, the top experts from Guns & Ammo’s Handguns magazine share their thoughts on handguns, ammo, gear, tactics, and more for defensive situations. Handguns Guide to Self-Defense is packed with useful information specifically geared toward using small arms for personal defense. A vast range of topics are covered in these articles, including: Attacks from an angle Nonstandard firing grips Controlling your gun in a crowd Aftermath of a self-defense shooting Gun jam fixes Proper trigger pull weight And much more! Discover tried and true tips, tactics, and techniques from the pros along with advice on properly selecting firearms from experts including Walt Rauch, Richard Nance, James Tarr, and J. Scott Rupp. Handguns Guide to Self-Defense covers everything you need to know about effectively hunting big game with rifles. “My experience working with Skyhorse is always a positive collaboration. The editors are first-rate professionals, and my books receive top-shelf treatment. I truly appreciate our working relationship and hope it continues for years to come.” –David Fischer, author

Progressive, Practical Revolver Training Defensive Revolver Fundamentals is the complete guide to self defense with the original defensive firearm: the revolver. In this authoritative guide, you'll learn: The revolver's advantage in defensive shooting. Carrying a concealed revolver. Reloading the revolver under stress. How to defend against a violent, surprise attack. Dealing with more than one aggressor. Understanding how your body's natural reaction to a surprise attack should influence your training. And much, much more! "The defensive revolver isn't an antiquated afterthought. It's a legitimate option that deserves a progressive and practical training approach, which is exactly what Grant presents in this book." --Rob Pincus, I.C.E. Training Company