Author Archive for Kevin D. Michalowski

Save Money When You Practice
One of the key elements of being effective with your concealed carry handgun is building the muscle memory you need to automatically function in a high-stress environment. The other elements include proper mindset and situational awareness, but we will talk about those later. Right now it’s all about practice. Those with a cynical view of [...]

Going Solo: Kimber’s New Concealed Carry Pistol Rocks!
I had the chance to shoot Kimber’s new 9mm Solo concealed carry pistol yesterday and I am impressed! Accuracy, reliability, power and the classic Kimber quality combine to make a great little pistol. This is everything you could want in a small 9mm. For a full review of this excellent gun, check out the Special [...]

Comfort and Concealment: You can have both!
I just had the chance to look over and try on a new holster from Nate Squared Tactical. This inside the waistband concealed carry holster is not just the best of “both” worlds, it is the best of several worlds: Comfort, concealment, retention, adaptability. This line of holsters has a lot to offer. The IWB [...]

Video: Galco Doubletime Holster Offers Two Carry Options
Editor Kevin Michalowski takes a close look at the Galco Doubletime Holster. This concealed carry holster offers options inside or outside the waistband. Michalowski demonstrates both, as well as how to convert from one to the other. Here’s a tip: You’ll need a bottle of clear nail polish. Learn About Concealed Carry [...]

Nikon M-223 Scope: A Match Made in Heaven?
Nikon is jumping into the AR market with both feet. The new M-223 scope line offers classic Nikon quality, built into scopes (six models in all) specifically designed for the trajectory of the .223 Rem/5.56 NATO round with a 55-grain polymer-tipped bullet, the new BDC 600 reticle offers shooters unique open-circle aiming points and hash [...]

New Concealed Carry Holster Stays Sweet
You know that toting a concealed carry handgun, especially one in a concealed carry holster that rides close to your body, in the heat of the summer can become a sweaty proposition. The new Model 135 Suppression holster from Bianchi features an inside-the-waistband design that is all about concealibility and comfort. Concealibility is obtained by [...]

How do you win a gunfight?
As promised, here is my take on winning a gunfight. The primary goal, for you as an honest citizen carrying a concealed handgun, is to not get shot. Getting shot greatly reduces your ability to stop the threat. Yes it is true that some people can keep fighting through a hit with a pistol round. [...]

Your View: What Do You Think About Gunfights?
There seems to be raging debate in the concealed carry crowd about gunfights. First of all, does everyone understand that real gunfights are not like you see in the movies? Do you get the whole three rounds, three seconds, three yards dynamic? Things happen quickly. You have to move, draw your concealed carry handgun from [...]

Q&A: What’s the Best Tactical Rifle Available to U.S. Citizens?
Question from Tactical Gear reader Thomas H.: “With the extensive knowledge of your experienced staff, I would like to ask your opinion. Which tactical rifle (in the U.S.) on the market is the best? Also, the same question as to semi-auto handgun in the 9mm caliber? Top three to five would be great if [...]

Streamlined Lethality: Blackheart’s Take on the AR-15 Rocks
When you handle guns for a living it’s easy to get jaded. There is a lot to see and even more to learn. In this business you get lots of calls that begin with, “We have created a new AR-15 that you are going to love.” So when Erik Lawrence of Blackheart International called, he [...]







