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Richard Nance

Richard Nance is the founder of Nance Training & Consulting. He is lifelong martial artist and retired police sergeant with 26 years of service. His assignments included patrol supervisor, firearms instructor, SWAT team leader, and defensive tactics program supervisor. In addition to providing firearms and combatives courses, Richard is the Gun Tech Editor of Guns&Ammo magazine and the Self-Defense Editor of Handguns Magazine. He co-hosts Handguns TV and hosts Guns&Ammo's new Personal Defense digital video series. Richard is also a regular contributor to Outdoor Sportsman Group's Special Interest Publications (SIP) division.
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Personal Defense

You Should Carry Your Handgun the Same Way Every Time

pistol inside waistband

Consistency is king. Sticking with the same gun, holster and carry style helps assure you will be able to perform under duress.

 
 

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1911

Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy 3.5 Compact AOS Pistol

pistol with shades, magazine, and target

With the 3.5 Compact, Springfield shrinks its double-stack 1911 for better concealment.

 
 

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Semi-Auto

Kimber KDS9c Rail Pistol: Review

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Kimber's KDS9c is a 9mm, double-stack 1911-esque pistol with an excellent trigger.

 
 

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How-To

How to Utilize Objects That Will Stop a Bullet

man hiding behind front of car in shooting position

Maximize your protection in a gun fight.

 
 

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Semi-Auto

SIG Sauer P320-XFive SXG Pistol: Heavyweight Champion

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SIG Sauer's P320-XFive SXG was built for winning shooting matches and squashing the competition.

 
 

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Semi-Auto

Stoeger STR-9 Combat X Pistol: Stringent Testing Protocols

side profile of pistol

The Combat X is a polymer-frame, striker-fired 9mm pistol that has been beefed up internally in development for NATO tenders.

 
 

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How-To

Simple and Effective Ways to Clear a Pistol Malfunction

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How to fix a pistol malfunction fast and put it back in battery with your life on the line.

 
 

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How-To

How to Utilize a Speed Loader with Your Revolver

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Wheelguns are effective—even more so if you can fill 'em up fast.

 
 

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Training

How to Connect with SIG Sauer Via Their App

sig sauer connect app

Can't make the SIG academy? Try the company's Connect app.

 
 

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1911

Watchtower Firearms Apache 1911: All the Bells and Whistles

watchtower apache 1911 pistol

Watchtower's Apache double-stack 1911 is a competitive shooter's dream.

 
 

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Reviews

Beretta's PX4 Storm Compact Carry 2: Review

px4 storm compact carry 2 pistol

Beretta's PX4 Storm Compact Carry 2 comes standard with Langdon Tactical Technology upgrades.

 
 

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Reviews

Kimber R7 Mako Tactical (OI) Pistol: Sink Your Teeth

mako r7 tactical pistol

The R7 Mako Tactical, distinguishes itself from a heavily saturated market.

 
 

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