David Workman

Springfield Hellcat RDP: Full-Size Features in a Subcompact

Springfield has built upon the success of the original Hellcat by adding features typically found on bigger guns.   When Sig introduced the P365 in 2018, the concealed carry world stood up and took notice. More like jumped up stunned, really. What was this voodoo magic that allowed 10+1 rounds in a subcompact pistol? How …

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NEW Higher Capacity Smith & Wesson Shield PLUS

Smith & Wesson has joined the 10+ capacity concealed carry ranks with the NEW M&P Shield PLUS.   Smith & Wesson just stepped up their game in the compact pistol category – big time. One of the biggest criticisms of their M&P Shield, both versions 1.0 and 2.0, was limited capacity, especially after several competitors …

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Shots Fired! Now What? Overcoming Mental Blocks in a Gunfight

How can you prepare for that one time when all your skills are tested? It starts long before the encounter.   We all hope it never happens, but we train just in case it does: the one time in your life when you need to use your gun to stop a threat. Just thinking about …

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The Great Compromise: Choosing a Concealed Carry Gun

What should you look for when making this very important purchase?   One of the most common questions I get asked by students in my concealed carry license class is, “What gun should I get?” My standard response is, “It all depends.” While this might seem like a copout answer, what I’m really saying is …

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