Know Before Your Swim
by Jason Hanson
On Aug 14, 2018This week’s batch of must-read article touches on the unseen dangers lurking in your local swimming holes, how to become a master lock pick in minutes, what a record-breaking fire tornado looks like and more.
An article in Security, Health, Preparedness
Pros and Cons of Off-Body Concealed Carry
by Jason Hanson
On Aug 10, 2018With more and more people carrying concealed these days, I want to share with you some pros and cons of carrying a firearm off your body — but still within range so you can hopefully use it if needed.
An article in Security, Personal Protection
Best of the Drop — Spy Gadgets
by Jason Hanson
On Jun 30, 2018This “best of” edition of the Weekly Drop is dedicated to spy gadgets — voice recorders, hidden cameras, covert self-defense tools and more.
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Three Rules for Being Followed
by Cade Courtley
On Jun 15, 2018Now, you probably aren’t roaming the streets of Iraq or visiting villages in Afghanistan (I hope). But here are some techniques you can apply if you are walking or driving the streets of your city and think you have a tail.
An article in Security, Personal Protection
The Top 12 Mistakes Preppers Make (And How You Can Avoid Them) — Part II Author: 4Patriots
by 4Patriots
On Jun 13, 2018In Part II, you’ll discover 10 ways to protect your home from an unruly mob… nine ways to ensure your children or grandchildren stay safe even if you get separated… and one of the most underrated preps you can do right now that will make your life a whole helluva lot easier in an emergency.
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Concealed Carry on the Go
by Jason Hanson
On Jun 7, 2018If you are in the car traveling, you still want to be able to quickly access your gun in case you need it. If you have to leave it in the car, you should absolutely make sure it’s secured and out of sight. Read on for specific recommendations on concealed carry in your vehicle.
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Best of the Drop — Road Safety
by Jason Hanson
On Jun 1, 2018Before you embark on a road trip this summer, there are a few aspects of car safety you should take into account. In today’s “best of” edition of the Weekly Drop, you’ll discover several ways to stay safe on America’s roadways.
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The Weakest Link of Your Home Security
by Jason Hanson
On May 3, 2018The bottom line is a good door is your home’s first line of defense against brazen criminals. This is why I want to share some stronger options for your front door.
An article in Security, Home Security
Safeguard Your Identity From Meth-Dealing Crime Gangs
by Owen Sullivan
On Apr 25, 2018These days, identity theft is so easy to pull off that just about any thug can get in the game. And the drug gangs are taking full advantage of that. Use these strategies to keep criminal hands off your identity.
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Identity Thieves Are Stealing Thousands of Dollars in YOUR NAME
by Owen Sullivan
On Apr 24, 2018When Paul retired from the police force, he thought his days of hunting criminals were over. But just two years later, the 67-year-old was being personally targeted by an identity thief… and it made his life a living hell.
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Dear Black Bag Confidential Reader,
LOCATION: Parking lot. Tucson, Arizona
TIME: 8:40 p.m.
An unsuspecting woman had just gotten in her vehicle when a strange man with a hatchet appeared out of nowhere and demanded her car keys.
The woman retrieved a handgun from her car and told the man to leave, but he ignored her commands. As he raised his hatchet to strike the woman, she shot him.
She held the suspect at gunpoint until police arrived to secure the scene and render medical aid. According to police, the woman stayed on scene and complied with all police requests.
The suspect was treated at a local hospital and is expected to survive his injuries. Currently, charges are pending against the man even though he was shot, because the woman shot him in self-defense.
The fact is this woman quite literally saved her life simply by having an accessible firearm in her car.
Have Permit, Will Travel
With summer almost here, lots of people will soon be hitting the roads to visit unfamiliar locales far and wide. So today, I want to share with you some tips for storing firearms in your vehicle.
Just because you are going out of town (or even driving to the store) and can’t carry your gun, you do have options for leaving it in your vehicle. Obviously, I’m a big believer that your gun should always be on your person, but I realize that there are places you may not legally be able to take your firearm — or maybe you don’t want to.
Now, I recommend storing a gun differently based on whether you are in the vehicle or plan on leaving it in the vehicle.
What I mean is if you are in the car traveling, you still want to be able to quickly access your gun in case you need it. However, if you are going into a courthouse for a few hours (for example), you should make sure your gun is secured and out of sight.
Read on for my specific recommendations…
You Can Take It With You
There are a number of different holsters on the market designed for use in cars to give you quick access to your firearm while you are in your vehicle.
CrossBreed makes a modular holster backed with Velcro so you can conveniently mount it almost anywhere in your car. These types of holsters are a good idea if you spend a lot of time in your car and don’t want to keep your gun on your person.
In addition to mounted holsters, you can also find holsters that attach underneath your steering wheel, allowing you to draw quickly while seated. These holsters clip to the piece of plastic that surrounds the steering column.
Another popular alternative is seat drapes. These hang down in front of your seat with a pocket holster to secure your firearm. The nice thing about this option is that seat drapes are easy to remove when not in use.
These are all great options for storing your firearm when you are in the car, but they are not ways I recommend storing your gun when you aren’t there. The fact is these methods usually leave the gun visible, which is the last thing you want to do when you are gone.
Leave It Behind
On the other hand, let’s say you always carry your firearm but work in a secure building where you can’t have it with you. You need to store it in your car in a manner that will keep it secure, hidden and out of the hands of criminals.
One of the most common places people keep guns in their cars is the glove box. But if someone breaks into your car, this is the first place they’d look. Although if you keep it locked, they might not waste their time trying to get in.
Another option is the center console, which you should also keep locked if you decide to use it. In fact, several companies make locking inserts you can put in the center console to secure your firearm.
Some of those companies are Tuffy, Console Vault and Guardian. These locking consoles are among the best options for keeping a firearm secure in your vehicle when you are gone.
If you want to get creative with your firearm storage, you could always put your firearm underneath the console. Most center consoles are held down with four screws, one in each corner. If you unscrew them, there is usually a small amount of space underneath the console where you could put a firearm.
Another option is to store your gun under the front seat. Some of the same companies I mentioned above also make lock boxes that can slide under the front seat.
Or you could simply buy a small firearms lockbox and secure it to the seat with the cable it comes with. This would prevent a criminal from stealing your firearm even if they did find the safe.
Typically, you are more vulnerable to criminal threats when you’re in your vehicle. It’s critical that you are prepared to defend yourself.
So whether you are taking your family on a road trip or just leaving your gun in your car to go grocery shopping, make sure that your firearm is stored safely and securely.
Stay safe,
Jason Hanson