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Is emergency medical training on your New Years Resolution list?
The likelihood of needing emergency medical training is much greater than needing your firearm
Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Jan 5, 2025
Updated: Sun, Jan 5, 2025
Update to MA requirements to gun laws
Current classes are approved for new LTC or FID; however, for any issued after 8/1/24 new class will also need to be taken prior to renewal!
Posted: to First Circle News on Fri, Sep 27, 2024
Updated: Fri, Nov 15, 2024
Man stabs 4 minor girls in MA Movie theater
Have you prepared for being part of a mass casualty event?
Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, May 26, 2024
Updated: Tue, May 28, 2024
Safety is critical
When you attend training, pay careful attention to the safety brief
Posted: to First Circle News on Tue, Apr 16, 2024
Updated: Tue, Apr 16, 2024
Is a revolver still a viable option for concealed carry?
Revolvers can be an effective home defense tool, but as a carry option while out in public? As always - It depends
Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Apr 7, 2024
Updated: Wed, Apr 10, 2024
Benefits of a revolver for home defense
If a handgun is your choice for home defense, the humble revolver has advantages.
Posted: to First Circle News on Tue, Mar 19, 2024
Updated: Wed, Apr 10, 2024
Can you run a manual firearm?
The time may be soon when semi-autos are banned - can you adjust now?
Posted: to First Circle News on Fri, Feb 23, 2024
Updated: Fri, Feb 23, 2024
You are on your own
This is who is coming to save you - you better prepare yourself
Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Oct 1, 2023
Updated: Wed, Oct 4, 2023
ReadyFest Preparedness Festival
Relationships are vital in emergencies - network now!
Posted: to First Circle News on Sun, Oct 1, 2023
Updated: Wed, Oct 4, 2023
Shooting firearms, like any physical activity, carries inherent risks
Protective equipment is essential to safely using firearms; don’t cut corners
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Sep 4, 2023
Updated: Wed, Sep 6, 2023
Target hardening works
Defense is not just about firepower - think broadly
Posted: to First Circle News on Tue, Aug 1, 2023
Updated: Sat, Sep 2, 2023
The time is now to take the class & apply for your LTC
Legal changes are coming to MA, and they’re going to drive up cost - in money and time
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Squib loads
Squib loads happen - pay attention, especially with manually operated firearms such as revolvers
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Don’t underestimate the shotgun
Proficiency will always trump equipment, however you should always select the best tool for the job
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Maintain your equipment!
Guns are mechanical tools; replace parts before they fail
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Sat, Sep 2, 2023
Active Shooter Event - Are you ready?
Active Shooter Event NYC 04/12/2022
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Wed, Aug 30, 2023
Revisiting the S&W Bodyguard .380
I recommended against this pistol for years, particularly for new shooters. A simple, $6 addition changed my mind.
Posted: to First Circle News on Mon, Jul 17, 2023
Updated: Tue, Sep 12, 2023
