It has been a fun ride teaching Defensive Shotgun for Fieldcraft Survival, and the ride is far from over. After many years of being a student and bird hunter, it is rewarding to share the shotgun with students who may select one for home defense or survival purposes. I believe the shotgun is one of …

My late mentor carried a .357 5-shot revolver and swore by that caliber. He was a Vietnam combat veteran and one of the most capable individuals I’ve ever known. Marty loved the revolver and there were plenty of times he looked at me funny for carrying a Glock (I carried a Glock 21 when we first met …