Subcompact Handguns
Subcompact handguns are outstanding tools. They are great for deep carry and as a secondary weapon. The best gun to carry is the gun you have with you. Thus, if circumstances don’t allow you to carry a mid or full size weapon, then a subcompact gun is better than nothing. [...]

Handgun Optics
Used in competition for years, a non magnified red dot optic has shown to increase speed and accuracy for the operator. Recently, non-magnified red dot optics have become the standard on carbines. They are extremely rugged. The optic will probably be out dated and upgraded before the battery ever runs out. As [...]

Handgun Sights
We universally use sights from Heinie Specialty Products, specifically, the Ledge Straight Eight QWIK sight. The Heinies use a thin front sight with a wide (QWIK) rear notch that is .156” wide. For defensive purposes, this provides a good balance of accuracy and speed. The Ledge design allows the operator to easily manipulate the [...]

The Glock 19
Next Post: Glock 19 Universally, the Insights instructor cadre carries and shoots Glock 19s. The main exception to this are instructors who are issued a different gun by their employers. From my perspective, I did not choose the Glock 19 because it is the “perfect” or best gun out there. I see it as [...]

Handgun Designs
Often times I hear people say that you should select a gun that “feels the best to you. Go to the range and shoot a bunch of guns and buy the one you like.” This is lousy advice, and often results in new shooters making poor purchases. Again equipment should be selected [...]