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Buying The Right Gun Safes

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Gun owners have a responsibility to ensure their guns don’t end up in the wrong hands. The factors you will want to consider when selecting gun safes are protection, safety, security, and size.

Those factors are your checklist, and you will need to determine which of these you need in a safe. If you want all the factors in a safe, you look for gun safes that provide all of these factors. If you only want to keep your guns out of the hands of thieves, you will need a safe of heavy gauge steel to deter thieves. You can forego water and fire prevention. If the safety of children is your only concern, the more economical 12 gauge safes will suffice. When you have decided the features you require, the choices can be narrowed down to safes for sale that fill your need.

Factors to Look for in Gun Safes

The features that aid in preventing theft are heavy gauge steel, weight of the safe, the ability to attach the safe to a floor, and the locking mechanism.

Heavy Gauge Steel Safe

Heavy gauge steel is an important deterrent for thieves. No safe is completely burglar proof. The goal is to slow thieves up as most burglars want to run in, grab what they can, and be out within a short time. With steel, the smaller the gauge is, the thicker the steel will be. Inexpensive safes most commonly use 12 gauge steel which is easily entered with common tools.

Choose the best gauge your budget allows and, if it is within your budget, choose at least a 10 or 7 gauge steel. A 10 gauge steel gun safe can weigh 1,000 lbs. or more. Due to the weight of a gun safe, you may prefer to have multiple safes, rather than one large safe. Multiple anchored safes do have the advantage of reducing weight for movement, and decrease the chances of a thief getting all of your guns.

Safe Attachment

Attaching a safe to the floor is another safeguard to deter thieves. This will require holes to be drilled into the floor, and you will have to know how many holes, what size holes and the exact distance between them. Before you buy ensure the owner’s manual provides this information.

Use large washers on the inside of the safe around bolts to prevent thieves from simply ripping the bolts out of the bottom of a 12 gauge safe. Another tip is to attach a 4 × 4 post across the bottom of floor joists and attach the bolts through the 4 × 4 and secure with a nuts. Most homes sub-floors are made of ½ or ¾ inch plywood, and the anchors for a safe will easily pull out of this material. The stronger the anchor, the more time it will take them to succeed.

The Door & Lock

The door and lock are the point at which most burglars will attempt to gain access. Pins are used to lock down the door to the safe. One inch pins are standard in most safes and are generally adequate. Larger and more numerous pins are even better, but will increase the cost of the safe. Higher grade safes will also have pins at the top, bottom, and corners as well.

The type of lock is another factor to consider in securing a safe. Your standard lock will suffice for keeping children out of it. For thieves you need the best lock possible. Electronic locks are popular for convenient and fast access; they are also the root of most problems with gun safes. The most common concern is with batteries, which must be routinely replaced.

Mechanical dial locks last and last, but it can take time to open, a negative if you need fast access for home defense. Key locks are the easiest to use but are no competition for a skilled burglar. Biometric gun safes locks are the most secure, but also require battery power and routine replacement.

Fireproof

If you choose a fireproof gun safe, fire rating will be a critical factor to consider. The majority of today’s fire resistant safes meet basic fire protection standards, with the minimum being able to withstand a 1200º F temperature for up to 30 minutes. This means the temperature inside the safe shouldn’t exceed about 275 degrees during those 30 minutes. At higher cost, a premium safe might be rated at 1200° F for up to 100 minutes. In determining the fire rating of a safe you should consider the response time of your local or attending fire department.

Gun Safes For Sale at GrabAGun

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Concealed Carry in The Cold

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You are never too old to learn, and yesterday I learned a lesson. I found that I was completely unprepared for the unexpected snow that fell leaving thousands (and reportedly hundreds of thousands) stuck on iced over highways. Unprepared, that is, from a concealed carry perspective.

Conceal Carry in Any Situation

Bundling up to withstand the frigid temperature left me with the dilemma of where to carry my pistol that provided easy access. Since I don’t wear thermals, I had to make do with some different winter accessories around my house. it was too cold to leave my coat open. In fact I had to wear two coats, a light one and a heavier one.

I wore sweat pants, plus pants, thick cotton wicking socks with leather hiking boots, a sweat shirt, two coats, and a pair of gloves. I felt like a stuffed duck, and walked about like one. My outer coat pockets wouldn’t hold my pistol. If I wore a belt holster access was delayed by two zipped coats, an ankle holster was out period, my carry isn’t a derringer (though I do have a little .38), and even if it had been, my boots would have prevented the carry.

Insulated coveralls would have kept me warm without all the layers, but I couldn’t conceal a weapon, nor could I carry a rifle around in public view without scaring people to death. My goal was to help stranded motorists, not frighten them. Besides, the zipper had broken on my coveralls. A thigh holster or possibly a shoulder holster would have worked but I have never bought one. This spawned an online investigation of holsters for a winter concealed carry, and a decision to update my winter closet to accommodate an icy Deep South.

Concealed Carry Items For Winter

  1. Concealed Carry Coats-Offer pockets designed with concealed carry pistols in mind and provide easy access. Great solution!
  2. Cargo Pants-These have pockets on the thighs, some of which are very large and deep. The ones my son wears would easily hold a full sized pistol. Most of them easily accommodate a concealed carry pistol. Personally, my arms are too short for fast access to cargo pockets.
  3. Coats with Pocket Sleeves-I can see it being difficult to access but it would be better than no access at all.
  4. Faux Pocket Coats- Coats with a false pocket that allows access to belt or shoulder weapons. Another great solution!
  5. Fanny Packs-Any well-constructed fanny pack will work, but concealed carry fanny packs are made for a weapon and provide ambidextrous access unlike a typical fanny pack. Many that I saw provide storage for extra magazines.
  6. Tactical Vests-Great as long as the coat is open. My Ranger vest would have been fine if it would have fit over my coats. I generally wear it in the woods, under an open coat in the winter. Winters are being redefined for the south this year however, and require some creativity.
  7. Hunters’ Vests- These vests are a potential possibility with their pockets. Years ago I had a hunter’s orange quilted fur lined vest with removable sleeves. Warm with deep pockets and much longer than most. It was oversized enough to wear over a coat.

GrabAGun Helps You Conceal

In my region, snow and ice are rare. We don’t get enough snow plinking to count but we do get cold. Shooting with gloves is definitely an adjustment. If you aren’t used to shooting with gloves, try fingerless gloves to start with. Be cautious of gloves, some cause slippage when trying to handle a gun.

GrabAGun has a large selection of gun holsters, including a great selection of winter options including jackets, IWB holsters, OWB holsters, and much more for your concealed carry pistol needs. We offer one of the largest inventories of guns for sale online, optics, and much more. Give us a call, we will be happy to assist you.

How to Care For Your Concealed Carry Pistol

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Cleaning Your Concealed Carry Pistol

Providing maintenance and cleaning for concealed carry pistols is not an option but a requirement. Your concealed carry pistol can’t save your life if it won’t fire and a neglected weapon can indeed let you down when you need it most. Far too many gun owners fail to clean their firearms and some never do until there is a problem. That problem can be one that ends up causing injury or even death. Just carrying your weapon can change its condition and reliability, even if you haven’t fired it since it was last cleaned.

Reliability is one of the likely factors that affected your choice in the weapon you carry, but after purchase it is up to you to provide the maintenance that sustains the reliability that you count on.

Sweat

Sweat is one of the factors that adversely affect guns. It is composed of water, ammonia, urea, salts, and sugar. Sweat will, over time cause a firearm to rust. It’s a good idea to provide a spray with a little Rem Oil and a rubdown with a cloth to lubricate and protect. Go light on the oil as it can gum up the action.

Lint

Lint and other debris from a pocket can cause a real problem in your concealed carry pistol’s reliability. The lint is especially bad when carried in a pocket or purse. The contact with the fabric of clothing, pet hair, dust, grime from the oil in your hands, and our own shedding will find its way into every crack and crevice of the weapon. Routine cleaning will keep it at bay. Using gun holsters is the best protection for your firearm. It will reduce lint and other debris, but you still have to clean and maintain your firearm.

Magazines

Those who carry a revolver don’t have to worry about a magazine. It’s amazing how many people neglect to care for the magazine; yet they also tend to accumulate lint, dirt, and dust. When you clean the gun, you should inspect, clean, and lubricate the magazine as well.

The best way to clean a magazine is to disassemble it and wipe it down. There is no universal disassembly for magazines, though many of them have a removable floor plate that allows the spring and follower to be removed. Some gun owners like to lightly rub the spring down with oil, but keep in mind oil attracts dust. I use a tiny amount on a microfiber cloth, and then go back over the spring with a good rub using a clean microfiber cloth to remove excess oil.

Check For Loose, or Damaged Parts

Most modern guns for sale can take the rigors of carry and abuse. The constant motion of carrying, being sat upon, bumped, and dropped can lead to a cracked grip or loose screws and pins. Routine inspection and providing needed maintenance will ensure your concealed carry pistol will be operable when you need it.

Cleaning Safely

The number one safety factor that gun owners must realize when cleaning and inspecting a weapon is to ensure it is unloaded. Keep in mind, even though you remove the magazine a round may still be in the chamber. Look into the chamber to ensure no round remains there. Then look into the barrel from the back side to confirm that there is no lodged round in the barrel. Do NOT look into the barrel from the front. Do not consider a gun unloaded until you have inspected the chamber as well as the barrel.

The number two cleaning safety rule is to keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, treat it as if it were still loaded and keep your finger off of the trigger! It’s a sobering fact to realize that more than half of non-intentional gunshot wounds occur during activities such as cleaning, repairing, loading, and unloading guns. Be safe and don’t be a statistic.

Cleaning at GrabAGun

GrabAGun offers an extensive inventory of guns for sale, including concealed carry pistols, concealed carry holsters, and gun cleaning kits for all of your firearm needs.

Types of Concealed Weapons Permits

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Obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit

If you are interested in carrying a concealed handgun or other weapon in public, either on one’s person or in close proximity to others, you must obtain a concealed weapons permit. Although most people think of guns when they hear about carrying a concealed weapon (CCW), the weapon doesn’t have to be lethal. For instance, pepper spray in volume of more than 2oz. requires a concealed weapons permit in Florida. Though anyone may legally carry a smaller self-defense device hidden on their person without a concealed weapons permit.

In Texas, residents and non-residents may be issued a concealed weapons permit, which is not the case in every state. There is not a federal law specifically addressing the issuance of concealed carry permits, but all 50 states have passed laws allowing citizens to carry certain concealed firearms in public, either without a permit or after obtaining a permit from local government and/or law enforcement.

There are 4 state-regulated categories regarding the issuance of permits:

Unrestricted Concealed Carry

Unrestricted means the citizen does not need a permit to carry a concealed handgun. This is sometimes called constitutional carry. Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Rural areas of Idaho, Montana outside of city limits, New Mexico in vehicles, Vermont, and Wyoming residents are the included states in this category.

Shall-Issue Concealed Carry

Shall-Issue requires a permit to carry a concealed handgun, but where the granting of such permits is subject only to meeting certain criteria laid out in the law. Typical requirements include residency, minimum age, fingerprinting, passing a background check, attending a safety class, and others. Most states, including Texas, are part of this category.

May-Issue Concealed Carry

May-Issue requires a permit to carry, and the granting of such permits is partially at the discretion of the local authorities. It’s different from shall-issue in that the burden for proof for justifying the need of a permit rests with the applicant, and not necessarily the authority. States in this category are California, Connecticut, Delaware, Guam, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, and Rhode Island.

No-Issue Concealed Carry

The last category is No-Issue. This means that only with very limited exceptions, no one is permitted to carry a concealed handgun or weapon in public. American Samoa, District of Columbia, and the United States Virgin Islands are some on the no-issue list.

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Concealed Handgun License Classes

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To obtain a Concealed Handgun License (CHL), a person must enroll and finish a CHL certification class. What should you expect from CHL classes? In Texas, law requires a course of at least 4 hours, which includes many different classroom topics as well as handgun proficiency qualification at a shooting range.

CHL classes may include these topics: – Safe handling and storage of firearms – Use of force and lethal force – Handgun use – Non-violent dispute resolution – Civil liability, range commands and proficiency preparation – Concealment techniques – Eligibility, suspension, revocation, and renewal requirements – And other topics

The type of gun you can use for the range qualification is a semi-automatic of at least .32 caliber or a revolver of at least .38 caliber. You can legally carry either one of these after obtaining your CHL. You must also apply to get your fingerprints registered aside from any CHL classes.

The range qualification consists of firing 20 rounds in standing position from 3 yards, 20 rounds from 7 yards, and 10 rounds from 15 yards. The target is a B27 silhouette. If you do not pass the range qualification testing, you may take it up to 3 times before you are classified as failed. You must have 50 rounds of ammunition for each attempt.

You must be at least 21 years of age and not a convicted felon to obtain a license and it is good for 5 years. There is also a discount if you are 60 years old or older.

You will need to bring your license application if you applied online, a handgun that is in working condition, 50 rounds of ammunition, two magazines for a semi-automatic handgun (one is ok), ear protection, eye protection (or eye glasses), and clothing that is suitable for a shooting range and weather conditions.

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GrabAGun | The Premier Online Gun Store

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From the beginning, GrabAGun’s goal has been to offer a line of well-crafted firearms for every gun enthusiast, from those looking for a home protection weapon, to law enforcement and security personnel, competition shooters, and hunters.

GrabAGun offers one of the largest inventories of firearms, gun parts and accessories available for online gun sales. If you don’t find the guns for sale online in our inventory that you seek give us a call. We offer the service of obtaining the firearm you want at great prices with almost any firearms for sale being available by special order if we do not have it listed in our inventory. In addition, we offer firearms that are compliant with new gun control regulations, as well as concealed carry holsters.

With hunting season upon us we have recently expanded our inventory to provide additional hunting, camping and fishing accessories and gear, supplies and parts to keep the avid hunter in the field bagging the trophy shots. For example, we have expanded our shotgun ammo inventory to include shotgun magazines and shot shell holders to speed your reload times whether you are shooting for practice or for prized game.

At GrabAGun we are more than just gun dealers providing for gun sales. We are hunters and gun enthusiasts ourselves with a commitment to providing quality products with reasonable prices for our fellow shooters.

GrabAGun’s online gun dealers are gun enthusiasts providing guns for sale online in a wide selection of name brands.
We offer Beretta, Browning, Bushmaster, Colt, Mossberg, Remington, Sig Sauer, Winchester, and many more brands. From pistols, shotguns, and rifles, you will find a large stock of firearms available from 12 gauge shotguns for sale, to the classic and the new technology models of the 22 rifle for sale, all the way up to the popular AK-47 for sale and the in-high-demand AR-15 for sale.

Whether you are an individual looking for a home defense weapon, a hunter, competition shooter, law enforcement and security personnel, a collector of fine weapons, or just you just love to target shoot, GrabAGun offers the firearms, accessories, parts and supplies you need.

When you expect quality and value to go hand and hand, shop with GrabAGun for all your online gun needs.

Back to Basics: Semi-Automatic Handguns

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Types of Semi-Automatic Handguns

Developed in the late 1800’s, a semi-automatic handgun is a type of pistol that has a single chamber and barrel and uses the power from each fired shot to load a new round into the chamber while simultaneously ejecting the used casing from the gun. This allows another shot to be fired as soon as the trigger is pulled again until the magazine is empty.

Ammo for semi auto handguns is loaded into a removable magazine that is commonly inserted into the grip of the gun. There are no current federal US laws regulating the maximum amount of ammo a magazine may contain though several states have imposed their own restrictions. Texas does not currently have any restrictions on ammo capacity.

Semi-automatic handguns only fire one shot per pull of the trigger, unlike fully automatic weapons that will fire continuously while the trigger is held down until the ammo limit is reached. A revolver can also fire a round for each pull of the trigger, but does so in a different way and is not considered a semi-automatic handgun. Revolvers don’t automatically eject the spent casing when a new shot is fired and typically hold fewer rounds than a semi-automatic. A revolver will also take longer to reload because you must manually eject the casings and load each round separately. Semi-automatic handguns reload much more easily since you can insert a fully loaded magazine into the gun very quickly. Some self-defense experts believe that these factors alone mean that semi-automatic handguns posses a significant advantage over revolvers. With any firearm purchase, though, the best choice is the one that is comfortable and easy for you to use.

The concept and design of semi-automatic handguns has been widely accepted as the most popular type of concealed firearm and also as the primary type of handgun for military and police use. Modern semi-automatic handguns are available for a wide range of bullet calibers, commonly ranging from .22 to .50 caliber.

As with any weapon, operational and safety training is vitally important as well as proper maintenance to ensure that it is used and stored safely.

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Product Spotlight: The Glock 17

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The world of firearms is a vast one and the realm of handguns is a vast one too. With myriads of variations and permutations, there truly is a handgun for every taste, style, and occupation. However, amongst the many different handguns, few ever gain enough traction to thrive in the public arena. Whether for high costs, weight, or unreliability; these constructs struggle to find a niche where they can build a following. The Glock 17 is not one of those handguns. Designed by a team of weapons experts assembled by Gaston Glock nearly thirty-five years ago, the Glock 17 has stood the test of time better than nearly every handgun in its class. Here are a few reasons to love the Glock 17.

1. Maneuverability

Scaling-in at under one and a half pounds, the Glock 17 is a light, maneuverable alternative to most of its contemporaries. Designed with heavy use of polymer-based materials, the Glock 17 takes the prize for comfort and handling in the handgun department. With a muzzle length of seven and a third inches, you can trust that this weapon’s going to go where you want and fast.

2. Magazine

Typically, a gun that’s light on size is also light on ammunition—not the Glock 17. With a seventeen-round magazine capacity, you can think less about how many rounds you have left and more about the target. Plus, this extra ammo has no affect on the aesthetics or the handling of the gun, keeping the height at a snug five and a half inches and the width at a sleek one and a quarter inches. It’s the best of big and small with this semi-auto handgun.

3. Reliability

There aren’t many specs you can throw out to demonstrate just how reliable the Glock 17 truly is. Suffice it to say that it is used by more police and law enforcement personnel than any other handgun in the world. The whole design itself is very simple with only thirty-four parts in the entire design. This reduces malfunctions and complex fixes. When you’re in a crunch, you do not want your gun to misfire. Neither do the cops, which is why they choose this handgun.

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There is a lot more that could be said about this Glock: its rifling, patented safety mechanism, and extra features just to name a few. However, the maneuverability and reliability are at the top of the list. If you want a high-quality weapon that you can trust, go for the Glock 17 at GrabAGun and pick up your 9mm ammo as well!

The Diversity of the 1911: “1911 For Sale”

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Saying “1911 for sale” is like saying “car for sale” or “dog for sale”—it’s much too vague to be useful. Ever since its patent expired some decades ago, the 1911 has grown into a vast line of semi-automatic pistols, being produced by nearly every major gun manufacturer in the world. There are 1911’s with different calibers, grips, sights, setups, slides, magazines, materials, and much more! So, if you’re looking for that “1911 for sale” sign, you may be searching for more guns than you think. Here are a few helpful hints to narrow that “1911 for sale” to something more specific.

Explore Your Options

Once you realize that the realm of 1911 pistols is vast and varied, you will have to narrow your choices before making a purchase. One of the best ways to do just that is taking a trip to the gun range. Most ranges will have at least one 1911 that you can try out before closing the deal. When you’re at the range, pay attention to the nuances of each pistol you try. How does the grip feel in your hand? Is the recoil too abrasive or too light? Do you like the setup of the pistol? Keeping questions like these in mind will help you form opinions and preferences that will be useful when it comes time to make your choice.

Keep Your Purpose in Mind

Many shops offering a 1911 for sale will carry it in multiple models. If you’re looking for a recreational model that you plan to use on the gun range alone, then you’ll want to search accordingly. If you’re looking for a 1911 to add to your collection at home, then maybe you’ll want to check out the historical models. Remembering the purpose of your new pistol will keep you from over-spending on a pistol you don’t need as well as help you narrow down your list.

Pick a Caliber to Fit The Need

1911 pistols originally came in .45 ACP , but are now also available in numerous calibers from .22 long rifle and .38 super to 9mm and 10mm. If ammo cost is going to be an issue, then perhaps 9mm will be your best choice. A 1911 for sale could come in any of these sizes so be sure to know what caliber you are getting. In any case, know that you have options when it comes to bullet size. However, more importantly, know the costs and benefits of each.

1911s For Sale at GrabAGun

Whether you get a Rock Island 1911, Remington 1911, or Kimber 1911; this pistol could be a lot of different things. With a myriad of purposes, calibers, and prices; the 1911 represents an impressively diverse array of handguns. When choosing your first, be mindful of the wide array of choices that you can make. Take your time and do some experimentation. You’ll be seeing “1911 for sale” signs for a while to come.


The Best Handguns For Concealed Carry

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GrabAGun has great deals on semi-auto handguns and ammo for sale. In honor of these great deals, I thought I would spend some time discussing concealed carry weapons. Everyone seems to have an opinion on this topic. I’ve put a few of my favorite concealed carry weapons below.

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Kahr CM9

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I’ll start with a good economical choice: the Kahr CM9. I know what you are going to say. When buying an item to protect yourself and your family, saving money is not the best thing to go on. But this is a very solid 9mm pistol that holds 6 rounds and has a 3 inch barrel. The CM9 is super light at 15.9 ounces. It has a longer trigger pull for extra safety in this conceal carry weapon. That being said, it really is a good value if budget is an issue for you.

Smith & Wesson Shield


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A new player in the concealed carry weapons market is the Smith & Wesson Shield. In early April 2012, Smith and Wesson announced and released a new M&P pistol. This is an ideal concealed carry weapon. Not only does it have a 3.1-inch barrel, but it also has an 8-round capacity. The other feature that makes this pistol superior to many other concealed carry weapons is that it is less than an inch thick. The S&W Shield weighs in around 19 ounces so it is very easy to conceal. This is a great shooting pistol that comes in both 9mm and .40. The only issue with this pistol is your ability to purchase one! They should become easier to find later in the year, but right now they are few and far between.

Springfield Armory XDS


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The final concealed carry weapon I would like to highlight is the 2012 offering from Springfield Armory, the XDS. The Springfield Armory XDS is around 1-inch thick with a 3.3-inch barrel. It’s roughly the same size as the Shield but weighs slightly more at 21.5 ounces. The two great features of this pistol are the fiber optic front sight and the fact that it is a .45! This pistol shoots as well as a full size Springfield Armory XDM with a trigger that feels very similar to its larger XDM brother. In my opinion, the XDS is the ultimate concealed carry weapon.

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Since we are all different shapes and sizes with different shooting preferences, what works for me may not work for you. Before making your final decision on a concealed carry weapon make sure you like the way the weapon looks, feels, and shoots. Go to GrabAGun for the best handguns, .45 ACP ammo, and holsters for sale today! Want to keep up with our gun store news? Go to GrabAGun.com to sign up for The Freedom Team Newsletter for daily gun and ammo deals.