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Carrying in Public Spaces: Awareness Without Paranoia
Carrying a firearm in public is a responsibility that extends beyond the decision to carry it. It requires awareness of one’s surroundings, an understanding of the environment and the ability to exercise sound judgement in everyday situations. The goal is not to live in anticipation of danger, but to remain attentive, exercise sound judgement and carry responsibly while continuing to live an ordinary, balanced life.
Everyday Carry Considerations Most New Firearm Owners Overlook
Responsible everyday carry means developing a safe, consistent routine around your firearm – from choosing appropriate carry equipment and understanding the law to maintaining safe handling habits and ensuring safe storage when the firearm is not being carried.
Choosing the Right Holster: Safety, Comfort and the Right Fit
With the growing range of holsters available in South Africa, choosing one can be confusing. Should you choose inside-the-waistband (IWB) or outside-the-waistband (OWB)? Is Kydex better than leather? And does being a woman mean you need a specially designed women’s holster?
Range shooting vs defensive training: Why they’re not the same
Range shooting builds safe firearm handling and marksmanship. Defensive training prepares you to apply those skills in unpredictable, high-pressure situations where judgement, legal knowledge and decision-making matter just as much as accuracy. Responsible firearm owners should invest in both.
When your brain goes into survival mode: How stress affects decision-making during a violent encounter
Many people assume they will think clearly and act rationally if they are ever forced to defend themselves. The reality is that the human brain is not designed to remain calm when confronted with a serious threat. It is designed to survive. Understanding how stress affects decision-making is one of the most important aspects of self-defence preparation.
Why regular training matters even if you never want to use your firearm
For most responsible firearm owners, the goal is simple: never to use it. A firearm represents security, not intention. Yet
Situational awareness: The skill that prevents most incidents
Most violent encounters don’t start with an attack. They start with a moment that could have been recognised earlier. Situational
Carrying a Firearm in South Africa: Responsibility Is Strength
South Africans make daily security decisions most people in safer countries never have to consider. We check mirrors at traffic
Your First Day at the Range: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Firearm Training
Regular practice is what separates responsible firearm owners from everyone else. Skill with a firearm is not something you buy;
How to Legally Carry a Firearm in Public: Holsters, Concealment, and Public Perception in South Africa
In South Africa, legally carrying a firearm in public requires more than just a valid licence. It demands a full
How Many Firearms Can You Legally Own in South Africa? Understanding Limits, Dedicated Status, and Ownership Expansion
Owning multiple firearms in South Africa is possible, but subject to clear limits and regulations set out in the Firearms
Comparing Three Popular Self‑Defence Pistols in South Africa: Glock 19, CZ P‑09C, and Canik TP9 Series
For South African firearm owners, selecting a reliable, affordable self-defence pistol is a decision that demands careful consideration. Among the
Choosing the Right Self‑Defence Ammunition in South Africa: Legal and Practical Considerations
Owning a legal firearm is an important step toward protecting yourself and your loved ones—but just as critical is the
Firearms Maintenance Guide
Owning a firearm comes with the serious responsibility of ensuring it is safe, clean, and fully operational at all times.
This is how much it will cost you to apply for a firearm in 2025/26
It is getting more and more expensive to arm yourself following the latest hike in firearms application prices. The South
Disarming Our Defenders: Why the Draft PSIRA Regulations Must Be Withdrawn
First published on BizNews South Africa is battling an unprecedented violent crime crisis. Every day, more than 75 people are
PSIRA Amendment Threatens to Collapse South Africa’s Private Security Industry
Published by Gideon Joubert, South African Gun Owners Association (SAGA) – 2 April 2025 On 28 March 2025, the South
What you need to know about the Proposed PSIRA Regulation Amendments
Many South Africans, especially owners of firearms are deeply concerned about the new regulations concerning private security published in the
Why Canik is Taking the South African Firearm Market by Storm
Canik firearms have rapidly become one of the most popular handgun brands in South Africa, challenging long-established names like Glock,
The importance of choosing the right holster
Choosing the right holster is a critical aspect of responsible firearm ownership, especially for those who practice Everyday Carry (EDC)
Why Everyday Carry (EDC) Firearms Are Essential in South Africa
Introduction Everyday Carry (EDC) firearms are becoming a necessity for South Africans who want to protect themselves and their families.
