OwnGuard Solutions’ Blog
At OwnGuard Solutions, we’re committed to equipping you with expert-backed resources for both personal and family safety. Our blog posts provide actionable tips, detailed advice, and straightforward strategies to enhance personal safety essentials, emergency preparedness, and family safety solutions. Whether you’re looking to protect yourself, secure your home, or build a family safety plan for the unexpected, you’ll find valuable ideas here.
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How to Register for an Amateur (HAM) Radio License
This time, I am going to walk you through how to register for an amateur (HAM) radio license by walking you through the steps and details involved. Overview In order to operate amateur (HAM) radio, you must possess an FCC license and utilize your FCC-issued callsign when…
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The Revolver
Although I’ve always appreciated the revolver, something recently reignited my interest. Over the past few weeks, I’ve taken a deeper dive into this wonderful firearm; researching, handling, and even adding a few to my collection. What started as casual admiration has grown into a genuine fascination. There’s…
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How to Register for a GMRS Radio License
In order to get a GMRS license with the FCC, you must be at least 18 years old and not be a representative of a foreign government. A GMRS license lasts for 10 years; and with a license, any of your family members can operate a GMRS radio.…
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Fusion XP Pro: A Quality 2011 Without the Sticker Shock
Continuing my exploration of quality DS 1911s, better known today as 2011-style pistols, I came across a unique offering: the Fusion Firearms XP Pro. From the moment I saw it, I was drawn to the striking chrome and black finish. It stood out immediately, both visually and…
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How to Register for and Manage an FRN with the FCC
Whether wanting to operate a GMRS or amateur (HAM) radio, you will need to apply for and pay for a license with the FCC. But first, you must register for an FRN for yourself through the FCC. What is an FRN, you ask? What is an FRN?…
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Summer Safety Tips: Heat, Water, Travel & Home Security
Summer brings sunshine, vacations, cookouts, and plenty of time with the family in the outdoors. But along with the fun comes a variety of safety challenges that can easily catch people off guard if they’re not prepared. Every season brings its own risks, and just like we’ve…
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Learning Radio Frequency, Antenna, and Programming Basics
This time we are going to cover the radio frequency, antenna, and programming basics still in context of FRS, GMRS, and amateur radios. If you are using either GMRS or amateur radio, you are likely going to want to research antennas and find what works best with…
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Protect Yourself Legally With the Right Self-Defense Knowledge
We all have the right to defend ourselves and those we care about but understanding when and how we can legally do so is critical. Self-defense laws vary by state, and what’s lawful in one jurisdiction could land you in legal trouble in another. As someone who…
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Understanding Basic Radio Terminology and Categories
Whether you’re interested in emergency preparedness, outdoor recreation, keeping a group connected, or just want to be able to communicate when cell networks are unavailable, understanding radio technology can be incredibly valuable. This guide serves as a primer to introduce you to the most basic radio terminology…
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Comparison of the Beretta M9A4 and Sig Sauer P320-M17
As a Marine veteran, I’ve trusted duty pistols like the Colt M1911A1, which I carried in Beirut in 1984 during its tenure as the Corps’ sidearm until 1985, and the Beretta M9, which I used in Division matches, trained with in the field, and came to value…
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