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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Is Purse-Carry (Off-Body Carry) Right for You?
Recently, I was told that I should not write about a subject unless I knew about it through first-hand experience. This individual was convinced there was no way I could write about purse-carry (an off-body carry method), because I am not a woman and do not carry…
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The Pros, Cons, and Safety Considerations for Appendix Carry
Choosing the right concealed carry method is a critical decision for responsible gun owners. Among the various carry positions, Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) carry has gained widespread attention in recent years. Positioned at the 1:00 position (for right-handed shooters) or 11:00 (for left-handed shooters), this carry…
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Prioritize Your Personal Safety and Preparedness
I once asked a cohort, in the family safety space, while doing a podcast together, what they thought it would take for people to prioritize their personal safety (and preparedness). Of course, I paraphrase now; but… They said they believed it would not be until something bad…
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Conflict Avoidance and Use of Deadly Force
The new year has arrived, and if you’ve been following the news, you know that many changes are taking place. Speculation about how these changes will affect our daily lives is widespread. Some believe civil unrest may be on the horizon as frustration grows among people who…
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How to Better Prepare for Freezing Weather
If you didn’t know, Georgia has been experiencing some frigid weather in the last week or two. And no, it is not a first for us. Sure, it’s not up-north kind of weather; but for us, it’s a bit chilly. Mix it with some light snow, sleet,…
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New Year Resolutions for Personal and Home Security
Like most, I considered making new resolutions focused on my health, my career and spending more quality time with family. Yes, the new year is a time for fresh beginnings, and while many resolutions focus on the normal annual self-promises, taking action for your personal and home…
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Traveling with Firearms
In follow up to our top travel safety tips post, I wanted to do a deeper dive into traveling with firearms. Specifically, I wanted to share some tips and pointers based on my experience and what I have learned, as well as provide some resources for your…
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Comparison of the CZ Shadow 2 Compact and 75D PCR Compact
During one of my many visits to the local firearms store, I picked up the CZ Shadow 2 Blue in a spontaneous purchase. I was somewhat interested in another quality pistol and CZ is synonymous with quality. After handling it for a while, I was impressed by…
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Top 5 Uses for Glow Sticks
Yes, glow sticks can certainly be used at rave parties, so I’ve heard. However, in times of emergency or when you need a reliable light source that doesn’t rely on batteries, glow sticks are an invaluable tool. Also known as snap sticks, light sticks, or chemlights, these…
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Comparison of the Springfield DS Prodigy 4.25 and Bul Armory SAS II TAC 5
Not too long ago, I got the itch to own a premium pistol, particularly a 2011-style firearm. I considered several well-respected manufacturers like Staccato and Atlas Gunworks. As someone fairly well-versed in firearms, I knew about these brands but hadn’t explored them deeply. Of course, I experienced…
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