In my previous installment, I talked about my experience with carrying a concealed handgun in a purse and the challenges … Continued
Writer Profile: Melody Lauer
Melody Lauer is a Rangemaster Certified Advanced Handgun Instructor and has been an NRA Certified handgun instructor since 2007. As the co-owner of Citizens Defense Research she has dedicated herself to quality, reliable self-defense information and training. She continues to seek new opportunities to learn and share information relating to self-defense and the safe, effectual use of firearms for self-defense. Melody is a mother of three, Emergency Medical Technician and writer dedicated to learning and sharing the most effective skills in preserving innocent life.
Posts by Melody Lauer
Purse Carry is the Worst Carry: Part 1
The first time I carried a gun in a purse was while I worked in a non-permissive environment. That meant … Continued
Finding Concealed Carry Holsters For Women
Women who carry firearms have unique challenges when it comes to finding the best ways to keep those guns on … Continued
Self-Defense Myths That Just Won’t Die: 11 Experts Weigh-In
The world of civilian defensive firearms training is currently moving through a period of incredible evolution and progress. Through careful analysis of defensive shootings … Continued
When We Play With Guns–But Shouldn’t
As a teenager, I saw my first negligent discharge with a firearm. My family was hosting our annual fourth of July … Continued
The Skinny on Handgun Grip Reductions
The grip of your handgun is arguably one of its most important parts. It is the point at which you … Continued
Five More Ways to Improve Your Defensive Shooting
A 2013 gallop poll revealed that 60% of people who purchase a firearm do so for defensive or “personal safety” … Continued
10 Lessons Learned from the Worst Gun I Ever Owned
Editor’s Note: The following post comes from Melody Lauer, the newest contributor to Lucky Gunner Lounge. Melody has been a … Continued