Sheriff Jim Wilson

Sheriff Jim Wilson

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Sheriff Jim Wilson

Understanding Fine Motor Skills

Simple things become really hard to accomplish under stress.

The Thinking Man’s Defensive Gun

The power and flexibility of the tactical shotgun are hard to beat.

How It Started

The .357 Mag. round wasn't the first powerful police revolver cartridge out there.

Another Version Of Personal Defense

Preserving the right to keep and bear arms is a personal commitment.

Straight Talk: Jelly Bryce Oklahoma Shootist

One of the more interesting gunfighters to come out of the Southwest in the years before World War II was an Oklahoman named D.A. “Jelly” Bryce.

Hickok’s Mistake

There’s a time to lower your defenses, and it’s not when you’re out and about. 

Straight Talk: Making a Point

What do you do when a threat is within arm’s length?

Dealing With The Aftermath

Be prepared for what happens after a defensive encounter.

Economical Shooting

Effective practice doesn't always require a trip to the range. 

What Really Matters

Pay attention to what you're paying attention to.

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