Series Shortcuts Introduction: Does This Gun Suck? Update #1 Update #2 Update #3 It’s a new series! We’re going to … Continued
Writer Profile: Chris Baker
Chris Baker joined the Lucky Gunner team in 2011 and, among other roles, serves as the editor of Lucky Gunner Lounge.
Chris has a broad interest in all types of shooting activities, but he’s most passionate about firearms as tools for personal protection. Prior to working for Lucky Gunner full time, Chris taught basic handgun skills and concealed carry permit classes to a diverse range of clients in his home state of North Carolina. He is a Rangemaster-certified Shotgun and Advanced Handgun Instructor and NRA Handgun Instructor. His ongoing pursuit of knowledge in the shooting world has included over 500 hours of professional firearms and self-defense training from instructors like Ken Hackathorn, Tom Givens, Ernest Langdon, Craig Douglas, Gabe White, Darryl Bolke, Wayne Dobbs, Chuck Haggard, Claude Werner, John Hearne, Jim Higginbotham, Kyle DeFoor, and Randy Cain, among others.
Posts by Chris Baker
The Best .22 LR Handguns for Concealed Carry
Is a .22 LR pistol a good choice for concealed carry? Most of the time, probably not. But in … Continued
Smith & Wesson J-frame Versus Ruger LCR
As I was planning future installments of our Pocket Pistol Series, I realized that several of the upcoming caliber-specific discussions … Continued
What’s the Maximum Effective Range of Buckshot?
Shotguns are typically considered close-range firearms, especially when loaded with buckshot. Beyond about 30 to 50 yards, the spread from … Continued
Is .22 LR Too Unreliable for Self-Defense?
Everyone knows that .22 LR is inherently unreliable… right? Feeding and ignition issues might be more common with .22 than … Continued
Why A .22 LR Pocket Gun Should Not Be Underestimated
Pocket pistols and revolvers chambered for the humble .22 LR are easily dismissed as carry guns suitable only for novices … Continued
Is .25 ACP Literally the Worst Self-Defense Cartridge?
It’s part 3 of our series on Pocket Pistols! If you’re just now joining us you might want to check … Continued
Why You Might Need an Underwear Gun
In the second installment of our pocket pistol series, we’re looking at the concept of the underwear gun — a … Continued