Is Full Auto Useful for Home Defense?
It’s time for another “Stuff John and Chris Wanna Know” — this time, with a fully automatic HK MP5! Everybody … 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 Handguns for New Shooters [2020 Update]
“I”m new to shooting, what pistol should I get?” The honest answer is — I don’t know! Just because you’re … Continued
Is the Glock 48 the New “Do Everything” Glock?
After a (mostly) glowing review of the Sig P365 XL, I’m taking a look at its closest competitor: the Glock … Continued
The Sig P365 XL: A Really Good Pistol
For a guy who loves DA/SA autos and snubby revolvers, the Sig P365 XL probably seems like an odd choice. … Continued
The Best Revolver in the World [2020 Update]
It’s a blast from the past! (No pun intended. Probably). I’m looking back at one of our most popular videos … Continued
Is the Ruger LCP II .22LR the Ultimate Underwear Gun?
Small guns are typically at their best when they’re chambered for small calibers. So it was kind of a no-brainer … Continued
How 22 LR Ammo is Made
We were offered a rare glimpse into Federal’s rimfire plant in Anoka, MN to watch how 22 LR ammo is … Continued
How to Use a Pump-Action Shotgun
A bunch of people are buying their very first gun right now, so we thought it would be a good … Continued