The Armory Life

We are thrilled to have world champion shooter, author and military veteran Julie Golob featured on the cover of the winter 2025 issue of The Armory Life Magazine.

The Springfield Echelon Gear Pac comes with everything you need. Pistol, optic, magazines, case; it’s all there in one package. Learn more: thearmorylife.com/what-is-the-ec…

Traditionally, big handguns were for carrying openly and smaller handguns were for concealment because — well, duh — smaller things are easier to hide (and they’re also less weight and bulk to carry). However, the wise concealed carriers ask themselves, “Why exactly am I carrying a handgun in the first place?” The obvious answer is, “Because I might have to shoot something to stay alive.” Read more: thearmorylife.com/how-to-conceal…

In the quiet moments, she stands watch. A mother’s heart. A warrior’s will. Happy Mother’s Day to every mom who defends their legacy.

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The force is strong with this one.

After six decades afield, I’ve found no cartridge more useful than the pedestrian .308 Winchester. It hurls a ton of punch 250 yards to drop tough beasts with a point-blank hold. Read more: thearmorylife.com/308-winchester…

As adrenaline pumped into my bloodstream, I felt the beginning of tremors in my hands. Cold sweat appeared on my brow, and my breathing became shallow. Then, I heard the voice: 911. What’s your emergency? Read more: thearmorylife.com/what-happens-w…

Handgun-mounted red dot sights have been around for a long time. I was first exposed to them in the late ’90s mounted on USPSA Open guns. These flat-shooting, compensated, red dot-adorned pistols ran fast when they were running, and Open shooters were most often at the top of the list at the end of the match. Read more: thearmorylife.com/bring-a-guillo…

The SAINT Gear Pac includes a Viridian Venta green dot optic and riser as well as four 30-round Magpul PMAG Gen M3 magazines — and all with a high-quality case to pack it all to the range. Check it out: thearmorylife.com/saint-gear-pac…

First Look: 1911 Garrison Target Check it out: thearmorylife.com/first-look-191…

First Look: Model 2020 Heatseeker Pistol Check it out: thearmorylife.com/first-look-mod…

First Look: SAINT Victor 5.5″ PDW 9mm Check it out: thearmorylife.com/springfield-sa…

When it comes time to shoot, will you be prepared to deliver the shot you have to? Will you have the skills needed to face down that moment, through all the stress and pressure? Have you invested the time needed to develop these skills so that they click in immediately and without a second thought? Read more: thearmorylife.com/tactical-patie…

Practicing safe firearm handling at the range is a critical step in responsible hunting preparation. Regular range practice helps hunters build safe habits that protect themselves and others. Read more: thearmorylife.com/hunting-safety…

So cool to get to share a new launch like this... Thank you @Springfield_Inc @TheArmoryLife_ thearmorylife.com/springfield-sa…

First Look: Julie Golob Reviews the 4" SA-35 Check it out: thearmorylife.com/springfield-sa…