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Daniel Reedy

Daniel holds instructor certifications from Rangemaster, Agile Training & Consulting, and the NRA. He has received training from Craig Douglas, Tom Givens, and Steve Fisher among others. He also has experience competing in USPSA, CAS, 3 Gun, and Steel Challenge. In his free time Daniel enjoys petting puppies and reading the Constitution. His work is also published by Athlon Outdoors, AmmoLand, Recoil Concealment, Air Force Times, and other publications.

Arguing in Favor of Legal Permitless Conceal Carry [2025]

Below is a letter I wrote to my state legislature and various gun rights organizations. As you might've guessed from…

6 days ago

Living Legends | Interview with Claude Werner [2025]

In our previous entry of Living Legends we spoke with law enforcement veteran, competitor, and writer Simon Golob. Today we…

1 week ago

5-Star DC Speed Loader Initial Impressions [2025]

Recently I saw a thread over at pistol-forum about a new speed loader from 5-Star, the DC. Curious, I headed…

2 weeks ago

Why 30 Super Carry Failed [2025]

If you've been reading Primer Peak for the past few years, you've probably seen me talking about 30 Super Carry.…

3 weeks ago

The Best American and Western Made Optics for Handguns [2025]

It's never been a better time to be a consumer in the gun industry. It seems like every day we…

3 weeks ago

A 10 Year Retrospective on Primer Peak

For those of you who have been around long enough, or have looked at our logo, you might notice that…

4 weeks ago

I Don’t Like DA/SA Guns Anymore

Over the past few weeks a handful of respected trainers, competitors, writers, and personalities have come together with an interesting…

1 month ago

Pistol Mounted Optic Tool and Combat Sight Tool Review | Pocket Tools Perfected

Whether you're an optics guy, or an old school irons-only shooter, adjusting your sights is something everyone should be familiar…

1 month ago

The Best Accessories for the Colt Viper [2025]

Earlier this year I reviewed the 3-inch version of the Colt Viper. Since then I've purchased that exact revolver, and…

2 months ago

How to Become a Firearms Instructor | Getting Started [2025]

So you're thinking about becoming a professional firearms instructor? Good for you! There's always a need for knowledgeable and safe…

2 months ago

The Revolver as a Fire Extinguisher

Gun owners are almost as varied as car owners in the United States. Some folks are become intimately familiar with…

2 months ago

Steelhead Outdoors Fast Access Pistol Box Review [2025]

If you've been reading Primer Peak for the last year, you've probably noticed a fair bit of content regarding firearms…

3 months ago

Why You Should Write Somewhere other than Social Media

Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X) are the places to let your thoughts be heard in today's world. Everyone has a…

3 months ago

Conceal Carry Methods and Back Wearing for New Parents [2025]

In early 2025 I wrote a piece covering conceal carry while baby wearing. Due to baby Primer Peak being just…

3 months ago

Colt Viper Revolver Review [2025]

When Colt revolvers re-entered the scene in 2017, I was immediately intrigued. The Prancing Pony dances through the imaginations of…

3 months ago