The Team Locker

The Team Locker

Welcome to the Team Locker. WATCHTOWER's archive of firearm history, research, safety, and news. The purpose of the Team Locker is to be a resource built by field experts to provide a wealth of firearm knowledge and best practices. Our mission is to provide Americans with an accessible place for general firearm topics. Who are field experts? WATCHTOWER partners with former combat veterans and special operators to offer our tribe valuable skills to learn and use.

CLEARING MALFUNCTIONS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

CLEARING MALFUNCTIONS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Jeff Gonzales on May 5th 2025

If it was built by man, it can fail. Some failures occur more often than others. Regardless of the reasoning behind the failure. The point is to have a plan to quickly and efficiently clear the malfun…



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Building Muscle Memory for Tactical Reloads

Building Muscle Memory for Tactical Reloads

Jeff Gonzales on Apr 7th 2025

. . Developing muscle memory for tactical reloads is essential for any concealed carrier or self-defense practitioner. Ideally, we want to rely on muscle memory when performing a tactic…



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How Many Rounds to Carry for Everyday Carry

How Many Rounds to Carry for Everyday Carry

Jeff Gonzales on Jan 6th 2025

There is no easy answer; at best, it is a scientific guess. When it comes to concealed carry, how many rounds a person should carry is hotly debated. While opinions vary widely depending on personal e…



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