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Send In The Marines . . . To Federal Court
Retired Marine Corps Col. argues AR15 rifles are just like the Army’s M16 & M4 Rifles, but NOT useful for self defense purposes in the hands of Americans!?
Pistol Shooting Positions: Weaver Vs. Isosceles
If you’re a true student of the gun, you should be familiar with both the Weaver and Isosceles shooting positions.
How Hard is Real Armed Defense?
If you ask them, most people will give you their impression of armed defense. Is it trivially easy or is it impossibly hard? Let’s ignore Hollywood and look at what real people do every day.
Fostech Origin 12 – Next Level of Semi-Auto 12 Gauge Shotguns
Probably the best combat oriented semi-automatic 12 gauge shotgun on the market today, a modern-day American Saiga, meet the Fostech Origin 12.
Kel-Tec CMR-30 Carbine Review, a Lightweight .22 Magnum ~ VIDEO
Compact, lightweight guns like the Kel-Tec CMR-30 Carbine holds a special place in my heart. They’re just so damn handy.
S&W’s New M&P Shield 9 Plus Review ~ VIDEO
My first dedicated handgun was an S&W, and after 15 years I’m returning to the company thanks to their new M&P Shield 9 Plus OR or Optics Ready pistol.
Rock River Arms Announces New Operator DMR Series Rifles
Rock River Arms, the industry’s most respected name in Modern Sporting Rifles and pistols, introduces its new Operator DMR series.
Beretta APX Pistol, Problems Uncover Top Shelf Customer Service
In over fifty years of shooting and teaching, this is my second. Neither resulted in personal injury, nor significant damage to the Beretta APX Pistol. Both were with factory ammunition.
Shush.. the Brownells BRN-180SH Upper is Optimized for Suppressor Use
When fired with a suppressor attached and the gas system turned off, the BRN-180SH in single-shot is even quieter than a BRN-180S.
Stag 15 3Gun Elite | Testing, Training, and Competition – Video
The Stag 15 3 Gun Elite claims to be an “out-of-the-box, competition rifle”. Let’s test that claim the only way that makes sense, shoot it in a competition.
NICS Numbers for February 2023, Fourth Highest for Gun Sales
The FBI National Instant background Check System (NICS) numbers so February of 2023 numbers are the fourth highest ever for gun sales and background checks. A high level of gun sales is the new normal.
SIG SAUER is Named the “Most Innovative Brand of the Year” at Gundie Awards
SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the honor of receiving the 2023 Gundie Award for “Most Innovative Brand of the Year.”
SIG SAUER Announces the Commercial Introduction of the MCX-SPEAR Rifle
SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce the MCX-SPEAR, the civilian version of the U.S. Army’s new XM7 rifle chosen for the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program.
Smith and Wesson’s New M&P FPC Folding 9mm Carbine
Smith & Wesson a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is proud to introduce its new folding pistol carbine, the M&P FPC.
American Tactical Introduces the new Black Creek Rifle Line!
American Tactical, a leading firearms manufacturer, has announced the introduction of two new bolt action rifles from Black Creek Labs
The Native American Trade Gun, the Most Important Gun In U.S. History?
The flintlock, smoothbore guns that were traded to Native Americans helped start the industry that lasted for a couple of centuries and led the expansion west to open new territory.
Henry Homesteader 9mm: A Semi-Auto Carbine Delivering American Heritage and Ingenuity
The Henry Homesteader 9mm is a feature-packed semi-automatic 9mm carbine cloaked in the gunmaker’s heritage design language.
NICS for January, 2023 Gun Sales and Background Checks
National Instant background Check System (NICS) gun sales and background checks are slightly higher in 2023 than they were in 2022.
The Stingerless CzechPoint Vz.61 Semi-Automatic Skorpion Pistol ~ Review
If I had to sum up the semi-automatic version of the CzechPoint Vz.61 machine pistol in three words, they would be heavy, archaic, & anemic.
Introducing the Walther P99 as Final Edition
Walther felt it only fitting to give this 26-year-old iconic handgun one final run before sunsetting it for good.
Wilson Combat Annouce 45th Deluxe Anniversary Supergrade
To commemorate Wilson Combat’s 45th Anniversary of gunsmithing, we are bringing back a classic “retro” style that built the foundation of our business back in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Aero Precision SOLUS Bolt Action Rifle System Available Now
The Aero Precision SOLUS works to provide hunters, competitors, and shooting enthusiasts with a custom shooting experience.
Taurus Shows Compact, Optic Ready TX22 at 2023 SHOT Show
The new, compact TX22 was shown at the SHOT Show 2023. It is optic ready. A Ritcon optic is said to be available bundled with the pistol. The pistol is a little shorter in both height and length.
Introducing the Big Horn Armory ATF Compliant AR500 Pistol
In light of the recent ATF final rule on pistol braces, Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, has updated its AR500 pistol with the removal of its stabilizing brace.
ROSE by SIG SAUER: Complete Solution for Women to Begin Their Firearms Journey
The all-new ROSE brand by SIG SAUER was created to help encourage and inspire women to take on the responsibility of their own personal safety through education, training, and community.
Mauser Introduces M18 Bolt-Action Rifle Camo
Blaser introduces the award-winning Mauser M18 bolt-action rifle in two camo patterns – U.S. Marine Corps and Fred Bear Old School Camo.
Beretta’s New Old Cheetah 80x – The Full-Featured Carry 380 ~ VIDEO
I have to admit, I haven’t carried a .380 in a very long time – but that might change with the release of the new Beretta 80x.
Colt Combat Commander – 1911 History Meets Modern Innovation
Colt’s Combat Commander melds classic 1911 durability with modern innovations that provide upgrades to the classic firearm.
Wee 1 Tactical JR-15 – The AR-15 for Kids
I can already hear the pearl-clutching and collective gasps of anti-gunners at the idea of the JR-15, but the design is all about safety