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Smith & Wesson announced the release of the new CSX E-Series 9mm pistols. The CSX E-Series are micro-compact pistols with aluminum alloy frames. Smith first released the CSX in 2022, and they’ve had a bunch of changes since then, bringing us to the latest E-Series. The CSX E-Series The new CSX E-Series guns are available ... Read more

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The Woodland Camo pattern holds a special place in my heart.  It was the pattern issued to me during my time in the Marine Corps, and every time I see it, it brings back memories of early morning formations, the smell of diesel fuel in the air, and the camaraderie of some of the best ... Read more

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A group of anti-gun U.S. Senators has introduced a measure that would outlaw firearm magazines that could hold more than 10 rounds and authorize a so-called “buyback” program to confiscate magazines holding more rounds. The so-called Keep Americans Safe Act, introduced in both the House and Senate, would prohibit the sale or transfer of magazines ... Read more

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It should come as no surprise that Rhode Island gun control advocates have been pushing for an “assault weapon” ban for years, as the smallest state in the Union takes up the challenge from larger dumpster fires like California, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Colorado in a competition to see which territory is truly ... Read more

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SHIELD Sights just announced the release of the new OMSsc Sub Compact Red Dot Sight. There are a lot of red dot sights on the market now, but you know as soon as you look at it that the OMSsc is something a little different. It’s the first “transparent roof” red dot sight on the ... Read more

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The new S&W Bodyguard has earned its “2.0” status. To put it bluntly… the original 6-shot Bodyguard .380 left much to be desired. The new 2.0 version fixes what was wrong with its predecessor. The older one was stubby, slick and had a trigger that made you want to say wirty dirds. The sights sucked, ... Read more

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For the past several years, various states have been passing Stand Your Ground laws to protect their citizens’ right to self-defense. Most of these laws have one thing in common: If someone breaks into your home and attacks you, they do away with the duty to retreat before using deadly force to stop an attack. ... Read more

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While legislators in many states continue to introduce measures that will further infringe on the rights of their citizenry, other states, like Wyoming, continue to move more to the freedom end of the scale. Already one of the freest states concerning Second Amendment rights, Equality State lawmakers have now effectively done away with so-called “gun-free ... Read more

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Now that we live in a post-handgun-stopping power world, I’ve opened my eyes to a variety of cartridges that have fallen out of favor or never been taken seriously for self-defense. A handgun projectile does one type of damage, direct contact with flesh, and admittedly, a larger bullet can create more damage, but it isn’t ... Read more

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Primary Arms (PA) has a vibrant optics line with a good reputation. They’re coming on strong for 2025 with a bunch of new releases starting with the PLx HTX-1 red dot sight. Not only does it have some great specs, but its also PA’s first American made optic, something that isn’t so common in the ... Read more

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If there’s a state that better exemplifies the phrase “elections matter” than Virginia, I don’t know which state it would be. While Democrats maintain control of Virginia’s General Assembly, pro-gun efforts helped propel Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin into office in January 2022. Since then, he has been the primary barrier between commonwealth gun owners and ... Read more

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A year after Michigan lawmakers passed a safe storage law to prevent minors from coming in contact with unattended firearms, the measure has been used in 36 cases across the state, with charges having been filed against parents, grandparents, cousins, and, in one case, a babysitter. But an interesting pattern has emerged, an elephant in ... Read more

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Purchasing your first suppressor represents an exciting milestone in your shooting journey, but the process can be complex and filled with potential pitfalls. As more shooters recognize the benefits of sound suppression for both hearing protection and shooting enjoyment, understanding common mistakes can help you make a more informed decision. Let’s explore a few of ... Read more

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by Lee Williams  Not one of the guns or gun parts the ATF seized from former sailor Patrick Tate Adamiak was illegal. Not a single gun or gun part required any additional paperwork beyond a Form 4473, and most didn’t even require that. Adamiak was always extremely careful and did absolutely nothing wrong.  Every single item that ... Read more

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The startling headline knocked me out of my morning news-browsing haze. “More Than 2,500 Non-Self Defense Deaths Involving Concealed Carry Killers Since 2007, Latest Violence Policy Center Research Shows,” the headline seemed to scream at me. “Oh, no,” I realized. “They’ve caught us. Finally, the truth has come out about how truly dangerous it is ... Read more

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A gun-rights organization has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court arguing that federal enforcement agencies under the executive branch do not have the authority to make federal laws, only enforce them. The case FCC v. Consumers’ Research is set to address the question of when and how Congress may delegate its authority to ... Read more

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Only the best equipment will suffice when protecting the president of the United States. The Knight’s Armament SR-16 (allegedly used by the Secret Service) is a great example of modern duty rifles. With two distinct configurations tailored to the agency’s needs, these rifles showcase precision engineering and uncompromising performance. Two Variants of the Secret Service SR-16 The ... Read more

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Modern suppressor technology has evolved significantly from the simple “silencer” designs of the early 1900s. Today’s flow-through suppressors represent a fascinating intersection of fluid dynamics, materials science, and practical engineering. These sophisticated devices don’t just reduce sound; they actively manage the complex gas flows created during firearm discharge, offering benefits that extend well beyond mere ... Read more

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Republican Senator Jon Bumstead of North Muskegon has introduced a bill intending to educate Michigan students between the 6th and 12th grades on safe firearm handling and storage. Bumstead coordinated with the  Department of Education in developing the bill and agreed that live rounds would not be brought onto school campuses during training to prevent ... Read more

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As anti-gun Colorado lawmakers continue to politically turn the state into another California, another anti-gun measure has been thrown into the mix. We’ve already discussed the sweeping ban on “assault weapons” and the Firearms Owner Identification (FOID) measures currently under consideration. Now, Democrats are advocating for an ammunition restriction that they claim will “fill in ... Read more

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