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Weed Store Owner Claims Self-Defense in Fatal Shooting Amid Post-Hurricane Chaos
Just hours after Hurricane Helene swept through the Big Bend region of Florida, causing widespread destruction throughout the area and beyond, an attempted robbery at a local weed store escalated into a fatal shooting. With law enforcement stretched thin responding to numerous storm-related emergencies, a pair of robbers sought to take advantage of the distraction and targeted the Florida Hemp Distribution store on West Tennessee Street, the Tallahassee Democrat reported.
The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) was called to the scene around 6 p.m.
Going Long-Range with a Canted Scope Base Rail
A canted scope base rail, also known as a tilted or inclined scope mount, serves a specific purpose in the realm of long-range shooting. This specialized mount is designed to provide a slight angle to the scope, allowing for compensation when shooting at long distances or in uneven terrain. The primary advantage of a canted scope base rail lies in its ability to counteract the effects of bullet drop and increase the effective elevation range of scopes, extending the rifle’s range and performance.
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DeSantis Warns Looters: “You Don’t Know What’s Behind that Door in a Second Amendment State”
With Hurricane Milton bearing down on Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a stern warning to those considering looting in the wake of the storm. Speaking at a briefing at the state’s Emergency Operations Center, the governor emphasized that Florida’s status as a “Second Amendment state” could mean dire consequences for anyone attempting to exploit the chaos.
“This is not going to be an opportunity for folks to take advantage of people,” DeSantis said.
Armed Criminal Demands Wallet And Cell Phone But Settles For Forever Nap
911 calls rang out in the early morning hours of September 22nd reporting gunshots and a male seen lying on the ground in Henderson, Nevada, according to officials.
If you need yet another eye-rolling reference to provide the next easily led automaton who questions why you need a gun, here’s one more for the dumpster fire. Now, you never really know what anyone is up to taking a stroll at 4 AM on a Saturday, but Henderson is Las Vegas adjacent and we all know that city never sleeps.
Kamala’s Big Glock Problem
Self-proclaimed gun owner and Democrat presidential nominee Kamala Harris revealed on 60 Minutes on Sunday that the gun she claims to own is a Glock and that she’s had it a long time.
The revelation came as she insinuated it should have surprised nobody recently when she said she was a gun owner.
“That was not the first time I’ve really talked about it,” she said, shaking her finger at host Bill Whitaker.
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The Donald to Speak at NRA Event
The NRA announced last week that President Donald J. Trump will serve as the special guest keynote speaker at the NRA’s “Defend the 2nd” event in Savannah, GA, on Tuesday, October 22nd.
When it comes to preserving and strengthening our Constitutional rights in America, the stakes could not be higher in this presidential election. No matter your reason for owning a firearm—whether for hunting, self-defense, or just as an exercise of your Constitutional right–law-abiding gun owners have a clear choice this fall if they hope to preserve their Second Amendment rights.
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Is the 10mm a Good Self-Defense Round? Debunking the Myths and Misconceptions
Former Alaska Gun Store Owner Acquitted On Federal Firearms Charge
Aaron Horwath of Kenai, Alaska, was acquitted by a jury of his peers on September 27 on a federal charge of dealing in firearms without a license. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) charged the owner of Gator Guns Inc. last summer on the allegations that he was selling guns from his store despite the agency having revoked his Federal Firearms License (FFL) years earlier.
The ATF revoked Horwath’s FFL in 2020 due to what the agency claims were “willful violations of federal firearms laws and regulations,” accusing him of failing to record hundreds of firearms sales transactions between 1982 and 2018.
Massachusetts Gun Restrictions Facing Another Challenge
The new sweeping gun-control package recently expedited into law by Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is facing another in a long line of legal challenges.
After the law was passed by the legislature, it quickly became a target for gun-rights advocates. An initiative petition immediately began circulating in an attempt to get a question overturning the law on the state ballot in 2026, and at least two lawsuits, including one by the Massachusetts-based Gun Owners’ Action League (GOAL) were filed.
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The WSJ Reveals Mexican Cartels’ Favorite Firepower
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear an almost laughable lawsuit regarding whether Mexico can sue American gun manufacturers for the violence committed by cartels in their country, The Wall Street Journal’s(WSJ) Steve Fisher and Roque Ruiz decided to dig in and try to find out just what are the “hot” items cartels are shopping for among the American marketplace. Mexico, enabled by a brutally poor economy, weak government and notoriously corrupt officials in every bureaucratic capacity, has been engulfed in epic bloodshed between violent drug gangs for years.
If you have a subscription with WSJ, you can check out the full article on their website.
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House Oversight Committee Subpoenas White House and ATF Over Alleged Gun Control Collusion
The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.), has issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention as part of an investigation into potential collusion between the Biden administration and gun control groups. The inquiry is centered around the pending litigation City of Chicago v. Glock, with allegations that the White House coordinated with anti-Second Amendment plaintiffs.
More On Ghost Guns: Arguments Start Tomorrow in Supreme Court Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will begin hearing oral arguments in the case involving so-called “ghost guns” on Tuesday.
The case, Garland v. VanDerStok, challenges the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) 2022 Final Rule that redefined important legal terms dealing with guns, including “firearm,” “receiver” and “frame,” making the longstanding American tradition of building personal firearms pretty much a thing of the past. Back in April, the Supreme Court voted 4-3 to consider the challenge.
MEAN Arms ExoMag 9mm Conversion Mag
Ammo prices are down from the shortage prices a few years ago. That doesn’t mean that they’re cheap, but some ammo is definitely more affordable than others. 9mm is about as cheap as you can get in centerfire ammunition, and it might make you wish you’d picked up a 9mm AR.
If you have a rifle caliber AR-15 and want to drop a 9mm upper on it, you can always get a mag well adapter that uses pistol mags or Colt SMG mags.
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Gun Cases Among Key Issues Supreme Court Will Tackle in New Term
The United States Supreme Court begins its new term today and plans to hear a wide ranging number of cases dealing with eveything from guns to online porn. While no doubt a number of you are definitely into online porn, it is the gun cases TTAG will focus on today.
Among the first issues to be heard is a challenge to the Biden administration’s regulation of “ghost guns” — firearms that can be assembled from parts sold online and are often untraceable due to the absence of serial numbers.
Pennsylvania Teen With Toy Gun Shot During Attempted Robbery
Kensington, Pennsylvania, police say a teen has been hospitalized after being shot while using a toy gun in an attempt to rob a man who was armed with a real gun.
The victim and his girlfriend were taking a walk around 11 PM on September 29th near the 2200 block of Emerald Street in East Kensington, Pennsylvania, when they were approached by a teenager who pressed a fake gun into the man’s back, informing him that he was being robbed.
The Whitetail Forge Knife Goes to Africa
My wife, Jacqueline, shared my excitement for my upcoming trip to South Africa and told some of her friends at work at a nearby college. One of the many she told was co-worker and part-time custom knife maker Darrin Totty, owner of Whitetail Forge in Columbia, Tennessee. He offered to make a knife to accompany me on this bucket-list adventure.
A few days later a visit with Darrin allowed me to share some ideas for the shape and utility desired.
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Best New Deer Loads for Fall
As autumn approaches, deer hunters across the country are gearing up for another exciting season. With advancements in bullet technology and the introduction of new cartridges, choosing the right ammunition has never been more critical—or more complex. Here are some of the best new deer loads for this fall, including both tried-and-true calibers and emerging options that are making waves in the hunting community.
Traditional Calibers: Tried and True
Before delving into the latest offerings, it’s worth reviewing some of the most popular calibers for deer hunting.
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8 Best Range Bags to Keep Your Gear Organized and Ready
When it comes to shooting, having the right gear can make all the difference, and your range bag is one of the most critical pieces of equipment you can invest in. Whether transporting firearms, ammunition or delicate optics, a purpose-built range bag ensures you’re organized, prepared and ready to perform at your best.
In this guide, you’ll discover a handpicked selection of the best range bags available today. From durable tool bags to rolling range bags, we’ll help you find the perfect option to enhance your shooting experience.
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Self-Defense in a Wildlife Attack: No Gun? Use This
It wasn’t with a gun, and it wasn’t against a predator of the two-legged kind, but it is one heck of a self-defense tale—or at the very least, a story of defense of man’s best friend.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is investigating a remarkable incident near Cañon City, where a man reportedly killed a mountain lion with nothing more than a shovel to protect himself and his dog. According to a report from Fox 31 News, the encounter took place late on the night of Thursday, September 26, when a CPW officer responded to a campground west of Cañon City.
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Winchester Ammunition Introduces the 21 Sharp Rimfire Cartridge
Yep, we have yet another new cartridge on the market. This time it’s a rimfire round from Winchester. The 21 Sharp is a new take on the .22 LR. It does away with the heeled bullet design, which allows for a wider variety of projectile styles and materials. Winchester is claiming superior accuracy to .22 LR, and more efficient lead free projectiles.
The 21 Sharp Rimfire Cartridge
The new 21 Sharp uses a casing pretty much like the .22 LR.