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Call me old fashioned, but I like my rifles to take ammunition that contains all the parts necessary to make a projectile pop out the end of the barrel. You know, powder, primer, case, and all. So when our fearless … Read More

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Carolann Miracle was open carrying in the early morning hours of August 1. The 4-feet, 11-inch, 85-pound Arizonan was leaving a gas station with a drink in her hand and a GLOCK on her hip.

From abc15.com:

Miracle said

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“Chicago police Superintendent Eddie Johnson expresses frustration at the pace of gun violence in the city.” That’s the terse some-might-say jaundiced description provided by The Chicago Tribune underneath their YouTube excerpt of Sup. Johnson’s most recent press conference. A PR … Read More

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The producers of this local news report on the Fort Lauderdale gun show missed the memo from the antis at Americans for Responsible Solutions: bloody shirt waving is a no-no. Showing pictures of Floridians carting off bloody survivors of The … Read More

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M+M Industries hit the scene a few years ago importing M10 (AKM pattern) rifles from the Cujir factory in Romania. Combining a good price point and high quality, the M10 was well received. However, demand outpaced supply, and  M+M decided … Read More

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You may have seen the NRA’s latest shot across Hillary’s ample bow. The gun rights org’s slickly produced spot says that, “she doesn’t believe in your right to keep a gun at home for self defense.” Hold on, though. A … Read More

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I don’t approve of carrying a firearm before, during or immediately after smoking pot. But just as there’s a bit merry on booze there’s a bit buzzed on weed. I don’t think someone who’s smoked a joint is necessarily an … Read More

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I was excited when Remington announced they were creating a redesigned Model 51 handgun. I was looking forward to seeing what Remington could do with the Pedersen Action concept, formerly lost to the mists of time. But the redesigned … Read More

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Reader Philip M. Greeley writes:

So guns are scary. They’re evil. They’re dangerous. At least, that’s what you think, what your friends think, and it’s what those you read, watch, and listen to think. But fear is a human reaction, … Read More

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Reader Nadra Enzi writes:

As respect for police devolves, it isn’t outlandish to consider issuing protection to EMTs and firefighters. It’s no longer a given that their status as unarmed life savers negates targeting by criminals and terrorists. The Fergueson … Read More

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We’re in the dog days, when comfort is at a premium. Ray says this arrangement is, “nice and light weight for minimal pockets and light clothing. When I get time I’ll post my heavier gear and the bag that is … Read More

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No question about it, if you’ve been suspending your holster with with a cheap Wally World special, you have no idea how much difference a good gun belt makes, both in comfort and support. My belt of choice is a … Read More

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I don’t know whether or not off-duty Ohio police officer Darryl Jouett was wearing a Kydex holster while attempting — and failing — to re-holster his firearm. But it’s been my experience that Kydex holsters are a lot better for … Read More

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Just like gun safety, there are four Farago family rules. 1) Don’t eat anything bigger than your head, 2) No dancing without your underwear on, 3) No marrying show folk, and 4) No horizontal stripes. This family violates Rule 4. … Read More

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Republished from a forcescience.org email blast:

When are you [referring to a police officer] most likely to experience the shock and potentially deadly consequences of an unintentional discharge:

a) While clearing an area in response to a call?
b) While … Read More

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“Before, we always knew who we were chasing — the bad guy — but we knew most of the people didn’t have a gun concealed, and if they did, they were responsible. We don’t know that anymore. So I’m for … Read More

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OK, yes. NERF guns. And water guns. They’re designed for shoot-someone-fun. Other than that, don’t shoot anyone with a “non-lethal’ gun unless they pose a threat of death or grievous bodily harm — be it potato, TASER, stun, BB 0r … Read More

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Commenting on RF’s post about fashion model and gun knowledge supporter Hannah Ferguson, TTAG reader Silphy said she’s thinking of upgrading to 10mm. Reason being? She runs security for an armored truck and transports large quantities of cash, and is … Read More

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John lists his line of work as “airborne door kicker” and calls this his civilian travel EDC. We don’t know where he travels, but wherever it is, we’d guess he can handle just about any situation. See everything he’s chosen … Read More

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(This is a reader-submitted review as part of our gun review contest. See details here.)

The M14 rifle is a paradox in American service rifles. It was the last wood and steel service rifle adopted by US forces, born … Read More

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