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Houston Mayor Says She Supports Gun Rights, But Opposes “Assault Rifles and High Capacity Magazines”

Wed, 02/19/2014 - 02:31
A reader sent us the below image. We will be reaching out to the mayor’s office to confirm its authenticity, but have no reason to doubt that it’s the real deal. It appears that the mayor of Houston, Annise D. Parker, tries to have her cake and eat it too in regards to gun rights. […]

BREAKING: Massive Pro Gun Bill (Safe Carry Protection Act) Passes Georgia House of Representatives

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 13:37
HB 875, a pro-gun bill that greatly expands and clarified carry rights in Georgia has passed the Georgia State House of Representatives today. The bill passed the House 119-56. In its current form, the bill (HB 875, also called the “Safe Carry Protection Act”) would allow carry permit holders to carry into places of worship, […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter<

Hartford Courant Wants CT Police to Arrest Tens of Thousands for Failing to Register Their Guns

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 13:12
Sounds almost tyrannical that a government would use one of their databases of citizens to track down and arrest those citizens because they aren’t in their new database of citizens. Well, that’s what might happen in CT. As you may or may not be aware, a very large portion of firearms that are required, by […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

Sig Sauer Hires AAC Founder Kevin Brittingham to Head New Sig Silencer Business

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 07:22
Press release hot off the wire from Sig. Looks like they’ll have some real know how behind their new silencer venture. NEWINGTON, N.H. (February 17, 2014) — SIG SAUER® is proud to announce that Kevin Brittingham and Lindsay Bunch are joining its staff, adding decades of product design, R&D, and military experience. Their collective expertise […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

[Video] Des Moines Police Advise Homeowners Not to Fight Home Invaders Unless No Other Options

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 07:13
This story is getting documented and categorized in our database of defensive gun uses, but we also want to talk about what the Des Moines police said in relation to the story. Two suspects tried to break into a home in Des Moines, Iowa in early January. Fortunately for the occupants of the home, the […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

WA Homeowner Shoots and Kills Late Night Intruder

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 07:00
It’s most people’s worst nightmare. It’s the middle of the night and you’re startled from sleep by someone trying to break into your home. That’s exactly what happened to Rudy Ontiveros Jr. Around 2:30am Ontiveros awoke to someone trying to break into the home he shares with his girlfriend and several young children. According to […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

GeorgiaCarry.org Sues County Sheriff Who Refuses to Issue Temporary Carry Permits Despite Clear Law

Tue, 02/18/2014 - 06:47
GeorgiaCarry.org (GCO) is a grassroots gun rights organization in, you guessed it, Georgia. The organization is involved both in lobbying efforts at the state capitol as well as in the courts. It was recently brought to GCO’s attention that the probate judge of Richmond County, GA was refusing to issue temporary permits when applicants applied […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

Old Prince Harry Hunting Photo is Earning Royal Family Criticism

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 15:19
The war on hunting isn’t limited to the United States. Britain’s Prince Harry is facing criticism after a nearly 10 year old hunting photo has emerged less than a week after he made calls to protect endangered species. According to the Daily Mail, But a senior royal aide said: ‘It would be a great shame […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

BREAKING: It’s Official, Remington is Heading to Alabama

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 14:35
Over the weekend, we reported that an announcement was expected today that Remington would be expanding and/or moving operation from its current home in New York to the state of Alabama, in part due to New York’s strict gun laws. Now it looks like we have confirmation. During a press conference with Remington representatives and […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

Robber Armed With a Stun Gun Shot and Killed by Clerk Armed With a Firearm

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 14:22
This is the second story we’ve reported this month in which a suspected armed robber armed with a stun gun was shot and killed by his would be victim. According to My San Antonio, a man armed with a stun gun tried to rob an area convenience store. The clerk, who was armed with a […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

[Video] Gun Broker, Auction Site for Gun Sales, Hits $3 Billion in Sales Since Founding

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 14:06
Kennesaw, GA (January 14, 2014) – Riding a wave of firearm purchasing enthusiasm that spans demographic, political, and gender lines, GunBroker.com announced that it has sold $3 billion dollars of merchandise cumulatively since its founding in 1999. “Gun buying and selling continues to flourish at an astonishing rate,” said Steve Urvan, the CEO of GunBroker.com, […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

Property Owner in Jail For Shooting Suspected Burglar for the Third Time

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 00:45
A property owner who opened fire on a suspected burglar is in jail tonight, facing felony charges for assaulting the burglar, who is being treated for two non life threatening gunshot wounds. Miodrag Bugarcic owns a warehouse in Cleveland. The warehouse has long been the target of thieves looking to steel various scrap metals such […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

[Video] Couple Could Face Jail Time Following Prank With Nerf Gun

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 00:22
I’m a little torn on this one. I hate to see people charged with stupid things and I also don’t like it when toy guns are used on strangers in public (self defense disaster waiting to happen). In this case, a couple in Fenton, MO (a suburb of St. Louis), thought it would be fun […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

[Video] Hickok45 Takes a Look at the Modular Colt LE 901-16S in .308

Mon, 02/17/2014 - 00:07
In the above video, our favorite Tennessean takes a look at the modular (we’ll talk more about that in a second) Colt LE 901-16S chambered in .308/7.62×51 NATO. The rifle is an AR style rifle, but has some notable differences from your standard AR-15 style rifle. First off, we have truly an ambidextrous mag release […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

[Video] Elderly Concealed Carrier Shoots 1 of 2 Armed Robbers Who Shot 4 at Senior Center

Sun, 02/16/2014 - 00:41
There are a lot of components to this story so let’s get started. First off, The Safe and Sound Social Club in Gary, Indiana is described as being a place for senior citizens to meet and socialize. However, the club doesn’t have a spotless history. It has a bit of a reputation for selling liquor […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

BREAKING: Remington Likely Expanding and Moving Numerous Jobs From NY to Alabama

Sat, 02/15/2014 - 15:35
According to an article by Yellow Hammer News, Remington Arms will be expanding their operations not in their home state of New York but in Alabama. The announcement is expected to come tomorrow during a press conference with the Alabama governor. How exactly the New York Remington plant will be affected is not yet known. […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/Editor at GunsSaveLives.netDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.Twitter

Ever Thought, “Man, I Really Need an Axe, but All I Have is This Handgun”? Fret No More

Fri, 02/14/2014 - 15:25
We’ve all been there. You need to split a log in just a few seconds, but all you have is your trusty sidearm. What to do? You could always go back to camp, your vehicle, or your home, but forget that. You need this log dealt with, now. Enter MeleeMods’ Tact-Axe and Ratchet. That’s right, […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/EditorDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

NJ Gun Control Advocate: “No one needs a 15 round magazine unless they’re a domestic terrorist”

Fri, 02/14/2014 - 13:20
Tell us how you really feel why don’t you. “Nobody needs a 15-round ammunition magazine unless they are a domestic terrorist or a gangster” Those are the words of Bryan Miller, executive director of Heeding God’s Call. God’s Call is a faith based organization that pushes for gun control. Those words were being spoken in […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/EditorDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

Illinois Lawmaker Wants to Make it Illegal to Print 3D Guns Without FFL License

Fri, 02/14/2014 - 13:08
It’s currently legal under federal law to make a firearm for personal use without any sort of registration, ATF paperwork or serial number (please make sure you understand all applicable laws before attempting this, I am not a lawyer). However, one state lawmaker from Illinois wants to change this in regards to 3D printers. According […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/EditorDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

[Video] Ill Senator Wants to Change Carry Law to Require Businesses to Allow, Instead of Deny Carry

Fri, 02/14/2014 - 12:46
Quite a few anti-gunners in Illinois still aren’t very happy that they were forced to enact a concealed carry law. As well all know, they did, and it leaves a lot to be desired. Now one Illinois State Senator is proposing making that carry law even worse. Currently, in nearly every state, private property owners […]Author informationDan CannonOwner/EditorDan is a lifelong gun and technology enthusiast. By combining his two passions, he has created one of the most visited websites dedicated to Second Amendment news online.

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