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As a gun writer in my seventh decade, I am asked fairly frequently by my older acquaintances who have problems with arthritis about pistols that are easy to operate. They have trouble racking slides, so many have gone to carrying revolvers. I tell them they have options. One option is one of the several “lite-rack” pistols made by Ruger, S&W, and others. Another option is the Taurus 22TUC .22 pistol.

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If you’re reading this, that means you’re already part of one of the best firearms communities on the internet. I’m Scott Witner, and I’m stepping in as the new Managing Editor for The Truth About Guns. If you know me, you know I don’t do half-ass. If you don’t know me yet—stick around, you will.

I’m a Marine Corps veteran and have spent the better part of the last decade knee-deep in the firearms industry—writing, testing gear, dialing in SEO, and making sure the best content rises to the top.

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If you’re all about long-range precision, Berger Ammunition just changed the game. They’ve rolled out two powerhouse rifle rounds—.300 Norma Mag. and .338 Norma Mag.—built for serious shooters pushing distance and accuracy limits. These aren’t just another set of factory loads; they’re purpose-built for extreme performance, giving you the consistency and firepower needed to stay on target when it matters most.

Precision Built for the Long Game

Berger is known for manufacturing match-grade ammunition; these new loads continue that legacy.

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The state of Maryland and City of Baltimore have filed a lawsuit against gunmaker Glock for criminals illegally converting the company’s guns to fire full-auto, even though it’s not the company’s fault.

Earlier this week, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott filed the lawsuit. According to a report at Cbsnews.com, the lawsuit alleges that Glock violated the state’s Gun Industry Accountability Act and contributed to the “gun violence crisis” (anti-gun code for blaming guns for criminal violence). 

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Almost five years after using an AR-15 to defend himself against an angry mob of Black Lives Matter protesters in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Kyle Rittenhouse is making headlines again, albeit fewer, as the newest celebrity employee of a North Florida gun shop. Rittenhouse was just 17 at the time of the shooting, in which he wounded one attacker and introduced two more to the room temperature challenge. The incident and the ensuing high-profile trial made national headlines, ultimately leading to his acquittal on all counts, a decision that made waves across the country. 

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The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging a Massachusetts statute which bans young adults in the 18-to-20 age group from acquiring, possessing or carrying any semiautomatic firearm of any type or any handgun. The case is known as Escher v. Noble. 

Joining SAF are the National Rifle Association, Gun Owners Action League, Commonwealth Second Amendment, Firearms Policy Coalition and a private citizen, Mack Escher, for whom the case is named.

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Your choice of .38 Special self-defense ammo could mean the difference between stopping a threat or going to the hospital. While the .38 Special is known for its accuracy and manageable recoil, not all ammo is created equal—some rounds offer better penetration, expansion, and reliability in life-or-death situations.

So, what’s the best .38 Special ammo for home defense?

We’ve done our homework to bring you the top-performing home-defense rounds, from the hard-hitting Hornady Critical Defense 110gr JHP to the ultra-reliable HOP Munitions 158gr JHP.

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When it comes to home defense, few firearms offer the versatility and stopping power of a shotgun. A well-placed shot can effectively neutralize a threat while reducing the risk of overpenetration—something that’s crucial in a home environment. However, choosing the right shotgun ammo for home defense isn’t as simple as grabbing the first box off the shelf.

Should you go with buckshot, slugs, or birdshot? What’s the difference between 00 buckshot and No.

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A federal judge in Illinois has ruled that the state law requiring citizens to have a Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card to possess a firearm in the home for personal protection is unconstitutional.

In the ruling on the case State of Illinois v. Vivian Claudine Brown, supported by the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA), White County Resident Circuit Judge T. Scott Webb wrote: “The Defendant’s possession of a .22 caliber rifle within the confines of her home, even without a valid FOID card falls squarely within the protections afforded her by the Second Amendment.”

The case revolves around defendant Vivian Claudine Brown and a rifle she owned.

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The shooting world has witnessed a noticeable shift in optics preferences over the past decade. Traditional fixed-power scopes and red dots are increasingly giving way to Low Power Variable Optics (LPVOs), and for good reason. These versatile scopes offer true 1x magnification for quick target acquisition at close range, while providing enough zoom to engage targets at extended distances. Sig Sauer’s new Tango-MSR 1-10x26mm scope aims to deliver this flexibility at a price point that won’t break the bank, and after extensive testing, I can say they’ve hit the mark.

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Mexican officials aren’t even trying to hide the fact that the highest ranks of their federal government is rife with narco-terrorism corruption. That’s not new, but it is rather bold, given that the U.S. Supreme Court will consider a petition to dismiss their frivolous case claiming U.S. firearm manufacturers are responsible for violent crime that’s plagued that country for decades.

If Mexican officials are trying to prove their case, their lawyers’ arguments aren’t matching what their own government is showing the world.

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A new measure introduced in the U.S. Senate aims to strengthen the protections offered to gunmakers against lawsuits stemming from the unlawful use of their legally manufactured and lawfully sold products.

First, some background information. In 2005, Congress enacted the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) as a legal defense for gun manufacturers and dealers when combating frivolous lawsuits regarding products that are legally manufactured and sold but later used to commit crimes.

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U.S. District Court Judge Lance Walker has granted a preliminary injunction blocking Maine’s 72-hour waiting period law for firearm purchases, which was challenged by gun-rights advocates.

The law, passed in 2024 after Gov. Janet Mills allowed it to become law without her signature, required firearm retailers to delay delivery for three days after an FBI NICS background check approval.

“This decision affirms that unconstitutional delays on Second Amendment rights are not permissible,” said Lawrence G.

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I’ve been kind of fascinated with the various 6.5 cartridges since my teens. I remember my dad talking about how the 6.5 sits in a sweet spot as far as it’s ballistic coefficient, and how accurate the rounds could be. I have a variety of military rifles in 6.5 Japanese, 6.5 Swede and 6.5 Carcano, but kept meaning to build a modern rifle in a modern 6.5 caliber. Since I work with the AR platform so much, I kept coming back to the 6.5 Grendel, and I finally built one last fall.

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Shooting sports enthusiasts face a unique challenge: the need to protect their hearing while maintaining situational awareness. Whether you’re at the range, in a shooting competition, or out hunting, the loud reports from firearms can cause permanent hearing damage if proper precautions aren’t taken. This article explores the various hearing protection options available, highlighting their benefits and potential drawbacks across different shooting scenarios.

The Importance of Hearing Protection

Before diving into specific options, it’s crucial to understand why hearing protection is non-negotiable for shooters.

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Gun owners are getting exactly what they voted for with President Donald Trump. There’s an accounting for government malfeasance. He’s turned up the receipts.

President Trump is delivering on his promise to break open the secretive spending habits of government officials. It is exactly what voters wanted, and frankly, expected. The results, however, have been jaw-dropping. Gun control proponents have been smashing open the government piggy bank to swipe dollars for their pet gun control projects.

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A measure that would outlaw the use of a new firearm-specific Merchant Category Code (MCC) for gun purchases in South Dakota has been approved by the State Senate.

At issue is a new Merchant Category Code (MCC) for gun purchases adopted by the International Organization for Standardization in 2022. MCCs are used by payment processors (like Visa and Mastercard) and other financial services companies to categorize transactions.

Prior to the creation of the specific code for guns, firearms retailers fell under the MCC for sporting goods stores or miscellaneous retail.

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We reported last August how a federal judge in Kansas ruled that the federal law tightly regulating the ownership and transfer of full-auto firearms, aka machine guns, is unconstitutional. Now, a federal judge in Mississippi has ruled the same, and for many of the same reasons.

On January 29, U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves ruled in the case U.S. v. Brown that the federal law effectively banning the sale and possession of newly produced or unregistered machine guns was unconstitutional, at least for the defendant in the criminal case.

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U.S. Representative Jack Bergman (R-Mich.) has introduced H.R. 45, the Firearm Industry Nondiscrimination (FIND) Act, into Congress with the backing of 38 co-sponsors. This proposed legislation, also supported by the NSSF, aims to prevent corporations from profiting off taxpayer-funded federal contracts while discriminating against the firearm industry, a sector protected under the Constitution.

“This legislation is critical to ensuring ‘woke’ corporations don’t use their financial might, funded by taxpayers, to deny essential services to the firearm industry,” said Lawrence G.

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A 43-year-old California business owner was arrested after an alleged murder plot against one of his own employees was foiled by a gun jam. The incident occurred in Half Moon Bay, a small coastal city just south of San Francisco. 

Authorities say Thomas Azevedo, owner of Azevedo Feed, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly leading one of his employees to a remote area on his Half Moon Bay property and trying to shoot him in the head on Wednesday, January 29.

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