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Oklahoma — Concealed Carry Now Legal With Military ID
SB 35 was popular in the legislature. In fact, it passed the Senate on March 15, 2017 by a 40-2 vote. It was amended on April 11 in the House, and then passed the House on April 19, 2017, by an 85 - 0 vote. The amended version then passed the Senate unanimously, 46-0. It was signed by Governor Fallin on May 17, 2017. Oklahoma is treating service members right. Get the full story.
Video: NSSF Hosts Media for Suppressor Demonstration
Perhaps not on the forefront of some gun owners’ minds these days, but the fight for the Second Amendment is a daily struggle. The challenge is not to convince gun owners—at least in most situations. Instead, the challenge is to educate the non gun owner. Recently, the NSSF hosted an event to introduce the non-shooting media to suppressors.
Memorial Day — Thank a Gold Star Family
All gave some, and some gave all. A lot has been made of “whom” you should thank on Memorial Day. Personally, I have no problem thanking a veteran 366 days a year. Even if it only comes once every four years during a leap year, I do not want to miss a day. That being said, I do not confuse Memorial Day with Veteran's Day.
ATF Sued for Records Classifying AR-15 Ammunition as ‘Armor-Piercing’
Judicial Watch, the Washington, DC-based watchdog group, has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) seeking records of communications inside the agency when it was considering reclassifying certain types of AR-15 ammunition as armor-piercing—and effectively banning it from civilian use.
Reader Comments of the Week — May 27, 2017
A recap or sampling of the most active, interesting, or on occasion, randomly selected reader comments from the previous week.
5 Home-Defense Shotgun Tips and Accessories
For those considering a shotgun, there is no shortage of arguments in your favor. Since its invention, the shotgun has served a defensive and offensive role in law enforcement, military duty, personal defense, and hunting. It is truly a multipurpose weapon. In the hands of a seasoned shotgunner, it offers a level of precision whether breaking clays or on the tactical shotgun course. However, in the home it can be the difference between life and death.
Throwback Thursday: Ruger’s First-Class .223: The Mini-14 Rifle
Your .223 does not have to be an AR-15. After all, the U.S. Army chose the M14 over the original AR-10. Classic handling means a lot. Read this post to learn why the author loves his older model and the new one.
Video: Setting Up Your Rifle
Bryan Litz, Founder and President of Applied Ballistics LLC, Chief Ballistician at Berger Bullets and champion rifle shooter, discusses important things to consider when setting up your long-range rifle.
Federal Premium Introduces Hi-Bird Upland Shotshells
Federal Premium Ammunition recently announced its new Hi-Bird shotshell, which combines speed, hard-hitting pellets and a specialized wad to fold the highest doves, crows, and pigeons, as well as pheasants and the most challenging upland birds. Shipments are currently being delivered , and Cheaper Than Dirt! has plenty.
The All-Around Soviet Rifle — The SKS
Not long ago conversation around the fireplace drifted toward the subject of all-around rifles. I like these moments because my grandson is old enough to shoot, and he is interested in firearms but hasn’t heard it all before. I enjoy a number of interesting rifles including the M1A1 and the AR-15. A certain place in my heart belongs to the Winchester 1895. But if you are on a strict budget but need an all around pest, deer, hog and defense rifle it is difficult to beat the SKS rifle.
Lessons From Bloomberg—the Face of Gun Control—Who Admits He Deceives
They say that money makes the world go round. While that may be hard to prove, the fact of simply having a mass fortune and a political agenda can yield results or be a political threat. The politics of where you stand on the issue determines which side of the fence you'll sit. For supporters of the Second Amendment, it is guaranteed that we will be on the opposite side of the fence as Michael Bloomberg. However, there are lessons to be learned by Bloomberg's words.
Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Magazine Ban
The Second Amendment Foundation, joined by several other groups and individuals, has filed a lawsuit in federal district court in California, challenging that state's law prohibiting the possession, use, or acquisition of so-called "large-capacity magazines," calling the ban "hopelessly vague and ambiguous." This case could have repercussions on a similar magazine ban in Colorado.
The Riot Gun
What is a riot gun? The riot gun is compact enough for any foreseeable need, handles quickly, and swings from one target to the other rapidly in trained hands. But, is it the best shotgun for tactical work? Read the entire—especially the plot twist at the end.
Reader Comments of the Week — May 13, 2017
A recap or sampling of the most active, interesting, or on occasion, randomly selected reader comments from the previous week.
5 Reasons to Celebrate Mother’s Day With a Gun
At first, I thought Mother's Day was a strange day for some "group therapy," but quickly reversed course and began thinking of reasons to celebrate that special lady—with a gun!
You Make the Call: Gun-Phobic Professor Quits Over Campus Carry
One associate professor at the University of Kansas has resigned because he feels the policy of allowing students to carry a concealed firearm will harm higher education. “If you start putting more students with guns in the mix, it's not going to improve public safety, and I can guarantee you it will degrade public education,” said Dorman. However, our author has few things to say as well, but we want you to read the story and join the debate.
Video: Range Report — Henry Golden Boy Silver
I am new to lever action rimfire rifles, having grown up with auto-loading 22 rifles like the Mossberg 702 and the Ruger 10/22. However, I was eager to review my Henry Golden Boy Silver the moment I picked it up at my local dealer, both as a firearm and from a perspective of someone completely new to the platform.
Is the Washington Post Spreading ISIS Propaganda About Guns?
The Washington Post recently reported on ISIS terrorist propaganda directing how to obtain firearms in the U.S. Reporting is fine, when you are dealing with facts. However, in this case, the Washington Post did not even come close. Read the full story and come to your own conclusion.
Review: Molot VEPR FM-AK47
FIME stands for Firearms Importers, Manufacturers, and Exporters. Partner company K-Var has been in the AKM supplies business for a long time. I was excited to get my hands on one rendition of the VEPR platform, an AKM called the FM-AK47. Like other AKMs, it’s chambered in 7.62x39. However, a couple of problems were encountered. Read the full review.
5 Tips for Late-Season Turkey Success
Depending on the state, turkey seasons run from early March to the end of May. While southern hunters are finishing up for the year, others to the north are just getting started. Most turkey hunters are in a rush to fill a tag, but some of the best days in the woods come throughout the month of May, including the end of the month. Late-season hunting, however, often requires some special considerations.