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NRA: Federal Appeals Court’s Shocking Pronouncement on Your Rights
A decision this week by the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit is a stark and sobering reminder of the utter disdain and denial with which many judges continue to treat the right to keep and bear arms. Taken to its logical extreme, the opinion declares open season on law-abiding Americans who choose to carry firearms for self-defense. It may well be the most anti-gun ruling from any court of the modern era.
FN’s Series of Modern Sporting Rifles Re-Engineered for Enhanced Performance
FN America, LLC announces the release of the next evolution of modern sporting rifles bearing the FN 15 name and featuring the newly-designed FN handguard with M-LOK technology. The FN 15 Series will take on a streamlined, family approach and will feature updated models like the FN 15 DMR II and Tactical Carbine II in both 5.56x45mm and .300 AAC Blackout.
6 New Firearms for 2017: Springfield Armory
Did you make a New Year's resolution to expand your personal arsenal this year? Well, you won’t have to wait long to fulfill that resolution, Springfield Armory has several new options you can get your hands on. Here are 6 new-for-2017 Springfield products shipping right now
Range Report: Smith and Wesson SW22 Victory
The Victory .22 is intended to compete with similar .22 calibers handguns such as the Browning Buckmark and Ruger Standard Model. As such the Victory will have to have good features, good reliability and acceptable accuracy. The price point is also important. Smith and Wesson’s previous .22 caliber self loaders were not in the class with this pistol and the hopes Smith and Wesson has pinned on this pistol are not without justification.
Two New and Exciting AK-47-style Models from Arsenal for 2017
Arsenal, Inc. is kick starting the year 2017 with the release of two new and exciting rifles, which were on display at the SHOT Show 2017 in Las Vegas, NV. While the SLR-107R and the SAM7SFK rifles are in two different corners of the rifle spectrum in terms on platform, configuration, and utility, they have one thing in common—both SLR-107R and SAM7SFK are two of the most anticipated and demanded configurations from Arsenal, Inc.
SCI Sues to Protect Hunting Opportunities in Alaska
On January 19, 2017, Safari Club International (SCI) filed a lawsuit against three sets of Obama Administration regulations that prohibit and restrict certain methods and means of hunting on National Wildlife Refuges and National Preserves in Alaska. SCI filed suit in federal district court in the District of Alaska.
LaserMax Unleashes GripSense Technology for the CenterFire Light and Laser Combo
The newest technology on the CenterFire® Light and Laser combo is our GripSense™ technology. GripSense technology uses capacitive sensing to detect your grip on the firearm and activate the light or laser. You as the user determine what you want to happen when you grip the firearm via the programming features. The 1st two models to […]
Bill to Repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act (GFSZA) Introduced
Representative Thomas Massie, (R) KY, has re-introduced a bill to repeal the Gun-Free School Zones Act (GFSZA) of 1990 and its amendments.
Adaptive Tactical ExPerformance — Performance for Your Combat Shotgun
Are you looking to breathe new life into an old shotgun? Perhaps a good, modern stock that makes the shotgun well suited for tactical use, works great with slug loads, and mimics the fit and feel of the AR-15 stock, is what you are looking for. Regardless your motivation, the Adaptive Tactical stock more than works well. This is the final evaluation of the author after more than a year of testing and use. Read the full story.
California Proposition 63 — Magazine Bans, Ammo Licensing, and More!
Regulations of ammunition sales, requirements forcing patrons to have a license to buy ammunition, background checks to buy ammunition, large capacity magazine bans, reversing grandfathered protections... California's Proposition 63 even requires ammunition legally purchased out of state and then brought into California a crime unless shipped through a licensed firearm dealer. These are only some of the new regulation from Proposition 63. Read the full story.
NSSF Video: Shotgun vs. Handgun for Home Defense — Thunder Ranch
The argument between which firearm—shotgun or handgun—is best for home defense is almost as old as the 9mm vs. .45 ACP debate. However, we are still debating it because neither camp has conceded. In this video, sponsored by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, Clint Smith, president and director of the Thunder Ranch training center, talks about why the comparative length of a handgun—when used properly—is insignificant to that of a shotgun and why length alone should not be a deterrent when choosing a firearm for home defense.
Reader Comments of the Week — January 7, 2016
A recap or sampling of the most active, interesting, or on occasion, randomly selected reader comments from the previous week.
Range Report: Testing Practical .45 Colt Accuracy at 100 Yards
The Army demanded that the Single Action Army take down an Indian war pony at 100 yards. Was this a reasonable expectation? The question is an interesting one, and perhaps since we do not have a need to shoot Indian war ponies these days, irrelevant. However, with our interests piqued, we simply had to have the answer, so Bob Campbell took on the challenge. Here are the results.
U.S. Representative Massie Proposes Repeal of Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act
Gun free zones have been an area of contention since their inception in 1990. We all know a sign will not deter a criminal and serve little purpose other than restricting the right of self-defense of the law abiding. Here is the full release from the Second Amendment Caucus.
Day 1: Congress Introduces National Concealed Carry Reciprocity
On the first day of the 115th Congress, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced national concealed carry reciprocity legislation. This is a far cry from an actual law, but the fact that it is making its debut so early in the legislative year is promising to millions of self-defense enthusiasts. Details include reciprocity for permit holders as well as protections for residents of states with Constitutional Carry laws. Read the full details here.
The ’97 Wild Bunch Shotgun
The Winchester 1897 shotgun was manufactured from 1897 to 1957. At one time the ’97 set the standard for combat shotguns. With a five-round tubular magazine fed by a helical coil spring and featuring a reliable slide action the ’97 is a rugged serviceable shotgun. While the author has tested quite a few shotguns for a new book, the pump-action clone of the Winchester 1897 is a hands-down favorite for fun shooting.
Law Shield’s Top 10 Stories from 2016
Before we get too far into 2017, let’s take a quick look back at the 10 most popular Texas & U.S. Law Shield posts from 2016. Gun-law attorneys get into the stickiest issues—restrictions about owning body armor, when you can shoot attacking dogs, how to navigate the carry rules at your church—and pass along legal insights to keep you from having trouble with the legal system.
The Revolver in the 21st Century
Contrary to what you may see in a lot of the popular firearms media these days, the revolver as a self-defense tool is not dead. In fact, there are quite a few options available for those seeking a revolver for home defense, concealed carry, or recreational shooting. But why would you choose a revolver when there are so many semi-automatic pistols available?
NRA: California — Prisoners Of The State
Californians face a bleaker, and more dangerous, future with the passage of ill-advised state ballot initiatives—two of which will likely work in tandem to increase crime rates and endanger law-abiding citizens, according to law enforcement officials—Proposition 57 releases violent criminals for budgetary reasons, while Proposition 63 drastically restricts residents’ ability to defend themselves.
Tactical Shotgun Loads
The shotgun is a great problem solver and best regarded as a tactical system. This is primarily due the respect and homage we pay to the great versatility of the shotgun and its payload. Why many shotguns may fit the bill, it is the ammunition that delivers the lethal blow. Will your load be up to the threat?