Go read this article... Breitbart NewsGun Control-Supporting Surgeon General Nominee to Get Vote Next WeekBreitbart NewsOn Saturday, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s (D-NV) communications director Adam Jentleson tweeted that Reid filed cloture on the nomination of...

Go read this article... It looks like that whole “registration leads to confiscation” thing might just have some truth to it (as if we didn’t know that). According to Fox News: New York State’s tough new SAFE Act gun control law has flagged 278 gun owners who could...

Go read this article... Hunting Works For Oregon, our tenth state chapter, was formed with the hope that we can educate people and legislators about the importance of hunters and the money they spend. …read more Related

Fargo, N.D. (WDAY-TV) – It was a dangerous, yet heroic action by a local store manager today during an attempted robbery, when the manager pulled a gun out at the suspect.(snip)A manager questioned him and Quinnett put his hands in his jacket and indicated he had a...

It appears the League of Women Voters of Florida may be behind — or at least heavily involved in — a lawsuit filed against the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, which seeks to stop FWC from lifting its ban on the use of suppressors for hunting in...

Go read this article... This array of cartridges set out for assessment at the CCM editorial offices is only a small sampling of what is available. Don’t feel overwhelmed, though. Selecting the correct ammunition for your needs can be a lot simpler than it seems if...

CNBC: Smith & Wesson faces a double-barreled threat: Weak weapon sales and leverage. The gun manufacturer said Thursday night that sales fell 22 percent in the quarter through October because of weaker sales of a variety of firearms. In turn, the company cut its...

Beretta M93A After delivering over 600,000 M9 pistols to the DOD and on the heels of being awarded a new contract for up to 100,000 M9s, Beretta USA announced today the presentation of the M9A3 to the US Army. The M9A3 introduces major improvements to the M9 that will...

Mary Katherine takes aim with a Hakim 8mm battle rifle. Editors Note: We’re pleased to welcome a new ‘riter to the My Gun Culture project – Mary Katherine. I’ve been shooting with Mary Katherine and her family on and off for years. She’ll be offering some women’s...

Go read this article... The ammo that took the internet by storm several months ago, G2R RIP, is facing a limited recall. It would appear that there are compatibility problems with the company’s .45ACP ammunition with Glock handguns. G2R says they have revised the...

As you probably know, I recently picked up a Gen4 Glock 19 as a new concealed carry pistol. I wanted to go back to a doublestack gun, and I also wanted something that was very similar to my Glock 34 that I shoot in competition. I don’t tend to make a lot of...

Go read this article... Fox NewsTexas legislature looks to expand gun rights, roll back ban on open carryFox NewsKnown as the capital of the American gun culture, lawmakers in Texas are preparing to push a handful of bills through the state legislature that expands...

TheNewsTribune.comGun rights activists demand liberty in OlympiaTheNewsTribune.comAn estimated 1,000 gun rights activists converged Saturday on the Capitol Campus, toting American flags, wearing camouflage and carrying their guns. The armed citizens turned out to...

For many people, having a gun stolen means that gun is gone forever. However, sometimes a stolen gun does make it back to its owner. That’s the case with this story, although the process took longer than most people might think. A man in Utah recently had a shotgun...

Brisbane, Australia based BOgear makes bags, packs, and gear that blur the lines between tactical gear, lifestyle gear, and outdoor gear. They make a lot of very handsome, functional gear but their WTF bags stand out the most. BOgear’s WTF bags start on the cutting...

Grayson Matthews, above, has bad luck. He has had to defend the family convenience store twice. Once, back in 2011, he shot a robber who was pretending to have a shotgun. That guy was wearing a plastic bag over his head with eye holes cut in it. It must have been hard...

One college football player is dead and three other athletes are charged with his murder as of yesterday. Nineteen year old Ryan Brooks, along with three other athletes, attempted to break into a home near Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama. According to local...

Go read this article... Fox NewsTexas lawmakers put new gun rights laws in their sightsReuters”We have so many gun bills that have been filed that we can’t have anything but an open carry law passed next year,” said C.J. Grisham, founder of the activist group Open...

I wasn’t exactly bubbling with enthusiasm for the 5.56 Ruger GUNSITE Scout, largely because I just do don’t need a rifle in that niche…I have tack-driving, lightweight ARs in that caliber. I am, OTOH, bubbling with enthusiasm for the newest GUNSITE Scout, this one...

Dr. Vivek Murthy, an avid anti-gun activist, was recently confirmed 51-43 for Obama’s pick as America’s surgeon general despite controversy. Bad news, but chalk it up to the outgoing, Democrat Senate majority of sore losers. A big indication of how president Obama, is...

Go read this article... The perfect kill shot on a white-tailed deer requires a steady hand, quiet stalking and good vision. The first two factors require repetition and a commitment to getting better with experience. The latter can be greatly improved with the right...

Go read this article... Senate Democrats really want to go out with a bang. Some news outlets are reporting that Majority Leader Reid is going to make a last ditch effort to confirm President Obama’s nominee for Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy. …read more Related ←...

You’ve seen the pictures, and maybe if you’re lucky, even handled one. A fully ambidextrous battle rifle chambered in .308 that weighs in at 8.5lbs? Yes, and it shoots like a dream as well. I am talking about the Si-Defense SI-D Ambi .308. Based out of Kalispell, MT,...

Any domestic first responder, whether it be Fire, EMS, or Police, has more than likely heard of LAPolicegear.com. I’ve utilized them for years and find, for the most part, that their prices are highly competitive, their selections are good, and their in-stock...

Go read this article... Officers say the homeowner likely stopped a crime spree.“I did rush to my garage and saw an individual run out. I ordered him to stop. He kept going. I fired a shot into the air with my pistol,” said Flamino.While the man was able to get away,...

Philly.comGun violence is our new normalPhilly.comJimmy Greene, left, Nelba Marquez-Greene, center, parents of Sandy Hook School shooting victim Ana Marquez-Greene and Nicole Hockley, mother of victim Dylan Hockley, right, react during a news conference at Edmond Town...

Go read this article... BBC NewsWhat’s behind growing gun rights support in the US?BBC NewsA slim majority of Americans now support protection of gun rights over gun control. What’s driving this support? On Monday the families of children killed in the Sandy Hook...

Go read this article... “During the altercation one of the females retrieved a pistol from her purse in self defense, in what appears to be self defense she shot the male subject one time in the chest cavity,” Washington County Sgt. Mark Whidden said. Cowart was taken...

CBS LocalLAPD collects nearly 780 firearms in latest gun buyback eventLos Angeles TimesLos Angeles police collected nearly 780 firearms this weekend as part of the city’s latest gun buyback event, where residents could exchange weapons for grocery store gift cards....

Go read this article... Get a load of these monsters from Bradshaw Blades. They have designed a set of knuckles that manage to look both comfortable and brutal at the same time. The BASHERS are CNC machined from copper and given a bright brushed finish. The thick...

NYT: Soon after the 2012 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, President Obama made mental health care a major part of his plan to curb gun violence. And this week, following the two-year anniversary of that crime, Rep. Tim Murphy is calling for federal...

Go read this article... WTVD-TVDurham vigil one of hundreds across the country to bring attention to gun violenceWTVD-TVDurham vigil one of hundreds across the country to bring attention to gun violence. Durham vigil brings attention to gun violence. A North Carolina...

Texas is shockingly not on this list, but here are the 15 states with the highest number of firearm licenses (per 100,000 people). Oregon #15 Number of federal firearm licenses: 48.9 (per 100,000 people) According to Oklahoma Watch, “despite years of investments, some...

WNDU-TVSB church remembers gun violence victims, survivorsWNDU-TVSOUTH BEND, Ind. — Folks across Michiana came together Sunday to remember all victims of gun violence, including the lives lost at Sandy Hook Elementary School. On December 14, 2012, 26 people–20 of them...

Lee’s note: This email was originally sent to a friend who shared it with me but asked that they and the author remain anonymous. It’s touching beyond words, and speaks to yet another benefit of hunting with suppressors — a benefit I hadn’t even considered. Enjoy! Lee...

A 14 year old boy in Charlotte, NC has killed one home invader and a second was captured following the incident. “They heard some noises, saw an individual at the back of the residence trying to come into their house,” said Lt. Eric Brady of Charlotte Mecklenburg...

WSFA.com Montgomery Alabama news. When seconds count, police are minutes away. That’s why we have a 2nd Amendment. And our Founders were wise indeed. An Alabama family that had fallen victim to a home burglary last week happened to spot the suspected intruders Sunday...

Go read this article... cleveland.com (blog)Poll shows more Americans support gun rights over gun controlcleveland.com (blog)More Americans support gun rights than increase gun control, according to a new poll, a result that hasn’t been seen in more than two decades....

According to AWR Hawkins, two teachers from the former Sandy Hook Elementary, that represent the group “Sandy Hook Educators for Gun Sense,” will be lying through their teeth Sunday morning on CBS. In order to push Michael Bloomberg “universal background checks.”...

Go read this article... Innovative GunFighter Solutions is offering 15% OFF ALL SLIDE & FRAME WORK through the end of Decemeber!! You can get just your slide done like on my personal Glock 19 in the first picture below, just the frame or get both done like in the...

Hollywood Collectibles has now released their Rambo knives Masterpiece Collection, which they are touting as the finest Officially Licensed Rambo knives ever produced. They are based off the knives utilized by Rambo in the movies. As you can see from the photo below,...

Back in the 90′s, THE cool guy boot to have was the Adidas GSG-9. Lightweight with a soft lug sole and supple leather upper, it simply made you more tactical just wearing it. Adding to the mystique of the boot was that it was not readily available through commercial...

Cantilever mounts allow Red Dot Optics to be mounted far enough forward so that a magnifier can be mounted with proper eye relief. A few weeks ago, a reader emailed to ask for an article regarding preferred Aimpoint mounting locations on carbines. I have always done...

Go read this article... Q13 FOXThousands in Olympia to protest new state gun lawQ13 FOXOLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — Thousands of gun-rights advocates are rallying outside the Capitol to protest a new expanded gun background check law in Washington state. Saturday’s protest...

Two years ago, I tested this load from both short and long barrels into bare gel. The results of both tests were very good, and I had good intentions of getting back to run additional tests with this load through clothing barriers. My initial tests can be found here....

Pacific StandardThe Very Weak and Complicated Links Between Mental Illness and Gun ViolencePacific StandardAfter synthesizing decades of research in psychiatry, psychology, sociology, and journalism, they argue that popular opinion about the links between mental...

Go read this article... CORPUS CHRISTI – A man who picked a fight with someone at his ex-wife’s house was shot in the foot early Friday morning according to Corpus Christi Police.(snip)Police said they plan to file criminal charges against the man who was shot for...

Go read this article... Lansing State JournalLetter: Remember heartache of Newtown killings – take action against gun violenceNJ.comIn addition to school shootings that kill and leave communities scarred and scared, gun violence in all its destructive forms continues...

New York Daily NewsBride, groom bust out big guns for photos at pro-gun rallyNew York Daily NewsThey’ll take one another, but not the state’s new gun law. A bride and groom were among 1,000 people who attended a rally in Olympia, Washington, Saturday to protest a new...

Go read this article... Ruger is now shipping a new gun called the LC9s Pro. The Pro does away with the one thing that many observes said Ruger would never delete: the thumb safety. To many people it seems Ruger has been married to the idea of a manual safety on all...

David Codrea: Noting it was largely due to the gun rights vote that Republicans captured the Senate and widened their lead in the House, what will change as a result, if anything, is unclear. If restrictions remain unchallenged, it will recall the many times rules...

The first ornamental metallic pistol stocks that I ever saw were those that came out of Mexico. Metal overlayed with gold and silver, these Mexican stocks were usually adorned with the Aztec calendar or the Mexican eagle & snake symbol that is featured on their...

Cleveland.com: CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cleveland police pull their guns too fast, fire at fleeing cars and people who pose no immediate threat and ignore potential danger to bystanders, the U. S. Department of Justice found. A biting 58-page report released Thursday...

Go read this article... One group of people firmly believe that an armed presence at Sandy Hook elementary school would not have stopped Adam Lanza – the teachers and employees who were there that day. Several school employees were on CBS Sunday Morning this week and...

Go read this article... Daily Mail: A British-born U.S. photojournalist and a South African aid worker held hostage in Yemen by al Qaeda militants have been ‘murdered’ in a failed rescue attempt. American citizen Luke Somers had been held hostage since September 2013...

The victim said a man approached him and tried to rob him at gunpoint, but after a brief struggle, the victim managed to grab the gun, and the robber took off running. The gun was taken into evidence by police.No money was taken and no injuries were reported from the...

This is a great video from Vickers Tactical showing off Submachine Guns both old and new including the Thompson, Grease, and Kriss Vector SMG. There are of course many other great options on the market, but I appreciate the quick overview provided by Larry Vickers...

About John Holschen John Holschen served for over 20-years in the Special Operations and Intelligence branches of the U.S. Army. His military experience includes tours as an Operations Security Platoon Sergeant, Special Forces Operational Detachment; Intelligence...

Go read this article... The new Momentum Chest Rig from Gear Dynamics is now available. The Momentum is a midsize chest rig that supports both stand-alone use or mounting on compatible armor carriers like those from Mayflower R&C, Velocity Systems, and others. The...

I’m excited about the Walther CCP, and have been since it was announced. I probably won’t buy one, but I think it stands as a cool pistol that I’ll definitely want to get some range time with. Not long ago, I found out that the owners manual for the Walther CCP has...

Go read this article... Blisteringly bright light seems to be all the rage today, but sometimes the most useful flashlight is one that is moderately powerful, but small enough to have with you all the time. Today I take a look at the incredibly useful Streamlight...

A lot of people on the internet have this idea in their heads that AR15s are these finicky, maintenance queens that need to be constantly cleaned and scraped free of any bit of debris lest they suffer a catastrophic malfunction. There are lot of reasons why people...

Go read this article... We must say that the Kalashnikov Concern is keeping it classy with their marketing slant. They just launched a new website at KalashnikovConcern.com and have the likes of the late Hugo Chavez help slinging their wares. Perhaps Mugabe was...

The hill reports that gun control advocates in Congress are looking to revive failed legislation strengthening background check regulations. A handful of Democratic lawmakers said Tuesday they plan to push once again for universal background checks on all gun sales in...

Go read this article... Reno Gazette JournalPolice: Truckee student had gun at schoolReno Gazette Journal“Even so, bringing a gun to school is a very serious event, and we have no tolerance for any firearms or guns on campus.” Leri said police took the boy into...

Congress is set to make victims of the 2009 Fort Hood shootings eligible for Purple Hearts and combat injury benefits after the Obama administration has denied them the status for the past five years. House Republicans, working with the Democratic-controlled Senate...

Go read this article... Frank Proctor has just launched his new website and a line of holster products including the Proctor Belt Loop for Safariland ALS Holsters. The belt loop is a drop-in replacement for the backers found on ALS holsters. It adds some drop and...

Go read this article... I just got an email from Crimson Trace about their Man Cave Makeover Sweepstakes. No worries ladies, the mega-gear giveaway is equally useful for a Dame Den Remodeling. Visit the Crimson Trace BookFaceBook page to enter. You can win… Grand...

Go read this article... A vigil in Roanoke for the victims of gun violenceWDBJ7They also honored the 60,000 Americans who have been victims of gun violence since that day. The goal of the Blue Ridge Coalition Against Gun Violence is to work to find a long-term...

Go read this article... Staunton News LeaderMcAuliffe eyes gun restrictionsStaunton News LeaderRICHMOND – Gov. Terry McAuliffe on Monday will call for a package of gun restrictions in Virginia, including a renewal of the state’s one-a-month limit on handgun purchases...

Go read this article... Radio.com NewsBobby Shmurda Pleads Not Guilty to Gun, Drug ChargesRadio.com NewsBobby Shmurda has pleaded not guilty to drug and gun charges. The New York rapper was in court today (Dec. 18) following his arrest earlier this week at Quad...

Go read this article... Republished with permission from Iowa Firearms Coalition. Written by Kurt Liske Michael Bloomberg, Shannon Watts and their small band of anti-gun zealots have been making a big fuss about gun owners exercising their rights in businesses around...

If your goal is to become a better shooter, competitive shooting has 3 “pillars” that are advantages over just shooting at the square range: Schedule: The match starts when it starts, so you can’t just decide to go to the range later, or tomorrow, or whenever. It...

Officials said the burglary suspect rang the home’s doorbell several times. When he got no response, he kicked in the front door and went in. It was inside where he came across the resident, who fired one shot, hitting the intruder in the head.(snip) Gurley said...

AmmoLand.comOhio: Major Pro-Gun Reform Legislation Passes and Sent to GovernorAmmoLand.comTuesday, some additional pro-gun measures were amended into HB 234, including allowing the purchase and sale of shotguns and rifles in non-contiguous states, reforming the...

Not too long ago, I walked into a local gun store and was greeted immediately by the friendly staff. My husband was with me, but we were there that afternoon because I wanted a new gun. And I had a specific one in mind. We strolled up to the counter, and a gentleman...

Go read this article... The new V7 Titanium QD Endplate is a drop in replacement for the standard endplate. It provides a QD sling swivel socket that can be used with single point or two point sling configurations. It also happens to be machined from titanium which...

Go read this article... Lansing State JournalEast Lansing card decorating party targets gun violenceLansing State JournalEAST LANSING – About 30 people turned out at Gloria Thomas’ house on Sunday to craft brightly colored cards for a very dark reason: Gun violence....

Go read this article... A MagPod is basically a replacement floor plate for your Gen 1 and Gen 2 Magpul PMAGs. This upgrade creates a stable platform to aid in using your magazine as a monopod while shooting in the prone without the need of a bipod and can also help...

Police in Beloit are launching a new effort to reduce gun violence in which they’re asking city residents to volunteer to have police search their homes for guns. Police Chief Norm Jacobs said he doesn’t expect the phone to be ringing off the hook with requests for...

Go read this article... The GuardianLeyonhjelm’s gun control criticism over Sydney siege called ‘seductive nonsense’The GuardianCrossbench senator David Leyonhjelm’s claim that the relaxation of gun control laws could have helped avoid the fatal Sydney cafe siege...

Kansas.comSandy Hook Anniversary Vigils Shine Light On A Nation Plagued By Gun ViolenceHuffington PostThis Sunday marks two years since 20-year-old Adam Lanza shot and killed 20 children and six teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, before...

PBS NewsHourPoll: Would you support more restrictive gun laws in your state?PBS NewsHourIt has been two years since the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School, and the state of Connecticut now has some of the most restrictive gun policies in the country. While...

There are guns that are truly great and will stand the test of time. The 1911, the Glock 17, the AR15, the M1 Garand. Legends, and rightfully so because they’ve earned their place in history. Some guns served on the wrong side of wars, but represented innovations like...

A protective order can be effective. Especially if it is backed up with a gun. Protective orders are meant to be backed with armed force. The problem is that in many cases, armed agents of the state either arrive too late to be of help, or they cannot stay around long...

Go read this article... WTSP 10 NewsUnion: Cleveland officer not told gun might be fakeWTSP 10 NewsCleveland Police Patrolmen’s Association president Jeff Follmer told The Associated Press in an interview that officers had no way of knowing that Tamir Rice was...

The GuardianWill Texas soon live up to its gun-friendly reputation?Christian Science MonitorAustin, Texas — Long depicted as the rootin’-tootin’ capital of American gun culture, Texas is one of the few states with an outright ban on the open carry of handguns. That...

CCRKBA Chairman Alan M. Gottlieb, is challenging the new American State Legislators for Gun Violence Prevention, to come forward with complete transparency. And rightly so. These elected officials are attempting an end run around a constitutional Second Amendment...

In Florida, a 32 year-old career criminal was captured as he resisted arrest after committing multiple felonies. It was particularly notable because he had been arrested for illegal possession of a firearm just a few days previously. Wilford McCloud is accused of...

The header picture there is of me at a recent match. I’m glad it’s a photo and not a video, because a video would be proof of how badly I shot that stage. Here’s what happened: The stage was three targets. The shooter starts with two mags, 4 rounds, and two mags, 5...

New York Daily NewsDec. 17: Police protests, gun control and postal deliveriesNew York Daily NewsSons of 1960s anti-cop anarchy. Frazier Park, Calif.: I was a cop in New York in the 1960s, when police officers were called pigs and spit at. Mayor de Blasio is leading...

Go read this article... The new LANTAC E-BCG is now available for pre-order. Don’t confuse this with any old BCG. If you want a seriously no-corners-cut for that dream rifle you just built, then you need to check this thing out. They have basically tuned every part of...

Go read this article... Gun Control Arguments: 5 Classic Debate Points From Those Who Oppose Gun …Newsmax.comThe gun control debate is one of the most hotly contested arguments in America today, and it seems that the talking heads on news channels always find some way...

Go read this article... Americans reject gun-control agenda, says Pew survey (commentary)SILive.comIt’s the first time in the 20 years that Pew has been polling on the topic that a survey has shown more support for gun rights over gun control. The fact that the poll’s...

I, by the grace of God, am not a lawyer, but according to Guns.com, it sounds like Sig and the ATF have agreed to a time when they’ll agree if the muzzle brake on an MPX is a suppressor or not. A timeline has been set for gun maker SIG Sauer to settle a dispute with...

Go read this article... McAuliffe to unveil gun control measures, including expanded background checksWashington PostRICHMOND — Gov. Terry McAuliffe on Monday will call for a package of gun restrictions in Virginia, including a renewal of the state’s one-a-month limit...

Go read this article... You may not know the name Foward Controls Design but you probably already know the man behind it. Roger Wang, formerly of Battle Arms Development, started the new company and is already developing a handful of AR-15 parts including the EMR and...

Gun Control Arguments: 5 Ways Firearms Advocates Can Win the DebateNewsmax.comAdvocates for gun control are often people who live in big cities, with almost no idea on how the meat they eat gets on their table. Those Americans who do hunt for their food regularly know...

Last Night Remington Arms Company released the following statement in regards to the settlements they have made and the voluntary recall offered to customers with a Remington Model 700 Rifle for Trigger replacement.Yesterday afternoon, CNBC erroneously reported that...

The Seattle Times (blog)Gun-rights demonstrators bring signs, rifles to Olympia rallyThe Seattle Times (blog)I-594, which voters approved in November by a 19-point margin, expands gun-purchase background checks to private sales and transfers of firearms. “We stand...