As a revolver guy, this conversation happens a lot. It usually goes like this: Dude 1: I really like S&W revolvers, but I hate that stupid IL. It’s pointless and makes the guns look dumb. Dude 2: Yeah, I hate the IL. Is there anyone who likes it? The answer of...

Go read this article... CBS LocalRandle Attorney: Dallas Back Didn’t Threaten Woman, Pull GunCBS LocalDALLAS (AP) — Joseph Randle’s attorney denies that the Dallas Cowboys running back threatened his former girlfriend or pulled a gun during an incident that led to his...

Campus carry is a vital role in the self defense of the general public. Criminals know that most universities and schools of any kind prohibit the carrying of firearms. Thanks to the newly elected Senate, a bill has been introduced that gives the right to carry a...

Go read this article... This is a followup to yesterday’s post about the new gear in development at UW Gear. All of the items shown here are developemnt prototypes that may not reflect how the product will look once it reaches production… if it even reaches...

We are hearing a lot of conjecture on Concern Kalashnikov, formally best known as Izhmash producing its firearms in some capacity within the United States to overcome sanctions put forth by the U.S. Government due to Russia’s involvement in conflict within the...

Go read this article... This is one of the funniest quotes I have yet seen from a disarmist. It is published in an article from insidenova.com.The change has also raised the ire of some River Ridge residents who say they’re concerned the code effectively allows all...

Go read this article... Chicago Sun-TimesPolice Officer Acquitted in 95-Year-Old’s Beanbag Gun DeathABC NewsA suburban Chicago police officer was acquitted Wednesday of felony reckless conduct for killing a 95-year-old World War II veteran by shooting him with a...

The wheels of justice in the District of Columbia are turning exceedingly slowly in enforcing the second amendment of the Constitution. It was shortly after the Heller decision in 2008, that Alan Gura and SAF filed suit in what has become the Palmer case in the...

Politico: Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry on Thursday positioned himself as a pragmatic, pro-compromise presidential candidate, dismissing 2016 rivals whom he said merely seek to be “critic-in-chief.” Perry in recent weeks has sought to portray himself as a more...

Radom MSBS 556 & Tarnów 308 ZMT HS SHOT Show 2015Radom MSBS 556 & Tarnów 308 ZMT HS Bullpup Rifles SHOT Show 2015 with Hank Strange. MSBS-556 Radom (short for Modułowy System Broni Strzeleckiej kalibru 5,56 mm – Radom or English: Modular Firearm System...

Here is another story of a person using a firearm in self defense. In this case, a National Guardsman found himself highly outnumbered as he faced off against three would-be armed robbers. According to media reports, the man, identified as 23 year old Joseph Toombs,...

In the wake of SHOT Show, I had been pondering some conversations with folks who were interested in changing their agency or team over to the 1911 from a Glock, Sig, etc. Readers here likely understand the true investment required to run a 1911, and I wanted to throw...

As gun suppressors are one of the items covered by the 1934 National Firearms Act (NFA), there’s a lot of mystery and misconception surrounding the topic. When I haul suppressors to my local range, I continue to be amazed by the number of people who still don’t know...

Go read this article... Kansas City Star (blog)Missouri and Kansas lawmakers to propose anti-gun violence billsKSHBKANSAS CITY, Mo. – In a rare show of bi-state and bi-partisan unity, a Missouri Democrat and a Kansas Republican plan to present legislation to curb gun...

The Virginian-PilotOur History | Gun issued in 1800s found its way homeThe Virginian-PilotBut his gun was engraved with Taylor’s name and infantry regiment, something that was rare at the time, and probably the result of actions by his older brother Lt. Col. Walter H....

Go read this article... Trayvon Martin’s dad: Fight gun violence in black neighborhoodsWSB AtlantaGospel songs rang through the sanctuary of a Florida church Sunday afternoon just before Trayvon Martin’s father exhorted the congregation to combat gun violence in black...

You wonder why New York City police are upset at city handlers? Ruhim Ullah’s actions were apparently threatening enough for police to justifiably shoot him. He threatened police with an 18 inch machete. From appearances, the city can’t be bothered enough, to fight...

Dorm room. Middle of the afternoon. Robbery. Gunpoint. A whole bunch of bad news. Sounds like these criminals were pretty brazen, and I’d bet they are well aware that guns aren’t allowed on campus or in the dorms. In fact, WMU bans basically all forms of defensive...

Go read this article... Remington Outdoor Company announced Tuesday it has launched a new incentive program to help boost sales by giving top retailers cash for moving inventory.The so-called “Big Green Rewards” program allows salespeople over 21 who work at shops...

Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images Speaking at a large pro-gun rally at the Vermont statehouse this week, state Sen. John Campbell told law-abiding Vermonters they would need to undergo criminal background checks before buying guns. “The major issue in this bill people...

When Crimson Trace visited NRA headquarters earlier this month, the representatives told us the company’s best-selling universal-fit laser was the CMR-201 red laser. At $159, it’s one of the company’s least-expensive laser options, and it fits most pistols with rails,...

Go read this article... Santa Barbara IndependentGanging Up on Gun ViolenceSanta Barbara IndependentCapps said she thinks gun violence policy will come from the bottom up. “When we’ve had enough as a nation in communities, the Congress will change. It might not show...

Go read this article... Customers who are into AR-style rifles know that one of the best ways to upgrade their rifles is to change out the trigger.Stock ARs come with a gritty trigger that’s got a heavier pull, more travel and a not-so-crisp reset. You can do a lot...

Go read this article... The Alternative Alternative Ballistics is marketing ‘The Alternative’ as a snap-on tool for police use to reduce fatalities. I say that there is already an alternative — it’s called a tazer. If an officer feels a threat warrants more response...

Go read this article... Virginia Senate panel shoots down gun control billsWashington TimesA Virginia Senate panel on Monday killed several gun control initiatives pushed by Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe, including bills to require universal background checks on gun...

Go read this article... BurlingtonFreePress.comGun violation nets convicted felon 5 yearsBurlingtonFreePress.comHolmes circumvented the federal gun law by arranging for the woman to buy a 9-mm semiautomatic pistol and a .32-caliber derringer for him in May 2013 at...

Breitbart NewsDKNY Founder to Spread Gun Control Message on Custom BraceletsBreitbart NewsOn February 10, DKNY founder Donna Karan will join Michael Bloomberg, Gabby Giffords, Richard Martinez, and Everytown for Gun Safety for a gun control push that will be marked by...

A few of years ago, I read a short blog post by Todd Green entitled “Feelings”. It was about how it’s easy to trick ourselves into believing that one particular technique or piece of gear is effective based on how it “fees” to us. Todd used the example of adding a...

David Codrea: … those associations in and of themselves don’t relate how Carter would be able to use the position of Secretary of Defense to impact gun owners. Here’s one area that it might: In following up on reports of military installations destroying expended...

Wisconsin concealed carry permits topped 240,000 in 2014, according to the Wisconsin Department of Justice. From the jsonline.com:Nearly 34,000 were issued permits, raising the total number in Wisconsin to 242,488, according to an annual report from the Department of...

BETChicago Gun Violence: 1 Dead, 8 Wounded This Past WeekendBETIn Chicago, one person was killed and at least eight were wounded in gun violence this past weekend, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. A 13-year-old boy was the youngest of the victims. Anthony Diaz was...

Hilton covered Raven Concealment’s new Eidolon, but it deserves another mention here. In a world where most simply imitate, Raven Concealment continues to innovate and turn new ideas into great products. The Eidolon is an ambitious new design and concept, and we look...

Watch me discuss the finer points of dry fire, being a gamer, and burnout with the USPSA Production Champion Ben Stoeger and his producer Candace who seems like a very nice lady. I should also point out that Candace is (I think) the only female 5 gun master. So that’s...

Go read this article... USA TODAYSt. Louis police: Suspect with gun shot and killedUSA TODAYLOUIS — St. Louis police say a suspect who pointed a gun was shot and killed by officers Tuesday. St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Sam Dotson said the suspect was...

MyCentralJersey.comEDITORIAL: Shoot down Sunday gun huntingMyCentralJersey.comOnce a week, New Jersey’s non-gun toting nature lovers can enjoy the state’s public lands without any fear of running afoul of a stray bullet from the weapon of a hunter. Hikers,...

Go read this article... Obama’s appointee.Anti-gun Rep. Robin Kelly has introduced H.R.224. Which would require Obama’s politically appointed Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, to submit an annual report go Congress “on the effects of gun violence” in regard to “public...

I would be remiss if I didn’t thank S.E. “Gene” Pitts, manager of the Manatee Gun and Archery Club, for his incredible hospitality. We showed up to shoot a couple ballistic plates with five guys and an arsenal of guns Monday, for a story that will publish soon. Gene...

Go read this article... Small child inches from gun during armed robberyKHOUHOUSTON – Jaw-dropping surveillance video shows four armed suspects casually walk into the McDonald’s on Veterans Memorial and Antoine Drive. In the video, you can see a little boy just inches...

We have seen many new double barrel shotguns rise to prominence, only to fall on their face due to various malfunction issues. Hopefully, this is a different story for the DP-12 Shotgun released at the 2015 SHOT Show. Weapons Education snagged some good coverage,...

If you’re in the market for a great rifle with longer range capabilities while packing a bigger punch, Radical Firearms has just released their new RF 20″ 6.5 Grendel Complete Rifle at a really great price point. The RF 20″ 6.5 Grendel comes with a 20″ SS match grade...

Go read this article... Mark Greenman is the editor of Good-Kit and the founder of Gearward – an online retailer with all kinds of unique and useful EDC gear. His article on the “public knife” concept gelled some ideas that I have been knocking around in my own mind...

SIG Sauer has jumped into the silencer pool with both feet, releasing a full line of cans at this year’s SHOT Show. Everything from a small .22LR version up to a quick-detach .338LM beast. Headed up by Kevin Brittingham, formerly known as the founder and head of AAC,...

Shooting Sports Retailer just obtained the following release from ATK. Stay tuned to this site for more on the new Vista Outdoor and an exclusive interview with CEO Mark DeYoung.Clearfield, Utah, Feb. 10, 2015 – Vista Outdoor Inc. (“Vista Outdoor”) (NYSE: VSTO), which...

Desert Tech MDR Bullpup Rifle Full Update SHOT Show 2015 Desert Tech MDR Bullpup Rifle Update SHOT Show 2015. The DT MDR – Micro Dynamic Rifle will be available by the end of the year in either 223 or 308, on the convention floor at SHOT show, Hank Strange talks to...

Mother Nature NetworkWashington smart gun push ignores key issuesMyNorthwest.comGun control activists in Washington state are launching a new campaign aimed at pushing smart guns, which are, essentially, a type of gun with safety dictated by technology. Some smart...

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the...

KVUEPolice: North Texas man had APD officer’s gunKVUEGEORGETOWN, Texas — Police have arrested a man from North Texas accused of stealing a gun from Austin, according to arrest paperwork. Police said an officer stopped 23-year-old Blake Terry from Lantana, Texas on...

A constitutional carry reform bill has been introduced in the West Virginia Senate this year, 2015. SB347 would remove the penalties for carrying a concealed weapon, if the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing firearms. From legiscan.com: (a) Any person...

“It’s pretty cut and dry,” Tully said. “He was on private property and he was approached by gunmen who tried to take his money. As far as we’re concerned, that was justifiable use.” He said police do plan to file charges this week against three other people allegedly...

State Sen. John Campbell, told gun owners at a pro-gun rally, that they would need to undergo criminal background checks to buy guns. That didn’t go over so well, and it begs the question, of who would be dumb enough to do so. Well, citizens spoke out, and basically...

Inquisitr.com: Hoping to get attention by being placed under arrest, about 50 pro-gun advocates gathered at the Washington State Capitol building on Saturday morning. They were protesting the decision against allowing guns to be openly carried into the Legislature’s...

NJ.comThree Jersey City men charged with having gun, drugs in carNJ.comJERSEY CITY — Three men made their first court appearance Friday on charges that police found a gun and suspected cocaine in their vehicle following a traffic stop yesterday, officials said. Darryl...

The News JournalInvestigation leads to gun, drug arrestThe News JournalA three-month drug investigation in Elsmere led to a resident’s arrest, town police said. A search warrant was executed Saturday at a home in the 200 block of Birch Ave., where officers seized a...

Go read this article... MyCentralJersey.comAfter Gun Dealer Threatens to Sue, Bloomberg Group Issues CorrectionTheBlaze.comThe Michael Bloomberg-financed Everytown for Gun Safety issued a correction to one of its reports after a Vermont gun dealer said he was...

“That looked like a waste of time and effort. All they did was lock the doors,” an anonymous troll on the Sipsey Street Irregulars blog posted in comments underneath the text of Mike Vanderboegh’s Saturday speech at the State Capitol in Olympia. It was an obvious...

This was only my second SHOT Show, and this was the first year that I did not get deathly ill and bail after one day. In that regard, it was a huge success for me. The show itself is really beyond compare. It is absolutely astronomical in size. I spent all of day one...

A group of home invaders in California found themselves facing an additional gun charge after an attemped home invasion. The charge is likely the first of its kind. Justin Singh, 27 and Austin Singh, 21 are charged with robbery, possession of an assault weapon,...

Another addition the the bad idea, warning shot file. A homeowner in Boring, OR fired a warning shot when a suspect attempted to break into his house. He then proceeded to chase the suspect down the street, and then called 911 to report the crime.+ Deputies caught up...

Go read this article... SWANNANOA – A woman armed with a handgun who confronted a man who was attempting to break into her home Tuesday morning wound up being shot with her own gun after the two struggled, and the man escaped on foot.More Here …read more Related

Go read this article... Debate on Gun Violence Limited by Either-Or ThinkingPoliticusUSAIt serves the interests of the gun lobby to paint the picture in such stark and simplistic terms, that the only option to gun violence is to ban guns. But it is a far from...

Chantilly, VA – Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in electronic red dot sighting technology, marks the company’s 40th anniversary this year. Founded in 1975 by Gunnar Sandberg, the company’s non-magnified products provide superior levels of speed,...

David Codrea: Further reading confirms copies of the judgment were served to Attorney General Eric Holder, as well as to the DOJ Office of Professional Responsibility and the Office of Inspector General. Leaving the door open for further action, the opinion noted...

Ruger rose to prominence on a series of rugged, reliable firearms with price tags that weren’t out of reach of people with house payments and kids in braces. In the 1980s, the company entered the “WonderNine” market with its P85, which eventually spawned a whole swarm...

It looks like the anti-gun Democrats are back at it in Congress once again. This time they are looking to bring back the federal ban on magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds. Those of you who lived through the first federal “assault weapons ban” know how...

Aimpoint red-dot sights have earned their reputation for quality and reliability. I own several, including the tiny Micro T-1. That’s why I was very excited to test the new Micro T-2, which the company touts as an enhanced version of the T-1. Given my love for the...

Go read this article... Kentucky taking gun-permit applications onlineUSA TODAYFRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky gun owners can obtain concealed-carry permits faster under a new online application process that critics view as dangerous but others say pays heed to Second...

I’ve just been practicing a lot. That’s kydex from the inside of my holster embedded in my slide. I’ll take this over a fancy paint job any day. Been getting probably 200 dry fire draws every day and this is starting to happen after a couple weeks of being on a solid...

In a frankly-worded mea culpa, Remington Outdoor Company has admitted it broke faith with its customers by releasing a problem-ridden pistol last year and pooched the purchase of Marlin in 2007. The statement comes as the company announced it would rebrand sister...

Eastern Washington University ends campus gun storageKOMO NewsBecause guns are prohibited on most college and university campuses, many schools offer storage services for students who live on campus. Washington State University and Gonzaga University still do, as does...

Go read this article... The suspect then pulled out a handgun in an attempt to rob the victim. The victim struggled over the gun and the suspect was believed to be shot in the leg.More Here …read more Related

Go read this article... A township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania has put up signs proudly announcing that it is not a gun free zone. Conoy Township had put up four signs and was planning on putting up 10 more. From wgal.com: Township officials said the signs are...

Go read this article... OregonLive.comBoy detained near Reynolds High School released; police unsure if gun involvedOregonLive.comA four-agency police response was triggered Tuesday afternoon on concerns a Gresham boy was possibly near Reynolds High School with a gun,...

Go read this article... Some anti-rights activists are sure the rules don’t apply to them. They have armed bodyguards while they want to make sure you’re disarmed. Simply stated, the rich gun-grabbers have one set of rules for them, and a different set of rules that...

Using California as an example, lawmakers from Kansas and Missouri, are pushing a new gun law. The new legislation would allow “any person” to file a restraining order that removes a person’s right to posses a firearm. Rep. Rick Brattin, a Harrisonville Republican,...

Go read this article... A concealed carrier in Pennsylvania, who has only been identified as a 67 year old man shot and killed an 18 year old attempted armed robber yesterday on a path in Cobbs Creek Park. It turns out that the suspect was actually armed with a...

If you’ve been thinking about building a sweet 9mm chambered AR like I have been, you might want to check out this one from Gun Point Manufacturing. Its a billet lower called the GPM-15 that requires zero roll pins for installation, features a threaded safety detent...

Go read this article... I know several of you have been waiting for the return of the Geissele Automatics Super Modular Rail MK4. The wait is over! The 13″ SMR MK4 M-LOK rails are in stock in both Black and DDC. I suspect there will be dancing in the streets. …read...

Photo Courtesy of Linked In In this recorded call, Ann Wright, “Coalitions & Outreach Advisor” for Michael Bloomberg’s Everytown for Gun Safety, attempted to recruit Jennie Cochran to push for more gun control laws in Oregon reported Bearing Arms. Wright reached...

Go read this article... THV 11Arkansas Lawmakers Mull Pro-Gun ProposalsKUARLawmakers backing a number of pro-gun measures at the Arkansas Capitol are hopeful that Republican domination of state government will give their bills a better chance of passing. Arkansas...

Senate hearings are scheduled to begin next week on Barack Obama’s nomination of Ashton Carter for Secretary of Defense, Fox News reported Sunday. And while the primary thrust of those hearings will be in determining the nominee’s suitability for leading the nation in...

The list is still going for all the great products from the 2015 SHOT Show. Here’s some background of the new Sig Sauer P220. A great pistol now in 10mm. From GunsAmerica: The new P220 10mm models will all feature 5-inch barrels to take full advantage of the 10mm...

Arkansas lawmakers consider campus carry, ‘stand your ground,’ other pro-gun …Daily JournalLITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — Lawmakers backing a number of pro-gun measures at the Arkansas Capitol are hopeful that Republican domination of state government will give their bills a...

The University of Tennessee hosted a gun control debate January 21, 2015. The debaters were Juan Pacheco, a former gang member and speaker for the Peace Warriors Network, and Glen Caroline, Director of the NRA Grassroots Division of the NRA Institute for Legislative...

Photo Courtesy of WHNT 19 Many people are starting to understand the need for defense in an armed robbery, but none understand it better than this man who was robber twice in one day. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting. A call came...

1948-2014Warrior, Artist, Philosopher Who wouldn’t want to be remembered with words like these: Stubborn, single-minded, articulate, knowledgeable, independent, moral, inquisitive, interesting and accomplished . . . That’s what Robbie Barrkman wrote of Louis Awerbuck...

Go read this article... Breitbart NewsEuropean Police: Gun Control Not Working, Jihadists Have Us OutgunnedBreitbart NewsPolice armed with pistols in heavily gun-controlled European countries are realizing a hard lesson fast–jihadists with no respect for the law are...

A Texas Senate committee will hold the first public hearings on open carry and campus carry legislation on Thursday, but thanks to the antics of attention-starved Open Carry Tarrant County (OCTC) and their leader, cop-hating anarchist Kory Watkins, a bill arguing for...

The Detroit NewsRevised gun board bills get Senate OK, move to HouseThe Detroit NewsIn support of his legislation, Green says county gun board reviews, the state mechanism for granting concealed weapon permits since 1927, are an anachronism that slows the process and...

Go read this article... My first contact with the lightweight Colt Commander came when I signed on as a policeman in north Texas. The department that I worked for required us to carry revolvers but had no comment about what we carried off duty. As a result, my...

For years, the name “Fobus” has been synonymous with polymer belt or paddle holsters, and the company has offered both types with and without the patented roto-holster option. Recently, Fobus has started expanding its holster line to include inside-the-waistband (IWB)...

A 67-Year-Old CCW permit holder stopped a crime spree and a budding criminal career on Wednesday, 4 February, 2015 in Cobbs Creek Park in Pennsylvania. The victim was walking along a path when the assailant, wearing a mask and brandishing a pistol, ran up to him,...

Go read this article... Apparently Ukrainians have found a means to keep warm by the rifle side. Sure it entails a belt fed machine gun and a fortune worth of ammunition, but sometimes you have to utilize your god given resources to survive. …read more Related

Photo Courtesy of KHOU This homeowner was so frightened by the multiple men in his home that he unloaded everything on them. Harris County Precinct 4 deputies are on the hunt for two armed intruders after a home invasion in the overnight hours. It happened around...

Go read this article... Alan Gottlieb believes that gun control advocates are using “smart guns” to “hinder” the Second Amendment. It’s actually the only reason they push for it. Via Guns.com: …read more Related

Go read this article... Man Shows Amazing Generosity to Wounded VetMan Wins Century Arms C39 AK-47 and Gives it to Rick Cicero Who was Wounded in Afghanistan 2015 SHOT Show.Century Arms C39 Giveaway 2015 SHOT Show. Jacob Herman from Century Arms gives away a brand new...

Go read this article... An armed customer at a Houston, Texas restaurant apparently stopped an active shooter situation last night around 10:45PM. Two men began arguing in the Mien Tay Quan restaurant and were asked to leave. According to local media reports this is...

Caleb, in his recent appearance on Ben Stoeger’s new version of his podcast as a Google Hangout, went on a profanity-laced rant against Production Optics that is both awesome and correct. I’m not going to embed the video because, seriously, profanity, but if you want...

Go read this article... Breitbart NewsGun Dealer Retains Lawyer for Possible Lawsuit Against Gun Control GroupBreitbart NewsMount Holly, Vermont, gun dealer Bobby Richards has retained a lawyer and is considering a lawsuit over what he claims is defamation resulting...

Go read this article... Pro-gun signs vandalized in Lancaster CountyWGAL LancasterPro-gun signs vandalized in Lancaster County. UPDATED 6:07 PM EST Feb 10, 2015. Next Video: Boyfriend behind bars after student found dead at Millersville. 0. next video will play in: 2....

Go read this article... I recently added the Scalarworks LDM to my lightest carbine which shed 1.5 ounces from the total weight, lowering it to 6.13 pounds (unloaded). I stood there looking at the scale for moment and realized that I was so tantalizingly close to the...