A New Shotgunner’s First-Time Pheasant Hunt
We had a group of five hunters (four guns in the field at a time), two dogs (who took turns pointing) and our guide.
Why Does Capital One Consider Lawful Gun Sales to be a ‘Prohibited Industry’?
Capital One is going to have to attempt to tell a court that “What’s in your wallet?” is actually illegal banking discrimination.
Armed Populace: Good Guy With a Gun Helped Statie Take Down Spree Shooter in Cambridge, Mass
The man joined a state trooper to stop a rampage, and in the process, once again demonstrated the value of an armed citizenry to public safety.
A Thought Experiment Based on Flawed Assumptions is a Recipe for…Legacy Media Column Inches
Any ideas that are inspired by a bad idea based on a flawed premise – that guns are more to blame for crime than people – are likely to be…
We’re In the Middle of a Historic Suppressor Boom and it’s Spectacular
We can expect any number of new suppressor announcements this year, and probably next. Some established brands wonder how many may be here today, but gone tomorrow.
Still Great: The Tactical Rifles Chimera Bolt Gun
I genuinely look forward to getting behind a well-made, precision bolt-action rifle and putting well-placed rounds down range.
David Yamane on How to Move Beyond the Binary Gun Debate in America
The bubble insulating professor David Yamane from guns started to break down under the weight of North Carolina’s robust gun culture.
Gear Review: Leupold Storm Warden Jacket and Pants
Leupold Storm Warden Gear (Image courtesy JWT for SNW.) Through a series of fortunate events, I ended up essentially spending just over two weeks on two…
Florida Person Classic: Man’s Girlfriend’s Sister Tells Him to Strip, Tries to Rob Him at Gunpoint
Being a true Florida Woman, Barron tried to run from police — unsuccessfully — which only made matters worse.
Modest Cuts in DOJ Grants Jeopardize Progress in Reducing Violent Crime…Allegedly
The DOJ’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal reduces the pool of funds for public safety and justice programs by an additional $850 million – about a 15% decrease from the prior year.
You Too Can Have a Fire Team Leader Gun
This is just an example of something that a citizen residing in free America can assemble in their own workshop, using parts that are readily available.
Safety Tip: Don’t Bet Your Life on Bear Spray
The common claim about bear spray is that it’s more effective than a firearm. The trouble is, that claim is in no way connected to reality.
They’ll Appreciate Her When They’re Older
Georgia Student Arrested for Posting Pic of LEGO Gun – and a Threat – on Snapchat
When we heard that the principal had a student arrested for posting a pic of a LEGO gun on Snapchat, we figured it was the work of yet another education…
Fix Our Forests Act Would Restore Some Sanity to Wilderness and Wildlife Management
The bill would allow forests to be restored before they burn, habitat to be improved before it is lost and public access to be protected before gates are closed.
Denver Post: This Really Isn’t a Good Time for the DOJ to Challenge the City’s ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban
The U.S. Department of Justice waited 37 years to challenge Denver’s gun control law, only to demand the law’s repeal just after police released a trove of records underscoring for Coloradans why…
Three-Dot Sights Suck and This is Why . . .
Having seen what I saw this morning, or perhaps more aptly, read what I read in the caption of a photograph of an online gun review, I can no longer…
County Supervisor Karen Thinks Gun Stores Should Be Able to Read Customers’ Minds
She omits, of course, is that he bought his guns legally, and nobody has presented any evidence otherwise.
Bloomberg Agitprop Outlet Tries to Blame Gun Store For Selling To Would Be Trump Assassin
The shame here belongs to Bloomberg’s antigun mouthpiece, The Trace. It’s clear, though, they have no shame when it comes to ignoring the truth.
The CZ P-09 F Nocturne: A Hammer-Fired Oasis
Let’s just say I like hammer-fired DA/SA pistols and I’m glad someone is out there producing a modern option that’s not all that expensive.
Don’t Expect the Persistent Mismatch Between Perception and Reality to Affect Gun Policy or Politics
There has long been a detrimental mismatch between perception, proportion, and actual data that has distorted firearm policy discussions. Don’t expect that to change any time soon.
Self-Defense Isn’t Optional and Apathy Isn’t Peacefulness…It’s Surrender With Extra Steps
Self-defense isn’t optional. It’s not ‘escalation.’ It’s the most basic human right and the foundation of every free society.
Desperation: Anti-Gun Academics Dream Up Absurd National Concealed Carry Policy
It’s almost as if these egg heads had never heard of the Bruen decision.
Affordable and Solid: Streamlight’s TLR-3X Weapon Light
With the Streamlight TLR-3X, a budget-friendly design backed by Streamlight reliability is making a comeback.
Everytown Warns Its Own AI-Powered Gun Crime Tracking Tool Data Isn’t Reliable
Everytown’s own disclaimer warns users that the tool’s outputs may be incomplete, inaccurate or otherwise unreliable.
After Suing Denver Over AWB, DOJ Sues State of Colorado Over ‘High Cap’ Magazine Ban
“This is the first time in American history that the United States Department of Justice is on the side of the citizens in enforcing the Second Amendment.”
Armed Self-Defense is a ‘Luxury’ Illinois’ Poor Don’t Need When the Intent is to Make the 2A Passé
One thing the city’s gun and crime control policies are not delivering for Chicago’s most vulnerable residents is reliable protection.
Safariland’s New INCOG XS IWB Holster for Appendix and Strong Side Carry
The Safariland INCOG XS, developed in collaboration with Haley Strategic Partners, is a purpose-driven solution for deep concealment.
Texas Self-Defense: Hero Dad Drops a Persistent Carjacker Who Threatened His Family [VIDEO]
Papa bear wasn’t having it. He fought back tooth and nail, clearly trying to avoid killing his attacker. He also bought precious seconds for family members to scramble clear.
On Beretta and Ruger and Aligning Common Interests
With this week’s announced agreement, both sides appear to have realized that it’s better to align their common interests than engage in expensive corporate combat.

