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NEWTOWN, Conn. — The NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, applauded the finalization of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC) rule to end discrimination by financial service providers against the firearm industry and others. NSSF worked closely with the OCC, members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate to ensure […]
The post NSSF Applauds OCC Finalization of Fair Access Banking Rule appeared first on NSSF.
H.R. 38 Would End Patchwork of Confusing Gun Law for CC Permit Holders NEWTOWN, Conn. — NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, hailed U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson’s (R-N.C.) introduction of the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, H.R. 38, on the first day of the 117th Congress. The legislation was introduced with bipartisan support and 154 original […]
The post NSSF Hails Rep. Richard Hudson’s Concealed Carry Reciprocity Legislation appeared first on NSSF.
NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, reports that late today the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) rescinded its Notice of “Objective Factors for Classifying Weapons with Stabilizing Braces” that was published just last week. NSSF had been engaging with manufacturers, distributors, retailers, as well as policymakers to highlight concerns […]
The post ATF Rescinds Stabilizing Brace Notice appeared first on NSSF.
Donations Support America’s Most Influential Firearm Safety Program NEWTOWN, Conn. — Project ChildSafe® Foundation has launched an exciting Sweepstakes to raise funds in support of the National Shooting Sports Foundation®’s Project ChildSafe program, which works to prevent firearms accidents and misuse by promoting safe handling of firearms and secure storage when not in use. The […]
The post NSSF’s Project ChildSafe Sweepstakes: Donate for a chance to win a Benelli Shotgun and other prizes from CrossBreed, Brazen and Yeti appeared first on NSSF.
NEWTOWN, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturing Institute, Inc.® (SAAMI®) reminds manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers they must discontinue the use of ORM-D labeling for shipping sporting ammunitions via surface transport after Dec. 31, 2020. The change in labeling requirements, rendered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), aligns shipment of sporting ammunition […]
The post ORM-D Small Arms Ammunition Shipping Ending in December appeared first on NSSF.
Digital publication delivers NSSF program’s newest and most popular firearm safety materials NEWTOWN, Conn. — Project ChildSafe®, a program of the National Shooting Sports Foundation®, now offers a new digital publication that provides easy access to its key educational resources on firearm safety and suicide prevention. The enhanced digital resource is one of the most […]
The post New and Expanded Project ChildSafe Brochure Provides a Comprehensive Resource on Gun Safety appeared first on NSSF.
New informational videos offer important safety considerations to help responsible gun owners prevent theft and unauthorized access NEWTOWN, Conn. — In two new video public service announcements, the National Shooting Sports Foundation® encourages gun owners to securely store their firearms when temporarily leaving them in vehicles. Thefts of firearms from vehicles have risen in many […]
The post NSSF Launches PSAs on Storing Firearms Securely in Vehicles appeared first on NSSF.
NEWTOWN, Conn. — NSSF’s SHOT UniversityTM Online learning portal offers a new presentation to help firearm owners, retailers and employees better understand the complexities of suicide and suicide prevention. The suicide prevention modules are the latest addition to SHOT University Online’s lineup of educational presentations for industry companies and their employees. These presentations expand NSSF’s […]
The post New NSSF SHOT University Online Learning Modules for Suicide Prevention appeared first on NSSF.
NEWTOWN, Conn. — SHOT Business®, the official publication of NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, recently published its December 2020 issue. Its most notable feature article, and the first of its kind to appear between the covers of the journal, was its “40 Under 40 Awards,” which highlighted 40 people under 40 moving the industry […]
The post NSSF Member Employees Shine in SHOT Business ‘40 Under 40’ Listing appeared first on NSSF.
Project ChildSafe® offers safety resources, educational materials for first-time and returning hunters NEWTOWN, Conn.— NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, welcomes the millions of Americans who intend to go afield this hunting season – many of them for the first time – and reminds hunters to use, transport and store their firearms safely […]
The post NSSF Promotes Safe Hunting as 2020 Hunting License Sales Surge appeared first on NSSF.
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Aero Precision, one of the nation’s leading firearm parts and accessories manufacturers, warned Tacoma, Wash., city officials their proposed punitive gun and ammunition tax would have consequences. Officials passed the proposed increases and instituted the taxes and fees. Aero Precision answered back. The company and its 800 employees announced plans to expand and grow their […]
The post Aero Precision Keeping Its Word on Tacoma Gun Tax Pledge appeared first on NSSF.
Editor’s Note: We are pleased to post the latest of our occasional Q&A features with an elected official who supports hunting and the shooting sports. NSSF thanks U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) for agreeing to talk with us. 1) Who introduced you to hunting and the shooting sports? I was born and raised in Upstate […]
The post NSSF Profile Q & A: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) appeared first on NSSF.
Michael Bloomberg’s The Trace is on a campaign to turn gun companies against the leading online voices that speak about the importance of gun rights. The Trace, which is nothing but a gun control megaphone disguising itself as pseudo-journalism, sent out a “name-and-shame” email last week putting companies on notice. They listed 13 specific firearm […]
The post Bloomberg’s Propaganda Arm ‘The Trace’ Naming-&-Shaming appeared first on NSSF.
Facebook decided – in the name of safety – that they would ban any ads for “accessories such as gun safes, vests and gun holsters in the US,” according to a blog post posted by the company. The ad ban comes just weeks after a record-breaking year for gun sales closed out. More than 21 […]
The post Facebook Sacrifices Safety for Political Points appeared first on NSSF.
Throughout history, censorship has occurred whenever government or private groups attempt to impose their political or moral values on others. One would imagine that this could never happen in the most free and prosperous country in the history of the world. This type of activity clearly seems incongruous with the founding principles – not to […]
The post De-platforming of Gun Sites is a Dark Harbinger appeared first on NSSF.
Traveling between two dots on a map would become less worrisome for travelers transporting firearms if Congress listens to what U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-Va.) is offering. He’s introduced H.R. 225, a bill that would remove the legal pitfalls for interstate travel with firearms. The legislation couldn’t be more timely. America saw its strongest year […]
The post Interstate Firearm Transport Protection Bill Would Protect Travelers with Guns appeared first on NSSF.
Prospects for any sort of pro-gun bill moving in Congress are dim, but that doesn’t mean Congress shouldn’t try, especially when it’s a bill to make recreational shooting and hunting safer and make gun ranges better neighbors. That’s why NSSF is urging Congress to consider the Hearing Protection Act, H.R. 95. It’s an uphill struggle […]
The post Hearing Protection Act Deserves Resounding Congressional Support appeared first on NSSF.
Shannon Watts wants to know what’s in your wallet. Even more, she wants what’s in your wallet to decide what you can buy. Michael Bloomberg’s front woman for his bought-and-paid-for gun control group Moms Demand Action is demanding credit card companies monitor and police cardholder purchases. Specifically, she wants credit card companies to ban purchases […]
The post Drilling Holes in Proposed Credit Card Regulation of Gun Purchases appeared first on NSSF.
Twenty-one million. Let that number sink in for a moment. That’s a very big number. If I told you at SHOT Show® last year that the industry would see 21 million background checks for the sale of a firearm in 2020, you would have thought I was crazy. One year later and with the benefit […]
The post Taking Stock of Record-Setting 2020 Firearm Year appeared first on NSSF.
NEWTOWN, Conn. — The NSSF®, the firearm industry’s trade association, commends U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan’s (R-S.C.) introduction of the Hearing Protection Act, H.R. 95. The legislation was introduced with 36 original co-sponsors. The bill would remove firearm suppressors from the list of definitions under the 1934 National Firearms Act (NFA), eliminating onerous and duplicitous background checks. […]
The post NSSF Commends Rep. Jeff Duncan’s Introduction of the Hearing Protection Act appeared first on NSSF.
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If you need some high-quality self-defense ammo. Here are some of the choices available and in-stock at the time of this post.
The post Ammo In Stock: Current 9mm Ammunition Buy Opportunities, But the Prices $uck appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
On Wednesday, January 27, the Kansas House Committee on Federal and State Affairs is scheduled to consider permit recognition legislation
The post Kansas: Permit Recognition Legislation to be Considered on Wednesday appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Anyone who tells you “this is just about a stupid piece of plastic” doesn’t understand the issue.
The post Brief Filed in Maryland ‘Rapid Fire Trigger Activators’ Ban Case appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
We cross a dark parking lot several times a week. This time was different. Fortunately, our defender was ready.
The post Groceries, Guns and Robbers in the Parking Lot – Armed Citizen Stories appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
The new Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing autoloading shotgun will be available with a “new” Vintage Tan camouflage finish
The post Browning Unveils New Maxus II Wicked Wing Shotgun appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Firearms Policy Coalition and Firearms Policy Foundation announced the filing of an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court.
The post FPC and FPF Urge US Supreme Court to Restore the Right to Carry Arms appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
We clean a lot of guns and getting rid of carbon build-up is always a chore. Botach Tactical has a sale on the Battle Steel BCG Carbon Scraper at just $14.98 each.
The post Tactical Deals: Battle Steel BCG Carbon Scraper just… $14.98 Each appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
The enhanced accuracy of the new 457 VPT MTR makes it an affordable, out-of-the-box competition gun.
The post CZ Adds Match-Grade Chamber to Popular 457 MTR Precision Rimfire Rifle appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Sportsman's Guide has a special coupon code that gets you a Free 2 Pack Thermacell Handwarmers ($79.99) with purchases of $100.00. Expires February 28, 2021!
The post Tactical Deals: Free 2 Pack Thermacell Handwarmers w/ $100 Purchase Sportsman’s Guide appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Henry Repeating Arms is pleased to announce four new rifles and shotgun models that fit the needs of modern hunters
The post Henry Repeating Arms Expands Line of Hunting Rifles & Shotguns appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Sportsmans Guide has a PreOrder offer on PPU, .223 Rem., FMJBT, 55 Grain, ammunition in 600 round cases for $417.99 with FREE Shipping.
The post Ammo PreOrder: PPU, .223 Rem., FMJBT, 55Grain, Ammunition 600 Rounds $417.99 FREE S&H appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Springfield Armory is proud to announce that the Model 2020 Waypoint bolt-action rifle has received the 2020 Editor’s Choice Award for Best In Class Bolt Action Hunting Rifle from On Target magazine.
The post Springfield Armory Model 2020 Waypoint Rifle Receives On Target Magazine’s Award appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Next week, anti-gun legislation, Senate Bill 5078 and Senate Bill 5038, are scheduled for hearings in the Senate Law and Justice Committee
The post Washington State Carry Ban and Magazine Ban Bill Introduced appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Coming off a successful hunting season where additional Sunday hunting opportunities were permitted in Pennsylvania for the first time
The post Pennsylvania: Game Commission To Consider Expanded Sunday Hunting appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Primary Arms has in-stock and shipping new stock on the Armalite M15 5.56 16" Carbine with an included 1pc 30 round PMAG magazine at $799.99. Purchase limit, 1 Per Household.
The post Gun Deal: Armalite M15 5.56 16″ Carbine w/ 30 round PMAG $799.99 ~ 1 Per Household appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
SAR USA by Sarsilmaz is proud to announce that they have won the On Target Editor’s Choice Award for the SAR9 X 9mm striker-fired pistol.
The post SAR USA by Sarsilmaz Wins On Target Editor’s Choice Award appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Rainier Arms has a small inventory of Top Brass Brand Reconditioned .223 Rem Brass a 250 Count for $55.00. That is $0.22 each a unit.
The post Ammunition Brass: Top Brass Reconditioned .223 Rem Brass – 250 Count $55.00 appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
While Montpelier is atypically quiet for Jan., the COVID situation has not prevented the Legislature from moving forward with their business.
The post Vermont: Gun Bills Introduced as Legislature Begins Work Remotely appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Sportsman's Guide is having a PREORDER on 500 rounds of Igman Remington .223 Remington, FMJ, 55 Grain ammo for $379.99 with FREE shipping.
The post Ammo PREORDER: Igman Remington .223Rem FMJ 55Grn, 500 Rnds Ammunition $379.99 FREES&H appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Legislation has been introduced in Florida, Oregon and Washington—all by Democrats—to repeal state preemption statutes that have been around for several years and have always worked.
The post North and South: Anti-gunners Targeting State Preemption Statutes appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
These honest gun owners faced life threatening attacks on the street, in the car, at home and at work. Here is what we can learn.
The post On the Street, as You Drive, at Work and at Home – More Self Defense Gun Stories appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
This single letter once more highlights the continuing confusion that is created by ATF's refusal to have hard, measurable, standards for firearms brace devices.
The post ATF Criminal Branch’s Confusing Evaluation of a Single CAA Industry’s Micro Roni appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Sportsman's Guide has a great price on the SB Tactical SBA3 Pistol Stabilizing Brace Deal that with a coupon code you can pick one up for $96.99 with FREE shipping.
The post Tactical Deals: SB Tactical SBA3 Pistol Stabilizing Brace $96.96 FREE S&H CODE appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Constitutional Carry has been introduced in Utah, in an improved version, in bill HB60, by Representative Walt Brooks, of District 75. It has a good chance of passage.
The post Constitutional Carry Coming to Utah? The Outlook is Positive appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Looking for some reusable gun cleaning patches? Check out SWAB-ITS firearm cleaning swabs and kits. They offer cleaning tips on up to swabs.
The post Swab-Its Firearm Cleaning Kits – Review appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Brownells has a great buy on the Vortex Crossfire II 1-4X24mm Scope V-Brite Reticle & matching Mount for just $214.99 after a coupon code & FREE Shipping.
The post Vortex Crossfire II 1-4X24mm Scope V-Brite Reticle & Mount $214.99 FREE S&H CODE appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Today the House Judiciary Committee will hear House Study Bill 9 to propose an amendment to the state Constitution affirming
The post Iowa House Committee Hearing Right to Bear Arms Constitutional Amend appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
On January 18th, President Trump signed an “Executive Order on Protecting Law Enforcement Officers, Judges, Prosecutors, And Their Families.”
The post President Trump’s Executive Order Expands LEOSA Carry Rights appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Kentuck Gun Co with another great deal! Get a check price on the Anderson AM-15 No Logo AR15 Lower Receiver for your next AR rifle build at $89.99 with Flat-Rate Shipping!
The post Gun Deals: Anderson AM-15 No Logo AR15 Lower Receiver Multi-Cal $89.99 Flat-Rate S&H appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Streamlight Inc, a leading provider of high-performance lighting introduced the TLR RM 1 Laser and TLR RM 2 Laser tactical
The post Streamlight Launches Laser Versions of Rail Mount Lights appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
EOTECH has been awarded a $277,000 optics contract from the Kansas State Highway Patrol to provide weapon sights.
The post EOTECH Awarded Kansas Highway Patrol Optics Contract appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Virginia has provided a stark example of how gun control is aimed at harassing law-abiding gun owners rather than improving public safety
The post Virginia Stops Online Carry Courses Despite Promoting Social-Distancing appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Neither violence nor advocacy through Intimidation are condoned by leaders in the Gun Rights Movement.
The post The Gun Rights Movement is Not Violent appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Botach has in-stock and shipping Winchester Ranger T-Series RA9TA 9mm 127GR +P+ Ammunition in 50 Round boxes for $79.98 each.
The post Ammo InStock: Winchester Ranger T-Series RA9TA 9mm 127GR +P+ Ammunition 50rnds $79.98 appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Sportsman's Guide has a great price on the SB Tactical SBM4 Pistol Stabilizing Brace that with a coupon code you can pick one up for $87.99 with FREE shipping.
The post Tactical Deals: SB Tactical SBM4 Pistol Stabilizing Brace $87.99 FREE S&H CODE appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
The Montana House has passed HB102, a number of statutory gun reform measures meant to restore the right to keep and bear arms.
The post Montana House Passes Bill with Constitutional Carry appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Federal Ammunition’s product teams are expanding handgun cartridge options in multiple product categories in 2021. Several new product line
The post Federal Ammunition Announces New Pistol Loadings for 2021 appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
In the states, Second Amendment supporters can address two big issues - one of which swung the 2020 election.
The post Where Things Stand In The States appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Timney announced today their next chapter for the 75-year-old iconic brand – The Timney Alpha Competition Glock trigger
The post Timney Triggers Announces New Alpha Glock Competition Trigger appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
Primary Arms has a sale on some Anderson Manufacturing AR-15 Stripped Lower Receiver for just $47.99 each while stock lasts.
The post Anderson Mfg AR-15 Stripped Lower Receivers $47.99each..!! WHAT? Limit 1 Unit appeared first on AmmoLand.com.
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Photo Of The Day is back after an extremely busy week of Press Releases and Product Announcements and what a photo! Hille James won the “Combat Documentation Operational” in the Military Visual Awards 2019 with this entry, and it’s easy to see why. A soldier with two of his best friends – the issued firearm […]
The post POTD: Hille James – Winner of Combat Documentation Operational appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Good evening quiet friends and welcome back to another edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the YHM R9 multi-caliber suppressor. Last week we brought out the Innovative Arms DECEPTION 7.62 for a bit of a show and tell. This week we are going smaller with the Innovative […]
The post SILENCER SATURDAY #161: Innovative Arms GRUNT Mini Vs. YHM Turbo K appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves talks with the guys at Blue Force Gear about their newest sling, the G.M.T. This is a type of sling that Blue Force has never done before, but Blue Force has responded to overwhelming customer demand and released a tail sling. The Blue Force crew talks about their […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] New “G.M.T.” Sling from Blue Force Gear appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
A timeless love affair continues. At this year’s somewhat unconventional virtual SHOT Show, SIG Sauer announced the new models of their popular ROMEO red dot sights and JULIET magnifiers. SIG Sauer say the ROMEO7S compact sight and the JULIET3-MICRO Magnifier will be ‘coming soon’. Features of SIG Sauer’s ROMEO7S: Offered in red or green 3 MOA Dot […]
The post [SHOT 2021] SIG Sauer ROMEO7S & JULIET3 Micro appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Timney Triggers has released a new series of competition handgun triggers called Alpha. First in line in the Timney Alpha series is a new trigger for the Glock Gen 3 and Gen 4 pistols. Timney’s trigger bar and sear are Teflon nickel treated, with a pull weight of three pounds. All stock Glock parts and […]
The post [SHOT 2021] New Timney Alpha Competition Glock Triggers appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
A lot of us have the need to increase the amount or the extent of things and carry guns are no exception. So after the ZEV Z365 Octane, enter the Octane Z365XL. As you can imagine, it’s the “hot rod” version of the SIG Sauer 365XL, and mainly intended for 9×19 mm carry. The new […]
The post [SHOT 2021] ZEV Tech & SIG Sauer Collaboration – The ZEV Octane Z365XL appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Ryan of Trijicon’s iron sights division about their new dual illuminated, modular, and user-customizable tritium night sights for Glock, Smith & Wesson, Springfield Armory, and SIG Sauer pistols. ««« GUN AND GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» PLEASE check out our Patreon and Subscribe Star pages if you enjoy […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] Trijicon Dual Illuminated Fiber Optic Pistol Sights appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Trijicon sent down Ryan with a new product for Gun Fest 2021 – the Trijicon DI (Dual Illuminated) pistol night sights. Trijicon already has a pretty extensive line of iron sights available for pistols, many of which feature tritium inserts. The Trijicon DI night sights feature both a dual illuminated front sight and a tritium only […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] The New Trijicon DI Pistol Night Sights appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Like I predicted, 2021 is going to be the year for Thermal Clip-on sights. TFB has already reported about the Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50, the Leica Calonox and several other manufacturers are ready to jump on the thermal train. ATN just released their latest version, the ATN TICO LT 320 50 mm – Thermal Clip-On Sight. […]
The post [SHOT 2021] New ATN TICO LT – Thermal Clip-On Sight appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
With 120 years of experience in the development and production of riflescopes for hunting and sports shooting Kahles have a lot of tradition and experience within their company. Their line of K525i 5-25x56i riflescopes now has another star where the focus is dynamic long range competitions. The name is K525i Dynamic Long Range (DLR) with […]
The post [SHOT 2021] New Kahles Riflescope – K525i Dynamic Long Range appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
If you’re into 1911s and prefer to use a dot instead of the iron sights Ed Brown now has an updated version of their KC9 model which combines the old with the new. It’s a 9x19mm with an overall length of 7.5″, in black stainless steel. The capacity is 9+1, which should be plenty enough if […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Modern Retro – Ed Brown KC9-VTX with Red Dot Optics appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
In this episode of TFBTV‘s #GunFest2021 coverage, James meets with Kristen of @511Tactical to talk about the new 5.11 pants coming out for 2021. 5.11 has generously agreed to give away a pair of these new pants to one lucky viewer that watches this video. Check it out. ««« GUN + GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» TFBTV […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] 5.11 Pants for 2021 + Viewer Giveaway appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Recently TFB broke the news about the Nox Thermal Monocular from N-Vision Optics, and since it’s that time of the year again there’s more to be revealed. The3 models of their new HALO-X series thermal sights combine a BAE Systems sensor and the most demanded features like video recording and WiFi connectivity. The top model, HALOXRF, also […]
The post [SHOT 2021] New N-Vision Optics HALO-X Thermal Sight appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
A few SHOT Shows back I stumbled upon the DryFireMag and gave it a try at their booth. I liked it so much I went out and bought one for myself. Back then it was only available for Glock pistols. Well, they now have training mags available for the Springfield XD, S&W M&P and SIG […]
The post [SHOT 2021] DryFireMags Now Available for Springfield XD, S&W M&P and SIG P320 appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Looking for a new over-and-under shotgun? With the new Mossberg Reserve Series Over-and-Under Shotguns you should be equally at home in upland fields or shooting clays in a competition. Priced from around $630 they should provide an affordable yet exclusive alternative. There are two main models to chose from, the Mossberg International Silver Reserve Field […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Reserve Series O/U Shotguns from Mossberg appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Shadow Systems have released a new full sized pistol called the DR920. It is available in either Combat or Elite models, with the difference being in the slide features. One interesting feature is that it works with Glock G17 holsters and magazines. There is an option to mount most major brands of Red Dot sights directly to the […]
The post [SHOT 2021] New Shadow Systems DR920 Full Sized Pistol appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
For 2021, Browning Ammunition has a new personal defense handgun ammunition line dubbed X-Point Defense. This ammo is offered in the most popular pistol calibers – .380 Auto, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 Auto and 10mm Auto. Let’s take a closer look. The X in the bullets of these cartridges is metallic, an extension of the […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Browning X-POINT DEFENSE Handgun Ammunition appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Taking Striker Fired Sigs to the Max New from SIG Sauer Inc. this year is the SIG P320MAX. Replete with his logo on the side, this pistol seems to be the evolution of what Team Sig Captain, Top-Tier pistolero and US Army Veteran Max Michel has come up with. Based off the P320 X-Five Legion, […]
The post [SHOT 2021] SIG P320MAX Pistol appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews Dead Air’s Field Marshal, Mike Pappas, about Dead Air’s new Nomad-LT (or Nomad-LTi) titanium suppressor, as well as the new Xeno mounting system from Dead Air. From Silencer Shop’s spec sheets: Exclusive to Silencer Shop, the Nomad-LT is Dead Air’s ultra-quiet and incredibly lightweight 30cal rifle suppressor. […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] Dead Air Nomad-LTi and Xeno Mounting System appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
This year’s SHOT Show may be a little different, ok that’s an understatement but as usual, there’s a healthy range of new shotguns being released. Maryland-based Stoeger have announced the addition of a synthetic stocked version of their Condor over/under. The new synthetic Stoeger Condor comes in at $349 (MSRP) making it an interesting option for […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Stoeger Condor With Synthetic Stock Now Available appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Stoeger snow goose: a 10 round winter optimized hunting shotgun New for 2021 from Stoeger is a special winter optimized hunting shotgun with an eye towards snow geese hunting. With the addition of their 10 round magazine tube from their M3K 3Gun Freedom series model, plus other loading and operation features optimized for heavy gloved […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Stoeger Snow Goose Hi Cap Shotgun appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
As usual, in this very unusual SHOT Show, we are seeing not only new firearms being revealed, but also quite a few other tools and accessories. Here we take a brief look at the 2021 releases from the American knife brand SOG. Terminus XR LTE 30% lighter than a standard Terminus XR, the Light Edition […]
The post [SHOT 2021] SOG Specialty Knives & Tools New Releases appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Winchester is expanding their Silvertip defensive ammunition line, which used to be only a handgun ammunition brand, to also include centerfire rifle and rimfire categories. The company has released three Silvertip rifle cartridges (.223 Remington, .300 Blackout and .308 Winchester) and one Silvertip .22 LR load. Let’s take a look at the features and specs of […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Winchester SILVERTIP Centerfire Rifle and Rimfire Ammunition appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Zastava Arms USA will have a new M70 AKM configuration coming around in late February 2021. Zastava USA brought their new rifle to TFB’s GunFest 2021 for us to get a good look. The modernized M70 will have numerous new features coming from the factory, such as a specially made muzzle brake, full length, M-LOK […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] ZASTAVA M70 With Modernized Furniture appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
LMT Defense is bringing a civilian copy of the Estonian contract rifles to the US market for civilian purchase as the Estonian Reference Rifle. TFB first reported LMT’s selection by the Estonian military back in December 2018, the contract award was confirmed by LMT in May 2019 and the contract was officially signed in August […]
The post [TFB GUNFEST] LMT’s Estonian Reference Rifle Available to US Civilians appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Winchester has expanded their Defender line of ammunition by introducing a new 5.56x45mm load, 20 and 12 gauge buckshot loads and by adding the .350 Legend cartridge to this defensive ammo family. Let’s take a quick look at each of the new Winchester Defender ammunition offerings. Winchester Defender .350 Legend Although it has always been marketed […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Winchester Expands Defender Ammo Line Adding .350 Legend, 5.56×45 and Buckshot Loads appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Since prehistory, hunters have covered their bodies and faces in materials to camouflage themselves from their prey. When you’re putting food on the table, you want as many advantages as possible. Combining both of these ideas, Browning has introduced the 12 gauge Maxus II Camo, which comes in a variety of patterns and offers a number […]
The post [SHOT 2021] Ducks Beware – The Browning Maxus II Camo appeared first on The Firearm Blog.
Looking for a high-end thermal spotter or thermal binocular? Pulsar keep pushing out new models with higher specifications and those looking for top performance should now be on the lookout for the word “Pro Series“. Two new models join the line-up: the Accolade LRF XP50 Pro (thermal binoculars with Laser Range Finder) and the Helion 2 […]
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In this episode of TFBTV‘s #GunFest2021 coverage, James Reeves talks with Ranko of Zastava Arms about Zastava’s new modular 7.62x39mm M70 as well as new .223 polymer magazines for the M85 and M90 Zastava AKs in .223. Clarification: The M85/M90 polymer magazines have a steel reinforced rear locking tab. The front locking tab is not […]
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For the first time in many years, the TFB staff are not on location in the Nevada desert for the third week of January. With all the work, logistics, headaches and potential disasters that come along with each SHOT Show, it really is a great time and we enjoy bringing you comprehensive coverage of all […]
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The Winchester Model 70 is available in more configurations than there are flavors of Starburst. This year’s SHOT Show brings us a few more juicy flavors. This one, in particular, is the Winchester Model 70 Extreme TrueTimber VSX MB. The Rifleman’s rifle is now more equipped to tackle harsh conditions. Furnished with a Tungsten Cerakote, the […]
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Stoeger introduced the full-size STR-9 back in January 2019. For the virtual SHOT Show 2021, they have announced a fully-featured version called the STR-9S Combat Pistol. Their aim is for the new model to be an all-around solution for everyday carry, home defense or just some fun at the range. The STR-9S Combat Pistol has an overall […]
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The Howa Mini Action Gets even lighter New from Legacy Sports International this year is the Howa Carbon Fiber Stalker. The stock itself comes from a collaboration between Howa and Stocky’s, an American gunstock maker. Stocky’s has this to say about their newest line up of ultralight carbon fiber stocks: Truly the Next Generation of […]
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New for 2021 from Aero Precision is a product that was teased as a prototype back in 2020 – the Breach charging handle. The Breach takes a hard look at conventionally accepted charging handles and incorporates some unique and clever design decisions in order to make for a more effective, durable, and user-friendly charging handle […]
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In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Jeff Carson of Aero Precision about their new Breach charging handle, a charging handle that will be compatible with AR-15s. The breach will be fully ambidextrous and heavy-duty. It will be available in a small and large latch version. James used the Breach for a Thunder […]
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Like their sister company Winchester which SHOT Show Special firearms we covered yesterday, Browning has also released a number of limited edition guns for the SHOT Show 2021. These guns differ from their standard, catalog counterparts by unique finishes, furniture and configuration options. In total, there are 106 Browning SHOT Show Special guns. Let’s see […]
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Pistols chambered in .22LR have been slaying tin cans in the backyard for decades. This, however, is not your Grandpappy’s .22. In the rimfire competition world, few names conjure the feeling of solid, sleek, and precise like Volquartsen. If you are a fan of their previous pistols, you’re going to want to pay attention. Black […]
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For readers that are familiar with the German Army rifle trials, and the Haenel piston operated rifle submission, a pistol version of that rifle is being imported by B&T. Haenel’s pistol version, dubbed the B&T 15 for the importation, should be available by mid-2021. The B&T 15 will feature 100 percent German-made parts and will […]
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Yes, it’s true: B&T will be importing the Haenel CR-223 as the B&T-15. The CR-223 is a semi-automatic gas-operated 5.56×45mm NATO carbine designed by C.G. Haenel in Germany. It’s basically the semi-auto version of the MK556. The CR-223/MK-556 has been in use by law enforcement agencies and German military units since 2017. Now, B&T will […]
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Hello and welcome to a special edition of The Rimfire Report! As you can expect from the title of this article it will be on the American 180, specifically hands-on experience with the American 180 at TFB Gun Fest 2021. While at Gun Fest, Blue Force Gear Director of Medical Programs Brad Gilpin brought his own personal […]
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Lewis Machine & Tool’s Estonian rifle contract has been news for some time, of which TFB has covered, but the LMT Shot Counter technology that was also rolled out with that rifle hasn’t attracted much attention. One reason for the lack of coverage could be the lack of marketability for non-military and police users. However, […]
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Winchester Repeating Arms has released the list of their SHOT Show Special firearms. These are limited edition versions of their products that can’t be found in the company’s regular catalog. The dealers can order Winchester SHOT Show Special guns during the industry’s largest exhibition (Jan 18-22, 2021). Overall, this year Winchester offers 44 SHOT Show […]
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Until recently, not many subcompact carry guns came equipped with rails. Because of this, some people either carried a larger handgun, or opted to have no light. However, with the introduction of pistols like the SIG P365, Springfield Armory Hellcat, and Glock 43X and 48 MOS models, that has changed. A need for subcompact lights […]
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If you missed your shot at purchasing Cabot’s twin meteorite 1911’s, there is still hope for you to buy a high-end pistol from the Pennsylvania-based company. Today we’re looking at the newly introduced Cabot Apocalypse. When the Apocalypse was first released, it sold out within 48 hours. With lead times of 18 months, it’s going […]
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Winchester Ammunition has announced the release of a new defensive handgun ammunition line called USA Ready Defense. Compared to the USA Ready training and practice ammunition that uses flat nose FMJ bullets, the USA Ready Defense ammo is loaded with jacketed hollow-point projectiles that have a design similar to the bullets used in Winchester Ranger One […]
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In this #GunFest2021 special episode, James is at Smith & Wesson headquarters in Springfield, MA to talk with Gemtech’s in-house guru, Anthony Proto, about the new Gemtech and Smith & Wesson collaboration: The Integra-15. This is an integrally suppressed M&P 15-22 upper for the S&W M&P-15-22 series of carbines fine tuned by Gemtech. Check out […]
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I always want to see the cool new tech that comes out of SHOT Show, and I think that’s the case for most of us. One thing that’s often overlooked is the basics. Iron sights have been around since the beginning of firearms history, and I don’t think that’s going to change. XS Sights is […]
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Photo Of The Day: Celebrities with firearms is always interesting and here we see them together with some of the U.S. Special Forces. Above you can see country singer Lee Brice, as he fires a rifle at various targets during the Special Forces Tactical Challenge. The location is the Miller Training Complex at Fort Bragg, […]
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Like many of you, I am deeply concerned about the current state of both the nation and the world. In the past year we have suffered through a global pandemic, a massive economic shutdown, civil unrest and intense political campaigns that have left us all damaged in some way. And just when you thought it […]
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In this episode of #GUNFEST2021, James Reeves meets with his friend, Ranko, of Zastava Arms, to discuss the NEW (well, new to the US) Zastava M90. Importantly, the Zastava M90 is chambered in 5.56x45mm – the same good old round as the AR-15 – but has several other differences from the Zastava M70, including a […]
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Zastava Arms arrived at TFB’s GunFest 2021 with the brand new PAP M90 PS. The Serbian made Zastava M90 is being imported by Zastava USA to satisfy customer requests for a full size 5.56 AKM pattern rifle. In addition to its larger size, the Zastava M90 is packed with new features while maintaining the quality […]
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Photo Of The Day and we take a closer look at Special Forces soldiers from the U.S. Army’s 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne). Above you can see them in a Polaris MRZR off-road utility vehicle at the Panzer Local Training area near Stuttgart, Germany in 2020. Special Forces Soldiers from the U.S. Army’s 10th Special […]
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Good morning can fans and welcome back to the 160th edition of TFB’s Silencer Saturday brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new light and modular Nitro N20 suppressor. Last week we brought you a quick look at the Spikes Tactical Compressor suppressed upper receiver in 5.56x45mm. This week we dig into […]
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In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves speaks with Chad Enos of Kel-Tec about new parts, accessories, and models of some favorites, including a new version of the Kel-Tec SUB2000, an upgrade for the KS7 shotgun, and a new version of the RDB Survival. ««« GUN + GEAR GIVEAWAYS »»» TFBTV is viewer supported and […]
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In this episode of TFBTV‘s #GunFest 2021 Coverage, James Reeves looks at the new Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro Chassis model precision rifle. According to Daniel Defense’s press release: DELTA 5 PRO is the ultimate package of performance, accuracy, and custom features that are rarely found on a production bolt gun. This bolt gun bridges […]
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Almost two years ago I wrote about the PAS-29 COTI. It is a clip-on thermal imager that projects a thermal image into the objective lens of your night vision goggles. Well, now there is a newcomer to the market – the Jerry-C aka Chinese ECOTI. It is smaller and higher resolution than the PAS-29. Let’s […]
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In today’s Photo Of The Day, we take a look at the main firearm of the Swedish Home Guard (National Security Forces) in the hands of a U.S. Special Forces Group member. He uses the Swedish Ak 4B during FID training (Foreign Internal Defense) with the Swedish Home Guard late last year. The Home Guard’s standard […]
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The latest version of the Carl Gustaf is called M4. Over five years ago the Slovak Republic became the first country to order the new Carl-Gustaf M4, and Norway is now the latest country to order it with a 7-year contract. The producer, SAAB, calls the Carl Gustaf a “man-portable multi-role weapon system.” All of the Carl-Gustaf […]
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The beleaguered gun rights organization, The National Rifle Association, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and plans to restructure in the state of Texas. Over the past few years, the NRA has come under fire for alleged financial mismanagement and the target of lawsuits and other civil actions. In August, the New York Attorney […]
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During TFB Gunfest last week, Jon Canipe of Magpul brought out a smorgasbord of new Magpul goodies. There was one item he did not have on hand but he was gracious enough to let us in on the secret. Since the news is out: Magpul is bringing back the FMG-9 with the help of Zev […]
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