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Review: EAA Girsan MC 14T Tip-Up
There is no “one-size-fits-all” solution to firearms, and scaled-down “pocket” and EDC pistols provide good examples. Creating a smaller, more concealable, centerfire semi-automatic requires, among other things, a stiffer recoil spring (or springs). Unfortunately, many individuals who prefer smallish semi-automatics lack the physical strength to easily rack the slide as …
New For 2024: Uberti 1873 Hunter Rifle Series
Despite what the movies will tell you, the 1873 Winchester was the gun that won the West, with nearly half a million manufactured in the 25 years before the frontier was tamed. Italian-made reproductions of the Model 1873 have become popular for cowboy action shooting, pistol cartridge plinking or just for those …
Constitutional Carry Is Now The Law In 29 States
This month is a big one for the Second Amendment and law-abiding citizens who don’t want to surrender their right to legal self-defense when they leave home. Governors in Louisiana and South Carolina signed Constitutional Carry measures last week. The law became effective immediately in the Palmetto State, while residents …
The Armed Citizen® March 11, 2024
Armed Citizen® Today A 37-year-old Kansas man who was out on parole for robbery and assault with a deadly weapon is now in a hospital after being shot by a homeowner whose house he attempted to rob. At 3 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, Butler County, Mo., police responded …
FN Offers “Spring Into Savings” Rebate
Purchase a new FN pistol through May 16, 2024, and you could qualify for up to $150 cash back. FN America’s Spring Into Savings promotion began on March 1 and includes 70 different models from the famed gunmaker. Cash rebate value is based on eligible firearm purchased. Enthusiasts who take home a …
Tennessee: Gun Owner Financial Privacy Bills Pass House & Senate Committees
On Tuesday, March 12th, the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee passed Senate Bill 2223 by a 7-0 vote, and the House Banking & Consumer Affairs Subcommittee passed House Bill 2762 by a voice vote. SB 2223 advances to the Senate for consideration, and HB 2762 advances to the House Commerce Committee. Please …
Alternative Ammo: .243 Winchester vs. 6mm Creedmoor
I’ll be up front here. The .243 Winchester is by far the least “alternative” ammo option I’ve done in this series so far. I personally blame my editor; he won’t let me trash the 6.5 Creedmoor like I’ve been wanting to (Editor’s Note: If I allowed this, he would write about …
New: SIG Sauer MCX-REGULATOR
SIG Sauer has announced a new model in the MCX family called the MCX-REGULATOR that combines the upper receiver of the MCX SPEAR-LT and gas piston system with a newly designed lower receiver, trigger and stock. The new SIG Sauer MCX-REGULATOR model chambered in 5.56 mm NATO is available with …
First Look: Tanfoglio Defiant Gold Match OR Pistol
Tanfoglio’s new Defiant Gold Match OR (Optics Ready) pistol combines the accuracy and speed found in Tanfolglio’s Defiant competition pistols with 13 rounds of 10mm power and is exclusively imported into the United States by the Italian Firearms Group. The Italian Firearms Group was established in 2010 and combines three of …
First Look: Galco Triton 3.0 Holster for Springfield XD Pistols
The Galco Triton 3.0 holster is new available for select pistols in the XD line from Springfield Armory. The Triton 3.0 is is fast on the draw, slender in profile, and easy to conceal, due in part to its durable, virtually maintenance-free Kydex construction. The raised sweat guard protects the wearer’s body …