People ask GOA all the time: “Why should I bother commenting to an administrative agency? The anti-gun tyrants at the ATF clearly don’t respect our rights, so it’s a waste of time.” That couldn’t be further from the truth… Your feedback and grassroots activism can make a MASSIVE difference – and …

Most shooters have a “sweet spot” of which is a favorable balance of distance, shot tempo and target size for their skill level with handguns. It is common to see enthusiasts, competitors and even armed professionals struggle to speed up as they encroach closer on the target from the sweet …

No matter your gifting needs, interests or budget, we’ve got at least one product for you. Our editors scoured the globe for the most fun, useful and well-made items for use around the home to make your holiday shopping simple. Alternatively, leave this guide out for others to see to …

Taurus USA is now expanding its signature T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics Ready Option) system originally found on its semi-automatic handguns and the Model 856 family of revolvers to the popular Taurus Judge product family. “What’s better than a Judge? A Judge with a dot on it,” said Caleb Giddings, general manager of Marketing for …

DeSantis Gunhide is releasing a wide selection of some of their best-selling holsters in styles to fit SIG Sauer P365 pistols which have mounted optics. This new selection of compatible holsters for SIG Sauer P365 Pistols with optics includes the Pro Stealth, Die Hard Ankle Rig, Mini Slide, Thumb Break Mini Slide and …

For much of the 20th century, the go-to rifle platform for many American deer hunters was a wood-stocked, bolt-action rifle, typically outfitted with iron sights and, particularly in the latter half of the century, a mounted optic. Today, the bolt-action rifle is still a popular option for those going after …

Under the header “Ammunition Registration,” New York state, as of last September, began requiring background checks for all ammunition purchases. Six states, including New York, now have laws that require background checks on ammunition sales—the others are California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts and New Jersey. Sellers are required to keep information …

Comments during Ammo Inc.’s Nov. 9 earnings conference call indicate enthusiasts can expect cartridge prices to increase for the rest of the year and continue to do so through 2024. Officials from the firm base that prediction on demand for its Streak Visual Ammunition, Jagemann Munition Components, /stelTH/ Subsonic Ammunition and Ammo Incorporated …

A few years ago, a respected colleague of mine referred to the carrying of two defensive guns as a “New York Reload.” While I appreciate the clever term, I have to say that the practice goes back long, long ago, maybe even before there was a New York City. In …

About a year ago, I wrote an article covering .50-caliber pistol cartridges, and the article’s popularity somewhat surprised both the editorial team at SI and myself, so it’s time I give a roundup of the best bullets available to compliment those .50-caliber cartridges. I’ve also taken the liberty to explain what …