In a case called VanDerStok v. Garland, which challenges the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) so-called “ghost gun” rule that treats some firearms parts and part kits as if they are actually functional firearms, a federal judge determined that the final rule is unlawful. U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor, a George W. Bush appointee …

Philadelphia Democratic District Attorney Larry Krasner’s reaction to the horrific tragedy that unfolded in Philadelphia after a mentally unstable man fired randomly, killing five innocent bystanders reveals why he’s arguably the country’s most notorious example of a soft-on-crime prosecutor. Authorities are still gathering facts. That didn’t stop DA Krasner from shamelessly asserting …

A woman in Austin, Texas, called police around 5:30 a.m. April 18, saying a man was trying to break in, then that he succeeded, followed by the sound of gunshots.  Police found the home invader, a 61-year-old stranger to the residents, dead at the scene. No charges are expected to …

Howa’s new 6.5 PRC bolt-action-rifle line, the Carbon Elevate, is a lightweight, bolt-action rifle with a 24-inch, carbon-fiber-wrapped barrel. The whole rifle weighs less than 7 pounds, making it ideal for big game hunters who track their pray in mountain highlands or anyone who shoots where lightweight gear is crucial for …

For fans of the Browning Hi Power, particularly the elusive Detective variant, models have been few, far between and pricey. That changed recently with the addition of the MC P35 PI model to EAA’s offerings of Hi Power-style pistols. Let’s start with a little history lesson. In the latter part of …

Ask people about their experiences with formal firearms training classes, and you will hear stories ranging from tremendously positive, to absolute horror stories, and everything in between. As I wrote last month, two keys to ensure a positive experience at a training class for the self-defense oriented citizen are to seek …

While the .22 WMR, or .22 Magnum, cartridge has been around since the mid-20th century, it’s largely been chambered in bolt-action rifles or revolvers. Because of the varied loadings available in .22 WMR, plus its long, rimmed design, building a reliable semi-automatic pistol chambered for the round is an engineering …

Don’t believe for a minute that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) ‘zero-tolerance’ policy isn’t real or some “right-wing conspiracy.” The first nine-months of statistics are in and the Biden administration is doing exactly what it said it would. President Joe Biden and his White House advisors …

In the world of the armed professional, to include military, federal agencies, law enforcement and protective services, firearm qualifications serve as the bedrock for maintaining the highest standards of proficiency and readiness. Qualifications ensure that employed personnel possess the requisite skills and competence to carry out their duties effectively and …

AG Composites is now offering a line of composite rifle stocks for shooters and hunters who are looking for a high-end aftermarket rifle stocks like those used by high-level precision competitors. While most of the stocks they sell are inletted for the venerable Remington 700 pattern action, AG Composites can accommodate …