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The District of Crime
D.C. stands for District of Columbia, but one may be excused for thinking that lately, it stands for Defend Criminals, or Delusional Council, or Don’t Care. The D.C. police force has now “shrunk to a half-century low as officers leave faster than they can be replaced,” and Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief …
U.S. House Judiciary Committee Advances Pistol Brace Resolution
On April 19, the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee voted 23-15 to advance H.J.Res.44, which would reign in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ attempt to regulate pistol stabilizing braces. The resolution employs the Congressional Review Act, which grants Congress the authority to disapprove of new federal agency …
FIRST SHOTS SUCCESS STORIES: HOW RANGES ARE MAKING NEW SHOOTERS & NEW CUSTOMERS
If your range hasn’t hosted an NSSF® First Shots® event yet, you’re missing an opportunity to attract new shooters while getting existing ones fully activated. First Shots events provide an enlightening introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms, giving participants a clear understanding of the requirements in your area for …
Review: Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter and ARIC Bolt Carrier Group
The great semi-automatic rifle designs of the 20th century use gas pressure and springs to cycle their actions. Depending on the rifle, recoil springs are either contained inside of the receiver or housed in some type of extension that is concealed in the stock. In the case of the hugely …
First Look: Ruger Ready Dot Sight
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. is releasing the new Ready Dot mounted micro reflex sight. This compact slide mounted optic is designed to work exclusively with the Ruger Max-9 handgun. However, it also shares the same footprint as the popular Shield RMSc micro red dot sight. Mounted reflex sights on pistols of all …
First Look: TriStar LR94 Lever-Action .410 Shotgun
TriStar Arms has announced the introduction of its new LR94 line of lever-action .410-bore shotguns, combining a fun, versatile cartridge with a classic action. The versatility of a shotgun is undisputed, and the reliability and control of the mechanical lever action is hard to beat. Combining the two to makes for a spectacular field …
Ruger American Rimfire Go Wild
This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Ruger American Rimfire Go Wild. A rimfire patterned after the classic Ruger American, this diminutive duplication sports a high-comb module for optimal optical alignment, as well as a cushioned recoil pad. Its synthetic stock sports Go Wild camouflage, helping the gun blend with any environment. …
Where Did Mossberg’s Model 500 Bullpup Shotgun Go?
Not long ago, I encountered a very interesting used gun for sale and have been curious about its authenticity ever since. My first judgement, due to my ignorance of its existence, was that the used bullpup shotgun was, in fact, a kit gun someone had assembled from aftermarket parts. And …
Gun of the Week: Davidson’s Exclusive Ruger Mk IV 22/45 Lite
Today, we’re on the range with a uniquely finished Ruger Mk IV 22/45 Lite. This, of course, is another Davidson’s Exclusive, which means that this configuration can only be ordered from the company’s Gallery Of Guns or one of its nationwide network of retailers. Davidson’s is one of the largest firearm distributors in …
New For 2023: Keystone Arms Overlander Pack Rifle
A Keystone Arms firearm is the first step for many into the shooting sports, with the company’s Crickett and Chipmunk youth rifles being popular “first guns.” This year, the company is introducing a new rifle that is aimed squarely at the adult shooter. The Overlander Pack Rifle takes Keystone’s well-established action and configures it into a …