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Using Alternative Holsters
The most-popular holsters in use today are made of Kydex or similar hard materials and generally attach to the waistband or belt; however, some clothing and carry situations require what I’m going to call alternative holsters—items like belly bands and corsets, shorts and tank tops or bra holsters. These may …
Boys Antitank Rifle
At 36 pounds, the Boys could hardly be called portable, but it weighed substantially less than a Browning M2 .50 BMG, which tipped the scales at 128 pounds with its tripod. In the dark hours before dawn on the 17th of August, 1942, two U.S. Navy submarines cautiously surfaced off …
First Looks: Fix It Sticks Compact Ratcheting Multi-Tool Kit
Going out to the range and enjoying the shooting sports is an American tradition, but having a range day grind to halt because of a loose sight or firearm malfunction can bring an unpleasant end to an otherwise great day. Having the right tools nearby to repair your gear can …
Editor’s Choice: Trailblazer Firearms Pivot
Trailblazer Firearms takes the pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) in a fresh direction with the Pivot model chambered in 9 mm Luger. Some carbines incorporate folding stocks or take-down barrels for more convenient transport or storage. The semi-automatic Pivot employs a unique divided upper and lower receiver configuration that allows the upper assembly …
RemArms: America’s Oldest Gunmaker
The name Remington is indelible in firearm history, and for good reason. It was established more than 200 years ago, which makes it America’s oldest gunmaker. The firm has produced some of the finest firing and front line firearms ever made and odds you own at least one of their models—often …
Favorite Firearms: A Vetterli Family Heirloom
April 15, 2017, was somewhat of a historic day for the Guagliardo family of Tangipahoa Parish, La. At our annual spring reunion, a new milestone was achieved in a family with a rich firearm history. An 1874-dated Italian Vetterli rifle chambered in 10.4×47 mm R that has been in the family for …
PRESIDENT’S BUDGET MORE LIP SERVICE TO ANGERED GUN CONTROL DONOR CLASS
President Joe Biden is caught in a dilemma. He’s attempting to placate a stubborn and loud national gun control movement that buoyed his presidential campaign and that continues to yell “Do more!” while seeing their influence and relevance evaporate. Countering that is the rest of America. By the millions they’ve …
FIREARM INDUSTRY ECONOMIC IMPACT RISES 269% SINCE 2008
NEWTOWN, Conn. — The total economic impact of the firearm and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $70.52 billion in 2021, a 269 percent increase, while the total number of full-time equivalent jobs rose from approximately 166,000 to over 375,819, a 126 percent increase …
Maryland: General Assembly Passes “Ghost Gun” Restriction Bill
Yesterday, the House voted to pass Senate Bill 387, to ban Marylanders from building so-called “ghost guns.” Unlike its companion bill, which is still in the House, SB 387 received amendments during the legislative process to avoid federal prohibitions for a possession violation. It will now go to Governor Larry Hogan’s …
Georgia: House Passes Senate’s Constitutional Carry Bill
Today, the House voted 100-67 to pass Senate Bill 319, the Senate’s constitutional carry bill, with substitute language previously added in the House Judiciary Committee. It will now go back to the Senate for immediate consideration. Constitutional carry recognizes the right of a law-abiding adult who is legally allowed to carry …