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Review: Springfield Armory Edge ATC Elite Rifle
Over the years, I have learned that when the Editor-in-Chief of this fine publication asks if I am interested in evaluating a new rifle, it is usually going to be a worthwhile effort. So, the offer to take Springfield Armory’s new Saint Edge ATC through its paces, sight unseen, was an easy …
First Look: Snap Safe Trunk Safe II
Leaving your valuable in plain sight inside of your vehicle is an open invitation for thieves. The new Trunk Safe II from Snapsafe is a simple and effective security solution to this common problem. The safe has plenty of room for hiding and securing access to your tools, firearms, electronics, documents and …
Remington Ammunition Introduces New Turkey Loads for 2022
Remington Ammunition has announced new tungsten and high-velocity loads for turkey hunters. Part of Remington’s 2022 new-product lineup, Premier Magnum Turkey High Velocity in 20 gauge and Premier TSS in 12 gauge, 20 gauge and .410 Bore are ready just in time for turkey season. Premier TSS is Remington’s deadliest turkey shell …
The .38 Smith & Wesson: History And Performance
Revolver development and sophistication was at a break-neck pace during the last third of the 19th century. The early cap-and-ball revolvers were being replaced by those firing self-contained cartridges. Single-action revolvers were the standard, but trigger-cockers—a.k.a. double-action—began nudging the older ones out. Frames were open topped with a hinge up …
Washington: Governor Inslee Places His Signature on Three Anti-Gun Measures
Today, Washington Governor Jay Inslee turned his back on law-abiding gun owners in the Evergreen State, ignored overwhelming public opposition, and has once again snubbed our Second Amendment Right to self-defense. This morning, the Governor signed anti-gun measures, Senate Bill 5078, House Bill 1705, and House Bill 1630. The NRA, …
A Telling Gun-Control Debate on a College Campus
A small group of Michigan students are urging their college to ignore existing law and ban guns, even on the surrounding public roads. When Cate Dombrowski, 20, arrived at Michigan State University (MSU), she helped start Michigan State Students Against Gun Violence and, having already decided upon gun control as …
First Look: Two New GLx Scopes from Primary Arms Optics
Primary Arms Optics is adding two new scopes for their lineup of GLx optics tier, the GLx 4-16x50mm FFP (First Focal Plane) Rifle Scope with ACSS Athena BPR MIL Reticle and the GLx 1-6x24mm FFP Rifle Scope. “Whether your shooting style is long-range precision or fast and close, these new …
First Look: X-Vision Thermal Monocular TM1
X-Vision Optics’ Thermal Monocular (TM1) has a 400×300 thermal detector, and a 1.7x-6.8x digital magnification which can detect big game up to 1900 yards away. Weighing in at just a single pound, with an overall length of 7.5 inches, the TM1 is compact and lightweight. The TM1 also has Wi-Fi capabilities, …
Rifleman Review: Rock River Arms RUK-9BT
Rock River Arms is known for its AR-15 derived rifle and pistol platforms and, in recent years, has made strides in the expansion of its lines of pistol-caliber carbines and pistols. The Rock River Arms RUK-9BT follows this same design basis, with the features and modularity of an AR-15 in a smaller, 9 …
Ruger Single-Six: The New Model Family
One of William Batterman Ruger’s best-timed and most ingenious introductions was the Ruger Single-Six. The standout hit the market when westerns dominated the silver screen and entire families gathered around TV sets to catch their favorite cowboy’s weekly adventure. Enthusiasts longed to own the guns used by the Lone Ranger and Roy …