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GOA COMMITS TO FIGHTING DOJ’S UNLAWFUL REGULATION ON PISTOL BRACES
Springfield, VA – This afternoon, the Justice Department released new proposed regulations surrounding the popular accessory known as a “Pistol Stabilizing Brace.” “Today’s proposed rulemaking on pistol-braced firearms represents a gross abuse of executive authority,” said Aidan Johnston, Director of Federal Affairs for Gun Owners of America. “Millions of otherwise …
GUN CONTROL HOWLS, GNASHES TEETH WHEN CALIFORNIA’S RIFLE BAN STRUCK
Gun control supporters are howling. They’re gnashing teeth with rage knowing that their “failed experiment” and labyrinth of lies came crashing down. Their gun grab is revealed for what it is – unconstitutional. U.S. District Court Judge Roger Benitez struck down California’s 30-year-old ban on Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs) when …
GOA SUBMITS COMMENTS ON ATF’S “GROSS OVERREACH” TARGETING HOMEMADE FIREARMS
Springfield, VA – Today Gun Owners of American (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) submitted comments to the ATF’s “Proposed Rulemaking” assault on homemade firearms. GOA and GOF’s comments rebut these infringements, stating: In sum, the Proposed Rule constitutes a gross overreach by ATF, purporting to greatly expand the arbitrary …
Preview: Meprolight Mepro MOR PRO
Meprolight now offers its Mepro MOR PRO, Multi-Purpose Reflex Sight with two laser pointers that includes infrared technology. Used by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the Mepro MOR PRO exceeds mil-spec requirements. Should the onboard battery system go dormant, three additional illumination methods serve backup duty to the functionality of the …
Gun Sales Surge Continues with Diverse Interest in Firearms
Strong gun sales continued in May, with FBI National Instant Criminal Background Check System data showing nearly 1.3 million background checks were conducted pursuant to firearms sales last month. Moreover, the FBI conducted a total of 3.2 million firearm-related background checks of all types – including checks for NICS exempt firearm permits that allow holders to …
Follow the Science Chipman! “Assault Weapons” Bans Don’t Work.
During director of Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives nominee David Chipman’s May 26 Senate confirmation hearing, the paid anti-gun activist worked to obscure the woeful record of the 1994 Clinton “assault weapons” ban. That ban prohibited the sale of certain types of commonly-owned semiautomatic firearms, and magazines with …
Review: Hornady 6mm ARC
Hornady’s new 6mm ARC was designed for a specific military requirement; the 108-gr. ELD (l.) makes for an excellent long-range target round, while the 103-gr. ELD-X hunting load (shown here) penetrated nearly 18″ into 10 percent ballistic gelatin. The U.S. military is good at recognizing specific needs based on firsthand …
Uberti 1875 No.3 Top Break
This week we’re taking a closer look at the Uberti 1875 No. 3 Top Break. A revolver straight from the history of the Old West, the gun is a direct replica of Major Schofield’s model of 1875. With a top-break loading style, a six-shot cylinder, and modern chamberings, the pistol is sure to appeal to hunters with an eye for …
Red Dots vs. Iron Sights: Which is Better for Handguns?
Sights come in three types: fixed, adjustable and optical, with fixed and adjustable sights generally referred to as “iron” sights. Originally envisioned as auxiliary sights for long guns, and having served well in that capacity, optical sights on a handgun, referred to as “carry optics,” have been adapted to meet …
5 Great Handguns From EAA Corp.
It is difficult to succeed in competitive shooting without an accurate, reliable firearm. After the gun, when you add the cost of additional gear necessary for action shooting—spare magazines, holsters, etc.—it can get expensive. Luckily, there are companies such as EAA Corp. that make it easy to find a quality pistol …