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Springfield Armory Adds New Models to Firstline Program
Springfield Armory has announced that Firstline, which supports those who serve both our nation and its citizens through discounts on a select line of products, has added several new firearms to the program. New to Firstline are the TRP series of pistols, as well as the bolt-action Model 2020 Waypoint and …
First Shots: CZ Shadow 2 Compact
New from CZ USA is the Shadow 2 Compact, a compact, aluminum framed version of its traditional double action/single action, steel-framed competition pistol. The standard CZ Shadow 2 measures 8.53 inches overall and weighs 46.5 ounces. The new CZ Shadow 2 Compact is smaller and lighter than its larger cousin, creating a …
I Carry: Glock G48 9mm Pistol in a Safariland IncogX Holster
Firearm: Glock G48 (MSRP: $538) While it’s not entirely accurate to call the Glock G48 a single-stack version of the G19, it’s pretty close. Both pistols are 5.5 inches tall, but that’s the only place the two pistols are identical. The remainder of the specs germane to concealed carry– width, length and …
TREASURY SECRETARY’S EVASIVE ANSWERS REMIND OF NEED FOR SECOND AMENDMENT PRIVACY
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen couldn’t – or wouldn’t – tell Congress whether or not her department ordered financial institutions to spy on the transactions of private and law-abiding citizens. The Treasury Department is suspected of telling large financial institutions to hand over transaction information of any potential purchases of firearms, ammunition …
Seven Day Waiting Period Bill Heads to Senate Floor for Vote, Likely on Friday
Dear Second Amendment Supporters: Last night, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced House Bill 129, the 7-day waiting period bill, after rejecting an amendment to stretch the waiting period back to 14 days and adding an amendment to exempt concealed handgun licensees from the purchase delay. HB 129 now moves to the …
Responsible Storage Promotion from Walther Arms and Hornady
Walther Arms and Hornady Security have partnered on a new consumer promotion that allows qualifying consumers to receive a Hornady Treklite Lockbox XXL or a Hornady One-Gun Keypad Vault with the purchase of eligible Walther handguns. The deal began Feb. 2 and runs through April 30, 2024. Depending on pistol selected, it represents …
Taking Stock of Your Rifle’s Appearance
When it comes to rimfire rifles, I have a soft spot for the Ruger 10/22, though it wasn’t love at first sight. At seven years old when I began my education in firearms and marksmanship, this highly impressionable newcomer was instantly smitten by other’s firearms, namely the glossy curves of the likes …
First Look: Rossi R95 Rifle In 45-70 Gov’t.
Rossi USA is expanding its R95 lever action carbine product line by now offering them in the classic .45-70 Gov’t chambering in addition to the original 30-30 Win. chambering. These new Rossi R95 .45-70 lever guns will be available in barrel lengths of 16.5, 20 and 22 inches. Originally introduced during …
Head to Head: 6.5 PRC vs. 6.8 Western
It seems the short, fat and efficient cartridges have regained some huge fans in recent years. While the majority of the Winchester WSM and WSSM lines, as well as the Remington SAUM line, have faded into near obscurity, Hornady’s PRC line and the Winchester/Browning collaboration of the 6.8 Western have garnered some …
Review: Holosun 507 Comp
There are rapid advancements happening in the pistol-mounted optic world, with new models seeming to hit the market weekly. One of the more anticipated is Holosun’s 507 Comp model. With an RMR footprint featuring a large window and open emitter design, the 507 Comp optic is aimed at performance-minded recreational and competition …