Though larger in size, this blowback-operated Walther PPK (left) generates more felt recoil due to its significant slide mass. In locked-breech pistols like the Kel-Tec P3AT (right), the barrel and slide move together for a longer period, which imparts less felt recoil. Although a little late to the defensive-pistol arena, …

Shooters have new options for red-dot sights in the recently announced HEX Optics line by Springfield Armory. The company says that HEX is a special project “to develop superior optical support for your firearms.” HEX debuts with two red-dot reflex sight options priced under $300: the Wasp, a micro red-dot …

As he promised when he first announced a ban on over 1,500 firearms last year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced new legislative proposals to restrict Canadian gun owners, including legislation that would allow individual cities to ban handguns. As reported by The Hill, “The proposals include the Canadian government supporting municipalities that restrict storage …

Last night, the House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee defeated House Bill 279 on a party-line vote.  The measure, filed by Rep. Stefani Lord (R-Sandia Park), would have prevented future executive or Department of Health emergency orders from shutting down firearm manufacturers, retailers and shooting ranges, and denying law-abiding citizens their right to purchase, own …

Yesterday, Senate Bill 5038 was pulled from the Senate Rules Committee and sent to the Senate Floor where it can be heard at any time.  NRA Members and Second Amendment supporters are encouraged to contact their State Senator and ask them to OPPOSE Senate Bill 5038 in any form. Senate Bill 5038 makes …

Today, the North Dakota House unanimously approved concealed permit enhancement legislation, House Bill 1450.  Having passed out of the House, the measure now heads to the Senate for further consideration.  Please contact your State Senator and ask them to SUPPORT House Bill 1450. House Bill 1450 enhances North Dakota’s permit laws by reducing …

Today, the Arkansas House marked the final vote on Stand Your ground Legislation, Senate Bill 24.  This important self-defense measure now heads to the desk of Governor Asa Hutchinson for his signature.  Please contact Governor Hutchinson and ask him to sign Senate Bill 24 into law. This important legislation is a …

NSSF’s Mark Oliva rebuked President Joe Biden’s call for increased gun control in a conversation with Dagen McDowell on Fox Business, including the renewal of an “Assault Weapons” ban, a roll-back of Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) and if SCOTUS is likely to take up any future Second Amendment cases. Such proposals won’t stop criminal misuse of firearms …

New York’s Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo is feeling the heat for more than just his COVID scandal. He’s also dodging his citizens’ demands for reducing crime while at the same time denying them their Second Amendment rights. Gov. Cuomo’s contempt for gun owners and the firearm industry dates back over …

Although the 2021 SHOT Show was canceled due to COVID-19, it didn’t stop manufacturers from rolling out fresh ammunition offerings for the new year. Those introductions were fairly limited, however, as manufacturers try to catch up with the surging demand that occurred during the last year. This year there wasn’t the same level of effort …