It’s no secret that mainstream press coverage of gun ownership in the United States tends to be in favor of gun control. Journalists focus on how many people are killed by guns, how many children get their hands on improperly stored firearms, and how many deranged individuals go on shooting sprees. …

Steve Bullock, governor of Montana, listens during the Everytown for Gun Safety Presidential Gun Sense Forum, in Des Moines, Iowa, on Aug. 10, 2019. Although voters in November’s election had a refreshing break from initiatives to impose new gun-control laws, there was a pro-gun ballot measure this fall in Big …

One feature that virtually every modern military rifle has in common is the use of a detachable box magazine. The advantages of a magazine of this type are manyfold, and they include rapid reloading and ease of operation. Despite these advantages, with a few exceptions, such as the U.S. M1 …

With a well-deserved reputation for lightweight quality and durability, the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro reflex sight was made even more versatile in mid-2020 by the Oregon-based optics maker. The new NV model, in either black or FDE, is optimized for use with even the most advanced white phosphor night-vision systems. Its …

The popular SLx 1X prism optic from Primary Arms is now available with a green-illuminated reticle. As part of the SLx line of optics, the sight undergoes rigorous field-testing during development in order to continue Primary Arms’ reputation for innovation, reliability and value and to perform optimally in any environment. The SLx 1×20 …

Four shooters—Austin Orgain, Doug Koenig, Mark Cooper and George Gardner—had great performances at the 2020 Precision Rifle Series Pro-Series Finale, held Dec. 12-13 at Fouled Bore Precision in Ninnekah, Okla. Austin Orgain won the PRS Open division points race, also taking second place at the Finale using Hornady 6 mm 110-grain …

The Second Amendment guarantees American citizens the right to bear arms, but both federal and state governments determine how citizens may legally exercise that right. And while both federal and state gun control laws regularly change, laws at the state level change more frequently and often without the media coverage that surrounds …

Recently, I posted an article about the fact that having a gun, any kind of gun, during a violent criminal attack was a good thing. Almost immediately, there were those who posted replies claiming that the .22 LR has killed more people than any other caliber. I suspect that is probably …

Are you a new shooter, perhaps one of the more than 7 million people who bought their first firearm last year? Do you keep defensive firearms in your home, or do you regularly carry a concealed pistol? This new monthly department for America’s 1st Freedom is designed to provide some practical tips …

The fourth season of “I Carry” covered a wide range of guns, red-dot sights, holsters, knives, flashlights and other EDC gear. While it would be difficult to choose our own favorites, we’ve pull the five most popular episodes from 2020 based on viewer response. Each kit is unique and this …