The MSR 15 Competition is one of two new Competition model firearms introduced by Savage. (Photo: Savage Arms) Savage Arms launches new MSR Competition rifles, introducing the MSR 15 Competition and MSR 10 Competition HD. Both the MSR 15 Competition and MSR 10 Competition HD feature an 18-inch carbon fiber wrapped stainless barrel boasting a
Month: October 2018
A group of states from across the country is backing a challenge to New York City’s restrictive gun laws. Led by Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, they filed a brief last week in the pending request for cert of three NYC gun owners — Romolo Colantone, Efrain Alvarez, and Jose Anthony Irizarry — who argue
In addition to the bill signed last week, Wolf called for a law to require background checks on private transfers of some semi-automatic firearms such as AR-15s (Photo: Wolf’s office) The same day Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf inked a gun control bill into law, advocates backed by Michael Bloomberg announced a large outlay to help
Bushmaster delivers new caliber conversions for its ACR platform. (Photo: Bushmaster) After eight years of waiting, Bushmaster ACR fans are finally getting what they want as Bushmaster announced the release of two new caliber conversions. The .450 Bushmaster and the 6.8 Rem SPC II are joining the ACR platform offering caliber conversions. The new set-ups
An armed Genevieve Jones holding a sign that says “making purpose from trauma helps make peace from trauma.” (Photo: Jones via @beyond.the.unknown) Mental illness is an often referenced but rarely discussed topic within the greater debate about gun ownership. More often than not, it’s met with silence or negative commentary. But social media personality and
The Core Shot A-Spec reflex sight will arrive on scene later this year. (Photo: Sightmark) Sightmark is set to debut a new reflex sight, the Core Shot A-Spec, created to fill the void between full-sized and mini red dot sights. Constructed from aircraft-grade aluminum, the Core Shot A-Spec is shockproof, IP55 water-resistant and features a
The Gong Pistol Target Combo features 3-inch and 5-inch AR500 targets. (Photo: Viking Solutions) Viking Solutions beefs up its target options, introducing the new Gong Pistol Target Combo including a 3/8-inch thick AR500 plates. Using 3- and 5-inch plates, the Viking Solutions Gong Pistol/Rifle Targets are quick to set-up according to the company constructing in
The Decree Series comes in various models to include a Scroll version, pictured above. (Photo: Versacarry) Versacarry unveils the Decree Series — a new line of leather, outside-the-waistband holsters made from premium water buffalo hide. The Decree Series features a double-layer design paired with a raised backing to offer protection as well as a comfortable
Blackbird State Forest is part of over 40,000 acres of public land administered by the Delaware departments of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Environmental Control. (Photo: Delaware.gov) A judge this week handed a win to gun rights advocates in the ongoing legal fight to end a ban on visitors possessing firearms in state parks. Kent
The Ruger Precision Rifle now comes in magnum calibers. (Photo: Ruger) Ruger expands its Ruger Precision Rifle series adding new models chambered in .338 Lapua and .300 Winchester Magnum. The magnum caliber models boast a heavy contour barrel in addition to the Ruger Precision Rifle Magnum Muzzle Brake featuring a tunable compensator. The compensator reduces
Century Arms, exclusive distributor of Canik firearms in the U.S., released an enhanced version of the popular TP9SA – the TP9SA Mod.2 handgun – using customer feedback from military, police and civilian shooters. There are a few obvious differences between the original and the Mod.2. The first is the slimmer flat-top slide. Canik touts that
Pro-shooter Jerry Miculek, who knows a thing or three about skinning a smoke wagon, checks out the newly revamped Smith & Wesson Model 19 .357 Magnum. The classic wheel gun that modern gunfighter Bill Jordan envisioned in the 1950s as the .357 Combat Magnum was the gold standard for generations of lawmen and was issued
Jonathan Lowy, director of the Brady Center’s Legal Action Project (Photo: Brady Campaign) A lawsuit backed by gun control group the Brady Campaign produced a settlement in a case filed by the survivors of a woman against the gun dealers who sold her murder weapon. Named as defendants in the suit is an Oregon pawn
Curtis, who uses several firearms in an attempt to slay fictional psychotic killer Michael Myers in an upcoming film, is also a gun control advocate who stresses that she supports the Second Amendment. (Photo: Screenshot) The Hollywood scream queen this week sparked debate over the contrast between her public statements on gun policy and her
Gun control advocates stood among city officials and police in Bridgeport, Connecticut this week as a measure banning guns homemade firearms was signed. In a move advocated by Mayor Joseph Ganim as far back as March, lawmakers in the state’s largest city passed ordinance 155-17 last month to regulate “ghost guns,” defined as home-built firearms
The 1-8×28 MRC Scope features the BG4 Reticle designed for quick target acquisition. (Photo: Leapers) Leaper’s bolsters its scope offerings, adding the new UTG branded 1-8×28 MRC Scope with BG4 Reticle to its inventory. The 1-8×28 MRC Scope with BG4 Reticle utilizes UTG’s True Strength Platform offering a completely sealed and nitrogen filled 30mm tube.
The LoPro offers a laser/light combo that mounts directly to firearms. (Photo: Sightmark) Sightmark delivers a new finish to LoPro fans, introducing the laser/light series in a Dark Earth finish. Three models are prepped to enter the series — the LoPro Mini Combo Green Laser and Flashlight, LoPro Combo Green Laser and IR-Visible LED Flashlight,
Dr. John Lott, who’s research supporting gun rights policies, called a 2016 study characterizing mass shootings as a uniquely American problem a “hoax.” (Photo: NRA TV) The United States’s prevalence of mass shootings don’t outweigh those recorded around the world, according to new research from Dr. John Lott. The economist — an outcast within his field
The Remington Premier Expander shotshell comes in either 12 or 20-gauge. (Photo: Remington) Remington broadens its ammunition inventory with the addition of a new series of shotshell ammo known as the Remington Premier Expander. The Remington Premier Expander shotshell uses Barnes all copper-tipped Expander slugs which feature six cutting petals. These petals engage upon impact
A federal watchdog agency found that the Marshals have had 23 guns reported lost or stolen since 2015. (Photo: USMS) A report issued last month by a federal watchdog agency found that the U.S. Marshal Service could improve the way it controls its government-issued guns and ammunition. The U.S. Justice Department’s Office of Inspector General
The FN triggers are available for the FN 509, FNS and FNS Longslide as well as the FNS Compact series. (Photo: Apex Tactical Specialties) Apex Tactical announced its series of Action Enhancement trigger kits created for the FN 509, FNS and FNS Compact pistols are now available and shipping to consumers. Announced in May, the
Prague-based Laugo Arms has been generating lots of buzz with the prospect that their Alien 9mm pistol will be headed to market. The unique-looking handgun, which bears a strong resemblance to the Xenomorph endoparasitoid extraterrestrial species in Ridley Scott’s Alien franchise, has been hinted at by Laugo all summer across their social media but little
With Republican control of the U.S. Senate at stake, the National Rifle Association is spending big in the race between former Gov. Phil Bredesen and U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn. Bredesen, a Democrat who headed Tennessee as governor from 2003 to 2011, aims to head to Washington to fill the Senate seat currently held by Republican
The Kids & Clays Foundation supports the Ronald McDonald organization via shooting events. (Photo: Kids & Clays Foundation via Facebook) Ruger announced its support of the Kids & Clays Foundation, offering the organization a custom engraved firearm for each of the Kids & Clays/ Ronald McDonald House sporting clay fundraising events scheduled for 2018. The
The G2C chambered in .40 S&W is now shipping in matte black, pictured above, or with a stainless steel slide. (Photo: Taurus USA) Taurus announced its latest self-defense styled .40 caliber pistol, the G2C, is now officially headed to consumers. The G2C features a polymer design that incorporates aggressive stipling. The stipling, according to Taurus,
Just 26.5-inches long, the V3 Tac-13 has a 13-inch barrel with a vented rib while the forearm sports a Mossberg Shockwave-style hand strap. (Photos: Remington) Featuring a 13-inch NFA-compliant barrel, Big Green’s shotgun that isn’t has a five-round magazine and V3 semi-auto heritage. Announced quietly on Tuesday, the Tac-13 builds on Remington’s success in the
Running for re-election after a first term heavy with action on gun regulation, Raimondo enjoys the support of both President Obama and Vice President Biden. (Photo: Raimondo’s office) A gun safety working group established by Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo last week announced their findings and recommendation. The 43-member group, which was established by an executive
The Double Shoot app allows shooters to zero in targets as well as track progress. (Photo: Double Shoot via Instagram) A new smartphone app known as Double Shoot aims to offer quick zeroes, scoring and comparisons for shooters on a variety of weapon platforms. Able to be used alongside rifles and even machine guns, the
The Dual Angle Hunter holster now provides Glock 40 fans a means to carry in the field. (Photo: DeSantis) DeSantis Gunhide divvies up new holsters for Glock hunters looking to outfit the Glock 40, with or without installed reflex sights. The Dual Angle Hunter and Terminator enter DeSantis’ lineup with the intent of offering Glock
U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke signed a proclamation last week to encourage participation in hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation across the country. Zinke, a retired Navy SEAL and former Montana lawmaker appointed by President Trump last year to head the Interior Department, proclaimed October as National Hunting and Fishing Month while visiting the Wonders of