The surge isn’t happening by accident. Lower costs, dramatically faster ATF approvals and growing interest from hunters and recreational shooters are all fueling demand.
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Published: July 14, 2026 { 5 comments }If you’ve been wondering why suppressor lawsuits are suddenly back in the spotlight, here’s the brass tacks version.
New Research Challenges Claims That America Is More Violent
Published: July 13, 2026 { 26 comments }If you ask most people which developed country has the worst violent crime problem, the answer is usually the United States.
Good Shoot? Hiker Drops Stalking Mountain Lion
Published: July 12, 2026 { 7 comments }Some argued the lion was simply in its natural habitat and shouldn’t have been shot. Others countered that once a predator begins stalking a person, the conversation changes from wildlife appreciation to survival.
Judge: Virginia’s AR-15 Ban Is Blocked Statewide
Published: July 9, 2026 { 12 comments }The legal fight over Virginia’s controversial gun ban just took another major turn.
Taylor Swift’s Wedding Exposes a Gun Control Double Standard
Published: July 9, 2026 { 37 comments }That’s where the contradiction begins. The same people advocating for stricter gun laws often rely on heavily armed security when their own safety is on the line.
Daisy Celebrates America’s 250th With Limited-Edition Red Ryders
Published: July 9, 2026 { 1 comment }America’s favorite BB gun is getting a patriotic makeover.
Sunny Hostin Says American Flags Make Her Feel ‘Unsafe’
Published: July 8, 2026 { 86 comments }Can extremists really “co-opt” one of the nation’s oldest symbols, or does giving them that power hand them a victory they haven’t earned?
Athlon Shrinks Thermal Tech with New $499 Pocket-Sized Cronus ATS P-MINI 250S
Published: July 7, 2026 { 0 comments }If you’ve been waiting for an affordable thermal monocular that won’t weigh down your pack or empty your wallet, Athlon Optics may have your answer.
ATF Floats Big Change: Could You Buy a Gun Online Without Ever Visiting an FFL?
Published: July 6, 2026 { 16 comments }The proposal, known as ATF Rule 1140-AB05, was published on May 8, 2026, and is currently open for public comment through Aug. 8.