A security guard armed with an AR-style rifle stopped a violent attack outside a Chattanooga nightclub last month, highlighting once again why modern sporting rifles are essential for self-defense.
is a seasoned outdoorsman, lifelong hunter, and the kind of guy who’d rather track whitetails than scroll social media. As an editor for GunsAmerica, he’s got a sharp eye for spotting both solid gear and bad gun laws. Whether he’s deep in the woods or deep in editorial deadlines, Larry brings a no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is approach to firearms, hunting, and the great American tradition of self-reliance. If there’s a hot debate on gun rights or the latest in hunting tech, you can bet Larry’s got an opinion—and it’s probably backed up with both facts and field experience.
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Garmin Launches Tactix 8: Rugged Smartwatch Built for Real-World Ops
Published: February 13, 2025 { 0 comments }Garmin has announced the Tactix 8, a new tactical smartwatch designed for rugged environments.
Open Carry Goes Horribly Wrong: Victim Shot After Attempting to Retrieve Stolen Gun
Published: February 13, 2025 { 71 comments }A man was shot and killed after suspects stole his firearm at a gas station. Colion Noir used the incident to highlight the dangers of open carry and careless firearm handling.
House GOP Introduces Bill to Block Financial Tracking of Gun and Ammo Purchases
Published: February 12, 2025 { 9 comments }The bill aims to stop banks and credit card companies from collecting and potentially misusing data on gun owners.
Armed Pilot Stops Teen Hijacker at Texarkana Airport
Published: February 11, 2025 { 4 comments }Last Tuesday morning, a teenager armed with a rifle stormed into Signature Aviation at Texarkana Regional Airport, demanding an airplane.
Trump Drops the Hammer: Executive Order Targets Biden’s Anti-Gun Legacy
Published: February 11, 2025 { 22 comments }President Donald Trump just signed an Executive Order that kicks off a full-blown takedown of Biden-era gun restrictions.
Illinois FOID Law Takes a Hit in SAF-Backed Court Victory
Published: February 11, 2025 { 10 comments }The court struck down Illinois’ Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card requirement for possessing a firearm in the home—and honestly, it’s about time.
Florida’s ‘2A Summer’ – Tax-Free Guns & Ammo
Published: February 6, 2025 { 5 comments }“For six weeks, from Memorial Day to the Fourth of July, you can get your ammunition, your firearms, and your accouterments tax-free,” DeSantis said at the state Capitol this week.
Fed Court Strikes Down Machine Gun Ban!
Published: February 6, 2025 { 20 comments }The decision in United States v. Brown marks the second time a court has struck down such a ban, raising questions about the future of automatic firearm regulations in the U.S.
A Shootout Over Don Julio and a Chocolate Bar? You Can’t Make This Up
Published: February 6, 2025 { 10 comments }The terrifying moment, caught on home security footage, shows Nevers exchanging gunfire with an armed intruder who broke into his house in the dead of night.