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Former NSA Director: ‘Some guns… nobody should be able to buy’
Published: December 9, 2016 { 56 comments }When it comes to stopping terrorist attacks and active shooter situations, former NSA Director Michael Hayden indicated that policies further restricting Second Amendment rights might be worth pursuing. On Wednesday, Hayden was at the Wall Street Journal’s “Future of Cybersecurity” breakfast in New York. Before attendees, Hayden argued that in terms of surveillance there’s little [...]
Time Yourself! How Long Does it Take to Execute Your Home Defense Plan?
Published: December 8, 2016 { 3 comments }Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my home defense posture, you know, mulling over the obvious questions, what would happen if someone broke into my one-bedroom apartment? Would I be prepared to confront them and defend my lovely girlfriend and our adorable puppy? While thinking about this question, I was reminded of what I’ve come [...]
Canadian Adapter Kit Uses AR Lower Parts for SKS Rifles
Published: December 8, 2016 { 14 comments }A Canada-based firearms accessory manufacturer is working on an adapter kits that let SKS shooters use AR-15 lower components.
Big Punch, Little Footprint: Kimber’s Compact CCW Ultra TLE II .45 ACP—Full Review.
Published: December 8, 2016 { 35 comments }For those of us for whom carrying a 1911 for EDC is the right choice, the Kimber Ultra TLE II makes for a great choice. It is compact, reliable, powerful and downright beautiful.
A Real Solution to Gun-Related Violence? Programs Targeting ‘Key Offenders’ Show Promise
Published: December 8, 2016 { 13 comments }New programs that focus on identifying potential shooters and intervening before they commit a crime have proven to be remarkably effective at reducing violence.
Missouri Gun Dealer Settles Brady Lawsuit for $2.2 Million
Published: December 7, 2016 { 33 comments }A Missouri gun dealer, Odessa Gun & Pawn, has settled a lawsuit alleging that it neglectfully sold a pistol to a woman who used it to murder her father.
Inland: New T30 Carbine with M82 Vintage Sniper Scope
Published: December 7, 2016 { 1 comment }This new Inland T30 Carbine is very similar to the T3 Carbine of WWII. It comes fitted with a period-correct Redfield-style scope base welded to the receiver like the original.
Brothers In Arms: Understanding Famous Ammo Family Trees
Published: December 7, 2016 { 12 comments }Cartridge development has an interesting and sordid history; the cartridges we have come to know and love – more often than not – are based on an existing design, modified to suit the shooting public’s needs. Some of our most famous cartridges, ones we have used and read about for decades, have a lineage that may surprise you. Let’s take a look at some of the family trees of cartridges, and see how they’ve intermingled and branched.
Trigger Finger Placement: Tip, Pad, or Power Crease?
Published: December 7, 2016 { 32 comments }An age-old question: When it comes to shooting, where exactly do you put your finger on the trigger? Have no fear, Clay is here to give you the lowdown.









