A homeowner in a rural neighborhood outside of St. Augustine, Fl., earlier this month fought off five intruders who were in his home at 2am. He killed one with a handgun and forced the remaining four to flee as police arrived. All four suspects are currently in custody, and they’ve been charged with felony murder and attempted robbery.
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Savage Has a Side-Charger in 6mm and New Heavy Barrel Rascals
Published: September 27, 2018 { 0 comments }Unlike most AR-10-pattern rifles, Savage Long Range guns feature non-reciprocating side charging handles, among other choice features.
The Army’s Rifles are Going Off by Themselves, and they Have a Fix
Published: September 26, 2018 { 19 comments }Fortunately the fix is pretty easy. It only happens with oversize fire control parts, so armorers can re-shape parts without having to replace them.
Introducing the 9mm Glock 45: A Glock 19X Improved
Published: September 24, 2018 { 26 comments }Glock is officially announcing the newest model, the Glock 45. The Glock 45 is an improved version of the military’s Glock 19X for commercial and police markets.
GAO Report: Feds Prosecute 0.01% of ‘Lie and Try’ Attempted Gun Purchases
Published: September 24, 2018 { 7 comments }All gun owners recognize the strongly worded warning on ATF Form 4473: providing false or misleading information when purchasing a firearm “is a crime punishable as a felony under Federal law, and may also violate State and/or local law.” Even if the FBI denies the purchase, anyone caught lying about a past felony conviction or a mental health issue could face thousands of dollars in fines and years in jail. But a new report from the Government Accountability Office suggests that these “lie and try” buyers almost never come under federal prosecution.
Tom Selleck Quietly Resigns from NRA Board of Directors
Published: September 20, 2018 { 79 comments }year Tom Selleck will leave the NRA board of directors for work reasons. He served as a member of the board for the past 12 years.
Vermont Police: ‘Turn In Your Bump Stocks… Or Else’
Published: September 20, 2018 { 64 comments }The Vermont State Police announced Monday that they would begin anonymous collection of bump stocks, which have been banned in the state following passage of a gun control bill by the state legislature.
CCL Holder Helps Save Police Officer in Chicago Shootout
Published: September 19, 2018 { 13 comments }A concealed carry permit holder is being praised by Chicago-area police for helping stop a shootout between officers and a suspect that took place last week near a busy interstate.
Magpul Showcases New Fall 2018 Apparel Catalog With Slick Video
Published: September 17, 2018 { 5 comments }Designed and focused around the shooting lifestyle, we’ve created seven unique apparel items that support the carriage, movement, and comfort you need.
Illinois Schools Install Blue Box Emergency Alarms for Active Shooters
Published: September 17, 2018 { 12 comments }Over 20 Illinois private schools have installed emergency alarms that notify police in the event of an active shooter, according to the Chicago Tribune. The blue boxes were installed over the summer as parents and administrators worry about the mass murders that took place in Parkland and Santa Fe last year.









