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I’ve had a concealed pistol license for more than 15 years now. Today, I couldn’t imagine not having it. Along the way, I’ve had the privilege to think through a few of the nuances of concealed carry. And so here are the top five things I wish I knew before carrying a concealed handgun.

“We are in the process of conducting a thorough review of past cases to ensure that any prior failures to report are rectified and the appropriate information is provided to the FBI,” said Capt. Christopher R. Harrison, a spokesman for the Marines.

What’s the magic behind Franklin Armory’s Reformation? A non-NFA firearm in an SBR-ish type configuration. We found out at SHOT Show 2018.

First up, FN now has AR pistols in both .300 ACC Blackout and 5.56 NATO. FN fanboys should be very pleased. 

For many pro-gunners, this is untenable. The country’s preeminent gun-rights organization cannot support the single biggest infringement on the Second Amendment in our nation’s history. Suddenly, “Freedom’s Safest Place” isn’t just a stupid slogan. It’s a lie.

Burris has taken a step away from the big ticket items this year, reaching back into the prism realm. New for this year, the Tri-Modular Prism riflescope, or TMPR. Available in 3x or 5x, these are the same size as the previous models, with a 40% gain in field of view. Illumination is now push button instead of dials, slimming the package. The reticle switches from red, green, or blue, and now features night vision settings to match the daylight ones.

The company, headquartered in Madison, North Carolina, owes $950 million in near-term loans and bonds due in two years or less.

During the 2018 SHOT Show, Lyman released their Brass Smith line of reloading presses. All of the presses in the Brass Smith line are made of heavy-duty cast iron and are designed to last a lifetime.

Taurus has come on with a vengeance in revolvers this year. The 692 is a full-sized revolver in .357 Magnum and .38 Special. Big deal, you say! Every .357 revolver also shoots .38 Special. That isn’t what we meant by multiple calibers. With one press of a button, the cylinder is removable, and in its place? Taurus has provided a 9mm cylinder. One wheelgun = three calibers. Now, we’re talking.