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Review: Springfield XD Mod.4 OSP 9mm
Editor’s Note: The author received a Springfield XD Mod.4 pistol on loan from the company for the purposes of writing this review. I’ve always appreciated the Springfield Armory XD series for what it is: a simple, reliable and accurate 9mm pistol. While the original may have more than two dec...
Virginia Gun Control Push Puts Spanberger on Collision Course with Gun Rights Groups
Virginia Democrats are pushing an assault-weapons ban, storage mandates, and new carry restrictions as Abigail Spanberger faces pressure from gun-rights groups threatening legal action.
Federal Court Blocks New York’s Social Media Requirement for Carry Permits
Courts have blocked or struck down enforcement of New York’s social media disclosure requirement for concealed carry permits, primarily through injunctions and appellate rulings, while broader parts of the law remain in effect.
Los Angeles Court Failed to Report 147,000 Felony Convictions to California DOJ
The Los Angeles County Superior Court failed to properly submit about 147,000 felony convictions to the California Department of Justice over more than 20 years
MSBS Grot: Poland's Modular Battle Rifle Coming to the U.S. in 2026
The MSBS Grot is Poland's battle-tested modular military rifle, now ATF-certified for U.S. purchase in 2026. Discover specs, variants, how it compares to the AR-15, and how to buy one through an FFL dealer.
National Firearms Act 2026 Update: What FFLs Need To Know About Tax Stamps, Lawsuits, And ATF Reform
The NFA landscape has shifted dramatically in 2026. The $200 tax stamp is gone for suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, but registration remains - and a wave of constitutional lawsuits now challenges whether that registration can survive without the tax. Here is what every FFL needs to know.
Review: CORD Pandora PB-3 Red Dot
In today’s review, Joe Kurtenbach evaluates the CORD Pandora PB-3 red dot sight. Suitable for performance pistols like the Springfield Armory Echelon, the PB-3 is a rugged sight with an IPx8 rating. The sight was loaned to the author for this review. We all know the saying, “if you want somet...
How to Get an FFL: A Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Federal Firearms License
Learn how to get an FFL license with this complete step-by-step guide. Covers FFL types, eligibility requirements, ATF Form 7, fees, background checks, and the ATF interview process.
Understanding the Federal Firearms License (FFL): A Comprehensive Guide
Learn what a Federal Firearms License (FFL) is, the types of FFL licenses issued by the ATF, how FFL dealers process transfers, and how to find a licensed FFL dealer near you.