Lee-Metford Rifle: The .303 Before the Lee-Enfield
The Lee-Metford’s service life was comparatively brief, but its fast bolt action, detachable magazine, and .303 British chambering established the foundation for the Lee-Enfield rifle family.
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Talarico Says ‘Absolutely’ to ‘Assault Weapon’ and Magazine Bans
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico said he would “absolutely” vote for “assault weapon” and magazine bans, contradicting his campaign’s claim that he would protect the Second Amendment.
Fascinating Failure: The .45 Winchester Magnum
Though it’s been about a century and a quarter since John Browning first graced us with the .45 ACP, it’s not tremendously difficult to see why it’s still with us. While some gravitate to the cartridge due to nostalgia or a connection with America’s military past, just as many people reco...
Michigan Judge Asks Armed 19-Year-Old Who Stopped Mall Gunman Why He Needed a Gun
Michigan accepted that 19-year-old Martinez Long lawfully stopped an armed mall attacker. It still sentenced him to two years of probation for carrying the pistol that allowed him to intervene.
Russian 6mm Program: The Search for a New Ballistic Solution
Kalashnikov Concern and Tula Cartridge Plant (TPZ) continue work on a new assault rifle cartridge. This has sparked new public interest after the publication of a Russian patent RU 2809501 C1. The Tula Cartridge Plant developed the new assault rifle ammunition in collaboration with the Kalashniko...
Missouri Challenges NFA Registry for Untaxed Suppressors, SBRs, and AOWs
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is challenging ATF’s continued registration of suppressors and short-barreled firearms after Congress eliminated the tax that supported the NFA scheme.
TFB Review: Bullpup Chassis Evaluation - Jakl vs Jakl
The Palmetto State Armory Jakl is a well-known commodity within gun culture at this point. The long-stroke piston rifle built around the AR15 is no stranger to love and hate; thus, the same is true with bullpups. This article looks to cause a ruckus and bring together two paradoxical and controve...
Maryland Stretched ‘Sensitive Place’ Across Public Life. Now SAF, FPC and Maryland Shall Issue Have Filed Their Last Brief Before the Court Decides Whether to Step In.
Maryland carry ban challengers filed their Supreme Court reply brief in Novotny v. Moore, arguing sensitive places are only where government provides security. Read the original story: Maryland Stretched ‘Sensitive Place’ Across Public Life. Now SAF, FPC and Maryland Shall Issue Have Filed Th...
Supreme Court Sets Dec. 2 Arguments in AR-15 Ban Cases as DOJ Backs Gun Owners
The U.S. Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments in the consolidated cases of Viramontes v. Cook County (Illinois) and Grant v. Higgins (Connecticut) for Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m.
Sued Over Permit Delays, the Virgin Islands Passed an AR-15 Ban. Now DOJ Is Suing Over That Too
DOJ amended its Virgin Islands lawsuit to add claims against Act 9113's AR-15, magazine, and suppressor bans and its new carry restrictions. Read the original story: Sued Over Permit Delays, the Virgin Islands Passed an AR-15 Ban. Now DOJ Is Suing Over That Too