Nature Isn’t Gentle: Why Managed Bear Hunting is Beneficial for Ecosystems
Predators are not immortal. Humans must manage ecosystems. Nothing else can do so. The idea of a "balance" in nature is a myth.
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[SHOT 2026] Stoeger STR9 Thinline+ & STR-45 Combat - Practical Upgrade
Stoeger rolled out two new STR-series pistols at SHOT Show 2026, and both are refinements of existing platforms rather than ground-up redesigns. The STR9 Thinline+ takes the slim concealment pistol and pushes capacity up to 19+1 with a ported barrel, while the STR-45 Combat brings .45 ACP authori...
POTD: Compact, Folded, and Definitely Different
At first, it might not be clear, but the FS-PRO is a modern semi-automatic tactical shotgun. It’s described as being built around versatility, compact handling, and thoughtful ergonomics. Its defining feature is a folding design that dramatically shortens overall length for transport and st...
Statewide Carry Ban Bill: Just When Virginians Thought Things Couldn’t Get Much Worse
Virginia’s HB 1542 could prohibit carrying most centerfire semi-automatic firearms in public places. Critics argue the bill’s language effectively criminalizes common concealed carry pistols. The post Statewide Carry Ban Bill: Just When Virginians Thought Things Couldn’t Get Much Worse appe...
Small Business Spotlight: REPACKBOX
Welcome back to TFB's Small Business Spotlight ! In this weekly column, we take a look at small firearm-related businesses. Today, we're featuring REPACKBOX, LLC, an Alaska-based manufacturer that's been solving one of reloading's most annoying little problems for over ...
Newsom Opposes Voter ID Laws, but Ignores Far Worse Abuses in California for CCW Permits
In the overwhelming majority of states, getting a CCW permit is only slightly more complicated than registering to vote.
Vortex’s New $150 Triumph 2 MOA Red Dot
Vortex is no stranger to budget red dots, but for each year they release a new one, the tech and the presentation seem to get better and better without the price climbing too much. This year’s example is the new 2 MOA Triumph red dot . This new budget-friendly series is meant to appeal to n...
Aimpoint Releases The COA R Rifle Red Dot for Hunters
Just after SHOT Show, Aimpoint announced the new COA R, a rifle-focused red dot sight built specifically for hunters who prioritize speed, durability, and a streamlined setup. The COA R carries over the ultra-compact, enclosed design of the original COA, tipping the scales at just 48 grams. It fe...
[SHOT 2026] Kinetic Blossom MAGPIE Handheld Electric Speed Loader
Loading double-stack single-feed pistol magazines by hand can be difficult, tedious, time-consuming and even painful depending on the number and/or capacity of magazines you load. Thankfully, there are multiple different speed loaders available on the market that make the loading process of the a...
Koons & Siegel v. Platkin Cases Heard En Banc at 3rd Circuit
The 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals heard en banc arguments on Feb. 11, 2026. The likely outcome? Evisceration of New Jersey's law.