Ayoob: Is the 1911 Wrong for CCW?

There are reasons why the full-size 1911 pistol is often described as “iconic,” and the gun’s long and successful history on battlefields, in the streets and at pistol championships isn’t the only reason. It’s slim for its power level, an important dimension for both comfort a...

By Massad Ayoob •

The L.T. Wright Knives Field Ready Genesis

Handmade knives are great, but sometimes the problem is that there aren’t enough hands. Anyone who’s tried getting a custom knife only to be forever chasing them to be in stock understands the pain. L.T. Wright Knives from Winterville, Ohio, is a small shop that typically does all of ...

By Tim Stetzer •

HiLight Tactical – An FDE Update

HiLight Tactical has introduced a new FDE finish across several popular weapon lights and laser models, giving shooters another option for matching their firearm setup. The post HiLight Tactical – An FDE Update appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Mike Hardesty •

South Carolina HOA Bans Guns From Sidewalks, Parking Areas

Forest Pines Condominiums has banned residents from carrying firearms on sidewalks, in parking areas and throughout other shared spaces. But South Carolina law and a prior attorney general opinion leave major questions about the HOA’s authority.

By Dean Weingarten •

Curtiss SB2C Helldiver — The Big-Tailed Beast

In 1937, the Curtiss SBC Helldiver entered service, but even at that point, the carrier-based two-seat scout/dive bomber was on the verge of being obsolete. Interestingly, it was also the second aircraft produced by Curtiss-Wright to earn the designation “Helldiver” after the United States Ma...

By Peter Suciu •

DOJ Wants Political Debanking Answers

The DOJ has subpoenaed major banks seeking information about alleged debanking practices affecting firearms businesses and other customers targeted for political reasons. The post DOJ Wants Political Debanking Answers appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Mark Chesnut •

War Hogg Tactical Targets

I’ve taken two classes from War Hogg Tactical: the first being an intro to red dots on pistols, and the second a two-day Rifle/Pistol CQB course. In both, we shot several similar drills, albeit with modifications for the platform and task. In the second class, I was introduced to the War Hogg T...

By Travis Pike •

Former Virginia AG Sues Over ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban With Interesting Argument

Former Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has filed a unique lawsuit challenging the state's assault weapons ban using the Virginia Constitution's Militia Clause. The post Former Virginia AG Sues Over ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban With Interesting Argument appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Mark Chesnut •
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