July's NICS Numbers Show We're Back In Business

The NICS numbers come from the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System, and they are a rough correlation to firearms sales in the U.S.; licensed dealers must check the NICS database before a sale, and when you add up all those queries, you have your NICS numbers for the month.

By Zac K

Now Shipping! CCI’s Golden Boy Collector’s Edition 22 LR Bulk Box

An announcement that one of our Managing Editors, Hrachya, first caught wind of at SHOT Show 2026 was the new CCI Golden Boy Collector’s Edition .22 Long Rifle Bulk Box  (275 rounds) is now shipping to dealers across the US. So, rimfire aficionados can rejoice because they have even mo...

By Adam Scepaniak

When Industry Leaders Unite, Innovation Follows

Barrett CEO Bryan James recently met with Strategic Sciences CEO Russ Oliver and President Patrick Kisgen to explore how Strategic Sciences’ advanced technologies can integrate with Barrett systems while advancing the future of shoulder-fired capabilities. Together, we’re building the...

By Eric G

How the 1911 Evolved Into the 2011, and Took Over the Handgun Market

John Browning’s 1911 served the U.S. military for 75 years and became one of America’s most respected handguns. More than a century later, its trigger, ergonomics, and proven operating system live on in the modern double-stack 2011. Here is how a military sidearm evolved into one of today’s...

By Ryan Hodges

Retay Wants To Give You A Shotgun, Ammo And A Hunting Dog

This has to be one of the more unusual giveaways that I’ve seen over my career covering the outdoors world. Retay is running a Dog Days Of Summer giveaway that has a lot of very useful loot for the lucky winner—a shotgun, a supply of ammo, and a hunting dog. Yeah, you read that right. [&#...

By Zac K.

How FFLs Win Sales From Online Gun Marketplaces

Local gun shops are seeing record sales through online marketplaces. A practical playbook for independent FFLs: list where buyers shop, sync inventory in real time, and turn every transfer into a repeat customer.

By Gary Stone
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