The Hughes Amendment, added to the 1986 Firearms Owners’ Protection Act, banned new civilian machine guns after a controversial House voice vote. Here’s how it happened.
A federal judge weakens a key gun-control law, the Supreme Court takes up Washington's AR-15 ban, and ATF reforms continue to reshape the regulatory landscape. Fred Thompson's weekly digest of the stories FFL dealers need to watch.
This overview of the Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F paired with the Aimpoint COA is focused as a possible law enforcement duty pistol. Because if you’re carrying a pistol for the job, the question isn’t “Should I run a dot?” anymore. The real questions when looking at a duty pistol with ...
Nearly one-third of surveyed general-election voters say they carry a concealed handgun at least occasionally, continuing a sharp increase since December 2024.
After 45 years of boning beef, I prefer a flexible blade. The Buck PakLite Processor Pro is surprisingly stiff—but its clean cuts, light weight, and secure sheath make it a serious backcountry hunting knife.
A Prichard sanitation worker pointed a gun at a driver's back during an Eight Mile road rage incident. The passenger fired two shots. Read the original story: Passenger Fires Two Shots in Alabama Road Rage After Sanitation Worker Points Gun at Driver’s Back
If you live the EDC (Every Day Carry) lifestyle, you’re always looking for something better. When it comes to holsters, that “something better” usually boils down to three things: comfort, retention and versatility. At least, that’s what I’m always chasing. Recently, I became aware of t...
A federal court weakens key NFA restrictions, SCOTUS loads up for a big gun term, and the industry shows real retail momentum. Fred Thompson’s Friday digest for FFL dealers.
Most concealed carriers have never tested their low-light readiness. This free 4-part challenge shows you exactly where you stand — and it starts today.