Why is the .38 Special Called .38 Special?

Have you ever wondered why the .38 Special was called the .38 Special? Not the Special part, but the .38 part. It’s not a .38 caliber projectile, and .357 Magnum isn’t called .38 Magnum. They use the same projectiles, but why is one cartridge granted this .23 increase in bullet size? The real...

By Travis Pike •

Silencer Saturday #450: 4473 vs. Form 4 Transfers

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturer of the new Victra 20-gauge shotgun suppressor . It has been more than a month since the first legal, non-stamp silencer transfer. More questions remain than answers, bu...

By Daniel Y •

Britain’s Forgotten Bomber: The Short Stirling

The Royal Air Force’s Avro Lancaster and Handley Page Halifax are considered by many aviation historians to be among the most capable heavy bombers of the Second World War. However, neither were the RAF’s first four-engine bomber. Overshadowed by the Lancaster’s success was the ...

By Peter Suciu •

Everytown Just Told On Itself About YouTube’s Gun Ban

YouTube's current branded-content policy explicitly prohibits weapons and ammunition sponsorships, while a new Everytown report calls for stricter enforcement against firearms influencers. The post Everytown Just Told On Itself About YouTube’s Gun Ban appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By TTAG News Contributor •

What are the DA/SA Advantages?

In the age of everything being striker-fired or single-action, it’s tough to be a DA/SA fan. The only companies that seem to recognize DA/SA fans are SIG, Beretta, and CZ, and even they have leaned more into the striker-fired genre as of late. I get why people aren’t fans of DA/SA. You ha...

By Travis Pike •

TFB Review: Midwest Industries CRM HD Rifle

The Global War on Terror has been protracted, seeing its reach stretch to every major part of the world. As this global conflict has progressed, so too have tactics and technology, culminating in a new and frightening blend of technology and tactics never before witnessed. Regardless of the advan...

By Toby M •

Fudd Friday: Pump-Action Or Semi-Auto Shotgun For Hunting?

A few points at first. While you decide what works for you, let’s point out that whether we’re hunting upland birds (pheasants, grouse, woodcock) or waterfowl (geese and ducks, mostly), it doesn’t make much difference in what action you decide on. There are lots of great upland ...

By Zac K •
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