Do You Have the Right Flashlight Skills?

Taking up a handgun for personal defense is indeed a life-changing experience that warrants a great deal of forethought and preparation. You not only have to select the best possible handgun and related gear to fit your lifestyle, but also become proficient in its use and knowledgeable of the law...

By Mike Boyle

POTD: S&W No. 3 First Model American – Revolver That Beat Colt

Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have a Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American manufactured 1870-1872. This was Smith & Wesson’s first large-frame cartridge revolver and their answer to Colt’s dominance in military revolvers. The Model 3 American was revolut...

By Sam.S

Meet Ryan Coulter, Benchmade’s New VP of Product

Benchmade has long been at the forefront of innovation. This harkens all the way back to the days when their founder, Les deAsis, was grinding out balisong knives. On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Benchmade announced another step in that direction by appointing Ryan Coulter as the new Vice-President of ...

By Jim Cobb

Chiappa Introduces the M1-22 Bushranger Semi-Auto Rimfire for 2026

Chiappa is adding the M1-22 Bushranger to their rimfire lineup for 2026, a .22 LR semi-auto with a 16.5-inch threaded barrel, full-length Picatinny rail, M-LOK forend, and a painted beechwood pistol-grip stock. At 5.43 pounds and 29.25 inches overall it is a light, compact package that covers rec...

By Sam.S

Lawsuit Seeks Emergency Block on Virginia’s Incoming Rifle Ban

This content is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express permission of GunsAmerica.com and BAAANG Media LLC. Lawsuit Seeks Emergency Block on Virginia’s Incoming Rifle Ban A coalition of gun owners, firearm businesses, and manufacturers is racing to stop Virginia’s new ban on...

By Larry Z

Is the 1911 the “Stick Shift” of EDC?

The 1911 occupies a curious position in the modern concealed carry landscape. It is widely respected and often admired, yet only sometimes considered a practical choice for everyday carry. Many people speak of it the way they speak of a classic automobile: beautiful, capable, historically signifi...

By Mitch Eckler
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