How SBRs and SBSs Got Trapped in the NFA’s 1934 Gun Control Scheme
Short-barreled rifles and shotguns did not end up in the NFA by accident alone. Here’s how a sweeping 1934 gun control push trapped SBRs and SBSs in federal law.
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SAF, NRA File Brief Challenging Pennsylvania Ban on 18-20 Year Old Carry
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A coalition of major Second Amendment organizations has filed an amicus brief with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court challenging the state’s prohibition on firearm carry by adults aged 18 to 20. The brief was filed in support of the appellant in Commonwealth of Pennsylvan...
What’s a Roach Belly?
In this article, Randall Wilson reviews the Cold Steel Roach Belly knife. Odd name notwithstanding, the knife proved to be an excellent choice at a great price. The knife is personally owned by the author and is from his collection. Born in the late 1800s, my grandad was a sea captain. What gear ...
Wheelgun Wednesday: Building A Budget Wild West Collection
Antique prices got you down? If you’re looking to put together a collection of revolvers from the Wild West days, it can get expensive very quickly, especially if you want one of the best-known pieces. Checking the prices at CollectorsFirearms.com, you can see that first-generation Colt Sin...
Gun Owners Fight Back as New Mexico Gun Ban Falters
The New Mexico gun ban, SB17 is facing stiff opposition from Second Amendment supporters in the House Judiciary Committee. It is vulnerable. The New Mexico legislative session ends today.
Congress Votes to Remove Less-Than-Lethal Devices From Gun Control Act Coverage
The U.S. House passes a bill exempting less lethal projectile devices from National Firearms Act and federal gun regulations.
The Taylor and Co Howdah Pistols
If you want to talk about odd and interesting, it’s hard to beat the Taylor & Co. Howdah pistol. Howdah pistols were British guns brought to Africa and India in the 19th century. These were large-bore, multiple-barreled pistols designed to kill attacking tigers and similar large game at clo...
January 2026 NICS Background Checks Dip Slightly While NFA Checks Surge
The adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System numbers from the NSSF show January firearm sales to be slightly lower from last years report.
Fudd Friday: Seven Decades Of The Savage 110
When you ask people what the greatest classic American bolt-action hunting rifle is, you’ll probably hear most people talking about the Remington Model 700 or the Winchester Model 70, with maybe some chatter about Weatherby’s rifles or Springfield-based sporters. But I think the Savag...
A Summary History of Firearm Ammunition
Firearm ammunition has been a fundamental component of both the evolution of firearms and the progression of military, law enforcement, and civilian practices throughout history.