The Soviet RPD (Ruchnoy Pulemyot Degtyaryova) was a pioneering light machine gun that played a short but vital role in early Soviet weapon development and in adopting new intermediate-caliber weapon systems; it was adopted in 1949 alongside the AK and SKS, which significantly influenced the Cold ...
Taking a quick scan through the Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage (see the whole announcement here ), you’ll note that it’s mostly about preserving Americans’ access to the great outdoors for shooting and hunting. In an age where hunters are facing a decline i...
Suppressed shooting is one of the genuine pleasures of this hobby. Less ear protection fumbling, no concussion, and a rifle that suddenly feels more civilised. It is also, if we are honest, a messy business. Hornady's new SBR Suppressed Supersonic line is aimed at the latter half of that equ...
You know why you fired. Police, prosecutors, and jurors don't. Lessons from the Zimmerman and Rittenhouse trials on evidence, memory, and your legal plan.
This week for Wheelgun Wednesday, we are taking a look at the venerable Smith & Wesson Model 14 revolver in .38 Special. These guns have a reputation for accuracy and dependability from the era when bullseye shooting was the most common handgun sport. I picked this one up to put it back on th...
Some things a prosecutor uses against you are easy to explain. Some take work. Some just make you look bad. Lessons from 88 hours of the Zimmerman trial.
Recently, Ben Tirpak posted an interesting article over at SKILLSET. Basically, the premise of the story is centered on who he would choose for a deserted island survival team. It’s a common enough thought exercise, right? Particularly when you get a few preppers or survivalists together to cha...
I watched all 88 hours of the Zimmerman trial. Here’s why, and what it reveals for concealed carriers about self-defense law, evidence, and public opinion.
Editor’s Note: The author received a loaner Springfield Armory Echelon Pro Comp pistol prior to the handgun’s official launch for writing this article. All opinions are those of the author. You could say I’m an early adopter. I have been running a Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm for several ...
Ruger and Magpul have come together to create the RXM. This modular pistol promises to be Ruger's most modern pistol.