Fudd Friday: The State Of The Lever-Action Union

The reason for lever-action rifles’ decline isn’t because people didn’t want them, not exactly. The problem was twofold: A lot of people who wanted lever-actions could have their desires met by rifles that were already on the market, typically at more affordable second-hand pric...

By Zac K •

Why Pennsylvania’s Deer Culture Runs Deeper Than Antler Score

Pennsylvania deer hunters are different, and if you have grown up inside it you know why. In this state the whitetail is more than a game animal. It is a state symbol, an economic engine, a cultural touchstone, and in some corners a nuisance. The traditions built around it run deeper than almost ...

By James Chen •

Report: People Back Gun Control, Until They’re Asked to Pay for It

Americans may tell pollsters they favor gun control, but a new academic study reveals that enthusiasm fades considerably when taxpayers are asked to finance firearm restrictions. Researchers found that even a $100 annual cost can substantially weaken support, raising uncomfortable questions for g...

By Dave Workman •

ATF Retreats on NFA Registration, but State Laws Still Burden Gun Owners

ATF’s nationwide retreat from NFA registration enforcement is restoring gun owners’ freedom, but state laws still preserve barriers. Here is the breakdown of 15 states targeted for reform, including Mississippi’s clarification that suppressor Form 4 is voluntary.

By Duncan Johnson Editor in Chief •

September Gun Sales Indicator Dips 2.3% as NFA Checks Surge 129%

September’s firearm-sales indicator slipped 2.3%, but NFA checks more than doubled. With ATF now backing away from federal registration and approval requirements for covered items, the suppressor market could be entering a new phase.

By Dean Weingarten •

How FFL Dealers Get Found and Win Suppressor Transfers

Suppressor and NFA transfer demand is the biggest under-managed revenue line at most FFLs. Here is the growth playbook to capture it, plus how customers find an FFL dealer near them.

By Gary Stone •

NFA SEO: How FFL Dealers Win Suppressor Searches

The NFA appeal window just closed. Here is how FFL dealers can capture the surge in suppressor, SBR and NFA transfer searches with the right pages, keywords, Google Business Profile and schema.

By Sara Owens •

“Knockdown Power” Is the Biggest Myth in Big Game Hunting

The myth goes something like this: Use enough gun and you'll knock down game in its tracks. Here's why that's a total myth The post “Knockdown Power” Is the Biggest Myth in Big Game Hunting appeared first on Outdoor Life.

By Ron Spomer •
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