M21 Sniper Rifle — A Short History

The renowned M14 service rifle has a complex history: it was the U.S. military’s shortest-lived service rifle yet one of the longest in service. While its time as a standard-issue rifle for G.I.s was brief, its power and performance have ensured its continued use as a sniper and Designated Mark...

By Cory Ross

Red Flags to Avoid When Seeking Self-Defense Instruction

Learning martial arts is an excellent option for personal self-defense. There are numerous styles available to suit nearly everyone’s personal needs and wants. However, along with the expectations of being able to defend yourself on the streets, you may also face some shady or outright deceptiv...

By Michael D'Angona

Third Circuit Rules 3D-Printed Gun Files Are Not Protected Speech

The court upheld the District Court of New Jersey's decision to dismiss with prejudice all constitutional challenges to a state law that criminalizes the distribution of certain digital instructions or code that can be used to 3D-print firearms to unlicensed individuals.

By John Crump

How to Shoot Faster (and Actually Hit)

Ever wonder if you can learn how to shoot faster without sacrificing accuracy? This is a question many shooters have wrestled with in both competition and defensive shooting. In today’s article, veteran law enforcement officer and trainer Mike Boyle provides concrete steps you can take to impro...

By Mike Boyle

Springfield’s 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911

To readers of The Armory Life and many 1911 afficionados, Hilton Yam is going to be a familiar name. In the company of the many great gunsmiths and competitors who have built their professions around the construction or use of 1911 pistols, Yam offers a very unique perspective...

By Joe Kurtenbach

FlaskBangs Available Again in OD and Black: Sláinte!

The "flaskbang" is somewhere between custom flask and double shot glass; it only holds enough for two stiff hits, but it looks cool as hell without making any noise or sparks. The post FlaskBangs Available Again in OD and Black: Sláinte! appeared first on AR15NEWS.COM.

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