Another Biden Anti-Gun Plan is Struck Down

In a case called VanDerStok v. Garland, which challenges the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) so-called "ghost gun" rule that treats some firearms parts and part kits as if they are actually functional firearms, a federal judge determined that the final rule is unlawful. Read More

Springfield Armory Hellcat w/ Shield SMSc

The Springfield Armory® Hellcat® raises the bar on concealed carry pistols with service pistol comfort, capacity and accuracy in a remarkably compact chassis. Offering up to an amazing 13+1 rounds on tap, the Hellcat OSP™ has its billet-machined slide cut to accept a micro red dot sight such as the included Shield SMSc. Read More

NRA Files Suit Against ATF and DOJ Over "Pistol Brace Rule," Defends Members Against Draconian Measure

The NRA announced Monday that it filed a lawsuit against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), ATF Director Steve Dettelbach and U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in opposition to the unlawful "pistol brace rule." Read More

Gun Skills: Fight Your Way Up

Although we typically train from an upright starting position, not every gunfight begins that way. Quite often, the decision to introduce a firearm is made after a physical altercation has already started. This can result from hoping that less-lethal options would prevail or from being caught by surprise. Read More

Gun Review: Girsan MC 14T

Have you ever tried to use your non-dominant hand for cutting, writing or shooting? If so, you've probably found the task far more difficult than usual. Our brains are wired a certain way, but sometimes we must retrain this wiring. For gun owners, injuries or aging may often cause changes to how successfully we can use our tools and create a need for retraining. Read More

First Gear: Must-Haves for Gun Owners

You need a trauma kit containing all the critical items but with no fluff to add needless weight—and you also need a smart way to carry it. The Phokus Research Expedition Trauma Kit (ETK) offers the former and pairs perfectly with the GBRS Group Individual First Aid System (IFAS) Pouch. Read More

The Armed Citizen® July 7, 2023

A woman in Austin, Texas, called police around 5:30 a.m. April 18, saying a man was trying to break in, then that he succeeded, followed by the sound of gunshots. Police found the home invader, a 61-year-old stranger to the residents, dead at the scene. Read More