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Video: Officer Loses Badge After Armed Altercation with Squirrel
This story is a bit nuts, but teaches a good lesson of why it's important not to be squirrely with firearms. Failing to do so cost one Tennessee police officer big. An unadvised armed altercation at a discount store turned out to be a career-ending incident for the long-time law enforcement professional.
High School Senior Shoots Down NRA National Title
Amy Fister is relatively new to competitive shooting, having only picked up the sport in 2010. But the Pennsylvania teen has proven a prodigy with a rifle in her hand, gunning down the NRA’s High Woman Title at Ohio’s Camp Perry.
Market Trends in Military Gun Collecting
From the re-election of Barack Obama and push for new gun control following the tragic Sandy Hook school shooting, to the United Nations push...
Embarrassing Moments for Armed Women
Because carrying a gun adds just one more complication to our already complex lives, carrying a gun in public is a fertile breeding ground for errors that can sometimes be embarrassing and sometimes prove very dangerous. Here are some tips for armed women.
Wild Bill Hickok's Revolver Takes Aim at $500,000
In its Nov. 18 armor and gun auction, Bonhams is offering a Smith & Wesson No. 2 revolver owned by Wild Bill Hickok, one of the most iconic figures of the Old West, that was on him when he was murdered by Jack McCall in Deadwood in 1876.
The Ruger SR-762: A Piston-Driven .308 AR-Style Rifle
The SR-762 offers the downrange authority of the .308 cartridge in a two-stage, piston-driven rifle. Ruger says it runs cooler and cleaner than traditional gas-driven AR-style guns.
Why Carry a Gun? 7 Objections Destroyed
The question is constantly asked: Why do you want to carry a gun? Here are Massad Ayoob's 7 proven answers vindicating concealed carry.
Grant Cunningham Makes a Case for the Revolver in New Book
When the semi-automatic pistol emerged in the early 20th century, revolvers took a back seat in military, home and personal defense. Revolver expert Grant Cunningham suggests it’s time to reconsider.
Females Encouraged to Carry Concealed in New Book
Concealed Carry for Women dives into all aspects of concealed carry, paying particular attention to the various lifestyle demands for a range of women’s ages.
Concealed Carry Calibers: Pros and Cons
Can’t decide what caliber handgun will make the best option for you? Here’s a look at the pros and cons of three popular concealed carry calibers.
7 Top Choices in Self-Defense Ammunition
There are many choices in self-defense ammunition, here are seven solid options that could save your life.
5 Advantages of the Revolver
Even in this age of the polymer wonder pistol, the revolver has some advantages that are not easily dismissed.
Skeet Shooting: Texas Teen Shoots Down Junior World Title with Perfect Run (Video)
Josh Poole is a clay buster for certain with the Texas teen setting a pair of skeet shooting records at NSSA Collegiate World Championship.
Concealed Carry for Women: Don't Overthink Concealability
A note of encouragement to women who are struggling with how to fit a concealed handgun into their daily wardrobe.
Snagmag Review: The Better Mousetrap?
I’d spent months looking for an easy-to-conceal, easy-to-draw pocket magazine holster for concealed carry. With the Snagmag the search is over.
Sneak Peek: What's Inside Gun Digest 2014?
Gun Digest 2014 has it all: rifles, shotguns, handguns, ammo and more. Editor Jerry Lee gives a sneak peek into the World's Greatest Gun Book.
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