Brian McCombie

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Brian McCombie is a freelance writer from central Wisconsin specializing in firearms and outdoor sports. His byline appears regularly in Gun Digest and other national magazines.

Market Trends: Pass the Ammo—And the Reloading Supplies!

As more and more people shoot, more and more have become involved with reloading. The discipline has become so popular in New Hampshire that one retailer has dedicated a whole wing to reloading supplies.

Market Trends: Sales Strong for Remington R1s in St. Louis

One of the most timeless handguns produced has found a dedicated audience in Missouri, with Remington's version of the 1911 flying off the shelves of one gun store.

Market Trends: Surprising Interest in Small, Early 20th Century Revolvers

At one time, small collectable revolvers did not demand much on the market. But that trend has reversed itself at one Florida auction house, where petite wheelguns have been a hot item.

Market Trends: Concealed Carry for the Land of Lincoln

It's been a little over a year since concealed carry became legal in Illinois. Since, one retailer has seen one pistol in particular gain favor with CCW permit holders.

Armed Citizens in Action, August 2014

True stories of everyday armed citizens taking action to defend themselves and others.

Market Trends: Home-Defense Shotgun Sales Robust for So. Calif. Chain

There has been one thing for sure at Turner's Outdoorsman. When it comes to home defense, its customers have one firearm in mind. It doesn't matter what time of year it is, shotguns have been the defensive gun of choice.

Market Trends: Hunters Shoot for Bargain-Priced Deer Guns in Virginia

Deer season typically means one thing, an uptick in the sale of deer guns. For a Virginia pawn shop one particular category of deer rifle has been flying off the shelves, affordable, entry-level models.

Market Trends: Great Prices for Gun Parts and Project Guns in Wisconsin

Typically at auctions, complete guns are what drive top bids. But one action house has seen increased demand for gun parts and firearms that require restoration this year.