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Kaine-Warner Gun Control Bill Would Take Virginia Restrictions Nationwide
New anti-gun federal legislation introduced by Virginia Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner amounts to a direct attack on the Second Amendment. iStock-483315547Federal legislation introduced this month by perennial anti-gun Senate Democrats Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, both from Virginia—where embattled gun owners are facing legislative demagoguery as freshman Gov. Abigail Spanberger seems determined to ignite a new Civil War with the Justice Department over gun rights—would spread the Commonwealth
Nationwide Concealed Carry for ‘Elite’ Veterans Will Create a New Class of ‘Only Ones’
It’s the right of the people, not the right of special operators. iStock-2263919737“Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) introduced the Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act, legislation that extends federal concealed carry authority to both serving and veteran special operations forces whose firearms training and marksmanship standards match or exceed those of retired law enforcement officers,” a Thursday press release from the Kentucky congressman announced.“Federal law alread
Tippmann's .380 Pirate Pistol Ships in a Treasure Chest
Tippmann Ordnance, the Fort Wayne, Indiana outfit best known for hand-cranked Gatling guns, has added something a little different to the lineup for 2026: the Pirate Pistol, now chambered in .380 Auto. I’m thinking this would be perfect for the “Slam Fire Division”, carrying a Pirate outfit, of course.The name is not just marketing fluff. Tippmann's Pirate Pistol is a pump-action, slam-fire pistol built entirely from solid steel and fitted with custom walnut stocks, giving it a distinctly o
Boston Siege Records Show Pistols Were Common in Revolutionary America
A Revolutionary-era Boston arms inventory showing 634 pistols helps rebut the claim that handguns were rare or outside the founding generation’s understanding of protected arms. iStock-1284469612During and after the American Revolution, there was no registration of firearms in the colonies that were to become the United States. There is good evidence that handguns were commonly owned during this period.One of the primary sources comes from records of the occupation of Boston by General Gage, bot
Anti-Gun States Want to Disarm Citizens While Arming Non-Citizens
If a state says law-abiding Americans cannot be trusted with firearms, why is it willing to arm certain non-citizens with badges, guns, and arrest powers? iStock-140257402There is something deeply backward about a state that works overtime to disarm its own citizens while moving to arm non-citizens with badges, guns, and the power to arrest the very people whose rights it keeps trying to crush.Across the country, anti-gun states have spent years treating the law-abiding American citizen as the p
Taurus 22TUC Gets Threaded Barrel for Suppressor-Ready Carry
Taurus has given its 22TUC micro-compact a welcome suppressor-ready upgrade. The new 22TUC Threaded Barrel is chambered in .22 LR, carries the same tip-up barrel mechanism as the original, and adds a longer threaded barrel to the mix. It carries an MSRP of $449.99.The 22TUC, which debuted in 2024, is a hammer-fired, double-action-only pistol built around a tip-up barrel design. A lever on the frame pivots the barrel upward, allowing the chamber to be loaded or cleared without ever racking t
NSSF Vows Legal Challenge if Maryland Bans Striker-Fired Handguns
The National Shooting Sports Foundation says it will sue Maryland if Governor Wes Moore signs legislation that would ban an entire class of popular handguns, citing the Supreme Court's Heller decision as the basis for the challenge.Maryland's legislature has passed Senate Bill 334 and its cross-filed companion House Bill 557, both titled "Criminal Law - Firearm Crimes - Machine Gun Convertible Pistols." The bills would prohibit the manufacture, sale, offering for sale, purchase, receipt, or
Ruggedised Second Skin Enclosures for Fujinon SX Camera Range
Hereford, UK – The International Special Training Facility development cell is releasing the first 3D printed deployment-ready rugged second skin enclosures, manufactured from our specially developed resin to withstand harsh environments for the Fujinon SX Camera Range. This innovative product is designed to enhance operational capabilities, ensuring reliability and protection for critical equipment in demanding […]
Glock 45 Hunter Edition: Only 198 Units Available in the U.S.
Glock's G45 Hunter Edition has been making the rounds in Europe since its debut at EnforceTac and IWA 2025, but American shooters have had no access to it through normal retail channels. I’ve done my fair share of marketing of “The Hulk” here on TFB, since I own one here in Europe. Now GlockStore has imported 198 examples of the Glock 45 Gen5 Hunter Edition, all with the OEM left-hand threaded barrel, giving U.S. buyers a rare window into a limited Glock built for the European market.Glock
USS Hornet (CV-12): Carrier that Stung Japan
The USS Hornet (CV-12) stands as one of the most storied aircraft carriers in United States naval history, playing a decisive role in World War II as part of the Essex-class fleet. From its origins as a replacement for the lost USS Hornet (CV-8) to its participation in pivotal Pacific battles, the carrier helped shift the balance of power against Japan. It build a lasting legacy through its wartime achievements, postwar modernization, and surprising role in NAS
Gun Group Fighting Back Against Colorado Measure Regulating Gun Barrel Purchases
<p>A proposed Colorado bill regulating gun barrel sales is facing pushback from gun owners concerned about tracking and restrictions.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/colorado-barrel-bill-gun-owner-backlash/">Gun Group Fighting Back Against Colorado Measure Regulating Gun Barrel Purchases</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Trigger. Optic. Two Barrel Lengths - SIG's M400-FORGE Is Here
SIG Sauer has announced the M400-FORGE in two configurations: a rifle and a pistol. Both are built around the same cold hammer forged 5.56 NATO barrel, TriggerTech trigger, and ROMEO-MSR Gen II optic, with the primary differences coming down to barrel length, gas system, and brace versus stock. Both variants share a common feature set that starts with a TriggerTech 3.5 lb two-stage flat blade trigger, a component that typically enters the picture as a (great) aftermarket upgrade on most fac
Delta Three Oscar and Craig International Ballistics Announce NIJ 0101.07 Testing for Next Generation Body Armour
Blacksburg, Virginia, April 17th 2026 – Delta Three Oscar, the tactical division of D3O, the global leader in advanced protection materials, and Craig International Ballistics (CIB), a leading manufacturer of high-performance ballistic systems, today jointly announce successful testing of five new standalone hard armour plate models against the latest NIJ0101.07 test standard incorporating D3O’s next-generation […]
Holosun ARO Red Dot & HM3X Magnifier Combo – $249.99
Limited Time DealPalmetto State Armory has the Holosun ARO 2 MOA Red Dot with HM3X Magnifier Combo on sale for just $249.99, down from $399.99. That gets you a capable rifle optic setup with a crisp 2 MOA dot, 3x magnification on demand, Shake Awake technology, and long battery life, all at a price that is tough to ignore for anyone upgrading a range rifle, defensive carbine, or general-purpose AR.Top Features2 MOA red dot for fast, precise target acquisitionIncluded HM3X magnifier lets you swit
Black Hills MK262 Mod 1-C 77gr OTM – $736 w/ Free Shipping
Limited Time DealIf you’ve been waiting to stock up on some of the most accurate 5.56 out there, this is it. Bereli has Black Hills 5.56mm NATO MK262 Mod 1-C 77 Grain OTM in a sealed 30-cal ammo can—460 rounds for $736.00. This is the real-deal load trusted by military units and serious precision shooters. Top FeaturesTrue MK262 Mod 1-C Load – Same 77gr OTM spec supplied to U.S. military unitsSierra Open Tip Match Bullet – Exceptional accuracy & ballistic consistency2750 FPS (20” barrel) – F
Beecher Tactical – 3D Printed Plate Carrier
Back in 2006 I wrote in my introduction to the book “Battle Rattle” about the future of load carriage and my prediction that one day we would no longer sew fabric together but rather use either glue or welding to form our gear. Beecher Tactical has taken it in a different direction and used additive […]
Henry Didn't Forget: The .45-70 Bear's Leg Is Here!
Luke C ( @BallisticAviation) stops by the Henry booth at NRAAM 2026 to speak with George to talk about the newly released .45‑70 Bear’s Leg lever‑action pistol and what it means for the lineup. Today, we’ll talk about how the Bear’s Leg fits into Henry’s lever‑gun ecosystem, its intended role at the range and beyond, and how it stacks up against the rest of the Henry catalog. George also gives us the lowdown on Henry’s updated rimfire offerings, with many updates and even new guns, making
Murray State College's Accredited Gunsmithing Program
Today @BallisticAviation speaks with Chad from Murray State College in Oklahoma to talk about one of the most unique gunsmithing programs in the country. As one of the very few programs tied to a fully accredited college, Murray State allows students to pursue a career in firearms and gunsmithing while also earning a real bachelor’s degree. Today, Chad explains how the program is structured, what sets it apart from other gunsmithing schools, and why it’s considered some of the finest instru
a short story about revolvers, music and diy ethic
a short story about revolvers, music and diy ethicmy famly has for a good ammount of time asked why i like/carry a revolver, i could never fully tell them why, somthing about one just feels truly safe, needless to say ive for the longest time tried to understand this part of myself, semi autos are better after all (arguably) today, i was working on my edc revolver, the one a carry on a dayly basis (and also the only gun i own at a young, 19) a guy i was with for a long time had, snapped the insi
AP5-N SBR Project: Phase 1, Steps 1-3
AP5-N SBR Project: Phase 1, Steps 1-3Step 1 — Install RCM 100° Locking PieceLocking piece and rollers arrived today. Install was straightforward, just the two push pins on the rear assembly (one large on the end cap, one small on the lower). No issues.Step 2 — Measure Bolt GapAfter reassembly, I re-measured bolt gap and got 0.45 mm.Step 3 — Adjust RollersThat’s just above the ideal range (0.25–0.40 mm), but still within the acceptable range (0.25–0.50 mm), so I left the stock +0 rollers in place