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AKs From Azerbaijan (IGLIM) Are Coming to the USA?
If you’re into Kalashnikov rifles, you probably miss the good old days. It has been a while since AK enthusiasts heard any good news about their hobby, and it seems that things are only getting worse every year: sanctions, tariffs, bans, and other troubles are constantly driving prices up and availability down.But before SHOT Show 2026, “Atlantic Firearms” announced that they’re starting to import AK parts from Azerbaijan. The fact that Azerbaijan manufactures AKs was a surprise for many, b
Acquisition Reform Means a Focus on Warfighter Success
The War Department aims to modernize how acquisition — the buying of weapons and other materiel from manufacturers — is done to ensure American warfighters get the best tools, at the right price, and as quickly as possible.  In November 2025, for instance, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a reorganization of the existing program […]
POTD: The Recoil Sequence In Stills
This sequence of still images captures the recoil cycle of a suppressed Glock 45 Hunter Edition (Gen 5) fitted with an Aimpoint COA red-dot sight, A-Cut interface. Compared to a standard Glock 45, this configuration is notably more front-heavy due to the attached suppressor, which influences how the pistol behaves during the firing cycle. The red dot has some part of it as well, as everything adds weight to the barrel or the slide. The suppressor is manufactured by A-TEC of Norway ( Model P
Wheelgun Wednesday: Building A Budget Wild West Collection
Some percussion revolvers will save you money from buying a centerfire. [Zac K.]Antique prices got you down? If you’re looking to put together a collection of revolvers from the Wild West days, it can get expensive very quickly, especially if you want one of the best-known pieces. Checking the prices at CollectorsFirearms.com, you can see that first-generation Colt Single Action Army revolvers rarely dip below $2,500, and are routinely listed at far, far higher prices. Smith & Wesson’s full
EagleNXT Advances Defense Initiatives in Poland Amid Market Expansion
ALLEN, Texas, Feb. 25, 2026 — AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (dba, EagleNXT) (the “Company” or “EagleNXT”) (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of full stack drone, sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today highlighted significant momentum and expanding opportunities in Poland, after completion of a recent sale. Poland has […]
Machetes No Match for Shotgun as Georgia Homeowner Stops Two Robbery Suspects With Single Blast
Key TakeawaysTwo armed robbery suspects were shot by a homeowner during a confrontation in Coffee County.The suspects, Stephanie Ann Nicole Castillo and Elisabet Gaspar, arrived intending to commit robbery, armed with a machete.A physical struggle ensued, leading the homeowner to shoot both suspects with a shotgun.Castillo and Gaspar face multiple charges including aggravated assault and armed robbery, carrying severe penalties under Georgia law.The investigation is ongoing and police encourage
Off-Body Carry for Women
<p>When on-body carry isn’t realistic, women need a safe and practical alternative. Here’s how to set up off-body concealed carry the right way—with bags that actually work.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/off-body-carry-for-women/">Off-Body Carry for Women</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
New Legal Strategy Challenges ATF’s Interpretation of the 1986 Hughes Amendment Machine Gun Ban
OpinionIn a new “breaking news” sit-down on The Four Boxes Diner, constitutional litigator and Second Amendment historian Stephen P. Halbrook joins host Mark W. Smith to walk viewers through a question gun owners have debated for decades: does federal law actually forbid the registration of post-May 19, 1986 machine guns for ordinary Americans—or did ATF “fill in the blanks” with regulation and judicial deference that no longer holds up?This is a lawyer-to-lawyer conversation about statutory tex
X-Bow Completes Largest Privately-Funded Solid Rocket Motor Test by Non-Traditional Contractor
X-Bow recently successfully completed testing of the XB-34 Ballesta SRM, one of the largest privately-funded solid rocket motors ever tested by a non-traditional defense contractor. The 34.5-inch diameter XB-34 demonstrates X-Bow’s range from tactical 2-inch motors to strategic-class SRMs. Working Monday-to-Friday and sometimes Saturdays, they’ve tested nearly 300 motors. This venture-backed, dual-use non-traditional, SRM is […]
Is the Palmetto State Armory 5.56 Krinkov the Best Krink?
<p>The PSA Krink lineup looks great on paper in every caliber. But if you’re buying one for fun, nostalgia, and real trigger time, one option stands out.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/is-the-palmetto-state-armory-5-56-krinkov-the-best-krink/">Is the Palmetto State Armory 5.56 Krinkov the Best Krink?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Element Optics Debuts Seeker On-gun Laser Rangefinder
Element Optics has a new option for a gun-mounted laser rangefinder. The Seeker is capable out to 3,000 meters, and incorporates both Bluetooth and wired remote operation. Keep reading for all the details.LRF @ TFB:[SHOT 2026] Arken's 3000 Yard $600 On-Gun Laser Rangefinder[SHOT 2026] New Leupold Rangefinder Is Smarter Than You AreSIG Sauer KILO WARP Rangefinder with Real-Time Ballistic CalculatorNew Impact 100 Thermal Laser Rangefinder from X-Vision OpticsTFB Review: Safran Vectronix Terra
Daisy BB Guns – A History You May Not Know
If you are like me, you have fond memories of hours behind a trusty Daisy BB gun. I attribute the enjoyment I had with that rifle to the love I have for firearms as an adult. There was no soda can safe from my perceived skills. Interestingly enough, though, Daisy has a unique history. Let’s take a look at the story of Daisy BB Guns.Daisy BB Guns – An Icon is BornIn the late 1870s, Clarence Hamilton, a watchmaker and inventor, moved from Ohio to Plymouth, Michigan. He set up shop in t
Three UK Men Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for China Under UK National Security Act
Three people have been arrested as part of a UK Counter Terrorism Policing investigation into suspected National Security Act offences.
Counter terrorism police charge 23-year-old Hull man with five offences
A 23-year-old man from Hull has today (Wednesday, March 4) been charged with five offences following an investigation by ...
Man, 23, charged with terrorism offences
A 23-year-old man from Hull has been charged with multiple terror offences. Mikka Lee Anderson, of Morpeth Street, was ...
Supreme Court ponders law making it a crime for gun owners to use marijuana
The law, the same one used to prosecute Joe Biden's son for illegal gun possession, has united an array of strange bedfellows, from conservative gun rights groups to liberal civil liberties groups.
Founding-era drunkards dominate at Supreme Court gun argument
The Supreme Court justices tripped through the world of controlled substances and alcohol on Monday as they scrutinized ...
Gun rights expert says Minnesota Dems tried to block her testimony on firearm bills to 'avoid' policy debate
Second Amendment advocate Amy Swearer says Minnesota Democrats limited her testimony on gun control bills, focusing on ...
The Supreme Court Appears Ready to Rule That Marijuana Users Have a Right to Bear Arms
If John Adams drank hard cider each morning, can’t a gun owner take a gummy?
Eighth Circuit Overturns Machine Gun Possession Conviction for Iowa Police Chief
A belt-fed M60-style machine gun similar to the firearm referenced in the Eighth Circuit’s decision in United States v. Brad Wendt. The court overturned Wendt’s conviction for illegal machine gun possession while leaving fraud convictions intact. iStock-1019603648In a closely watched decision released on March 3, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit issued a split ruling in United States v. Brad Wendt. The court unanimously affirmed Brad Wendt’s convictions for making false sta