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M1 Garand vs. M1941 Johnson Rifle Debate

Even positive changes can be hard to accept. Long before the M1 Garand rifle was in widespread service in the US military, it had its share of detractors. A number of these objectors simply disagreed with the Army’s decision to adopt a semi-automatic rifle at all. They argued that the M1903 Springfield bolt-action rifle was more than capable as a battle rifle, that new semi-automatic designs were unproven, potentially too fragile or complex, and that troops would waste ammuni

[SHOT 2026] Canik Expands Optics Portfolio w/ Rifle Scopes & Red Dots

Canik displayed ten new optics at SHOT Show 2026, expanding from pistol red dots into rifle scopes and rifle-mounted optics. The lineup includes low-power variables, a 4-40x precision scope called the KNIGHT, and enclosed-emitter rifle red dots including the Obsidian LITE.The Canik booth had a TON of products on display. Canik showed 1-10x SFP illuminated scopes for general use, 3-9x hunting scopes, and the KNIGHT, a 4-40x FFP scope with an MRAD illuminated reticle. For rifle red dots, the

Update on Virginia ‘Assault Firearm’ Bans and Magazine Restrictions

Virginia Gun Bills Backpedal Under Pressure, but the Fight Is Far From Over Img Duncan JohnsonThanks to strong resistance from gun owners across the state, and a message from Harmeet Dhillon, who is the head of the Second Amendment Division of the Civil Rights Department, the Virginia gun grabbers have been set back on their heels and have relented on a few things. That doesn’t mean we can relax. That means we speak louder and force them to abide by the Constitution.This is a blatant violation o

Cleared in Self-Defense? New Wyoming Bill Could Cover Your Legal Costs and Erase Your Record

CHEYENNE, WY — A new bill introduced in the Wyoming House of Representatives could offer significant legal and financial relief to individuals who lawfully defend themselves and are later cleared of criminal charges. House Bill 0014 (HB0014), titled Protecting Self-Defense-Reimbursement and Amendments, was officially received for introduction on January 9, 2026.Sponsored by a coalition of representatives and senators, HB0014 seeks to reinforce the rights of individuals who use reasonable defensi

January 2026 NICS Background Checks Dip Slightly While NFA Checks Surge

OpinionGOA FOIA Shows NICS-Index-Self-Submission Form Was Used Beyond the FBI, iStock-919659512The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) adjusted figures for January 2026 show a slight decrease in the number of checks compared to 2025. From the National Shooting Sports Foundation:“The January 2026 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,198,879 is a decrease of 0.7 percent compared to the January 2025 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure o

Home Invasion Turns Fatal When Resident Fires on Intruders in Jackson, MS

JACKSON, MS — A pre-dawn home invasion on Ridgewood Road in Jackson ended in a fatal shooting when the resident of an apartment opened fire on two masked intruders, killing one and leading to the arrest of the other.According to the Jackson Police Department, officers responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a break-in. Upon arrival, they discovered the body of an unidentified Black male inside the apartment. Investigators determined that two individuals wearing ski mas

Billionaire-funded 5th Edition of RAND’s Gun Policy Report as Anti-gun as First Four

Billionaire-funded 5th Edition of RAND’s Gun Policy Report as Anti-gun as First Four, iStock-2218869985Once anti-gun billionaires Laura and John Arnold sent another check to the RAND Corporation for its annual report, “The Science of Gun Policy,” there was little doubt about what RAND researchers would find, since the Arnolds pay all the bills.The annual report is part of a larger anti-gun initiative, which RAND has labeled “Guns in America.”Before 2018, RAND funded the entire initiative themsel

Winchester USA Lake City .223 Rem 55gr FMJ 1,000 Rounds – $419.58 w/ CODE

Ammunition Depot has cases of 1,000 rounds of Winchester USA Lake City .223 Rem 55gr FMJ marked down to $419.58 when you use code ALand5 at checkout. That is $0.42 per round! Stock up on .223 ammo at a serious discount. This 1,000-round bulk pack of Winchester USA White Box is perfect for training, drills, and high-volume AR-15 shooting—and it won’t last long at this price.Top FeaturesLake City–Produced Ammo – Trusted U.S. military-grade consistency55gr FMJ .223 Remington – Ideal for training, d

StopBox Pro

I ran across StopBox USA at SHOT Show. Founded with the mission of providing rapid access firearm security without reliance on electronics, it is a Spokane Valley, Washington-based manufacturer of innovative firearm safety and security solutions designed for responsible gun owners. All StopBox products feature a fully mechanical design that requires no batteries, no electronics, […]

[SHOT 2026] RCBS Revitalizes Weaver with Premium Precision Rings

RCBS brought their revitalized Weaver brand to SHOT Show 2026 with a line of Precision and Precision Tactical rings that mark a significant departure from what Weaver used to be. After securing the Weaver license from Revelyst in late 2024, RCBS is taking the 90-year-old brand upmarket with rings priced from $109.99 to $325.99; a far cry from the $30-60 budget hardware Weaver was known for.The move makes sense when you consider RCBS's background. They've been manufacturing Weaver mounts

NSSF Touts Bill Banning Unfair Gun Taxes

<p>NSSF is supporting federal legislation that would block states from using targeted gun and ammo taxes to burden lawful gun owners and fund gun control efforts.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/nssf-backs-freedom-from-unfair-gun-taxes-act/">NSSF Touts Bill Banning Unfair Gun Taxes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>

Flying with Guns: Episode 43 – Southwest from MSY to LAS

Episode 43 was filmed on February 5, 2026, flying Southwest Airlines from New Orleans to Las Vegas. This trip is a good example of how small moments at the counter can look awkward on camera but still turn into a completely smooth check-in.Check-In at MSYBefore walking up to the counter, I had already used the Southwest kiosk to print my checked bag tag. I headed toward the agent line instead of bag drop, knowing I needed to declare firearms. As I was walking up, the agent pointed out that bag d

Body-armor vs. briefcase immigration enforcement

Illegal immigrants arrested in high-profile Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions in Minneapolis and elsewhere, ...

Sacramento company on mission to provide body armor options for women in law enforcement

Whether it's the military or a local police force, more and more women are signing up to serve and protect, but when it comes ...

Sacramento company designs body armor for women on the front lines

Whether it's the military or a local police force, more and more women are signing up to serve and protect, but when it comes ...

Russia to support Brics agenda under India’s chairmanship, says Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said India’s Brics agenda is “modern and highly relevant,” with a strong focus on counter-terrorism, energy security and emerging technologies.

Russia backs India's BRICS agenda on counter-terrorism, energy and technology

Speaking in an interview ahead of Russian Diplomats' Day on February 10, Lavrov praised India's leadership and priorities. He ...

Tech bosses ‘not even close’ to doing enough on extremist content, UK counter-terror chief warns LBC

Britain’s most senior counter-terrorism police officer has accused tech companies of failing to do enough to stop extremist material spreading online, warning that algorithms can rapidly push vulnerable people towards radicalising content.

Senate passes gun bill after lengthy debate

Republicans, Democrats square off on issues of public safety and the Second Amendment as legislation heads to House ...

Darrell A.H. Miller on the Second Amendment and ICE

Darrell Miller, a University of Chicago law professor and Second Amendment expert who has written extensively about guns in American society, said he thinks the answer is clear.