At Austfyorneset, in the Svalbard Archipelago, a man protected his family from a foraging polar bear, with a revolver, on February 3, 2003.
Polar Bear Shot & Killed, Family is Safe ~ Austfjordneset, Norway, Feb 3, 2003
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Henry Repeating Arms Reveals First Revolvers, .360 Buckhammer Rifles, and More
Chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, the traditional double-action revolver is available in two different grip configurations – the larger, flared Gunfighter style or the more compact, rounded Birdshead style.
FN Expands FN 15 Modern Sporting Rifles Line with the Guardian
FN America is pleased to announce the launch of the FN 15 Guardian, the newest addition to the company’s modern sporting rifle product line.
Ruger Introduces New Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite Optic-Ready with Co-Witness Sights
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has expanded the Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite family of rimfire pistols with a new model that features a mounting position for a standard Shield RMS footprint reflex optic in place of the Picatinny rail.
Ruger Introduces MAX-9 with Ruger ReadyDot Micro Reflex Optic
The Ruger MAX-9 pistol is well-established as an optic-ready rugged and reliable daily carry option. It is now available paired with a factory-mounted Ruger ReadyDot micro-reflex optic.
New .22LR Double-Barrel Handguns by Bond Arms
Bond Arms releases two new .22LR versions of popular double-barrel handguns perfect for plinking or varmint control.
New Scorpion 3+ Carbine From CZ-USA
First released to the US public in pistol form – the new Scorpion 3+ Carbine has been developed based on consumer feedback.
The Quest for the Perfect Truck Gun Package Under $1200
Finding the perfect truck gun for less than $1200 can be a daunting challenge even with the buyers market, insane sale prices, and wide array of choices. Never fear, we found it for you!
Ruger Announces New Super Wrangler Convertible Revolver
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to introduce the Super Wrangler family of single-action revolvers.
Ruger Reintroduces Marlin Model 336 Classic Lever-Action Rifle
“The legendary Model 336 helped to build Marlin Firearms into the iconic American brand that it is today,” said Ruger CEO Chris Killoy.
Bear Researcher’s .357 Colt Python and a Grizzly Bear Encounter in 1976
Bear researcher Allen Schallenberger used his Colt .357 magnum to scare off bears three times during his career, in the 1970’s. He explains what happened in the first of these encounters.
Extar USA Announces the EP45 .45 ACP Pistol
Firearm innovator Extar USA has taken its popular EP9 platform to the next level with a much anticipated .45 ACP version, the EP45
Taylor’s & Company Releases 1875 Outlaw Revolver in 9mm!
Taylor’s & Company is pleased to announce the launch of their new 1875 Outlaw 9mm Revolver to their Lifestyle Series for 2023.
Sonic Crack , .22 LR Ammunition & the Transonic Zone: Fun Experiment
Supersonic noise from .22 ammunition occurs before the sound barrier is breached. In the transonic zone, some supersonic effects are detectable.
Canik TP9SA Handgun – Review, Good Choice, Low Price
Col Ben gives the Century Arms, Canik TP9SA Handgun in 9mm, a thorough range test, grading and gun review…
Coonan 45 ACP , the Next Generation 1911 Pistol
Is the Coonan 45 ACP 1911 pistol a real innovation of the classic 1911 pistol? Mike thinks so…
Send In The Marines . . . To Federal Court
Retired Marine Corps Col. argues AR15 rifles are just like the Army’s M16 & M4 Rifles, but NOT useful for self defense purposes in the hands of Americans!?
Pistol Shooting Positions: Weaver Vs. Isosceles
If you’re a true student of the gun, you should be familiar with both the Weaver and Isosceles shooting positions.
How Hard is Real Armed Defense?
If you ask them, most people will give you their impression of armed defense. Is it trivially easy or is it impossibly hard? Let’s ignore Hollywood and look at what real people do every day.
Fostech Origin 12 – Next Level of Semi-Auto 12 Gauge Shotguns
Probably the best combat oriented semi-automatic 12 gauge shotgun on the market today, a modern-day American Saiga, meet the Fostech Origin 12.
Kel-Tec CMR-30 Carbine Review, a Lightweight .22 Magnum ~ VIDEO
Compact, lightweight guns like the Kel-Tec CMR-30 Carbine holds a special place in my heart. They’re just so damn handy.
S&W’s New M&P Shield 9 Plus Review ~ VIDEO
My first dedicated handgun was an S&W, and after 15 years I’m returning to the company thanks to their new M&P Shield 9 Plus OR or Optics Ready pistol.
Rock River Arms Announces New Operator DMR Series Rifles
Rock River Arms, the industry’s most respected name in Modern Sporting Rifles and pistols, introduces its new Operator DMR series.
Beretta APX Pistol, Problems Uncover Top Shelf Customer Service
In over fifty years of shooting and teaching, this is my second. Neither resulted in personal injury, nor significant damage to the Beretta APX Pistol. Both were with factory ammunition.
Shush.. the Brownells BRN-180SH Upper is Optimized for Suppressor Use
When fired with a suppressor attached and the gas system turned off, the BRN-180SH in single-shot is even quieter than a BRN-180S.
Stag 15 3Gun Elite | Testing, Training, and Competition – Video
The Stag 15 3 Gun Elite claims to be an “out-of-the-box, competition rifle”. Let’s test that claim the only way that makes sense, shoot it in a competition.
NICS Numbers for February 2023, Fourth Highest for Gun Sales
The FBI National Instant background Check System (NICS) numbers so February of 2023 numbers are the fourth highest ever for gun sales and background checks. A high level of gun sales is the new normal.
SIG SAUER is Named the “Most Innovative Brand of the Year” at Gundie Awards
SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the honor of receiving the 2023 Gundie Award for “Most Innovative Brand of the Year.”
SIG SAUER Announces the Commercial Introduction of the MCX-SPEAR Rifle
SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce the MCX-SPEAR, the civilian version of the U.S. Army’s new XM7 rifle chosen for the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program.
Smith and Wesson’s New M&P FPC Folding 9mm Carbine
Smith & Wesson a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is proud to introduce its new folding pistol carbine, the M&P FPC.
