The en banc Ninth Circuit heard arguments in Baird v. Bonta, where California defended its open carry ban by claiming concealed carry permits satisfy the Second Amendment.
Baird v. Bonta: Ninth Circuit Weighs California Open Carry Ban Again
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Barrett MRAD MK 22 6.8x51mm Conversion Kit Under Development
Barrett Firearms is testing a 6.8x51mm conversion kit for the U.S. Army’s MRAD MK 22 sniper system, potentially bringing the next-generation cartridge into precision long-range use.
EOTech EXPS2-0 Holographic Sight Deal: Now $499.99
Palmetto State Armory has the EOTech EXPS2-0 68 MOA Holographic Sight marked down to $499.99, saving shooters $300 on a proven compact optic with a QD mount, side controls, and EOTech’s popular 68 MOA ring with 1 MOA center dot.
Daniel Defense DDM4V7P 10.3” AR Pistol – $1,199.99, Save $200
The Daniel Defense DDM4V7P 10.3” 5.56 NATO AR Pistol is on sale at Palmetto State Armory for $1,199.99, marked down from $1,399.99.
Glock G19 Gen 6 Optics Ready 9mm Pistol — $620.00
Right now, Palmetto State Armory has the Glock 19 Gen 6 4.02” 9mm Optic Ready pistol marked down to $620.00, a solid 17% savings off MSRP.
CZ-82 Used Surplus C&R Pistol 9x18mm Makarov – $179.99
Palmetto State Armory has CZ-82 Used Surplus C&R 9x18mm Makarov Pistols marked down to $179.99.
LaPierre Appeal Fails: NRA Members Win Back Millions, But Trust Still Must Be Rebuilt
Wayne LaPierre lost his New York appeal, leaving intact a multimillion-dollar repayment order to the NRA and a 10-year ban from NRA leadership.
Winchester USA M193 5.56 NATO 55gr FMJ 1,000 Rounds — $521.07
Right now, a 1,000-round case of Winchester USA M193 55gr FMJ is available for $548.49, and with code ALand5 your price drops to just $521.07.
Ninth Circuit Rules Suppressors Are Not Second Amendment Arms
The Ninth Circuit used a bad-facts criminal case involving an illegal alien, domestic violence orders, false citizenship claims, and an unregistered suppressor to rule that suppressors are not Second Amendment “arms.”
ATF Proposed Rule Could Reopen Firearm Imports From Several Former Soviet Countries
ATF has proposed removing several former Soviet countries from its automatic firearm and ammunition import denial list, a small but welcome move away from outdated federal restrictions that have limited choices for American gun owners.
FN Introduces ARKA, a New 5.56 Rifle Built With SCAR DNA and AR Controls
FN Herstal has introduced the FN ARKA, a new 5.56 NATO rifle that combines familiar AR-15-style controls with the short-stroke piston reliability of the FN SCAR.
CCI Blazer Brass 9mm 115gr FMJ 1,000 Rounds – $241.77 w/ Code
Ammunition Depot has CCI Blazer Brass 9mm 115gr FMJ marked down, and AmmoLand readers can use code ALand5 to get a 1,000-round case for just $241.77.
Beretta 92G Elite Combat LTT Langdon Tactical 9mm – $999.99 w/ Free Shipping
Palmetto State Armory has the Beretta 92G Elite Combat LTT Langdon Tactical 9mm pistol marked down to $999.99 with free shipping.
Springfield 1911 Defender Mil-Spec .45 ACP Package – $599.99
The Springfield Armory 1911 Defender Mil-Spec .45 ACP package is now available for $599.99, down from $799.99.
Winchester USA .45 ACP 230 Gr FMJ 500-Round Case — $242.24 With Code
Winchester USA White Box .45 ACP 230gr FMJ is a dependable range load for 1911s and other .45 ACP pistols. This 500-round case drops to $242.24 with code ALand5, putting it around 48 cents per round.
Vortex SPARC AR 2 MOA Red Dot + 10 Magpul PMAGs – $139.99
Palmetto State Armory just dropped this Vortex SPARC AR + 10 PMAG bundle to $139.99, saving you $53.00 off the combined price.
KelTec KSG 12 Gauge Bullpup Shotgun – $599.99
The KelTec KSG 12 Gauge Bullpup Pump-Action Shotgun is on sale at Palmetto State Armory for $599.99, saving buyers $300 off the regular price.
Winchester Military Grade 12 Gauge 00 Buckshot 250 Rounds – $174.89 w/ Code
Ammunition Depot has Winchester Military Grade 12 Gauge 2.75” 9-Pellet 00 Buckshot marked down to $174.89 for a 250-round case with code ALand5.
Smith & Wesson M&P FPC 9mm Rifle – $499.99
PSA has the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC 9mm Semi-Auto Rifle listed at $499.99 as a Daily Deal. The optics-ready folding carbine includes three magazines, a threaded barrel, M-LOK handguard, and compatibility with M&P pistol mags.
Ruger Mark IV 22/45 .22LR 4.4″ 10rd Pistol – $329.99
PSA has the Ruger Mark IV 22/45 .22 LR pistol on sale for $329.99, a $120 discount on a proven threaded-barrel rimfire handgun.
Ruger ReadyDot Brings Battery-Free Micro Reflex Sight to the LCP MAX
Ruger’s new ReadyDot Micro Reflex Sight System gives LCP MAX owners a battery-free aiming option built for simple, fast, real-world concealed carry use.
PSA AR-V 8” 9mm SBA3 Pistol: $699.99 — Save $120 Today
PSA has its AR-V 8” 9mm SBA3 Pistol marked down to $699.99, saving buyers $120 on a compact AR-style 9mm pistol that runs PSA AK-V U9 and CZ Scorpion-pattern magazines.
PSA Dagger SW1 RMR Slide Assembly w/ Copper Threaded Barrel — $199.99
Palmetto State Armory has the PSA Dagger Complete SW1 RMR Slide Assembly with FDE finish, Ameriglo co-witness sights, and copper threaded barrel on sale for $199.99.
Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus Optics Ready 9mm – $369.99
The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus Optics Ready 9mm is on sale for $369.99 at Palmetto State Armory. This micro-compact carry pistol includes 10-, 13-, and 15-round magazines, giving buyers a strong concealed carry setup right out of the box.
NRA, FPC, SAF Sue Maryland Over Glock-Style Handgun Ban
NRA, FPC, and SAF have filed a federal lawsuit challenging Maryland’s new Glock-style handgun ban, arguing SB 334 targets common semiautomatic pistols protected by the Second Amendment.
Springfield Adds Aimpoint COA Red Dots to 1911, TRP, Operator & Prodigy Pistols
Springfield Armory is adding the Aimpoint COA closed-emitter red dot to its 1911 DS Prodigy, TRP, and Operator pistols with factory A-CUT mounting.
Limited-Run Deal: H&R M14 7.62 NATO Rifle With USGI Parts & Walnut Stock — $2,199
The H&R M14 7.62 NATO Rifle is a limited-run PSA offering built with USGI surplus parts, modern U.S.-made components, a 22-inch chrome-lined barrel, and a walnut stock. At $2,199.00, this one is aimed at collectors, M14 fans, and shooters who still appreciate a full-power wood-and-steel rifle.
Kel-Tec SUB2000 Gen 3 5.7×28 Rifle – $349.99, Save 30%
The KelTec Sub2000 Gen 3 in 5.7x28mm is a lightweight, folding carbine with low recoil, flat-shooting performance, 20-round magazines, and an optics-friendly Gen 3 design. Now on sale for $349.99, it is a strong buy for anyone looking for a compact truck gun, camp rifle, range toy, or defensive carbine.
Huxwrx Flow 556K Suppressor (BLEM) – $979 (13% Off)
Bereli has Huxwrx FLow 556k suppressors w/ QD flash hider (blem) marked down to $979- that is 13% off! You save $146.
Virginia Gun Ban Faces NSSF-Backed Lawsuit and Emergency Injunction Request
An NSSF-backed lawsuit, Black v. Hook, is challenging Virginia’s SB749 ban on so-called “assault firearms” and magazines over 15 rounds. Plaintiffs are also seeking an emergency injunction before the law takes effect July 1.