Initially, two questions popped into my mind when I saw and heard the terms “SCCY” and “DVG.” I had heard of SCCY, but my first question was “What is the meaning and history behind the SCCY name?” The second was ...

Is there a danger of catching fire after someone is tased after being pepper sprayed? It’s an odd question, but it came up while covering a recent news article. Turns out, there are a couple of instances in which this ...

There haven’t been any secrets that I don’t particularly like #4 buckshot as a defensive shotgun load. It is kind of like the .380 of the shotgun world. It will probably work, but if for some reason things go particularly ...

If you are looking for a comfortable light-bearing holster that you can wear all day, then you might want to take a look at PHLSTER’s new Floodlight2. I’ve had a pre-production model since last November, so I’ve had some time ...

There’s a slow but steady increase in support for 5.7x28mm, the niche PDW cartridge that’s now a niche handgun cartridge. Industry support hasn’t matched the buzz, and in a lot of ways still doesn’t.  However…that’s starting to change. Is it ...

Everyone loves a lever-action. At least, they should. In recent years, a lot has been made of the prospect of a “tactical” lever action rifle. I always thought it a little silly, as the lever action style of rifle has ...

Rock Island Armory is known for a wide variety of firearms products — most of my friends know them for quality, entry-level 1911s. They’ve now added a new, more premium option for their firearm lineup — the RIA 5.0. And ...

I have written about Tom Givens before, having been in two of his instructor classes. The thing about Tom is that he has done an excellent job contextualizing the defensive use of the firearm for the private citizen. Plenty of ...

Palmetto State Armory’s at it again. The same company that brought us the Rock and Dagger is taking a leap into yesteryear with a replica of the German-made STG-44. It’s part of what’s being called the Battlefield line, which is ...

NEWINGTON, N.H., (January 12, 2023) – Introducing ROSE by SIG SAUER™. Developed by SIG SAUER in collaboration with Team SIG Professional Shooter and 8-time World Champion Lena Miculek, the all-new ROSE brand by SIG SAUER was created to help encourage ...

If you are looking for ideas on what to get your shotgun for Christmas, as the resident shotgun guy, I have some ideas for you. There is sure to be something on this list for every shotgun out there. Guaranteed. ...

I just looked on two popular websites that offer red dot sights for handguns. I was surprised to see the width, depth, and extent of the various product lines and options offered for these handgun sights. There are many related ...