Front Line Friday #9: Range Qualification Realities
Passing the qual and being ready to shoot are not the same thing. Most agencies have built their training calendar around one and called it the other.
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Bank Fishing Blueprint #001: Finding Hidden Ponds
Welcome to our recurring series of Bank Fishing Blueprint. Here, we will share experiences and lessons learned from years of fishing ponds, canals, and small lakes from the bank. My name is Keith Lusher, and like many anglers, I grew up fishing wherever I could find water. Whether it was a small ...
Metcalf’s Shotgun Returned After Ninth Circuit Tossed Billings Gun-Free School Zone Case
Authorities have returned Gabriel Metcalf’s shotgun and ammunition after the Ninth Circuit ordered dismissal of his Billings, Montana Gun-Free School Zones Act case.
Federal America 250th Limited-Edition Ammo Now Shipping
Federal Ammunition out of Anoka, Minnesota has started shipping their America 250th limited-edition target loads, and the timing makes sense. With the country’s 250th birthday hitting on July 4th of this year, Federal is marking the milestone with five collectible loads across their America...
New Jersey State Police Sued Over Denied Records Requests on Retired Cop Carry Permits
John Petrolino has filed suit against the New Jersey State Police after officials denied his requests for anonymized data on retired law enforcement carry permit applications, denials, and appeals.
Illinois Democrats Push Bill to Serialize Ammunition and Create State Registry
Illinois Democrats are pushing HB 4414, a bill that would require handgun ammunition to be serialized and registered with the state police.
How SBRs and SBSs Got Trapped in the NFA’s 1934 Gun Control Scheme
Short-barreled rifles and shotguns did not end up in the NFA by accident alone. Here’s how a sweeping 1934 gun control push trapped SBRs and SBSs in federal law.
Best M193 Ammo
Discover the best M193 ammo for your AR-15 in 2025. We compare top brands including Federal XM193, PMC X-TAC, Hornady Frontier, Winchester, and Magtech for range, stockpiling, and home defense use.
How to Get an FFL: A Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Federal Firearms License
Learn how to get an FFL license with this complete step-by-step guide. Covers FFL types, eligibility requirements, ATF Form 7, fees, background checks, and the ATF interview process.
ATF Announces New Era of Reform: What FFLs Need to Know in 2026
The ATF's New Era of Reform ended the Zero Tolerance Policy, established proportionate inspection standards, and introduced major changes for FFLs in 2026. Learn what changed and how to stay compliant.