New Survey Puts Defensive Gun Use at 2.2 Million Times a Year

A new National Firearms Survey estimates Americans use guns defensively roughly 2.2 million times per year—and in more than three-quarters of those incidents, no shots are fired. The post New Survey Puts Defensive Gun Use at 2.2 Million Times a Year appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By TTAG News Contributor •

40 Million AR-15s and a More Diverse Gun-Owning America

A new national survey estimates Americans own roughly 40 million AR-15s and similar rifles while women and minorities account for a growing share of American gun owners. The post 40 Million AR-15s and a More Diverse Gun-Owning America appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

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This Week in FFL: Aero Brands Return, August NICS Up 2.2%

Aero Precision, Ballistic Advantage, Stag Arms and VG6 return under new ownership; August NSSF-adjusted NICS checks edge up 2.2%; and NSSF, ATF and DOJ push straw-purchase education in Florida — this week's top stories for FFL dealers.

By Fred Thompson •

Latest 1-Million-Plus Gun Sales Streak Continues Through August, Hits 13 Months

Americans pushed estimated firearm sales above 1 million for the 13th consecutive month in August, while NFA background checks jumped more than 200% compared to last year. The post Latest 1-Million-Plus Gun Sales Streak Continues Through August, Hits 13 Months appeared first on The Truth About Guns.

By Mark Chesnut •
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