Modern Take on the Self-Defense 1911 Pistol

Editor’s Note: In today’s article, Ramon Ramirez takes a look at the Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary 4.25″ AOS pistol chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge as a modern self-defense handgun. The firearm was provided to the author by the company for this article. I didn�...

By Ramon Ramirez •

Where FFL Dealers Win Customers in 2026: Search, Text, Tech

Bing query data for FFL Search shows gun buyers searching in volume and clicking in fractions. Here is how FFL dealers capture that demand: sharper promises in search, compliant text follow-up, and a faster transfer experience.

By Fred Thompson •

FFL News: Missouri v. ATF, AR-15 Cases and Shutdown Risk

Missouri sues ATF, Delaware upholds 18-to-20 restrictions, SCOTUS sets a December date for AR-15 ban cases, and the September 30 funding deadline threatens NICS and eForms throughput. What FFL dealers should do this week.

By Fred Thompson •

NEW Outrider 2-12x42 Scope From Arken Optics

Arken Optics has added a new scope to its lineup. The Outrider 2-12x42  is a second focal plane hunting scope with capped turrets and a clean reticle. Keep reading for all the details.

By Daniel Y •

Wheelgun Wednesday: Chiappa Rhino Stormhunter Edition Review

Welcome back to TFB’s Wheelgun Wednesday. In this edition, we are going to be taking a closer look at the Chiappa Rhino Stormhunter edition. The Stormhunter is a special color edition of the classic 6” Chiappa Rhino chambered in 357 Magnum. Over my time with the Stormhunter edition of...

By Matt E •

Smith & Wesson Model 1854 America 250: Heritage Double Duty

Smith & Wesson marked the nation's 250th anniversary with a rifle that carries two origin stories on a single receiver. The Model 1854 America 250 Limited Edition lever gun honors both 1776 and 1854, the year Horace Smith and Daniel Wesson patented their first lever action, a lineage the...

By Eric B •
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