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 •

Aero Precision Leaves Private Equity, Begins Manufacturing Comeback

Aero Precision, Ballistic Advantage, Stag Arms, and VG6 are leaving private-equity ownership. Their new owners say manufacturing is ramping up, supply chains are being restored, and backorders will be addressed.

By AmmoLand Editor Duncan Johnson •

Rost Martin's RM1X Series Brings Threaded Barrel & Comp Options

Rost Martin is expanding its RM1 lineup with the RM1X series, a trio of pistols built around a compact slide paired with a full-size grip. According to the press release, this configuration comes directly from customer feedback, aimed at giving shooters both capacity and concealability in one pac...

By Eric B •

Chicago Targets Gun Vendors While Its Homicide Rate Rises

Chicago is preparing new purchasing requirements for firearm and ammunition vendors, but the order does not address the repeat offenders and concentrated violence driving the city’s bloodshed.

By Bill Cawthon •

Crye Precision G3.5 Range Shorts Are Finally Here!

No need to cut your CP Combat Pants off anymore. The G3.5 RANGE SHORT announced at SHOT Show is fanboy available for order. This lightweight, stretch nylon short was developed for hot-weather training, R&R, and working on your summer tan. Available in SHORT—5″, REGULAR—7″, and...

By Eric G •

TFB Weekly Web Deals 202: Deals for August 31st, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals  202, brought to you by Strike Industries , manufacturer of innovative, high-performance firearm accessories. We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Strike Industries, ...

By Luke C. •

What Late-Summer Smallmouths Teach a Trout Angler

When summer flows drop and warm, trout retreat into scattered cool-water pockets and need a rest. The smart move is to pivot to smallmouth bass, which thrive in the warmer, higher-flow rivers where trout struggle. But wading a skinny river for bronze is not simply trout fishing with a different t...

By Alta ML •
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