Virginia Gun Ban Backfires: 1,000+ Rifles Sold at XCAL Before July 1 Deadline
Virginia’s new gun ban was supposed to limit so-called “assault weapons.” Instead, it helped drive massive crowds to XCAL, where more than 1,000 rifles were sold.
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Buck 110 Folding Hunter LT Review: Classic 110 Feel, Half the Weight
The Buck 110 Folding Hunter LT brings back that same useful hunting-knife feel in a lighter, slimmer package.
Aviation Icon and American Hero: Chuck Yeager
Born into poverty in the woods of West Virginia, Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager was a World War II aircraft mechanic, fighter pilot, double ace, military commander, and a test pilot who broke the sound barrier. His journey from Army private to USAF Brigadier General is an inspiration to all. Yeage...
SAF, FPC File Opening Brief In Battle Over Young Adult Handgun Purchase Restriction
The Second Amendment Foundation and Firearms Policy Coalition are asking the Fifth Circuit to expand relief in Reese v. ATF, arguing that the Trump administration is improperly trying to preserve enforcement of the federal firearm purchase ban against many adults under 21. The post SAF, FPC File ...
POTD: Needham Conversion Bridesburg Musket – 1of 5,020 Converted
Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have a Needham conversion of a Bridesburg rifle-musket with an 1863-dated lock, one of approximately 5,020 Civil War muzzleloaders converted to breechloading centerfire using the Needham side-opening system. After the war the Army was sitting on an...
Second Amendment Foundation Fights to Extend Under-21 Handgun Ban Victory Nationwide
NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Second Amendment Foundation and two partner organizations have asked the Fifth Circuit to expand a court victory that struck down the federal ban on handgun sales to adults under 21, arguing the relief they won is being withheld from most of their members. In an opening br...
Feds Lost Young Adult Handgun Ban Case – Now Gun Groups Want the Full Win
Gun-rights groups already won the constitutional fight over the federal handgun ban for young adults. Now they want the Fifth Circuit to stop the government from limiting that victory to only a fraction of their members.
TFB Weekly Web Deals 192: Deals for June 22nd, 2026
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 192! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like 5.11 Tactical, Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking fo...
Alaska Woman Uses Glock 43 to Stop Black Bear Attack, Save Mauled Dog
An Alaska woman credits regular firearms practice with helping her stop a close-range black bear attack after the animal severely mauled her dog near Skilak Lake.
Front Line Friday #20: In-Car First Aid and Trauma Kit Configuration
What belongs in a patrol vehicle trauma kit beyond the issued IFAK, how to organize it for access under stress, and the consumable rotation discipline that keeps it functional when it matters.