How the 1911 Evolved Into the 2011, and Took Over the Handgun Market

John Browning’s 1911 served the U.S. military for 75 years and became one of America’s most respected handguns. More than a century later, its trigger, ergonomics, and proven operating system live on in the modern double-stack 2011. Here is how a military sidearm evolved into one of today’s...

By Ryan Hodges

Retay Wants To Give You A Shotgun, Ammo And A Hunting Dog

This has to be one of the more unusual giveaways that I’ve seen over my career covering the outdoors world. Retay is running a Dog Days Of Summer giveaway that has a lot of very useful loot for the lucky winner—a shotgun, a supply of ammo, and a hunting dog. Yeah, you read that right. [&#...

By Zac K.

How My EDC Evolved as a Parent

Before I had kids, my every day carry (EDC) setup was rather minimal. My pockets held my daily-use tools (such as a knife, flashlight, wallet and phone), while my waistband held my pistol. If something didn’t see frequent use, it didn’t make the cut. At that point, my EDC was built entirely a...

By Ryan Domke

How FFLs Win Sales From Online Gun Marketplaces

Local gun shops are seeing record sales through online marketplaces. A practical playbook for independent FFLs: list where buyers shop, sync inventory in real time, and turn every transfer into a repeat customer.

By Gary Stone

Microtech Knives – Akris Fixed Blade

At last week’s GOALS event in Des Moines I hit my first look at the Akris fixed blade knife from Microtech Knives. Specs: Overall Length: 8.19″ Blade Length: 3.7″ Cutting Edge: 3.33″ Handle Length: 4.5″ Weight: Approx. 6.2 oz Blade Steel: M390MK Handle Material: G-10...

By Eric G

Lock Up Your Guns: The Sentencing of Colin Gray

While we were rightfully lauding the actions of Jordan Salinas and an as yet unnamed officer in Twin Falls, Idaho, another story may have escaped our sight. This story, the sentencing of Colin Gray, should not go unnoticed by the 2A community. Even as we praise the heroics that limited casualties...

By Keith Finch
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