Federal Judge Strikes Down New York Body Armor Purchase Ban

A federal judge in Buffalo ruled that New York's restrictions on purchasing and selling body armor violate the Second Amendment, holding that protective armor qualifies as an arm and that the state failed to identify a sufficiently analogous historical tradition. The court granted a permanent inj...

By Brandon Curtis •

Beretta 1301 and A300 Owners - Rejoice: Reptilia's New BPS Stock

Owners of the Beretta 1301 and A300, rejoice. Reptilia has built a stock for your scattergun. The BPS, short for Beretta Precision Stock, is a drop-in replacement for both shotguns, made from polymer, aluminium and steel, with adjustable comb height and a length of pull that starts noticeably sho...

By Eric B •

Capt. Dale Dye: Making “Band of Brothers”

Surely a highlight of a long, frenetic, and eclectic career in an out of uniform was the work I did on HBO’s “Band of Brothers.” That epic miniseries is passing a milestone 25th Anniversary this year, causing me to review how we managed to capture lightning in a bottle and turn it into the ...

By Capt. Dale Dye, USMC (Ret) •

New Research Finds Armed Citizens Stop 37% of Active Shooter Attacks

New Crime Prevention Research Center findings show armed citizens stopped 37% of identified active shooter attacks between 2014 and 2025, dramatically exceeding the rate reflected in FBI reports. The research raises questions about federal reporting and the role of lawful carry in stopping violen...

By Duncan Johnson Editor in Chief •

The Defensive 10/22 – Grandma’s Favorite

What if you had to defend your home with a Ruger 10/22? A rimfire rifle isn’t optimal. An AR, a PCC, a shotgun, and basically any handgun would be a better choice for most people. But what if you had to? What if you didn’t have the upper-body strength for a proper centerfire rifle or […...

By Travis Pike •
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