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- TFB Review: Magpul TMAG 30 Magazines - Translucent Olive Drab Hueby Eric B on February 12, 2025 at 1:00 am
This is a review of the new Magpul TMAG 30 AR/M4 GEN M3 magazines, which has a translucent olive drab hue according to the manufacturer. Like other translucent mags, these mags allow users to […]
- POTD: Israeli Defense Forces - The Shaldag Unitby Eric B on February 12, 2025 at 12:30 am
Pixel Perfection in our Photo Of The Day , where we take a look at The Shaldag Unit, one of Israel Defense Forces (IDF) most elite special forces units, renowned for its covert operations and […]
- Dead Air's Asylum Program: A Five-Year Journeyby Sam.S on February 12, 2025 at 12:00 am
Around five years ago, I wrote one of my first TFB articles announcing Dead Air's Asylum program - a unique loyalty system in an industry where customer rewards remain uncommon. The suppressor […]
- XINSURANCE: Protecting Gun Owners and Firearms Businessesby Tom R on February 11, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Before XINSURANCE invited me to attend firearms training with some of their staff at Where Our Families Train (WOFT) , I knew almost nothing about them. I figured they were just another insurance […]
- NEW Vortex Optics Crossfire Green Dot & Tan Crossfire Red Dotby Adam Scepaniak on February 11, 2025 at 6:00 pm
NEW Vortex Optics Crossfire Green Dot & Tan Crossfire Red Dot
- Glock & 1911 Dropped from a 20 Story Tower: Which One Survived?by James Reeves on February 11, 2025 at 4:00 pm
In the explosive conclusion to our 1911 vs. Glock torture test series, @JamesReeves and Martin of @austriaarms2501 take durability testing to new heights—literally. After throwing both […]
- ZeroTech Announces Variable Power Prism Scopeby Daniel Y on February 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm
ZeroTech Optics has announced the first variable magnification prism scope. Other manufacturers have produced prism scopes that could switch between 1x and 4x (like the Elcan Spectre), but a true […]
- Balanced Recoil Concept - Overhyped or a Gamechanger? by Lynndon Schooler on February 11, 2025 at 1:00 am
Over the years, numerous efforts have been made to improve the controllability and accuracy of firearms, notably automatic weapons. One such approach is the Balanced Action, which predates World War […]
- POTD: Finnish Guard Jaeger Regiment With Rk95 And Rk62M2by Eric B on February 11, 2025 at 12:30 am
If you think it’s cold outside, just think about Winter Warfare and the Guard Jaeger Regiment in action in this Photo Of The Day . They’re shooting their Rk95s and Rk62M2s, and they seem to be […]
- Inside WOFT: Where Real-World Training Meets Tactical Innovationby Tom R on February 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm
If you’re looking for a training facility that’s equal parts practical and tactical, WOFT ( Where Our Families Train ) is your spot. Imagine walking into a place where every station offers a new […]
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- Terrorists in Uniformby Greg Ellifritz on February 11, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Yesterday’s Shawn Ryan Intelligence brief discussed the threat of terrorists and criminals wearing uniforms to better facilitate their attacks. I’ve written about this issue for more than a […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- February 7, 2025by Greg Ellifritz on February 7, 2025 at 11:01 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Situational Awareness: A Critical Life Skill You Didn’t Know You Needed If you are […]
- Free Books- Part 312by Greg Ellifritz on February 5, 2025 at 7:26 pm
Amazon has a tremendous number of FREE ebooks on their website. You can find thousands of free kindle books on Amazon’s site every day. These books can be downloaded to a Kindle reader or a […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- January 31, 2025by Greg Ellifritz on January 31, 2025 at 11:19 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Ayoob Files: Warning Shots We haven’t talked about warning shots for a while. Read […]
- Appearance on “That Weems Guy” Podcastby Greg Ellifritz on January 28, 2025 at 3:07 pm
Lee hosted me on his podcast on Sunday night and posted the episode yesterday. We talk about the Jacksonville deputy who shot the concealed carrier, and how both cops and armed citizens should […]
- SHOT SHOW 2025by Greg Ellifritz on January 27, 2025 at 5:26 pm
If you have been vacationing off the planet, you may not realize that the world’s largest trade show for shooting enthusiasts was held in Las Vegas last week. The Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- January 24, 2025by Greg Ellifritz on January 24, 2025 at 11:25 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Shoot While Moving vs. Move Then Shoot The longer I stay in this game, the more I’m in […]
- Airport Arming Proceduresby Greg Ellifritz on January 23, 2025 at 7:26 pm
Story time. It was early spring in 2003. I was flying to California to attend a police training conference (ASLET for you old timers). It was only the second flight I had taken after the 9/11 […]
- The Definitive Guide To Flying With Gunsby Greg Ellifritz on January 22, 2025 at 11:00 am
Written by: Greg Ellifritz I travel by air quite a bit. Last year I took 49 flights with guns. In the four years since my police retirement, I’ve flown with firearms over 250 times. Even […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- January 17, 2025by Greg Ellifritz on January 17, 2025 at 11:25 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Evacuation Considerations for American Gun Owner The west coast fires are forcing lots […]
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- “David” Fitness Protocolby michael seeklander on August 31, 2024 at 9:24 pm
(Practical (Shooting) Fitness Programming) By: Mike Seeklander Key Concepts First, let me start by saying that I am not a current, certified fitness trainer or coach. I have been in the past, but do […]
- Carry Optics – Time to Find the Dot! by michael seeklander on June 22, 2024 at 9:43 pm
Set up and training with your first carry optic handgun. A repost from the Tactical Journal. So you have decided to put an optic on that pistol and try the new carry optics divisions in IDPA and […]
- The FUNDAMENTAL Program Drillsby michael seeklander on December 2, 2021 at 9:20 pm
I get this question all the time: “Mike, I am a defensive shooter and will be practicing on an indoor range, what drills should I do in this circumstance” and I always answer that a drill is […]
- Each Day, Try to Build One Perfect Chunkby michael seeklander on February 9, 2021 at 1:38 pm
Tip #16: Each Day, Try to Build One Perfect Chunk The post Each Day, Try to Build One Perfect Chunk appeared first on Shooting-Performance.com.
- Seven Week Concealed Carry Programby michael seeklander on January 14, 2021 at 6:19 pm
This program is a simple yet highly efficient program that will help you improve your handgun shooting skills a bunch if you put the effort in. That said, one thing that you need to understand is […]
Precision Rifle Blog
- Best Rifle Powder – What The Pros Useby Cal on February 7, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Want to know what 88% of the best precision rifle competitors trust for their match ammo? We analyzed the rifle powder the top 200 PRS shooters are loading in their match ammo, and the results were […]
- Best Scope Magnification for Long Range Shooting – What The Pros Useby Cal on February 2, 2025 at 6:56 pm
Many people assume you need extreme magnification to hit targets at 1,000+ yards—but what if that’s not what the pros are actually using? I surveyed 200 of the best long range shooters in the […]
- Best Rifle Scope For Long Range Precision Shooting – What The Pros Useby Cal on January 21, 2025 at 12:00 am
What scope do the top PRS shooters swear by? Which brand surged to the top, and what key features set the pros apart? Why are some champions opting for minimalist reticles? Whether you’re upgrading […]
- Unlock the Secrets of Ammo: A Must-Read for Every Shooter and Reloaderby Cal on December 26, 2024 at 10:45 pm
Looking to take your ammo knowledge to the next level? Ammunition, Demystified by Jeff Siewert is a must-read! Written by a ballistic engineer with 40 years of experience, this book pulls back the […]
- Francis Colon Wins $20,000 at 2024 AG Cup!by Cal on December 16, 2024 at 2:24 am
The 2024 AG Cup crowned its champion, and Francis Colon walked away with the $20,000 grand prize after an intense 3-day showdown against the best shooters in the world. With a total of $75,000 in […]
- Best Long Range Bullet – What The Pros Useby Cal on December 14, 2024 at 3:39 am
What does it take to win at long-range precision rifle matches? It turns out over 80% of the 200 top-ranked shooters rely on just 9 bullets! Could your ammo choice be holding you back? Discover which […]
- New Release: Applied Ballistics Quantum Appby Cal on December 3, 2024 at 2:05 pm
Applied Ballistics releases its new Quantum Mobile App, which features an upgraded interface and a ton of compelling features. This app isn’t just an update; it’s a complete re-engineering, […]
- Best Brass – What The Pros Useby Cal on November 29, 2024 at 6:11 pm
From groundbreaking innovations to surprising consolidations, rifle brass has undergone a seismic shift in recent years. This article reveals the secrets behind the top brass choices of elite PRS […]
- How Do The Best Shooters Reload? What The Pros Useby Cal on November 10, 2024 at 8:55 pm
These elite PRS shooters have cracked the code on loading ammo with unmatched accuracy, but their secrets might surprise you. Discover the reloading steps the top 200 Precision Rifle Series pros […]
- 2024 PRS Season Results + New Champ: Ben Gossett!by Cal on November 5, 2024 at 10:51 pm
In a PRS Pro Series finale packed with top shooters and tough conditions, Ben Gossett pulled off an impressive comeback to take the championship. Despite facing rain, hail, and powerful winds, he […]
Ruger Firearms
- Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. To Report Fourth Quarter And Year-End 2024 Financial Results On Wednesday, February 19on February 5, 2025 at 9:05 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) will announce its financial results for the fourth quarter and year-end 2024 and file its Annual Report on Form 10-K on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 after […]
- Team Ruger Captures First Divisional Wins with the New RXM Pistolon January 30, 2025 at 10:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to announce that Team Ruger started the 2025 season claiming several divisional wins using the newly introduced Ruger® RXM™ pistol. Team […]
- Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. Announces Appointment of Todd W. Seyfert as its Next President and Chief Executive Officeron January 17, 2025 at 9:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Todd W. Seyfert as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1, 2025. Mr. Seyfert brings […]
- Ruger Releases Ultra Lightweight 10/22 with Carbon Fiber Barrel Sleeveon December 19, 2024 at 11:01 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce the release of a new lightweight 10/22® rifle. Chambered in .22 LR and manufactured in Ruger's Newport, New Hampshire facility, this […]
- Ruger Announces the Latest Edition of the Ruger Precision Rifleon December 19, 2024 at 11:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to introduce the latest edition of the Ruger Precision® Rifle. The Ruger Precision Rifle, often referred to as the “RPR,” has been a […]
- Ruger and Magpul Announce 9mm Pistol Collaborationon December 11, 2024 at 8:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) and Magpul Industries are proud to introduce the RXM™ 9mm pistol. In the competitive 9mm polymer-frame striker-fired pistol market, the RXM sets itself […]
- Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite Pistolson December 4, 2024 at 10:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to announce the release of two new Ruger® Mark IV™ 22/45™ Lite rimfire pistols. Combining reliability and accuracy with an attractive and […]
- Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Diluted Earnings of 28¢ Per Share and Declares Quarterly Dividend of 11¢ Per Shareon October 30, 2024 at 9:05 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) announced today that for the third quarter of 2024, net sales were $122.3 million and diluted earnings were 28¢ per share. For the corresponding period […]
- Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. To Report Third Quarter Results And File Quarterly Report On Form 10-Q On Wednesday, October 30on October 29, 2024 at 9:05 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) will file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q on October 30, 2024, after the close of the stock market. On Thursday, October 31, 2024, Sturm, Ruger will […]
- Ruger SR1911 "Street Edition" Serieson October 25, 2024 at 10:00 am
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is excited to introduce the SR1911 "Street Edition" series. This series of five engraved models of the SR1911® pistol celebrates Ruger’s rich […]
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- Down for the Countby David Codrea on June 9, 2022 at 6:05 pm
What are people still doing coming here? And no, I don't see the majority coming from links at the new site.Go HERE.
- Success of Sortsby David Codrea on May 6, 2022 at 4:39 pm
It's not pretty. It's not sophisticated. There's plenty of room for improvement and helpful features.But by God, after several days of inventing new cuss words and letting my inner ADD make me no fun […]
- 'I Find Myself to be Exorbitantly Superannuated for This Feculence'by David Codrea on May 5, 2022 at 4:05 pm
Trying to set up the new site has been an exercise in pure frustration. It sure adds a whole new dimension to "A man's gotta know his limitations."Nothing about it is intuitive. You'd think if you […]
- Blog Update Sitrepby David Codrea on May 3, 2022 at 3:38 pm
I'm workin' on it. I should be able to do a test post at the new place by the end of the week.It's been nice having less hectic days at the keyboard, especially with Spring yard work demands, but I […]
- ‘Be a Victim’ is No Way to Run the Republicby David Codrea on May 2, 2022 at 9:40 pm
No doubt, there are reasons why citizens should think twice about confronting those committing criminal acts, but prominent among those is that the same “law” that fails to “secure the […]
- Silence from Black Leaders on Biden ATF Nomination is Deafeningby David Codrea on April 30, 2022 at 3:23 pm
You’d think with all their talk about “equity,” more angrily outspoken members of the Congressional Black Caucus, representatives like Maxine Waters and Sheila Jackson Lee, would be demanding […]
- Armed American Radio Reduxby David Codrea on April 30, 2022 at 3:04 pm
David Codrea explores Ukraine disarming citizens for weapons storage? WAT? [Listen]Thursday's Hour 2 program, where we discussed the (thus far unreported by anyone else) Ukraine gun storage order...
- Donald Trump Jr’s 2A Task Force Needs Closer Scrutiny by Gun Ownersby David Codrea on April 29, 2022 at 2:01 pm
Fleshing out the details of the “group,” its organization and specific efforts it intends to make is important because getting visitors to register and donate seems to be the purpose of the 2A […]
- I'll Be On Hour 2by David Codrea on April 28, 2022 at 7:57 pm
TODAY on #AAR Hour 1, 4-5p ET (1-2p PT) @HT_GunWriter Lee Williams, Hour 2, 5-6p ET, (2-3p PT) @dcodrea. Good hard-hitting talk radio! Make sure to tune in or watch live at […]
- EXCLUSIVE: Ukrainian Territorial Defense Ordered to Turn in Arms 'for Storage' Purposesby David Codrea on April 26, 2022 at 4:39 pm
The disarming of citizen soldier volunteers (especially when a war is still in full swing) is a good indicator that if and when the situation in Ukraine “normalizes,” the plan is to return to […]
David Yamane / Gun Culture 2.0
- Complicating Risk and Rationality in The Standard Model of Explaining the Irrationality of Defensive Gun Ownershipby David Yamane on February 7, 2025 at 3:53 pm
I will be complicating risk and rationality in The Standard Model of Explaining the Irrationality of Defensive Gun Ownership at the UConn ARMS Center’s “On Target” lunch and learn webinar next […]
- Counting Up AR15 Rifles and Their Ownersby David Yamane on February 5, 2025 at 4:15 pm
I’ve been having some fun with numbers these past couple of weeks on my Light Over Heat YouTube channel, trying to figure out how many American adults own how many AR15-style rifles. Of course, no […]
- Force and Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence by Kellie Carter Jacksonby David Yamane on February 2, 2025 at 6:13 pm
For the first Light Over Heat Virtual Book Club session of 2025, we are reading We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance by Kellie Carter Jackson. Learn more and register for the Zoom […]
- 2024 Top Ten Most Viewed Videos on Light Over Heat YouTube Channelby David Yamane on January 24, 2025 at 1:27 pm
2024 was my third full year of posting videos to my YouTube channel, “Light Oer Heat with Professor David Yamane.” I still don’t feel as comfortable on camera as I do behind a keyboard, but I […]
- Does Fear of Harm Drive Our Current Cultural Divisions?by David Yamane on January 22, 2025 at 1:30 pm
In a recent New Yorker article, Elizabeth Kolbert raises the question, does the ability to perceive harm, which helped our ancestors survive, now underlie our current moral/ethical/cultural […]
- Allow Me to Reintroduce “Light Over Heat with Professor David Yamane”by David Yamane on January 21, 2025 at 8:04 pm
It is a bit ironic to post about the YouTube channel I started because my blog readership fell off on the said blog, but as new readers come on board here, I thought I would reintroduce that YouTube […]
- Risk Analysis: Is Moderate Drinking Okay? Is Gun Ownership Okay?by David Yamane on January 21, 2025 at 1:10 pm
As someone who drinks regularly, though not excessively, I was immediately drawn to Derek Thompson’s recent article in The Atlantic, “Is Moderate Drinking Okay?” (gift link here). Beyond my […]
- This American Juxtaposition is Cause for Reflectionby David Yamane on January 20, 2025 at 4:30 pm
As a politically liberal Asian American gun owner who also studies American gun culture, today’s juxtaposition of the commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the inauguration of Donald Trump […]
- 2024 Top 10 Most Viewed Posts on Gun Culture 2.0by David Yamane on January 20, 2025 at 1:19 pm
2024 was my 13th year blogging at Gun Culture 2.0 (est. 2012). Although I spent much of the year promoting the publication of my book, Gun Curious, I once again made over 100 posts. This effort […]
- Emptying My Notebooks: Setting the Record Straight on AR-15sby David Yamane on January 19, 2025 at 1:10 pm
NOTE: I recently unpacked my hodgepodge of notebooks about gun culture to begin thinking about writing another book in 2025. Seeing John McPhee’s Tabula Rasa in a local bookstore inspired me to […]
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- Brickbat: None of Your Businessby Charles Oliver on February 12, 2025 at 9:00 am
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has called on the state legislature to seal certain eviction records. Shapiro didn't provide many details… The post Brickbat: None of Your Business appeared first on […]
- Wednesday Open Threadby Eugene Volokh on February 12, 2025 at 8:00 am
What's on your mind?
- The DOGE Bait and Switchby Jacob Sullum on February 12, 2025 at 5:01 am
The pretend department’s downgraded mission reflects the gap between Trump’s promise of "smaller government" and the reality of what can be achieved without new legislation.
- Judge Bibas: "Wisdom does not always find me, so I try to embrace it when it does—even if it comes late, as it did here"by Josh Blackman on February 12, 2025 at 12:35 am
Judge Bibas, sitting by designation in the District of Delaware, revises his prior summary judgment opinion.
- DACA, ACA, FCPAby Josh Blackman on February 12, 2025 at 12:18 am
Prosecutorial discretion comes full circle.
- The Best of Reason: How the Fair Housing Act Gave Us Emotional Support Parrotsby Christian Britschgi on February 11, 2025 at 11:00 pm
The right to a reasonable accommodation has produced some absurd results.
- The Danger of Trump Disobeying Court Orders [Updated]by Ilya Somin on February 11, 2025 at 10:19 pm
The administration may be moving in that direction. If does so and gets away with it, the consequences are likely to be dire.
- Marc Fogel, Who Was Imprisoned in Russia for Having Medical Marijuana, Is Freedby Billy Binion on February 11, 2025 at 10:16 pm
Fogel's story closely mirrored that of Brittney Griner's. But he did not receive the same urgency from the Biden administration, even though he was arrested six months prior.
- Trump: "I always abide by the courts, but then I'll have to appeal it."by Josh Blackman on February 11, 2025 at 10:16 pm
Everyone take a deep breath.
- Donald Trump Goes to War Against Universally Hated Paper Strawsby Christian Britschgi on February 11, 2025 at 9:55 pm
The White House's new executive order halts federal purchases of paper straws and calls for the creation of a national anti–paper straw strategy.
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- Andy McCarthy: "Obama, Clinton and Biden ALL used secret, fake-name email accounts to hide their actions"by noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on September 6, 2023 at 10:27 pm
From McCarthy's piece at the New York Post:. . . This is how the Obama administration rolled.When high officials were involved in a dodgy activity they wanted to shield from public disclosure laws, […]
- Joe Biden used Pseudonym Email Address while he was Vice Presidentby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on August 18, 2023 at 7:28 pm
How Biden used personal email to share some government business with son Hunter\House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer is now pressing National Archives to release unredacted emails between […]
- Something to remember in the debate over charter schools in Montanaby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on June 16, 2023 at 7:23 am
Montana is one of the last states without charter schools, but that may be about to change. Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a pair of bills into law that establish separate and distinct charter school […]
- Failed Environmental Doomsday Predictionsby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on May 30, 2023 at 7:51 pm
2020’s Failed Climate DoomsayingAl Gore Nobel Lecture Edition Erroneous Predictions50 Years of Failed Eco-pocalyptic Predictions
- Massive errors in US Census count that helped Democratsby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on December 30, 2022 at 9:10 pm
The 2020 US Census undercounted population in six states, five of which are Republican states (Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas) and one Democrat state (Illinois). The Census […]
- With all the anger over Trump's behavior on Jan 6th, 2021, here are his really reprehensible tweets that he put out that dayby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on November 20, 2022 at 6:22 am
- IRS Sent $1.3 Billion In Stimulus Checks To Locked Up Criminals, Including Murderersby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on September 1, 2022 at 1:52 pm
More than 1.1 million incarcerated criminals.~163,000 of those recipients are serving life sentences without the possibility of parole.Biden’s nearly $2 trillion stimulus bill lacked […]
- At The Federalist: Data Shows White Supremacists Are Not The Most Likely Mass Murderersby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on May 23, 2022 at 1:26 pm
I have a new op-ed at The Federalist.Democrats are lying to Americans about the most likely motivations for mass murderers and the prevalence of guns in violent crime. In his Buffalo, New York […]
- Spokesman for Russia must be getting paid a lot to say some of the things that he is claimingby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on April 9, 2022 at 1:52 am
This spokesman for Russia must be getting paid a lot to say some of the things that he is claiming. Ukraine War: Full Sky News interview with Vladimir Putin's spokesman "The hospital [that was blown […]
- Something to remember when Democrats claim racism: 13 Senate Democrats voted against Black female judge nominated by Trumpby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on January 29, 2022 at 6:16 am
With the new Supreme Court nomination coming soon, claims of racism are sure to be lodged against any Republican who votes against the black female that Biden has promised to nominate. From Fox […]
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