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- The All-New Bravo Zulu From Bushmaster Firearmsby Nic L on November 24, 2021 at 7:00 pm
One of the reasons the AR-15 has become so incredibly popular with the American public is because of the wide variety of options available within the same family of rifles. Since their […]
- TFB B-Side Podcast: Happy Thanksgiving from TFB!by Luke C. on November 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Happy Thanksgiving from everyone here at TFB and TFBTV. We’ve grown substantially over the years both in terms of reach and our talent lineup. We’re all really thankful that we’re able to live […]
- Surplus IWI Micro Tavor X95s Offered In Canadaby Eric B on November 24, 2021 at 4:00 pm
How about a surplus IWI Micro Tavor X95 in 13″? These lovely things are, or were, for sale in Canada at various dealers. Restricted of course, but they seem to have been used by Law Enforcement and […]
- TFB/TFBTV, AllOutdoor, And OutdoorHub @ 2022 Industry Day At The Rangeby Pete on November 24, 2021 at 3:00 pm
It is that time of the year when the planning for the SHOT Show 2022 and the Industry Day At The Range starts to ramp up. It’s been nearly two years since the TFB, TFBTV, AllOutdoor, and OutdoorHub […]
- NEW Strike AR Picatinny Stock Adapter From Strike Industriesby Nic L on November 24, 2021 at 2:00 pm
There are so many folding stocks and stabilizers that I would love to try. Unfortunately, all of my ARs have a pesky buffer tube. If you don’t have this problem, you might want to try a few out […]
- 1800’s Cartridge Rifle Showdown: Hands-on Firepower Analysis of Sharps, Spencer, and Henryby Rusty S. on November 24, 2021 at 1:00 am
During the latter years of the American Civil War and Indian Wars, the technological revolution in cartridge firearms played out in the battlefields of America. Single-shot metallic cartridge […]
- POTD: The Zeiss LRP, ZCO 527 and Kahles 525i Reticles – 2000 Yardsby Eric B on November 24, 2021 at 12:30 am
Photo Of The Day: Recently Zeiss Optics released a new line of long-range precision riflescopes with impressive features for use in long-range competition or hunting. Here we’re going to take a […]
- HOT GAT or FUDD CRAP? Is this Mammoth Tusk Clad 1911 a Monster or Monstrosity?by Austin R on November 24, 2021 at 12:00 am
Welcome everyone to the 120th edition of ‘Hot Gat or Fudd Crap?’, one of our many series here on TFB. If you’re new to the series, this is where we look at the most obscure firearms that are […]
- Shadow Systems Launches XR920 Crossover Pistolby Matthew Moss on November 23, 2021 at 7:00 pm
Shadow Systems have announced the launch of a new line of pistols, the XR920. Available in Elite or Combat models, the XR920 has a full-size frame and a compact slide. Both models come optic ready […]
- Fierce Firearms F-10 SIDEWINDER Modern Sporting Rifleby Hrachya H on November 23, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Expanding their MSR (Modern Sporting Rifle) line of AR-pattern rifles, Fierce Firearms has released the F-10 Sidewinder, an AR-10 style rifle, the bigger brother of their F-15 Sidewinder 5.56/223 AR. […]
Greg Ellifritz / Active Response Training
- 10 Tips for Surviving a Terrorist Vehicle Attackby Greg Ellifritz on November 22, 2021 at 12:15 pm
Written by: Greg Ellifritz Yesterday a criminal/terrorist used a vehicle to attack a Christmas parade in Wisconsin. Twenty people were struck by the car and five died. For more info, read […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- November 19, 2021by Greg Ellifritz on November 19, 2021 at 12:26 pm
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Concealed Carry: Vehicle Environment Skills I like the idea of “malignant […]
- Your Tactical Training Scenario- Pharmacy Dangersby Greg Ellifritz on November 17, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Written by Greg Ellifritz Retail pharmacies are dangerous places. While commercial robberies have decreased (likely due to Covid) in the most recent studies, we saw almost 900 pharmacy […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- November 12, 2021by Greg Ellifritz on November 12, 2021 at 12:19 pm
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Legal Insurrection Attorney Andrew Branca is doing a great job summarizing the issues […]
- Free Books- Part 239by Greg Ellifritz on November 11, 2021 at 12:51 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 […]
- Too Much Situational Awareness?by Greg Ellifritz on November 10, 2021 at 12:14 pm
Written by: Greg Ellifritz Have you ever considered that you may be practicing too much situational awareness? I was out on a date a few weeks ago. We were eating at a local restaurant. She […]
- My Favorite CCW Beltby Greg Ellifritz on November 9, 2021 at 11:40 am
Written by Greg Ellifritz If you’ve spent any real time carrying a concealed handgun, you will understand the importance of mating your holster with a high quality belt made to carry a gun. In […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump- November 5, 2021by Greg Ellifritz on November 5, 2021 at 11:08 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 6 Dead Giveaways That You’re Armed “The operative word in “concealed carry” is […]
- Shooting Drill- Rangemaster Bullseye Courseby Greg Ellifritz on November 1, 2021 at 11:00 am
Written by: Greg Ellifritz I like shooting drills that are timed and scored. Shooting drills that have standards allow shooters to track performance over time. A structured training program with […]
- Weekend Knowledge Dump – October 29, 2021by Greg Ellifritz on October 29, 2021 at 11:26 am
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 2 Concealed Carry Seat Belt Hacks Very useful information for those of you who carry […]
American Rifleman
- Rifleman Review: Marlin 1894 In .44 Mag.on November 24, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Watch this American Rifleman Television segment of "Rifleman Review" from 2020 to learn more about the Marlin 1894 lever-action rifle chambered in .44 Mag.
- Century Arms WASR-10: An Imported Romanian AKon November 24, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Made by the Romanian Cugir Arms Factory and imported by Century Arms, the WASR-10 is a semi-automatic variation of the Kalashnikov design that's popular with today's shooters.
- Marlin's Return Scheduled For The Holidayson November 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Ruger reports that new Marlin firearms should be available in time for the 2021 holiday season.
- Review: Mossberg Patriot LR Hunteron November 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm
O.F. Mossberg & Sons attempts to cut the competition by affording enthusiasts its long-range capable and feature-rich bolt-action chambered in 6.5 mm PRC.
- Preview: Bushnell Prime 1800 Laser Rangefinderon November 23, 2021 at 12:00 pm
A new laser rangefinder from Bushnell now offers its latest technologies in a 6-oz. package powered for precise readings out to 1,800 yards.
- The Armed Citizen® Nov. 22, 2021on November 22, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
- Preview: Cabot National Standardon November 22, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Cabot Guns’ lineup of investment-grade custom M1911s are as well-known for its extremely tight tolerances and superb mechanical accuracy (capable of 1.5" or smaller groups at 25 yards), as they are […]
- Preview: Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Jacketon November 22, 2021 at 12:00 pm
A new addition to Sitka’s Aerolite collection, the versatile Kelvin Aerolite Jacket is warm enough to wear as an outer layer on many hunts, yet is lightweight and compact enough to serve as a […]
- New for 2021: CZ-USA 600 Series Rifleson November 21, 2021 at 12:00 pm
CZ-USA announced the launch of its 600 Series rifles in 2021, and four new models fill out the lineup at launch.
- Rifleman Q&A: What's Wrong With My Colt ACE Slide?on November 21, 2021 at 12:00 pm
This “Questions & Answers” was featured in the January 2005 issue of American Rifleman.
Michael Seekings / Shooting Performance
- Introducing: LiveFire (Mobil App)by michael seeklander on June 22, 2021 at 6:45 pm
So let me tell you a story. About a year ago a buddy of mine approached me and told me he had been in a conversation with two app designers that were on to something big in the firearms training […]
- 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.
- 2021 Training Classes!by michael seeklander on January 16, 2021 at 3:31 pm
Hey Everyone! Reminder: You only have until January 31st to use the “spring15” discount code for a 15% discount on class tuition! Ammunition:If you are worried about ammo shortages, sign up! If […]
- 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 […]
- Build it Backwardby michael seeklander on January 13, 2021 at 1:19 pm
Name your goal. Go ahead, write it down. Now write down the date you wish to reach your goal. Be realistic. Now estimate the individual steps you need to take to reach the goal, to the best of […]
Precision Rifle Blog
- Best Rifle Ammo for the Money – 19 Brands Tested!by Cal on November 17, 2021 at 11:20 pm
This article takes all of the performance data collected from my massive ammo test based on 1,000+ rounds of live fire and shows us what the best rifle ammo for the money is. It takes the hit […]
- 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Test Summary: Hit Probability At Long-Rangeby Cal on October 30, 2021 at 9:35 pm
If you only read one article in this series, MAKE IT THIS ONE! This article takes all the data collected over months of live-fire research and sums it all up by ranking each type of ammo by hit […]
- 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Test Part 5: Live-Fire Group Sizes & Precisionby Cal on October 27, 2021 at 10:26 pm
Welcome to Part 5 of the results from my massive 6.5 Creedmoor ammo field test! This article will cover the results from over 150 five-shot groups that I fired. There were 760 shots for record, which […]
- 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Test Part 4: Live-Fire Muzzle Velocity Detailsby Cal on May 28, 2021 at 11:00 am
This is the second article in this series covering the muzzle velocity data I collected. The last article covered how this data was collected, along with a summary and head-to-head comparison of all […]
- 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Test Part 3: Live-Fire Muzzle Velocity & Consistency Summaryby Cal on May 26, 2021 at 3:51 pm
Welcome to Part 3 of the results of a massive 6.5 Creedmoor ammo field test, where I tested multiple boxes of every kind of 6.5 Creedmoor ammo that is marketed as “match” or “target” grade. […]
- 6.5 Creedmoor Ammo Test Part 2: Physical Round-To-Round Consistencyby Cal on May 11, 2021 at 10:30 pm
I’m so excited to start sharing the data I collected in a massive field test I conducted on 19 different types of 6.5 Creedmoor match-grade factory ammo. With the price of this kind of 6.5 […]
- Statistics for Shooters – Executive Summaryby Cal on December 16, 2020 at 12:00 pm
Over the past 3 articles, we covered a lot of ground! Before I jump to other topics, I wanted to simply provide a bullet-point recap of key points from the end of each of those articles and publish […]
- Precision & Group Size – Statistics for Shooters Part 3by Cal on December 12, 2020 at 6:37 pm
This is the final article in my Statistics for Shooters series, and it focuses on the application of statistics when it comes to quantifying precision and group size. It provides practical answers to […]
- Muzzle Velocity Stats – Statistics for Shooters Part 2by Cal on December 5, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Part 2 in my Statistics for Shooters 3-part series focuses on how to analyze muzzle velocity consistency, which is critical for us as long-range shooters. This article shows how to apply the concepts […]
- How To Predict The Future – Statistics For Shooters Part 1by Cal on November 29, 2020 at 9:09 pm
Many shooters have an uncomfortable relationship with math and aren’t impressed with fancy formulas. However, statistics and probability are insanely applicable when it comes to rifles and […]
Ruger Firearms
- Ruger Introduces Four New Stainless Ruger American Rimfire Rifleson April 1, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) proudly introduces four new Target models to the Ruger American® Rimfire family. Constructed from stainless steel for superior aesthetics and corrosion […]
- Ruger Reintroduces the Hawkeye Alaskan Rifleon March 28, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is proud to reintroduce the Hawkeye® Alaskan rifle chambered in three calibers: .375 Ruger, .338 Winchester Magnum and .300 Winchester Magnum. Based on […]
- Ruger Auction - Mini-14® with Wood Handguardon March 27, 2019 at 4:30 pm
You are bidding on a blued, .223 Rem. caliber Ruger® Mini-14® rifle with serial number 180-07678. The manufacture date of this rifle is December 8, 1976.
- Ruger Adds Junior Shooter Beth Walker to Team Rugeron March 27, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) proudly introduces Beth Walker as the seventh addition to Team Ruger. A 17-year-old, 3-Gun competitor, Walker is Team Ruger's first junior shooter. "We […]
- Team Ruger Competitors Take Three High Lady Winson March 26, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) proudly announces three High Lady divisional wins from Team Ruger competitors Randi Rogers and Maggie Reese Voigt at this year's USPSA Henry's Cup and […]
- Ruger Signs Maggie Reese Voigt to Professional Shooting Teamon March 25, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is proud to announce that it has signed Maggie Reese Voigt to its professional shooting team. Maggie takes the sixth spot on Team Ruger, led by Captain […]
- Ruger Auction - Mark II™ Target Pistol Pairon March 20, 2019 at 4:30 pm
We have for auction a pair of consecutively serial numbered .22 LR Mark II Target pistols. The manufacture date for both pistols is February 15, 1984.
- Ruger Announces Second Custom Shop 10/22 Competition Rifleon March 14, 2019 at 4:30 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR)is proud to introduce its third addition to the newly launched Ruger® Custom Shop. This variation of the Ruger Custom Shop 10/22® Competition Rifle […]
- Team Ruger Captain Doug Koenig Takes Trophy Spot at ALTUS AI Long Range Classicon March 13, 2019 at 4:30 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is pleased to announce that Team Ruger's Captain Doug Koenig claimed the production division win at the Accuracy International (AI) Long Range Classic […]
- Ruger Heads to Germany for 2019 IWA OutdoorClassicson March 1, 2019 at 9:00 pm
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is heading back to Europe for the 2019 IWA OutdoorClassics show from March 8-11. The Ruger exhibit booth will be located in Hall 7A-414 again this year. […]
Grant Cunningham
- Things I’ve come to understandby Grant Cunningham on October 5, 2021 at 2:59 am
Quick reminder: If you’ve gotten this in your email, it’s because, at some time in the past, you signed up and agreed to receive updates from me. If you don’t remember who I am, or have decided […]
- past, present, and future of this blogby Grant Cunningham on June 3, 2021 at 12:58 am
Some of what follows will be familiar to certain readers, as portions were sent in an email to everyone on the mailing list a couple of months ago. However, not everyone opened it, and we’ve had a […]
- Test post. Or, rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated.by Grant Cunningham on June 2, 2021 at 2:34 am
Hi everyone! This is a test post with two purposes: first, to check the RSS feed of my revamped, remodeled, and generally all-new website. (You should check it out…) Second, it’s to announce that […]
- Should you have a “bugout retreat”?by Grant Cunningham on March 25, 2020 at 7:51 am
Lots of people recommend buying a bugout retreat as an essential part of preparedness. How realistic is that, and is there a better way?
- Living through the pandemic — and beyondby Grant Cunningham on March 19, 2020 at 10:52 pm
The coronavirus is going to grow exponentially in the next couple of weeks. Here's how to prepare for the immediate future — and beyond.
- Coronavirus: What we know now, what’s coming, and how to prepareby Grant Cunningham on February 27, 2020 at 6:20 pm
This is going to be a very long post, and for that I apologize. The situation with the novel coronavirus, which causes the disease known as COVID-19, has been both fluid and unclear. I’ve avoided […]
- The Ambiguity Zone, Part 3: Information is power, but not if it’s ignoredby Grant Cunningham on September 27, 2019 at 11:58 am
When things are ambiguous, correctly processing all relevant information becomes critical.
- The Ambiguity Zone, Part 2: Crossing the lineby Grant Cunningham on September 13, 2019 at 11:30 am
The Ambiguity Zone is that space of time, no matter how long or short, where potentially life-altering decisions must be made with the limited information available. Do we respond, or wait for the […]
- The Ambiguity Zoneby Grant Cunningham on September 6, 2019 at 11:24 am
There is a time in any incident where it's not clear what's happening — or even that anything is happening. How do we handle that?
- Going shooting in the wilderness? Be safe!by Grant Cunningham on August 30, 2019 at 12:02 pm
Instead of belonging to a gun club or using a commercial range, many gun owners enjoy heading out into the countryside to shoot. In my area of the world, this is often an old gravel pit out in the […]
The Art of Manliness
- Podcast #518: The Quest for a Moral Lifeon November 24, 2021 at 5:59 pm
Do you ever feel like you're spinning your existential wheels in life? That outwardly, you seem to be doing ok, but inwardly, you feel kind of empty?
- How to Play a Game of Pitch-And-Toss (And Never Breathe a Word About Your Loss)on November 23, 2021 at 7:40 pm
If you can make one heap of all your winnings And risk it on one turn of pitch-and-toss, And lose, and start again at your beginnings And never breathe a word about your loss; If, like us, […]
- Podcast #758: The Epic Story of the Making of The Godfatheron November 22, 2021 at 4:55 pm
When it comes to lists of men's favorite movies, The Godfather is a perennial inclusion. And as hard as this may be to believe, the critically acclaimed and popularly beloved film is coming up on the […]
- 50 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Menon November 21, 2021 at 6:39 pm
The best, time tested stocking stuffer gift ideas for all the men on your Christmas list.
- Sunday Firesides: Graduate From the Kindergarten Class of Gratitudeon November 21, 2021 at 2:54 am
Is there anything more innocuous than gratitude? It’s one of the few values endorsed by solemn religious leaders and vapid lifestyle gurus alike. Unlike other virtues, which require going against […]
- How to Shadow Box Like a Champon November 18, 2021 at 6:45 pm
Shadow boxing is a fundamental boxing skill. It provides an opportunity for boxers to fine-tune their technique and mentally prepare for a workout or fight. For non-boxers, shadow boxing can be an […]
- Podcast #757: How to Achieve Cognitive Dominanceon November 17, 2021 at 5:00 pm
When it comes to high-stakes endeavors, few are as fraught as brain surgery. One false move and you can forever alter someone's life. That's why my guest has spent his life studying how to […]
- Podcast #756: How the Desire for Status Explains (Pretty Much) Everythingon November 15, 2021 at 8:08 pm
Being famous. Knowing someone famous. Getting a laugh after telling a joke. Getting a good grade. Getting likes on a social media post. Winning a video game. Cooking a tasty meal. Being good looking. […]
Gun Culture
Instapundit
- LINCOLN BROWN: The Left’s Vigilantes. “The ‘right-thinking’ people of the Left would never sully the…by Stephen Green on November 24, 2021 at 7:17 pm
LINCOLN BROWN: The Left’s Vigilantes. “The ‘right-thinking’ people of the Left would never sully their hands in dealing with their enemies directly. Even if they do not explicitly encourage […]
- YES. AND NOWADAYS IT’S ALSO PLAINLY ANTI-ASIAN. Is the Radical Critique of Merit Anti-Semitic?…by Glenn Reynolds on November 24, 2021 at 7:00 pm
YES. AND NOWADAYS IT’S ALSO PLAINLY ANTI-ASIAN. Is the Radical Critique of Merit Anti-Semitic?
- THE WAR ON WOMEN: New Olympic Committee Rules Essentially End Women’s Sports. “The new rules are c…by Stephen Green on November 24, 2021 at 6:46 pm
THE WAR ON WOMEN: New Olympic Committee Rules Essentially End Women’s Sports. “The new rules are couched in ideas of anti-discrimination, but they are only about not discriminating against […]
- QUESTION ASKED: Was 1980 the worst automotive year ever?
Quick, what’s the worst year in American…by Ed Driscoll on November 24, 2021 at 6:36 pm
QUESTION ASKED: Was 1980 the worst automotive year ever? Quick, what’s the worst year in American automotive history? Recent bias might lead you to select 2008, when an unprecedented modern […]
- FOLLOW THE SCIENCE: Study shows possible bias, ‘nepotistic behavior’ in some science journals.
R…by Glenn Reynolds on November 24, 2021 at 6:30 pm
FOLLOW THE SCIENCE: Study shows possible bias, ‘nepotistic behavior’ in some science journals. Related: We’re told to ‘follow the science’ — yet some of it is just plain wrong.
- ROGER SIMON: Two Excellent COVID Books for Christmas?… Why Not?
What honest person can deny tha…by Ed Driscoll on November 24, 2021 at 6:22 pm
ROGER SIMON: Two Excellent COVID Books for Christmas?… Why Not? What honest person can deny that the U.S. and global responses to COVID-19—dubbed here for some time the Chinese Communist Party […]
- MATT MARGOLIS: Psaki Doubles Down on Biden’s Rittenhouse Smear. “But refusing to acknowledge that Bi…by Stephen Green on November 24, 2021 at 6:15 pm
MATT MARGOLIS: Psaki Doubles Down on Biden’s Rittenhouse Smear. “But refusing to acknowledge that Biden falsely called Rittenhouse a white supremacist doesn’t mean it didn’t happen.”
- HOLIDAY WISHES FROM THE ATLANTIC! Deprogram your relatives this Thanksgiving:
Some people (like my …by Ed Driscoll on November 24, 2021 at 6:05 pm
HOLIDAY WISHES FROM THE ATLANTIC! Deprogram your relatives this Thanksgiving: Some people (like my friend Tom Nichols) think that you should spend your Thanksgiving playing nice, pretending that your […]
- STAY WARM: Carhartt Men’s Winter Dex Glove, Black Barley. #CommissionEarned…by Helen Smith on November 24, 2021 at 6:01 pm
STAY WARM: Carhartt Men’s Winter Dex Glove, Black Barley. #CommissionEarned
- GOOD: Years of blood thinners after stent insertion may not be necessary….by Glenn Reynolds on November 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm
GOOD: Years of blood thinners after stent insertion may not be necessary.
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War On Guns
- Slowing Downby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 6:36 pm
I'm getting ready for tomorrow and also have an article I need to finish, so that's it for blog posts today unless I see something of mine already in the hopper get published.Try to hold off on new […]
- Nothing a Mentoring Grant Won't Cureby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 6:26 pm
The 36-year-old suspect, identified as Hubert Wiggs, is now charged with attempted murder, assault, criminal possession of a weapon, reckless endangerment and menacing. Law enforcement believes […]
- Just Say 'No'by David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 6:11 pm
Don’t expect that to happen anytime soon however. Mexico’s government has until January 31st of next year to respond to the gunmakers, which means that the earliest we could reasonably expect […]
- We're the Only Ones Refusing Enoughby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 6:04 pm
Blackwell, according to the lawsuit, refused the order after he determined the removal of the monuments was illegal at a time the order was given. Blackwell, according to the lawsuit, referenced […]
- What Difference Does It Make?by David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:53 pm
But there was a lot to see there and elsewhere throughout the country: It was just hidden or, in some cases, destroyed. And while nothing will change the fact that Joe Biden is president, election […]
- Full of Itby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:47 pm
Fauci is now saying that being “fully vaccinated” may mean getting a booster shot as well. Previously, Fauci said that being “fully vaccinated” meant receiving two shots of the Moderna or […]
- If Only They Would Disarm Us...by David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:41 pm
2 Killed In Pasadena Shooting [More]Everything about this story screams "Take our guns!"No?[Via 1Gat]
- Why They Hate Kyle Rittenhouseby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:33 pm
The title does not do this piece justice in terms of all that it encompasses. It covers much more than that and offers some insights between the letter of the law and the machinations of the hidden […]
- With Reckless Abandonby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:20 pm
A reckless driver in Vacaville was allegedly trying to run over pedestrians... [More]Been a while since we heard from Inigo...Funny... I look at "Unknown Victim #1" and #2 in the video and ... […]
- Position du Jourby David Codrea on November 24, 2021 at 5:08 pm
Governor-elect vows to strike down vaccine, mask mandates in January [More]So what the hell is this about?And is that all he's going to strike down?[Via Mack H]
David Yamane / Gun Culture 2.0
- My Ongoing Thoughts on the Kyle Rittenhouse Situationby David Yamane on November 24, 2021 at 2:28 pm
Readers of this blog who do not follow me on social media (Facebook and Twitter) may have missed a couple of my commentaries on the Kyle Rittenhouse situation. So, I am going to use this post to keep […]
- Kyle Rittenhouse is a Poster Child for Civilian Gun Trainingby David Yamane on November 22, 2021 at 2:55 pm
Now that many of the “hot takes” regarding the Kyle Rittenhouse trial have cooled, I am going to slowly try to shed some light on some aspects of the situation I think have gotten less attention […]
- Rob Pincus Does Wake Forest, Againby David Yamane on November 2, 2021 at 10:55 pm
For the fourth year in a row, Rob Pincus visited my Sociology of Guns course at Wake Forest University. Pincus is a mainstay among the guest lecturers in this course in part because he can speak […]
- Causes of Gun-Related Deaths in the US: Beliefs vs. Realityby David Yamane on October 27, 2021 at 4:50 pm
In preparing for my Sociology of Guns class this week on suicide and guns, I came across an interesting story from the “Guns & America” series out of the DC PBS station WAMU in 2019. The […]
- Shooter Ready? Beeeeep. Fail.by David Yamane on October 24, 2021 at 1:15 pm
I wrote yesterday about my experience taking the North Carolina concealed handgun permit course at Apache Solutions Firearms Training in nearby Yadkinville. I noted that I shot the qualification […]
- Re-Taking the NC Concealed Handgun Permit Course at Apache Solutionsby David Yamane on October 23, 2021 at 1:42 pm
I dropped the ball. I was so busy this summer that I let my North Carolina concealed handgun permit expire. This cost me an additional $100 and about 10 hours of my time. It was not an inexpensive […]
- 500th Weekend Knowledge Dump, Congrats to Greg Ellifritz of Active Response Trainingby David Yamane on October 16, 2021 at 12:10 pm
Good Saturday Morning, all. I just wanted to take a moment to offer my congratulations to Greg Ellifritz of Active Response Training for posting the 500th edition of his “Weekend Knowledge Dump” […]
- Concealed Carry Permit Holders Across the United States: 2021by David Yamane on October 15, 2021 at 2:00 pm
The Crime Prevention Research Center has released its annual report on “Concealed Carry Permit Holders Across the United States” for 2021, co-authored by John R. Lott (President), Carlisle E. […]
- ANNOUNCING UPDATED EDITION of Concealed Carry Revolution: Liberalizing the Right to Bear Arms in Americaby David Yamane on October 8, 2021 at 12:16 pm
I am very happy to announce that the Updated Edition of my small (92 page) book on the history and current status of concealed carry laws in the United States is now fully available online via […]
- Gun Culture 2.0 and the Changing Face of Gun Owners in Americaby David Yamane on October 7, 2021 at 12:03 pm
I was fortunate to be asked to present on “Guns in America” at the annual conference of the Outdoor Writers Association of America yesterday (6 October 2021). I discussed “Gun Culture 2.0 and […]
Reason.com
- CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Lauded the Success of China's 'Really Strict' Lockdownsby Robby Soave on November 24, 2021 at 7:19 pm
Instead of pining for authoritarian control, maybe U.S. health officials could tell the FDA to stop standing in the way of progress.
- Rachel Laudan: Why Thanksgiving Dinner Is Served All at Onceby Nick Gillespie on November 24, 2021 at 7:10 pm
The Cuisine and Empire author dishes on the anti-French origins of Turkey Day, why she hates "organic" food, and the genius of Julia Child.
- Travis McMichael, Gregory McMichael, and William 'Roddie' Bryan Found Guilty of Murdering Ahmaud Arberyby Billy Binion on November 24, 2021 at 6:47 pm
The men were almost never charged, thanks to misconduct from the first prosecutor, who is now under a criminal indictment.
- Abolish Intellectual Property Rights?by Gene Epstein on November 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Patent lawyer Stephan Kinsella debates Law Professor Richard Epstein
- The Build Back Better Bill Will Give You $12,000 for Buying an Electric Car. Unless It's a Tesla.by Joe Lancaster on November 24, 2021 at 4:45 pm
Only vehicles made in unionized U.S. factories qualify for the full amount.
- Politicians On Left and Right Want Someone Else to Pay for Transportationby Christian Britschgi on November 24, 2021 at 4:30 pm
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposed gas tax holiday and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's fare-free bus plan will both require taxpayers to subsidize infrastructure they don't use.
- Abolish Copyrights and Patents? A Soho Forum Debateby Gene Epstein on November 24, 2021 at 4:15 pm
Patent lawyer Stephan Kinsella debates law professor Richard Epstein
- Ahmaud Arbery's Alleged Murderers Almost Escaped Charges, Thanks to Prosecutorial Misconductby Billy Binion on November 24, 2021 at 3:48 pm
As the trial wraps up, it's important to remember that the first prosecutor on the case, Jackie Johnson, has been indicted for violating her oath of office.
- What's the Point of NFTs?by Liz Wolfe on November 24, 2021 at 1:00 pm
The digital tokens, secured by the blockchain, could revolutionize art markets, reduce animal poaching, and provide a cool new way for NBA fans to flaunt their collectibles.
- Review: House of Gucciby Kurt Loder on November 24, 2021 at 12:30 pm
Lady Gaga kills.
John Lott\’s War On Guns
- Who voted for Glenn Youngkin: Hispanics went strongly for Youngkinby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on November 12, 2021 at 3:20 am
The Wall Street Journal has an interesting breakdown of who voted for Youngkin over McAuliffe. The breakdown raises questions about how the media is describing the win. Given the higher percentage of […]
- Biden announces feds will go after parents who are "intimidating" public school boardsby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on October 5, 2021 at 3:19 am
"Specialized training will also be made available for local school boards and administrators to assist them in recognizing behaviors that constitute a threat, as well as helping them report the […]
- This explains a lot about the Republican Partyby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on September 27, 2021 at 2:55 pm
From The Hill:"The Wyoming Republican [Cheney] has also gotten money and support from former Speakers Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) and John Boehner (R-Ohio)"George W. Bush & Karl Rove are also doing a big […]
- The Washington Post is not a "news" outlet, they are purely an opinion sheetby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on May 9, 2021 at 5:00 am
Why is the Washington Post considered a "news" outlet? From today's fawning piece on Rep Liz Cheney. It is filled with comments like this: "Should the Republican Party continue to defend Trump's […]
- Cancel culture run amok. If you disagree, destroy their career. "Maryland to investigate Derek Chauvin defense witness' time as state's chief medical examiner"by noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on April 25, 2021 at 6:42 pm
Dr. David Fowler testified Floyd's main cause of death was due to blockage of arteries, enlarged heart, drugs. As someone who watched the trial, I thought that Fowler was the most honest and accurate […]
- Biden wants a 43.4% Capital Gains Taxby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on April 24, 2021 at 7:51 pm
It will be over 55% if you live in NY, Calif. Inflation makes it worse, and can easily result in negative investment returns. Say inflation is 100% over 20 yrs & your house increases in price […]
- Fox News: Biden 'praying' Chauvin jury reaches 'right verdict,' calling case 'overwhelming' President offered support in Monday call with George Floyd familyby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on April 20, 2021 at 7:30 pm
Look at how the main stream media reacts differently to Trump making comments on the legal process versus Biden. From Fox News:As the nation awaits a verdict by the jury in the trial of former […]
- Politico: "In 2018, Diplomats Warned of Risky Coronavirus Experiments in a Wuhan Lab. No One Listened"by noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on March 22, 2021 at 2:10 am
More evidence that the Coronavirus came from a Wuhan lab. From Politico: On January 15, in its last days, President Donald Trump’s State Department put out a statement with serious claims about […]
- The Washington Post grossly misquotes Trump's conversation with the Georgia Secretary of Stateby noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on March 16, 2021 at 10:39 pm
Washington Post admits it misquoted Trump's call to Georgia elections investigator when newly released recording revealed he DIDN'T urge her to 'find the fraud.' Trump DIDN'T say she'd be 'a national […]
- Democrats refuse to work with Republican members of Congress who questioned election, but did Republicans do that in 2017 and 2018?by noreply@blogger.com (John Lott) on March 15, 2021 at 5:12 am
NBC News headline: "House Democrats draw the line: No bipartisan cooperation with Republicans who questioned the election"Freshman Rep. Jake Auchincloss, a Democrat, has begun turning to an […]
Firearms Policy Coalition
- FPC Statement on Kyle Rittenhouse Trial Verdictby Firearms Policy Coalition on November 19, 2021 at 11:32 pm
KENOSHA, WI (November 19, 2021) — Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) issued the following statement today in response to the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse:
- FPC Sues Texas to Strike Down Ban on Handgun Carry for Adults Under 21 Years of Ageby Firearms Policy Coalition on November 9, 2021 at 5:52 pm
DALLAS, TX (November 9, 2021) — Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) today filed a new federal Second Amendment lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas seeking to […]
- FPC’s Statement on Supreme Court Arguments in Major Second Amendment Case Challenging New York’s “May-Issue” Handgun Carry Schemeby Firearms Policy Coalition on November 3, 2021 at 11:20 pm
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 3, 2021) — The United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in the case of NYSRPA v. Bruen, a lawsuit challenging New York’s “proper cause” requirement […]
- BREAKING: FPC Files Federal Constitutional Challenge to Delaware’s New Ban on Self-Built Firearms, Precursor Parts, and “3D” Filesby Firearms Policy Coalition on October 28, 2021 at 12:10 am
WILMINGTON, DE (October 27, 2021) — Just seven days after it was signed into law by Delaware Governor John Carney, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) today filed a new federal lawsuit challenging […]
- Blackwater Worldwide Launches Fundraiser to Support Firearms Policy Coalition to Help Support Pro-Second Amendment Litigation, Advocacy, & Education Programsby Firearms Policy Coalition on October 25, 2021 at 6:43 pm
CONCORD, N.C. (October 25, 2021) — Today, the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that Concord, North Carolina-based Blackwater Worldwide (Blackwater) is launching a new fundraising program […]
- FPC Sues New York City Again in New 2A Lawsuit Challenging Ban on Electronic Armsby Firearms Policy Coalition on October 5, 2021 at 6:43 pm
NEW YORK, NY (October 5, 2021) — Today, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced a new federal Second Amendment lawsuit challenging New York City’s ban on electronic arms, such as stun guns and […]
- FPC Sues San Diego in 2A Lawsuit Challenging Ban on Home-Building Firearms, Precursor Partsby Firearms Policy Coalition on September 24, 2021 at 7:57 pm
SAN DIEGO, CA (September 24, 2021) — Mere hours after San Diego, California Mayor Todd Gloria signed Ordinance no. O-2022-7 into law, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) last night filed a new Second […]
- FPC Daily 2A Legal Update - 9/14/21by Firearms Policy Coalition on September 14, 2021 at 11:22 pm
Updates in Hawaii and New York Cases in Today's FPC 2A Legal Update 9/14/21
- FPC Daily 2A Legal Update - 9/8/21by Firearms Policy Coalition on September 9, 2021 at 12:01 am
Updates in Gun Seizure and Bump Stock Cases in Today's FPC Daily 2A Legal Update 9/8/21
- FPC Files Lawsuit Challenging ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban in Cook County, Illinoisby Firearms Policy Coalition on August 28, 2021 at 12:38 am
CHICAGO, IL (August 27, 2021) — Today, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced a new federal Second Amendment lawsuit challenging the ban on so-called “assault weapons” in Cook County, […]
The Truth About Guns
- BREAKING: 3 Georgia Men Found Guilty of Murder in Killing of Ahmaud Arberyby TTAG Contributor on November 24, 2021 at 7:06 pm
By Russ Bynum, AP All three men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery were convicted of murder Wednesday in the fatal shooting that became part of a larger national reckoning on racial injustice. The […]
- Gun Rights Opponents Impotently Vent Their Outrage After the Rittenhouse Verdictby TTAG Contributor on November 24, 2021 at 6:00 pm
By Larry Keane Gun control groups have gone apoplectic over the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse in Kenosha, Wis. Looking at their statements, social media and reactions, gun control is no longer just […]
- The Real Reason Kyle Rittenhouse Shot Three People in Kenosha, Wisconsin (It Wasn’t Racism)by Dan Zimmerman on November 24, 2021 at 4:00 pm
The Rittenhouse shootings took place on the third day of rioting in Kenosha. Authorities, including the Governor, had little or no interest in intervening. Police and National Guardsmen had been […]
- Muehlberger: Biden Isn’t Outlawing ‘Ghost Guns’ Fast Enoughby Dan Zimmerman on November 24, 2021 at 2:00 pm
When President Biden last spring announced measures intended to curb gun violence, he directed the Justice Department to formulate a new rule under which the ATF would classify gun kits as […]
- Gun Meme of the Day: Rhinestone Cowboy Editionby Jeremy S. on November 24, 2021 at 12:00 am
Love me some King of the Hill. Except for the propane stuff. I hope y’all’re fixin’ to cook over charcoal this Thanksgiving. Don’t forget your BBQ gun. Continue reading Gun Meme of the […]
- Sorry Gun-Grabbers, Statistics Show Children Are Safe in Homes With Firearmsby Dan Zimmerman on November 23, 2021 at 10:00 pm
By Dr. Gary Mauser Can firearms be kept safely in homes with young children? Yes, with proper precautions. Millions of North Americans have guns at home and do so safely. Around one-half of homes […]
- Politics, Pandemic, and Crime Have Convinced Americans Gun Rights are More Important Than Everby TTAG Contributor on November 23, 2021 at 8:00 pm
By Larry Keane New polling confirms Americans are increasingly rejecting gun control calls amidst circumstances that have left them feeling exposed to danger and unsafe in their communities. […]
- Lionheart is Back: Buy a REGULUS 9mm Pistol at 15% Off and Get a Black Arch Holster Freeby Staff Writer on November 23, 2021 at 6:00 pm
From Lionheart Industries . . . Lionheart Industries is back and stoked to celebrate the completion of its move to its new location with a Black Friday promotion. Every customer purchasing a […]
- FBI to Pay Families $127.5 Million for Parkland Massacre Failuresby TTAG Contributor on November 23, 2021 at 4:00 pm
By Terry Spencer, AP The families of most of those killed and wounded in the 2018 Florida high school massacre announced Monday they have reached a multi-million dollar settlement with the federal […]
- Bland: Let’s Get Creative and Use Confiscatory Taxes to Disincentivize Gun Ownershipby Dan Zimmerman on November 23, 2021 at 2:00 pm
The Second Amendment does not bar states and localities from imposing taxes on firearms and ammunition, provided the tax is not so high as to put gun ownership out of the reach of the ordinary […]