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Affordable Long-Range Precision: Vortex’s New Strike Eagle 3-18x44mm and Mossberg 7mm PRC

Published On: 11/19/2024
Affordable Long-Range Precision: Vortex’s New Strike Eagle 3-18x44mm and Mossberg 7mm PRC

Many hunters and long-range shooting enthusiasts are eager to explore the capabilities of the new 7mm PRC cartridge. Others are searching for a versatile setup that can handle both hunting and precision shooting duties. The combination of Vortex’s New Strike Eagle 3-18x44mm scope mounted on a Mossberg Patriot Predator in 7mm PRC won’t disappoint in either application, and the best part is it provides tremendous value for the money. Let’s explore what makes this pairing so appealing for those looking to stretch their shooting distances without emptying their wallets.

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Giving Guns as Gifts: Know the Law

Published On: 11/19/2024
Giving Guns as Gifts: Know the Law

With gift-buying season upon us, it's natural for gun owners who enjoy target shooting, hunting, collecting or just plain plinking to want to share their enjoyment of firearms with others. What better way to do that than to gift a firearm to a family member, close friend or relative?

The first thing to remember if you're thinking about giving someone a gun is that ownership of a firearm brings with it serious responsibilities and legal obligations that other consumer products don't.

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Canto Arms A280-CFE .22 Blaster Build

Published On: 11/19/2024
Canto Arms A280-CFE .22 Blaster Build

If you like fun .22 builds with a sci-fi bent, then read on. My latest build is the A280-CFE Blaster from Canto Arms. If you hated my last blaster build, the DL-44, then this is still not the post you are looking for.

The A280-CFE

The A280-CFE is the blaster featured in Star Wars Rogue One, and the Andor series. It's a modular heavy blaster that can be configured as a pistol or rifle in Star Wars canon.

Continue reading Canto Arms A280-CFE .22 Blaster Build at The Truth About Guns.

New Jersey Gun Dealers Sued By Attorney General For Selling Ammunition Without Asking For ID Or Permit

Published On: 11/19/2024
New Jersey Gun Dealers Sued By Attorney General For Selling Ammunition Without Asking For ID Or Permit

A pair of New Jersey firearms dealers found themselves in hot water of the unconstitutional kind when they were sued by the state's Office of the Attorney General for allegedly selling ammunition to undercover agents without first verifying the buyers were legally permitted to possess firearms. Permits or background checks for ammunition purchases are required in California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey,  New York, Rhode Island and Washington D.C., making these so-called “states” membership in the Constitutional Republic of the United States of America questionable. 

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Ignorant Analysis Of Illinois AWB Ruling Proves Who The Real “Jackass” Is

Published On: 11/19/2024
Ignorant Analysis Of Illinois AWB Ruling Proves Who The Real “Jackass” Is

Anytime a court rules in favor of Second Amendment rights, you can be sure there will be a naysayer out there somewhere convinced the judges were wrong, and the guns in question should, indeed, be banned.

Such was the case last week in Barnett v. Raoul, in which the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois found that two provisions of the Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA), which ban many semi-automatic firearms and so-called “high-capacity” magazines, are unconstitutional under both the Second and Fourteenth Amendments.

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Gun Control Groups Fail to See Difference in Charitable Fundraising with Firearms and Criminal Use of Firearms

Published On: 11/18/2024
Gun Control Groups Fail to See Difference in Charitable Fundraising with Firearms and Criminal Use of Firearms

The 2024 General Election is now over and as the nation, states and local municipalities prepare for new representation, it appears “woke,” left-leaning lobbying groups have taken to attacking nonprofit organizations in an ill-focused attempt to gain new support.

A recent article posted by an antigun group launched an attack on a nonprofit organization dedicated to the health and well-being of children. Why? Because the charity hosted a fundraising event in which firearms were raffle prizes.

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Michigan Using Gun-Free Zones To Subvert The Right To Carry

Published On: 11/18/2024
Michigan Using Gun-Free Zones To Subvert The Right To Carry

On November 14th, the Michigan Senate Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety passed SB 857 and SB 858 making the bills eligible for votes on the Senate floor. The pair of measures would expand “gun-free zones” in Michigan, prohibiting gun owners from carrying firearms in the State Capitol Building, the Binsfeld Senate Office Building and the Anderson House Office Building, with an exception, of course, for legislators, because “rules for thee, not for me,” and all that second-class citizen stuff. 

Continue reading Michigan Using Gun-Free Zones To Subvert The Right To Carry at The Truth About Guns.

Memphis City Leaders Just Keep Pushing Their Anti-Gun Schemes

Published On: 11/18/2024
Memphis City Leaders Just Keep Pushing Their Anti-Gun Schemes

Anti-gun city councilors in Memphis, Tennessee, just won't let up in their continuing quest to squelch local citizens' right to bear arms.

Back in July, the city council made an end-run around Tennessee's firearms preemption law by trying to put a three-part gun control question on the November ballot. Despite the secretary of state's warning that the questions violated state law, a judge ruled in September that the questions could appear on the ballot.

Continue reading Memphis City Leaders Just Keep Pushing Their Anti-Gun Schemes at The Truth About Guns.

Pennsylvania District Attorney Suing To Allow Medical Marijuana Users Firearms Access

Published On: 11/18/2024
Pennsylvania District Attorney Suing To Allow Medical Marijuana Users Firearms Access

Every November, swarms of hunters prepare to head out into the Pennsylvania wilderness in anticipation of deer season, however, some may unexpectedly find themselves on the wrong side of the law if they also possess a medical marijuana card. While shooters have long advocated for sobriety while handling firearms, similar to driving, some disagree with the law, saying that the mere permission to purchase marijuana for medical purposes should not preclude them from exercising their Constitutional right. 

Warren County's top law enforcement officer and District Attorney, Rob Greene, who is one of more than 400,000 Pennsylvanians to have a medical marijuana card, is trying to change that law.

Continue reading Pennsylvania District Attorney Suing To Allow Medical Marijuana Users Firearms Access at The Truth About Guns.

Achieve Next-Level Training with the Strikeman X SIRT Dry-Fire Laser Training Pistol

Published On: 11/17/2024
Achieve Next-Level Training with the Strikeman X SIRT Dry-Fire Laser Training Pistol

If you're serious about developing your shooting skills, meet the Strikeman X SIRT Dry-Fire Laser Training Pistol. Designed with a focus on longevity, precision and safety, this training tool elevates dry-fire practice to new heights. Available exclusively at Strikeman, this training pistol integrates advanced features for shooters who want to enhance their skills without live ammo costs or range fees.

Train Like the Pros Anytime Anywhere

Strikeman collaborated with SIRT to create a USA-made training pistol that incorporates their patented Shot Indicating Resetting Trigger (SIRT) technology.

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The Famous Witch Trials of Salem: Hysteria and Accusations

Published On: 10/2/2024

In American history, few events are as infamous and haunting as the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. This dark chapter unfolded in the small colonial town of Salem, Massachusetts. There a wave of hysteria and paranoia led to the wrongful persecution and execution of innocent people accused of witchcraft. The witch hunts of Salem remain […]

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FN Adds Manual Safety Option to Reflex Pistol Series

Published On: 10/2/2024

FN Adds External Safety to the Reflex Line.

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Tops CUMA Kage Sword Tested

Published On: 10/2/2024

Tops Cuma Kage Sword

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Winter Hacks: How to Stay Warm in the Winter Outdoors & Camp

Published On: 10/2/2024

Staying warm during winter outdoor activities and camping is essential for comfort and safety. Exposure to cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia and frostbite, posing severe health risks. So you need some solid winter hacks to ensure you always have the tools to survive the frigid cold of winter. Winter Hacks to Survive Winter Wonderland Many […]

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VIDEO: Going Long at the Grey Group Basic Sniper Course

Published On: 10/2/2024

I'm not going to lie. I love going to different precision rifle training programs and venues. While there are online schools and videos that can help you learn the discipline, there is still noting more helpful for the precision shooter than a live, in-person, hands-on instructional course. If you haven't taken one I highly suggest […]

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Athlon Outdoors’ In the Crosshairs: Here Comes GLOCKtober!

Published On: 10/1/2024

It’s time to rock out with your Glock out! That’s right, for this month’s Athlon Outdoors in the Crosshairs, we’re sighting in on the most dominant, sometimes controversial, genre-defining, game-changing platform of all time – the Glock pistol. Ever since the Glock hit the scene in 1982, Gaston Glock’s unique take on the service pistol […]

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Inside Mossad: Israel’s Elite Intelligence Service

Published On: 10/1/2024

The security video shows a market full of fruits and vegetables. A man in a cap with a black bag slung over his shoulder appears to be checking out some limes when suddenly a loud bang echoes through the market. A plume of smoke escapes from under the man’s bag, and small bits of paper […]

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The New Century Arms Sharps MB47

Published On: 10/1/2024

Century Arms Sharps MB47

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Springfield XD Mod.3 OSP: A Refined Package for Modern EDC

Published On: 10/1/2024

It’s been over a couple of decades now since Springfield Armory introduced the XD line of pistols. During that time, there has been a steady evolution of features and enhancements to the original series, along with the introduction of three other branches of the XD family, including the XD-M, XD-E (external hammer) and the XD-M […]

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SIG 1911-XCARRY: A Modern Gov’t Model for Carry Optics EDC

Published On: 10/1/2024

Back in March, we brought you news of SIG’s latest take on the timeless Government Model, the 1911-XFULL. The upgraded 1911 incorporated an optic cut in the slide, brining an elevated 1911 for carry optics. Now SIG has taken that same approach to pistol much more suited for everyday carry–the SIG 1911-XCARRY. SIG 1911-XCARRY Details […]

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Why I Love Hunting With Suppressors

Published On: 11/19/2024
Western big game hunting, whether solo or in groups, requires a hyper-focused use of your senses. You are constantly using your sight, smell, and hearing to track and locate game. Take one of those out of the equation, and your odds drop significantly. When hunting with friends or family, especially less experienced hunters, you want to be able to coach them effectively on locating game, selecting the right animal, and taking an ethical shot at the right moment. 

POTD: Shooting Rk62, R20 LMTs and B&Ts in Iraq

Published On: 11/19/2024
Photo Of The Day  and it looks like we have an interesting day in the Iraqi desert. Soldiers from Finland and Estonia have gathered to try out various firearms, and possibly have some fun at the same time. Below is a stack of B&T GL06 40mm grenade launchers. I once tried one, but only with the 9 mm / 40 mm training version. It was incredibly accurate at 25 meters.

TFB 2024 Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals

Published On: 11/19/2024
Black Friday through Cyber Monday is hands down the best time to snag some of the best deals on firearms, ammunition, and accessories. Everyone from big companies like SIG Sauer, Federal Premium, and Magpul, to some of your favorite boutique shops and more all roll out discounts that you won’t see any other time of year. Whether you’re hunting for a new optic, stocking up on ammo, upgrading your holster setup, swapping out parts on an AR, or even eyeing an entirely new firearm, this is your chance to save some cash so you can make it happen.

Canto Arms DL-44 Hero: Upgraded Blaster

Published On: 11/19/2024
We live in a weird world, a world where someone will take a perfectly fine AR-15 action and turn it into a wannabe Star Wars blaster. Yet, if you can accept that madness, Canto Arms wants to talk to you. They have just announced an upgrade to their Star Wars-esque pistol, and present to the well-heeled buyer the new DL-44 Hero.

EAA Introduces The Girsan Influencer X: A 1911 For The 2020s

Published On: 11/19/2024
The year is 2024—almost 2025—but John Moses Browning’s 1911-pattern pistol design is not dead yet. Anything but! To prove it, check out the latest offering from EAA, the new Influencer X from Girsan, coming optics-ready from the factory in your choice of four calibers.

B&T''s Euro Spec Ops Glock 19 w/ ACRO P2

Published On: 11/19/2024
In today’s video, @JamesReeves is diving into what might just be the ultimate Glock 19 variant: the B&T Imported Glock 19 Enhanced with ACRO P2. With a sleek slide cut, repositioned iron sights, a threaded barrel, and the ACRO P2 optic, this Glock is built to perform. I’ll go over what sets this $1,799 setup apart, the shooting experience, and how it compares to other Glock 19 models I've tested. Is this B&T import worth the upgrade over a standard Glock? Let’s find out.

TFB Review: New AR-15 Accessories from F.A.B. Defense

Published On: 11/18/2024
There are plenty of good reasons to change the furniture on your AR-15, maybe you picked up a budget model with plans to upgrade as you go, maybe you simply don’t like what came with your rifle, or you suffer from restless AR syndrome . No matter the reason, you are now in the market for something new and quickly discovered the plethora of options on the market. Today I’ll be covering a few options from F.A.B. Defense as they have been busy updating their lineup of accessories.

POTD: Flying Heckler & Kochs

Published On: 11/18/2024
If your shooting platform for the day consists of an NH90 Helicopter, you better bring as much stability as possible with you. Even if you bring the best in terms of firearms and optics, and someone provides blue skies, it’s going to be a real challenge to hit those steel targets from an angle. In this Photo Of The Day , we enjoy some of Germany’s finest from Heckler & Koch and Schmidt & Bender. My best guess is that we’re looking at G36Ks and G27s here.

The Rimfire Report: Why Aren''t .17HMR & .22WMR More Popular?

Published On: 11/18/2024
Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and all of the different types of firearms, ammunition, shooting sports, and history it has to offer. In my continuing dive into rimfire ammo throughout the year I have often wondered why we don’t see too many other rimfire cartridges becoming quite as popular as 22LR. While it's easy to dismiss this as most of them being fairly recent inventions, I think that the real reason is multifaceted and that’s what I want to talk about today. Today we’re going to go over a couple of reasons why I think cartridges like .17HMR, .22WMR, and others have never really quite taken off like .22LR has.

TFB Weekly Web Deals 114: Deals for November 18th, 2024

Published On: 11/18/2024
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 114! This series is brought to you by KYGUNCO , your one-stop online shop for all things firearms.

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U.S. Ammunition Supply Faces Increasing Critical Shortages: Impact of Global Conflicts & Manufacturing Strain

U.S. Ammunition Supply Faces Increasing Critical Shortages: Impact of Global Conflicts & Manufacturing Strain

Published On: 10/22/2024
In the wake of mounting global tensions and disruptions to key supply chains, the U.S. ammunition industry is facing significant challenges.
Hunting with a Handgun & “Neural Shock” Effect?

Hunting with a Handgun & “Neural Shock” Effect?

Published On: 10/7/2024
A high-velocity projectile passing through the heart will cause an enormous (but brief) wave of over-pressure, instantly increasing blood-pressure in the brain and spinal cord to well above tissue-damaging levels.
APEX Ammunition Has a New 20-Gauge Waterfowl Shot Shell Load

APEX Ammunition Has a New 20-Gauge Waterfowl Shot Shell Load

Published On: 10/3/2024
APEX Ammunition is expanding its popular TSS/S3 Steel Waterfowl Blend line of shotshells with the addition of a 20-gauge, 3-inch load combining 7/8 oz No. 2 steel and ¼ oz No. 7.5 Tungsten Super Shot
Discover the Fun & Performance of Aguila Super Extra High Velocity .22LR Ammunition ~ VIDEO

Discover the Fun & Performance of Aguila Super Extra High Velocity .22LR Ammunition ~ VIDEO

Published On: 9/24/2024
Next time you head to the range, grab a box of Aguila Super Extra High Velocity .22LR Ammunition to experience the fun & excitement of shooting the .22LR caliber in all its glory!
China’s New Export Restriction Choke Hold on Critical U.S. Ammunition Components, Are You Prepared?

China’s New Export Restriction Choke Hold on Critical U.S. Ammunition Components, Are You Prepared?

Published On: 9/23/2024
China's new export restrictions on nitrocellulose & antimony, critical for ammunition production, leave the U.S. increasingly vulnerable....
Winchester Ammunition Introduces NEW 21 Sharp Rimfire Cartridge

Winchester Ammunition Introduces NEW 21 Sharp Rimfire Cartridge

Published On: 9/18/2024
Winchester Ammunition introduces 21 Sharp, a new rimfire cartridge with an innovative design that provides significant benefits for recreational shooters and small game hunters.
Academic-Research-Media Complex, Gas Lighting Readers that Hunters Are Poisoning Bald Eagles

Academic-Research-Media Complex, Gas Lighting Readers that Hunters Are Poisoning Bald Eagles

Published On: 9/18/2024
Like clockwork, the media runs with these “studies” with breathless coverage that hunters are killing bald eagles with the same lead that is found in nature.
Barrett Announces New .416 Barrett Precision Ammunition

Barrett Announces New .416 Barrett Precision Ammunition

Published On: 9/13/2024
Barrett Firearms Manufacturing Inc. is proud to announce the release of a new precision line of ammunition for its renowned .416 Barrett cartridge.
YO Anti-Hunters! ~ Bald Eagle “Poisoned by Common Ammo” Just Bloated ~ VIDEO

YO Anti-Hunters! ~ Bald Eagle “Poisoned by Common Ammo” Just Bloated ~ VIDEO

Published On: 9/7/2024
Anti-hunting activists were ready to pounce with another round of calls to ban traditional lead-based ammunition used by millions of America's hunters.
Hornady 350 Legend 150 gr. SP Hornady BLACK Ammunition~ Warning & Recall Notice

Hornady 350 Legend 150 gr. SP Hornady BLACK Ammunition~ Warning & Recall Notice

Published On: 9/5/2024
Hornady is recalling sixteen (16) lots of item #81199, 350 Legend 150 gr. SP Hornady BLACK ammunition. These lots may exhibit high pressure. Do Not Use!