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Canada’s gun buyback faces open defiance as multiple provinces refuse to participate
Mark Chesnut

Half Of Canadian Provinces Tell Government To Pound Sand Over Gun “Buyback” Scheme

Canada’s federal gun buyback is unraveling as provinces and territories openly refuse to participate, signaling growing resistance to nationwide firearm confiscation.

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Semi-automatic rifles and magazines affected by New Mexico Senate Bill 17 gun ban proposal
Mark Chesnut

New Mexico’s Proposed Ban On So-Called “Assault Weapons” Passes First Senate Hurdle

A sweeping gun ban advanced in New Mexico despite fierce opposition. Republicans warn the bill targets lawful gun owners, dealers, and privacy.

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Green Bay Packers lineman Rasheed Walker arrested under New York gun laws
Mark Chesnut

New York’s Draconian Gun Control Laws Ensnare Packers’ Lineman Rasheed Walker

An NFL player followed TSA rules—and still got arrested. CCRKBA says New York’s gun laws are designed to trap lawful gun owners.

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Guns

Ruger Harrier AR-15 rifle with free-float M-LOK handguard and Magpul furniture
Mike Hardesty

The New Harrier: Ruger’s AR, Evolved 

Ruger replaces the AR556 with the new Harrier. We put it on the bench to see if this updated entry-level AR delivers real value, accuracy, and long-term reliability.

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Everytown 2026 gun law rankings report comparing state gun policies
Mark Chesnut

Everytown’s State Gun Law Rankings Make Everybody Who Reads Them Dumber

Everytown’s latest gun law rankings lean heavily on curated criteria and selective data, reinforcing predetermined policy goals rather than offering neutral analysis.

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TriStar KRX Tactical AR-style magazine-fed shotgun
Travis Pike

Gun Review : Tristar KRX Shotgun

A firsthand range test of the $150 TriStar KRX Tactical reveals why cheap AR-style Turkish shotguns still struggle with reliability.

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Gear

Devil Dog Concepts Hard Charger
Jens “Rex Nanorum” Hammer

Devil Dog Concepts: Hard Charger. A Side Charging Conversion For AR’s

In the world of aftermarket firearms parts, there are, in my mind, generally two categories. …

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Holosun LS321G laser and IR illuminator mounted on rifle under night vision
Jens “Rex Nanorum” Hammer

Holosun LS321G IR/Visible Laser and Illuminator

A long-term field review of the Holosun LS321G covering zero retention, IR performance, durability, and real-world night use across thousands of rounds.

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Nextorch ND30B electronic distraction device with flashbang-style design and strobe output
Jens “Rex Nanorum” Hammer

NEXTORCH ND30B Civilian Electronic Distraction Device

The Nextorch ND30B delivers strobe light and sound in a reusable, non-explosive form factor. It’s a practical training tool, signaling device, and deterrent option.

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Ammo

Author with harvested whitetail buck taken using Barnes 130-grain TTSX .308 ammunition
Brent Spicer

FIELD PROVEN: The Ruger Predator .308 with Barnes TTSX Ammo

A front-quartering shot in late December put Barnes’ 130gr TTSX to the ultimate test. Here’s how this solid copper .308 bullet performed when it mattered.

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RCBS Matchmaster reloading tools and Rock Chucker press displayed at SHOT Show
Mike Hardesty

[SHOT 2026] What’s New At RCBS?

RCBS rolled out several Matchmaster tools and a premium Rock Chucker kit at SHOT Show, targeting serious reloaders who want speed and precision.

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[SHOT 2026] Sim-X Ammunition: Ultra-High Velocity, Low Weight
Adam Scepaniak

[SHOT 2026] Sim-X Ammunition: Ultra-High Velocity, Low Weight

It is pretty rare to see something new come out of the ammunition side of …

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