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Mark Chesnut

Texas Gun Club Challenges Machine Gun Law

A Texas gun club lawsuit is challenging the federal law banning civilian ownership of machine guns manufactured after 1986.

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Pennsylvania firearms preemption legislation SB 822 stalled in Senate committee
Mark Chesnut

Pennsylvania Measure That Would Strengthen Preemption Law Hits Snag

Pennsylvania’s SB 822 would strengthen the state’s firearms preemption law, but the bill is currently stalled in a Senate committee.

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Senator John Cornyn questioning ATF about firearm records database
Mark Chesnut

Sen. Cornyn Presses ATF Director Nominee For Details After Senate Confirmation Hearing

Sen. John Cornyn is demanding answers from ATF officials about a growing database of firearm records and plans to hire hundreds of new agents.

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Guns

Ruger Security-380 pistol with fiber optic front sight and Lite Rack slide system
Mike Hardesty

Ruger Security-380 Review: A Reliable .380 Built for Defense

Ruger’s Security-380 is an easy-rack, soft-shooting .380 with serious capacity and reliability—built for defense, training, and everyday carry.

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Smith & Wesson 686 Plus stainless steel .357 Magnum revolver at outdoor range
Mike Hardesty

S&W’s 686 .357 Magnum… A Great L-Frame 7-Shooter

The Smith & Wesson 686 Plus combines classic revolver durability with a seven-shot .357 Magnum cylinder and excellent range performance.

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Springfield Armory SA-35 polished blue Hi-Power style 9mm pistol photographed at outdoor range
Mike Hardesty

Springfield Armory SA-35… An Update

This updated review takes a closer look at Springfield Armory’s polished SA-35 Hi-Power tribute and how the new model performs on the range.

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Gear

Mike Hardesty

Frytech Magnetic Buffer System: A New Way to Tame AR Recoil

Frytech’s Magnetic Buffer System replaces the traditional AR buffer spring with rare-earth magnets to deliver smoother recoil and faster follow-up shots.

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HiLight Tactical P4X pistol weapon light mounted on handgun rail
Mike Hardesty

HiLight Tactical P4X Review: A Bright, Budget-Friendly Weapon Light

The HiLight Tactical P4X packs 1,100 lumens and serious candela into a compact, budget-friendly weapon light built for modern handguns.

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CLC 25-pocket tool bag used as a low-profile range bag with AR magazines and tools
Scott Witner

This “Tool Bag” Might Be the Best Range Bag You’ve Never Considered

The CLC 25-pocket tool bag offers a durable, discreet alternative to traditional range bags with plenty of space for mags, tools, and compact rifles.

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Ammo

Two AR-15s with surefire suppressors and quality ammo.
Scott Witner

Does Ammo Quality Actually Matter When Shooting Suppressed?

Suppressors change how your firearm behaves, and the ammo you choose can dramatically affect noise, performance, and reliability.

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Liberty Ammunition Overwatch 9mm defensive ammunition
Mike Hardesty

Liberty Ammunition’s 9mm Overwatch Load: 72-Grain Bullet, Max Velocity

Liberty Ammunition’s Overwatch 9mm promises extreme velocity and serious stopping power. We tested accuracy, penetration, and real performance.

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Frankford Arsenal X-10 progressive reloading press with case feeder and reloading equipment installed on bench
Mike Hardesty

Frankford Arsenal’s X-10 Proves They’re Serious About Reloading

Frankford Arsenal’s X-10 progressive press headlines a growing lineup of reloading gear designed for high-volume shooters and serious bench setups.

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