A 25-ounce .22 revolver that rides easily in the back pocket is a good thing to have. A couple of years ago, Diamondback introduced their Sidekick revolver. The original 4-inch barrel revolver is a neat plinker and trainer. But the new 3-inch barrel birdshead grip revolver is even lighter and easier to carry. The popular … Read more
The 46th Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show), owned and operated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), concluded last Friday, Jan. 26, and by all measures was deemed a resounding success. This year’s show set new benchmarks for industry engagement with an expanded show floor, a record-high number of exhibitors and an array … Read more
In 1949 when Joyce Hornady set out to design and manufacture a better product for handloaders, not everyone expected him to succeed. With World War II over and the economy returning to peacetime status, it seemed a good time to kick off a fledgling venture, but one catering to handloaders seemed far-fetched to many skeptics. … Read more
A little reminder courtesy of the Columbus, Ohio Police Department . . . “We are absolutely alarmed by the number of guns that are taken from cars that are parked and unoccupied,” said Sergeant James Fuqua of the Columbus Division of Police. “If you leave your gun in a car whether it’s locked or not … Read more
By Robert Sadowski Storing a loaded pistol in the nightstand drawer to keep it nearby in case of a home intrusion isn’t a safe idea. Think of your child or grandchild exploring your bedroom and accidentally gaining access to your fireararm. The consequences could be deadly. Beyond that, there are also a number of legal … Read more
It just might be a first in the gun industry. For once, an ammunition manufacturer launched a new cartridge ahead of schedule and a firearms manufacturer launched the accompanying rifle early, too. That’s how the 6mm ARC and the San Tan Tactical STT-15 6ARC hit the market. And after shooting the rifle I can say … Read more
From Hornady . . . Hornady Manufacturing Company is still in full operation and will endeavor to conduct business as usual through the coronavirus crisis. We are committed to keep production going during this situation. We encourage our partners and vendors to continue to supply our operations. Please keep us abreast of your status and … Read more
With today’s pocket dump of a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 and another tactical pen comes another topic: personal defense ammo. Craig Wildfeuer lists his carry ammo of choice as Hornady Critical Duty which is a pretty solid choice. Hornady Critical Defense was originally designed more for civilian needs; Critical Duty was made for law … Read more
Three legendary, family-owned, American companies join forces to support the common goal of furthering the protection and preservation of the shooting and hunting sports. Hornady Manufacturing Co., Leupold & Stevens and Nosler combine to offer an amazing prize package that will be auctioned auctioned off at the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation 29th Annual Banquet & Auction … Read more
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