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When considering handgun calibers, the choice often comes down to personal preference and intended use. The 9mm is a popular choice due to its balance of manageable recoil, high magazine capacity, and cost-effectiveness. It offers sufficient stopping power for self-defense and is widely used by law enforcement and civilians alike. The .380 ACP, while smaller…

Donald Trump’s election in 2016 sparked significant shifts in the gun industry, with many analysts observing a downturn in firearm sales following his victory. Historically, firearm sales tend to surge during periods of political uncertainty or when gun owners perceive a threat of stricter gun control measures. During the Obama administration, for instance, sales boomed…

By Ruger Press Release Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to introduce the Marlin Trapper Series Model 1895 equipped with Magpul ELG furniture. Stylized after Ruger’s original Trapper Series rifle, this model features the new Magpul Industries ELG stock and forend. Constructed of reinforced polymer, the ELG furniture is durable and impervious to even the…

Original Article | thefirearmblog.com In a landmark move for the gun industry, RSBC Investment Group has strategically acquired STEYR ARMS, the prestigious Austrian firearm manufacturer known for its rich history and robust product line – but of course, we’re all thinking about the Steyr AUG. This acquisition, completed on April 23, 2024, signifies a major…

Original Article | thefirearmblog.com As Chicago continues to rack up L’s in its battle against crime, the city has decided on a new target. No, they are not announcing an anti-gang strike force or improving the courts and correctional system to keep criminals off the streets. Instead, the city is suing firearms manufacturer Glock. Lawsuits…

Original Article Source | Guns.com The U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) is launching its Defensive Pistol Program this spring and offered a sneak peek at SHOT Show. This comprehensive training course is carefully designed to empower participants with essential defensive shooting skills. Participants in the USCCA’s new Defensive Pistol Program will get classroom instruction as well as live-fire training. (All…

Gaston Glock, inventor of the GLOCK Safe-Action Pistol, has passed away at the age of 94. One of a select few individuals who have dramatically changed the firearms industry, Mr. Glock pioneered the use of polymers for pistol frames, re-defined the term ‘reliability’, and methodically advanced the use of defensive handguns around the world. From…

Original Source | The Firearm Blog Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we talked about flying with a carry gun. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I wanted to look at some of the personalities I’ve started to…

SHADOW SYSTEMS DEALER OF THE YEAR — This was an unbelievable start to the year. This was our first time at SHOT Show and we were not disappointed. For those who don’t know, SHOT Show is the nation’s largest professional event for the sport of shooting, hunting, and the outdoor industry. Upon arriving we immediately…

HONORED TO PROTECT AND SERVE THOSE WHO PROTECT AND SERVE We are proud to announce that we are officially a part of the Shadow Systems Patriot + Protector Program! This program supports those who protect and serve on the front line of duty, at home or abroad. Qualified members enjoy special pricing. Please contact us…

You may have noticed from the spec breakdown that not all of these pistols have the same capacity or size. The largest native capacity of the five we have on hand today is the Springfield Hellcat, boasting an impressive 11+1 capacity with its smallest magazine. All of these pistols have extended magazines and, aside from…

We are very excited to announce that we are officially apart of the Glock Blue Label Dealer Program! This program is designed to give first responders a discount on several Glock models. The limit is two firearms per calendar year under the discounted program. The list of qualifying personnel includes: Sworn Law Enforcement officers, including…

As much as we’d like to drop serious coin on tricked out carry guns, sometimes that’s just not feasible. When that’s the case, gun owners must turn to wallet friendly concealed carry models. Diving into guns under $400, I pulled some handgun models from the Guns.com Vault that would make fine additions to any concealed carry arsenal.…

So, I’ve had a fair bit of questions about what firearm I would carry if given the chance between the regular P365 and the P365 XL. Don’t worry you’ll get a definitive answer on that question later on, but I had to include the X-Compact as a twist because not many people see how capable…

The Secret Service has reportedly selected the Glock 19 MOS Gen5 and the Glock 47 MOS Gen5, both in 9x19mm, to replace their current service pistol, the SIG Sauer P229, chambered in .357 SIG. Unconfirmed: Secret Service Goes Glock In 9mm? The P229, in .357 SIG, has been in use since 1999, and the reported move to Glock will also see the…