Category: Op-Ed

There’s something timeless about pairing a rumbling cruiser with a full-metal revolver strapped to your side. While the broader gun world has largely embraced high-capacity polymer pistols, a noticeable slice of motorcycle riders—particularly in American cruiser circles—still reaches for revolvers. It’s not just nostalgia; it’s a blend of practicality, aesthetics, and deep cultural roots. The […]

I used to think running to Home Depot for a bag of mulch or some tools was one of the most harmless errands you could do. Not anymore. If you’ve shopped at these big-box stores in Connecticut recently, your license plate is likely being photographed and logged every single time you pull in or out […]

First one industry manufacturer gently made the company formerly known as Partisan change their name due to a conflicting Trademark.  Now another manufacturer has claimed to own the acronym used by millions to describer the Forced Reset Trigger.  Now no company can every use that particular acronym again.  Partisan has pivoted by now calling their […]

For decades, the U.S. Postal Service enforced a blanket ban on mailing handguns that dated back nearly a century. It felt like just another outdated restriction chipping away at our constitutional rights. Then Gun Owners of America stepped in — and won. In the case Shreve v. USPS, the courts finally forced the Postal Service […]

If you’ve been to the range or checked your favorite online ammo retailer lately, you’ve probably noticed the sting: a box of 9mm that felt like a deal last year now hits a little harder in the wallet. According to fresh market tracking, we’re seeing steady increases tied directly to tariffs on raw materials and […]

If you’ve spent any time in the firearms world, you’ve likely heard the endless debate: AR-15 vs. AK-47. One offers world-class ergonomics and modularity; the other offers legendary “it-just-works” reliability. But what if you didn’t have to choose?  Robinson Armament, the visionary behind the SCAR program, created the XCR to include AK-like internals and a […]

It’s not the headline you might expect in 2026, but the numbers and stories don’t lie. A growing number of liberals, Democrats, people of color, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals are heading to gun shops and ranges—not out of a sudden love for traditional gun culture, but driven by fear, self-protection, and a rethinking of what […]

I’ll be honest — when a story mixes military deployments, operational security, and a viral TikTok from a stripper with nearly a million followers, it’s going to get attention. Fast. That’s exactly what happened this week after Charm Daze, a dancer based in San Diego, posted a raw video that’s now making the rounds. In […]

For decades, the $200 tax acted as a deterrent, often discouraging first-time buyers despite suppressors’ proven benefits for hearing protection, reduced recoil, improved accuracy, and less disturbance to game or neighbors during hunts. Now, with the tax gone: Suppressors are even more appealing for hunters—allowing shots without ear protection while maintaining situational awareness and reducing […]

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) launched an ambitious, high-budget effort to hire thousands of new deportation officers. According to reports, the agency planned to invest $100 million over one year in a so-called “wartime recruitment” push. This campaign heavily targets military enthusiasts, veterans, and individuals interested in guns, tactical gear, and patriotic content—mirroring many […]