Back in 2006 I wrote in my introduction to the book “Battle Rattle” about the future of load carriage and my prediction that one day we would no longer sew fabric together but rather use either glue or welding to form our gear. Beecher Tactical has taken it in a different direction and used additive […]
a short story about revolvers, music and diy ethicmy famly has for a good ammount of time asked why i like/carry a revolver, i could never fully tell them why, somthing about one just feels truly safe, needless to say ive for the longest time tried to understand this part of myself, semi autos are better after all (arguably) today, i was working on my edc revolver, the one a carry on a dayly basis (and also the only gun i own at a young, 19) a guy i was with for a long time had, snapped the insi
AP5-N SBR Project: Phase 1, Steps 1-3Step 1 — Install RCM 100° Locking PieceLocking piece and rollers arrived today. Install was straightforward, just the two push pins on the rear assembly (one large on the end cap, one small on the lower). No issues.Step 2 — Measure Bolt GapAfter reassembly, I re-measured bolt gap and got 0.45 mm.Step 3 — Adjust RollersThat’s just above the ideal range (0.25–0.40 mm), but still within the acceptable range (0.25–0.50 mm), so I left the stock +0 rollers in place
Phase 1, Step 4 — Reliability Test (No Stock)Took the AP5-N out for live fire testing after installing the 100° locking piece.Ammo / results:124gr Blazer30 rounds, MKE magNo failures115gr Blazer30 rounds, MKE mag2 FTEs which also resulted in crushed brass during cyclingAll other rounds functioned normally25 rounds, Mora Arms mag1 FTE25 rounds, Mora Arms mag2 FTEsPhotos show a consistent pattern: the case is extracting, but not clearing the ejection port before the bolt returns, which is what’s c
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The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding a case that could impact gun owners in Arizona who smoke marijuana.
This question shows up at gun counters more than just about anything else. Someone grabs a box of ammo, notices it says .223 Remington, but their barrel is marked 5.56 NATO, and suddenly they are wondering if they made a mistake. I have watched this exact scenario play out dozens of times, and honestly, I get why people are confused. The cartridges look identical and asking the internet usually gets you either oversimplified garbage or a pressure spec lecture that nobody asked for.So let's
MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE, Calif. – In a classroom here, Soldiers learned that on today’s battlefield, even a small drone can present a serious threat. Through small unmanned aircraft systems training, they sharpened the skills needed to identify, report, and respond to emerging aerial dangers. To increase readiness on an evolving battlefield, Mel Pilapil, an […]
Specialized equipment often reflects very specific mission requirements, and few examples are as niche as the modified Smith & Wesson Model 41 pistols issued for the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird pilot survival kits.In March 1967, the U.S. Air Force ordered a limited batch of 30 pistols configured for downed aircrew scenarios. These were factory-modified with threaded barrels and slide-lock mechanisms, and delivered with suppressors and spare magazines. The intent was to provide a low-signature
<p>The DOJ is backing away from a Biden-era rule targeting private gun sales, marking a significant shift in Second Amendment policy.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/doj-drops-appeal-biden-gun-sales-rule/">DOJ Backs Out Of Fight To Save President Biden’s ‘Engaged In The Business’ Rule</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
If you frequent the Rimfire Report, you’ll know that over the last few months, we’ve slowly been working our way through the UK’s ELEY .22LR ammunition catalog. This week, we’re back at it again with ELEY Club .22LR 40gr Round Nose. The ammo, as indicated by its name, is intended to be a “club level” ammunition, meaning that it should produce better consistency, performance, and accuracy downrange - provided the shooter can take advantage of it. So let's crack open a bright Orange sleeve of
Taurus has just launched the RPC, a 9mm PCC with a roller-locked action.The post First Look: Taurus RPC Roller-Delayed PCC appeared first on Gun Digest.
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD., Apr. 20, 2026 8:00 AM EDT — X-Bow Systems Inc (X-Bow), the leading non-traditional producer of solid rocket motors (SRMs), sub-orbital launch solutions and defense technologies, today announced a significant industry milestone at the Sea-Air-Space Expo 2026: the successful firing of a full SRM using its in-house designed Electronic Ignition Safety Device […]
<p>Holstra is making waves with a budget-friendly appendix carry holster that delivers solid retention, adjustability, and concealment.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/holstra-holster-review-affordable-appendix-carry/">Holstra Holster Review: Affordable Appendix Carry Done Right</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Glock 17 Gen 6 9mm Pistol. Img Duncan JohnsonMaryland Democrats are not stopping at banning illegal Glock switches. They are moving to ban the sale and transfer of common striker-fired handguns used by countless law-abiding Americans, and now the opposition is starting to line up. NSSF said Monday it is prepared to take legal action if Gov. Wes Moore signs the legislation, while Maryland Shall Issue and NRA-ILA have already been warning that the bill sweeps far beyond criminals and squarely at o
Key TakeawaysA homeowner in Woodland Hills confronted two suspects attempting to steal his Chevrolet Camaro early Friday, resulting in a shootout.The suspects exchanged gunfire with the homeowner, who returned fire; bullet holes and shell casings were found at the scene.Blood on the Camaro may indicate at least one suspect was injured, but LAPD hasn’t confirmed injuries or apprehended the suspects yet.Experts advise staying inside when facing property crimes, as confronting armed suspects
SRC Tactical offers padded boxer briefs (for men and women) designed for comfort with carrying concealed. There are three models: appendix, three o’clock, and five o’clock, depending on where you carry your firearm. As you can see there’s a Fast Draw Channel cutout padding which keeps your pistol and holster from rubbing you raw as […]
Kentucky residents aged 18 to 20 can now apply for a provisional concealed carry license after the state legislature overrode Governor Andy Beshear's veto of House Bill 312 on April 14.The bill creates a two-tier licensing system. Adults 21 and over will continue to obtain standard concealed carry licenses under existing law, while 18 to 20-year-olds will be eligible for provisional licenses that require completion of a firearms training course. The Kentucky State Police will administer the
New FBI LEOKA data show felonious officer deaths fell in 2025 and were down again in early 2026. Here’s the trend and what may be driving it. iStock-1203186874In 2025, the number of officers feloniously killed fell to its lowest level since 2020. According to the Crime Prevention Research Center’s review of FBI LEOKA data, 53 officers were feloniously killed in 2025, down 17.2% from 2024. Early 2026 data also point lower, with 10 officers feloniously killed in the first three months of the year,