A Seattle Metro bus driver was fatally stabbed near the University of Washington, with an eyewitness detailing the driver’s attempts to deescalate the situation before the attack. The suspect, identified as 53-year-old Richard Sitzlack, remains at large. SEATTLE, WA (2-minute read) — In the early hours of Wednesday, December 18, 2024, a tragic incident unfolded near the University of Washington ...
We wouldn’t be so bold as to try to divide the history of self-loading pistols into distinctly defined “generations,” as though they were jet fighters or Chevrolet Camaros. On the other hand, it’s pretty easy to divide the manufacturing techniques of semiautos into generations. GENERATIONS The earliest self-loaders date from the dawn of the semiautomatic era, at the end of ...
Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT) is known for custom gunsmithing, especially on firearms produced by Beretta USA. Now they are continuing that legacy with the introduction of a customized version of the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol tactical shotgun. The original A300 Ultima Patrol shotgun was introduced by Beretta at the 2023 SHOT show. It is a gas-operated, semi-automatic, tube-fed defensive shotgun ...
Big Horn Armory is known for its big-bore firearms and is now launching its AR500 Next Gen series. Available as a complete upper assembly or the new AR500 Next Gen Pistol, this line builds on the legacy of the original AR500 Rifle to deliver more power and versatility for discerning shooters and professionals. The AR500 Next Gen complete upper assembly ...
In this review of Speer Gold Dot G2 ammunition, author Yamil Sued tests the 9x19mm Parabellum 147-grain load. Designed for civilian law enforcement, the G2 is an evolution of the incredibly effective Gold Dot line of self-defense ammo. How does the new hollow-point bullet perform? That’s what the author sets out to discover. Ammunition was provided by Speer to the ...
Earlier this year, at the inaugural 5.7 Fest held at Range Ready, home of the Gun Talk folks, we had a chance to try out a wide variety of firearms chambered in 5.7×28 mm with assorted ammunition and related gear. One of the companies providing gear was Steiner Optics, which brought a number of red-dot sights and low-power variable optics ...
Trigger geometry is a mechanical consideration in firearm performance. It influences precision, consistency and ergonomics. While casual shooters may not always consider its importance, professional defensive and competitive shooters recognize the influence it can have when it comes to fire control. Understanding the intricacies and nuances of trigger geometry can further enhance your shooting performance. Trigger geometry encompasses the physical ...
A 12-year-old boy in Milwaukee, WI, who fatally shot a 32-year-old during an argument on December 14, has been cleared of criminal charges by the district attorney, citing self-defense in protection of his mother. MILWAUKEE, WI (1-minute read) — A self-defense incident unfolded in Milwaukee when a 12-year-old boy fatally shot a 32-year-old man during an argument near 51st and ...
The lights flicker and within moments you are in the middle of a survival situation. The unthinkable has happened and your preparations are about to be tested. As days turn into weeks, you begin to realize that help is a very long way off. Your preparations look adequate except for one area: water. Long-term water solutions in emergencies are critical. ...
Davidson’s is one of the nation’s top firearms wholesalers, and now it has collaborated with Ruger to launch an exclusive new rifle. The new Davidson’s Ruger Mini-14 Tactical is chambered in 300 BLK and features a Samson side-folding stock in a matte stainless finish to match the receiver and barrel of the rifle. “Davidson’s is a decades-long partner with Ruger, ...