For years we’ve been told we can’t make things here anymore. That American buyers are monogamously married to only the cheapest Chinese crap. The world of firearms has some exceptions, but many of these are due to import regulations rather than market forces. One such exception is optics, but that world has always been a bit bipolar. It’s one of ...

In collaboration with Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., Talo Distributors has just launched a new special edition model of the Ruger SR1911, the 9mm Talo Ruger SR1911 CCO pistol. The limited edition Talo Ruger SR1911 CCO is a two tone version of the single stack Ruger SR1911 built around a lightweight aluminum compact “Officer” sized frame and a “Commander” size ...

CCI Ammunition is coming out with the all-new Suppressor Max 22 LR cartridge. This small-game load is designed for optimal accuracy, terminal performance and noise reduction when fired through a firearm equipped with a rimfire suppressor. The hollowpoint bullet ensures effective segmentation on impact, even at its low-decibel, subsonic 970 fps muzzle velocity.  “Whisper-quiet yet powerful rimfire performance is now ...

The purpose of carrying a handgun for self-defense is to have and not need, as opposed to needing and not having — especially when facing a deadly physical threat. However, there are times when you shouldn’t necessarily use a gun. A firearm is just one of many different kinds of defensive tools. Despite their capabilities, they may not necessarily be ...

Federal Ammunition has been awarded contracts to supply several Canadian law enforcement organizations with handgun and rifle ammunition for training and duty purposes. The agreements will supply the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Parks Canada, Correctional Services Canada and Canada Border Services Agency with up to 10 million rounds of 9mm training, 9mm duty handgun and .308 Win. rifle ammunition ...

It’s a simple fact of life that smaller guns are easier to carry and easier to keep out of sight, which makes a micro-compact-sized pistol a popular choice for concealed carry. Here’s what’s new in this market for 2025.  Canik | Mete MC9 PrimeThe popular Mete line gets a useful makeover in this new model sporting many features normally found ...