While we might hear the terms “machine gun” and “submachine gun” a lot, a more detailed discussion will often touch on the terms “open bolt” and “closed bolt.” But, what do these terms mean? Firearms engineers choose between open and closed bolt configurations based on intended use and performance priorities. Each design offers distinct trade-offs in manufacturing cost, accuracy, and ...
Gifting a gun can be legally permissible under federal law, but only if the recipient is legally allowed to own a gun, and the transfer is handled properly under state and federal regulations. Responsible gifting also means insisting on safe storage and ensuring the recipient understands proper firearm handling and ownership obligations. Guns, for many, represent more than tools: they ...
As World War II progressed, Germany struggled to keep up in the battle against the growing numbers of Allied tanks. While the Wehrmacht’s anti-tank guns were the most formidable weapons of their type on the battlefields of Europe, the cost to manufacture the guns and their ammunition became an unbearable strain for the Reich’s economy. Consequently, the Germans sought lower-cost ...
Glock Gen 6 combines ergonomic improvements; such as RTF6 grip texture, palm swell, enlarged beavertail and flat-faced trigger, with an optic‑ready slide and complete carry package, offering shooters enhanced control, comfort, and adaptability for carry, self-defense, or range use. Glock Gen6: A New Era of Shooter‑Focused Design For decades, Glock pistols have defined reliability, simplicity, and versatility in the world ...
A Chicago man with a concealed carry license opened fire on a teen who allegedly appeared armed during a break in of the man’s vehicle early Monday morning. The teen was hospitalized in fair condition while detectives continue investigating the incident. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE CHICAGO, IL (2 minute read) — A late night in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood took a ...
In today’s article, the author reviews the Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy Compact 9mm pistol. The pistol was loaned to the author for evaluation by the company. We waited in anticipation for the Prodigy Compact with 4.25” length barrel from Springfield Armory to arrive for testing and evaluation. It’s the compact version of the full-size Prodigy, with the major differences being a ...
Here at GunSpot, we use an XD-M Elite Tactical OSP for our videos and it’s one sweet piece. With the flared magwell, threaded barrel, suppressor sights and our U.S. Optics DRS 2.0 mounted, it’s a sharp-looking gun. A solid pistol like the XD-M Elite from Springfield Armory deserves a great weaponlight like the Surefire X300 Ultra. The last piece to the ...