As the year draws to a close, we’re taking a look at the most-popular “I Carry” videos from 2025, as a “Year in Review” look back at the various kits that caught people’s attention. Clearly, revolvers were quite popular in 2025, with four of the five top slots going to wheelguns. Let’s take a look at these kits, starting with ...

There’s a clarity of purpose when it comes to single-action pistols like the 1911. The single-action was the first type of semi-automatic pistol, and it still remains popular through to today. Sir Winston Churchill claimed such a gun, the Mauser C96, saved his life in the Battle of Omdurman in 1898. On our side of the Atlantic, the 1911 .45 ...

Following last year’s launch of the Ruger RXM, the collaborative effort that resulted in Ruger partnering up with Magpul to produce a polymer-frame, striker-fired 9 mm handgun based on the third-generation Glock G19 pistol, Magpul has now launched a full-size grip module to fit this pistol. Magpul’s original contribution to the RXM project was its EGH, the Magpul Enhanced Handgun ...

Concealed Nation is taking a rare extended vacation from December 24 through January 1, the longest pause in new content since launching in 2013. Regular coverage will resume January 2, with only truly major news possibly breaking through during the break. EDITORIAL NOTICE (2 minute read) — For the first time since Concealed Nation started back in 2013, we are ...

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. announced the return of a legendary American break-action, over/under shotguns with the Ruger Red Label III, renewing Ruger’s dedication to being a full-line manufacturer of firearms. Ruger’s original Red Label was launched in 1977, and had a well-earned reputation for reliability, good looks and American-made quality. Ruger maintains that legacy with the Red Label III, ...

We need to talk about stopping power because there’s a lot of garbage floating around. Misinformation that might get you hurt. Or worse, make you overconfident in your carry gun’s ability to end a fight instantly. Let me clear something up right now. Medical professionals experienced in evaluating gunshot wounds often cannot distinguish between wound paths from common handgun calibers ...

Taurus USA keeps expanding its Raging Hunter Revolver portfolio with new models and chamberings. The latest variant to join its ranks is the new Taurus Raging Hunter chambered for the straight-walled .350 Legend cartridge.  “Adding .350 Legend to the Raging Hunter lineup was a natural step. It gives shooters a modern, straight-walled option with the stout terminal performance they trust ...

To remain sharp over the decades I attend about two or three classes a year from a vetted Grandmaster or tactics instructor. It’s great being a student for a change as I enjoy learning, especially the nuances from the masters who have been there, done that, have the t-shirts and the shorts. You can usually find a very skilled operator ...

Federal prosecutors under the Trump administration are suing Washington DC, claiming the city’s ban on registering many semiautomatic rifles and pistols conflicts with Supreme Court precedent on individual gun ownership. The outcome could reshape how far local governments may go when restricting common firearms that citizens use for lawful defense and sporting purposes. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE WASHINGTON, DC (3-minute ...

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has pardoned country star Jelly Roll, recognizing his transformation from a teen involved in crime and drugs to a chart topping artist and advocate. The pardon helps restore some civil rights and clears barriers to his ongoing touring, outreach and criminal justice work. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE NASHVILLE, TN (2-minute read) — Country artist Jelly Roll ...