Ohio’s House Bill 460 proposes allowing elected officials and judges with concealed carry permits to bring firearms into government buildings, aiming to enhance personal safety for public officials. Critics question why average citizens remain barred from carrying in the same spaces, fueling debate over equal self-defense rights. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE COLUMBUS, OH (3-minute read) — Ohio lawmakers are advancing ...

Cold Steel recently showcased a new folding knife, the Cold Steel Recon XL. This larger-sized folding knife measures 12.25 inches overall and has a clip-point blade manufactured from XHP/CPM steel. The blade measures 5.25 inches and is finished with a matte black PVC coating and is 3.8mm thick. Backing up this massive blade is Cold Steel’s Tri-Ad locking mechanism that ...

We love to see the diversity of backgrounds and military/first responder pedigrees of the various brands we cover in the column. But this particular installment of Veteran Vices represents all four branches of the military, as well as the U.S. Intelligence Community — the latter being a first for this column. The founders of Four Branches Bourbon embody a rich ...

Having worked as a men’s clothier for the better part of 40 years, my father bemoaned a type of customer he termed “the designer.” This was the kind of guy that would run his hand over a jacket and announce he’d buy it, but only if it were a slightly different color, made of a totally different material, or if ...

The small-frame revolver has been a mainstay of everyday carry and personal protection in the U.S. for the better part of two centuries. They’re not the easiest of guns to shoot, but they have an uncomplicated manual of arms and are easy to carry, which is why they remain popular. Some simple improvement can be made to them to make ...

Hey everyone, this is Shooting Illustrated bringing you another episode of “I Carry.” In today’s feature, we’re taking a look at the new Kahr Arms X9 9 mm pistol and some related gear. Let’s take a closer look at this setup: Firearm: Kahr X9 (MSRP: $549) Long known for small, single-stack concealable 9 mm pistols, Kahr Arms launched a first ...

A quick look at the limited series Smith & Wesson 500 Emergency Kit from CNC Firearms. If you find yourself venturing into bear country but don’t like packing iron on your hip, having a gun nearby is the next best thing. What better way to stay prepared than with a custom box of anti-bear goodies? That’s what CNC Firearms is ...

Vortex is continuing to roll out new optics, and the latest is the Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot. Vortex has fully committed to the enclosed micro red dot trend, as the company has just announced the Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot, the fourth model in its catalog. The first Vortex enclosed micro red dot was the Viper, designed for shotguns, ...

A deadly home invasion in South Phoenix ended with five people shot and three fatalities after a resident exchanged gunfire with armed intruders. The suspects were killed during the incident, while the homeowner and another person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE PHOENIX, AZ (3-minute read) — Three people are dead and two more were injured after a violent ...

Reptilia is releasing a G-Plate optics mount for the Glock G19 and a SIG Sauer Romeo X sight. Originally developed for a specialized user group, this purpose-built mounting plate allows shooters to install the SIG Sauer Romeo X optic on their Glock G19 slide without any permanent modifications, offering a streamlined solution for low-visibility carry and mission-ready configurations. The G-Plate ...