While concealed carrying a compact handgun is a sound approach to your self-defense needs, there may unfortunately be some scenarios where one could still feel ill-prepared. That’s where the term truck gun (or vehicle gun) enters the chat. A truck gun is exactly what it sounds like: a gun kept in your vehicle. More specifically, a truck gun is traditionally ...
Many shooters view the .223 and 5.56 as identical or at least interchangeable rounds. Well, listed case dimensions are the same, and each will chamber in barrels bored for the other. But that’s not the full story. Do you own an AR like this SAINT? Do you know what ammo to load in it? Hornady engineers tell me the .223 Remington ...
A holiday celebration in Concord, North Carolina turned tragic when a shooting left four people hospitalized and disrupted the annual Christmas tree lighting. Police have identified three suspects and confirmed the violence was not random, stemming from a dispute between known individuals. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE CONCORD, NC (3-minute read) — A community Christmas tree lighting event in Concord, North ...
The thunder of American battleships shaped sea power and world history in the 20th century. From the first U.S. dreadnoughts through the fast Iowas and the never-built Montanas, the United States Navy moved from a nascent power to the most dominant force ever seen on the seas. In this article, I intend to provide a concise, class-by-class look at these battlewagons. The ...
In the 21st century, use of force training for law enforcement officers has become especially challenging. Today’s officers are expected to be proficient in a wide range of control options, use sound judgment, and have a thorough understanding in the judicious use of force. There is simply no getting around the fact that training represents a big piece of the budget ...
Black Friday 2025 is here, and so are the best Black Friday gun deals you’ll find anywhere online. Whether you’re looking to pick up a new handgun, upgrade your everyday carry setup, stock up on ammo, or finally invest in a secure gun safe for your home, we’ve done the work for you. This page brings together the top gun ...
You’ve heard the expression: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Well, the M16A1 wasn’t exactly broke, but after its performance during the Vietnam War the United States Marines Corp requested the M16A1 be “fixed.” Perhaps it would more correct to say modified. A U.S. Marine, from 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Bravo Company, armed with an M16A2 rifle, on a ...
A man with a long criminal history was fatally shot by his nephew in a possible act of self-defense during a violent domestic incident in Mobile County, Alabama. The deceased had allegedly assaulted an ex-girlfriend and threatened others before grabbing knives and charging at his nephew, prompting the shooting. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE MOBILE, AL (3-minute read) — A deadly ...