“Yes!” Scott’s answer to our invitation out to The Armory Life headquarters to receive this year’s “Cantius Award” as our contributor of the year was emphatic and unhesitating. I would soon learn that Scott’s enthusiasm was driven not only by his appreciation for being selected as our winner, but also because of the photo shoot we had planned to support his acceptance ...
Editor’s Note: This article is intended to be informational only. Please seek qualified self-defense training and follow all federal, state and local laws. Situational awareness is more than just looking around. It’s about seeing threats early and making decisions that keep you safe. The trained warrior mindset is to know that either you control your environment, or your environment controls you. ...
A federal appeals court has upheld Illinois’ ban on concealed firearms aboard public transportation, stating it aligns with historical regulations on sensitive areas. The decision reverses a previous ruling and reinforces the state’s ability to enforce firearm restrictions in crowded, enclosed environments like buses and trains. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE CHICAGO, IL (3-minute read) — A federal appeals court has ...
Police at UMass Lowell ordered a shelter-in-place after reports of an armed individual near a dorm on South Campus. Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are assisting in the search as students remain indoors. LOWELL, MA (3-minute read) — Police activity at UMass Lowell brought classes and campus life to a halt on Wednesday after reports surfaced of a ...
Making one’s own practice or match ammunition is a rewarding and cost-saving way to enjoy the shooting sports. In the case of precision rifle ammunition, a more accurate cartridge developed for a specific rifle will theoretically perform better than factory-produced ammunition that must work well in a wide range of rifles. A pressure barrel and the lathe that was used ...
A Harris County man has been charged with murder after a reckless game involving Kevlar helmets and a rifle led to the death of his friend. The bizarre incident underscores the fatal consequences of mishandling firearms and ignoring basic safety protocols. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HARRIS COUNTY, TX (2-minute read) — A shocking, moronic and fatal incident unfolded in Harris ...
A 42-year-old man in Houston has been charged with murder after fatally shooting an 11-year-old boy who was running away from a doorbell prank. Authorities say the boy was participating in a “ding dong ditch” game when he was shot in the back while fleeing the suspect’s home. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HOUSTON, TX (3-minute read) — A Texas man ...
I’ve been watching Springfield Armory from afar for quite some time and have seen the company continue to grow. I’m not referring to simply revenue and spreadsheets, but instead growth in product breadth and capabilities. In my opinion, they’ve been doing it right for many years now. No fluff or smoke here — Springfield continues to raise the bar. The ...