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Supreme Court Grants Certification in Second Amendment Concealed-Carry Case

Today the U.S. Supreme Court decided to hear an NRA-backed case challenging New York’s restrictive concealed-carry-licensing regime.

Colorado Man Kills Bear in Self Defense

A Colorado man was forced to act in defense of his life, and the life of his pet.

Mountain Lion Killed with Bow in Self-Defense

After purchasing an over-the-counter archery-elk tag for an area near Gunnison, Colo., Florida resident Trevor Brown experienced quite the high-country initiation for a first-time bowhunter.

BullShooters: Will Birdshot Penetrate a Wall?

Jeff Johnston has often heard that homeowners looking for a home defense round should use a shotgun “with birdshot” because it won’t penetrate walls and therefore can't hurt family members in other rooms. But does that theory really hold up?

Homeowner Defeats Burglar with Bear Spray, Shotgun

According to reports, a Washington man was able to apprehend a young burglar earlier this week. Our protagonist's tools of the trade: bear mace and a trusty shotgun.

North American Arms Black Widow Mini Revolver

For the trail, for personal protection or just for fun, the Black Widow proves bigger may not always be better.

Carrying While Hunting

Do you carry a sidearm when you're hunting? Dave Campbell tackles this much-debated practice.

Does Joe Biden's Shotgun Tip Hold Any Truth?

A Washington state man recently arrested for the illegal discharge of a firearm tried to tell police that he'd been adhering to the Vice President's rather questionable self-defense advice.

Farmer's Shotgun Blast Halts Rabid Bear

Some marvel at the terminal energy of the .338 Lapua. Others do the same for the .50 BMG. Personally it's the versatility and power of the 12-gauge shotgun that most intrigues me. Its close-range energy is just devastating—the equivalent of about four simultaneous rounds of .45 ACP.

Buck Compact Vantage Force Tactical Knives

Buck Knives' new Vantage Force series offers the latest advances in tactical design and innovation for those in need of a lightweight folding knife.

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