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Buying Guns as Gifts – Legal Concerns and Best Practices

By Jacob Paulsen / December 1, 2022

Where this is the case, the recipient of the firearm (even in the case of a gift) must obtain a state background check before taking possession of the firearm. Most states however, still have no regulation around the transfer of a firearm between two private parties

After 10 Days—What we Know About the Club Q Shooting in Colorado Springs

By Matthew Maruster / November 29, 2022

If you haven’t heard, a mentally damaged, evil man entered a Colorado Springs night club and indiscriminate fired rounds from his rifle at people inside. Unarmed citizens inside the club…

NY Gun Law Loses in Court-AGAIN

By Matthew Maruster / November 23, 2022

Yesterday, United States District Court Judge Sinatra granted a temporary injunction against yet another part of New York’s abominable Concealed Carry Improvement Act (CCIA). You may not be keeping score,…

Officers Shoot Off-Duty Deputy In 3AM Gunfight-Saratoga Springs

By Matthew Maruster / November 21, 2022

What happened during a 3 AM incident in Saratoga Springs, New York provides everyone who carries a firearm in public for self defense, with a couple points to consider. And…

How Old Do You Have to be to Buy or Possess a Firearm?

By Matthew Maruster / November 18, 2022

Have you ever wondered what the minimum age is to buy a gun? Or how old you have to be to possess one? Well, the answer is not as clear…

Oregonians Vote on Gun Control Initiative, Here’s What Happened

By Matthew Maruster / November 17, 2022

Oregonians voted on a ballot initiative in Oregon that would give more power to the State Government, and make it more difficult for the common man to defend himself. Measure…

2022 Firearm Industry Black Friday Sale Guide

By Matthew Maruster / November 15, 2022

Some people look forward to this time of year for the Black Friday discounts that nearly every retailer will surely offer. I have to admit; I don’t look forward to…

No One Should Die in Department Scenario-Based Training

By Matthew Maruster / November 14, 2022

This month, a law enforcement officer unintentionally shot fellow officer Lina Mino in the face during an organized, active shooter scenario training event. Officer Mino didn’t die, but she will…

S7E16: Iron Sights or Red Dots? with Tim Herron Part 2

By Riley Bowman / November 10, 2022

Riley Bowman brings on Tim Herron to discuss a topic that has been popular as of late…red dots or iron sights on handguns. Tim is a USPSA Grand Master and is a national-level top competitor in Single Stack Division. He KNOWS irons sights really well. He also trains hundreds of shooters each year through his training at TimHerronShooting.com. Riley is a bit more comfortable with red dots, but spent the last 6 weeks shooting iron sights getting ready for Production Division Nationals and will bring his perspective as well.

S7E16: Iron Sights or Red Dots? with Tim Herron Part 1

By Riley Bowman / November 8, 2022

Riley Bowman brings on Tim Herron to discuss a topic that has been popular as of late…red dots or iron sights on handguns. Tim is a USPSA Grand Master and is a national-level top competitor in Single Stack Division. He KNOWS irons sights really well. He also trains hundreds of shooters each year through his training at TimHerronShooting.com. Riley is a bit more comfortable with red dots, but spent the last 6 weeks shooting iron sights getting ready for Production Division Nationals and will bring his perspective as well.

Is Tulsi Gabbard an Alt-Right Second Amendment Extremist?

By Matthew Maruster / November 7, 2022

As of 2021, Tulsi Gabbard is no longer the State Representative of Hawaii, and just recently she left the Democratic Party, calling herself an Independant. I just found out that…

Another Reason Avoidance is Best — Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Civil Suit Against Acquitted Kyle Rittenhouse

By Matthew Maruster / November 4, 2022

You would be wrong if you figured Kyle Rittenhouse’s legal battle ended when a court acquitted him of murder and other charges for justifiably shooting 3 men in self defense.…

What is the Legal Definition of Firearm, Receiver, Frame

By Matthew Maruster / November 3, 2022

When discussing or debating any topic, especially one as contentious as guns, it is essential that the people engaged in discussion use agreed upon terms. We can’t properly convey all…

S7E15: Learning Shot Calling in Dry Fire Practice

By Riley Bowman / November 3, 2022

Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss how to work on shot calling in dry fire practice. This is something typically learned and practiced in live fire. But what can we do to help learn and reinforce these skills in dry fire. This was recently featured on the latest Shooter Ready Challenge.

This Person Demonstrates A Dangerous Way to Carry A Gun

By Matthew Maruster / November 2, 2022

I came across a picture of someone open carrying a handgun in an online gun forum. As you might guess, the people in the forum mercilessly ripped the person in…