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The National Shooting Sports Foundation says it will sue Maryland if Governor Wes Moore signs legislation that would ban an entire class of popular handguns, citing the Supreme Court's Heller decision as the basis for the challenge.

Glock's G45 Hunter Edition has been making the rounds in Europe since its debut at EnforceTac and IWA 2025, but American shooters have had no access to it through normal retail channels. I’ve done my fair share of marketing of “The Hulk” here on TFB, since I own one here in Europe. Now GlockStore has imported 198 examples of the Glock 45 Gen5 Hunter Edition, all with the OEM left-hand threaded barrel, giving U.S. buyers a rare window into a limited Glock built for the European market.

SIG Sauer has announced the M400-FORGE in two configurations: a rifle and a pistol. Both are built around the same cold hammer forged 5.56 NATO barrel, TriggerTech trigger, and ROMEO-MSR Gen II optic, with the primary differences coming down to barrel length, gas system, and brace versus stock.

Luke C ( @BallisticAviation⁩) stops by the Henry booth at NRAAM 2026 to speak with George to talk about the newly released .45‑70 Bear’s Leg lever‑action pistol and what it means for the lineup. Today, we’ll talk about how the Bear’s Leg fits into Henry’s lever‑gun ecosystem, its intended role at the range and beyond, and how it stacks up against the rest of the Henry catalog. George also gives us the lowdown on Henry’s updated rimfire offerings, with many updates and even new guns, making this a quick but solid product‑line check‑in for anyone who’s been keeping an eye on one of America’s most prolific lever-action manufacturers.

Today @BallisticAviation speaks with Chad from Murray State College in Oklahoma to talk about one of the most unique gunsmithing programs in the country. As one of the very few programs tied to a fully accredited college, Murray State allows students to pursue a career in firearms and gunsmithing while also earning a real bachelor’s degree. Today, Chad explains how the program is structured, what sets it apart from other gunsmithing schools, and why it’s considered some of the finest instruction in the nation for aspiring gunsmiths.

This question shows up at gun counters more than just about anything else. Someone grabs a box of ammo, notices it says .223 Remington, but their barrel is marked 5.56 NATO, and suddenly they are wondering if they made a mistake. I have watched this exact scenario play out dozens of times, and honestly, I get why people are confused. The cartridges look identical and asking the internet usually gets you either oversimplified garbage or a pressure spec lecture that nobody asked for.

Specialized equipment often reflects very specific mission requirements, and few examples are as niche as the modified Smith & Wesson Model 41 pistols issued for the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird pilot survival kits.

If you frequent the Rimfire Report, you’ll know that over the last few months, we’ve slowly been working our way through the UK’s ELEY .22LR ammunition catalog. This week, we’re back at it again with ELEY Club .22LR 40gr Round Nose. The ammo, as indicated by its name, is intended to be a “club level” ammunition, meaning that it should produce better consistency, performance, and accuracy downrange - provided the shooter can take advantage of it. So let's crack open a bright Orange sleeve of this fancy rimfire ammo and see what it's capable of, and how it measures up to its claims.

Kentucky residents aged 18 to 20 can now apply for a provisional concealed carry license after the state legislature overrode Governor Andy Beshear's veto of House Bill 312 on April 14.

If you have always wanted a 1903A3 rifle to use as a shooter, you may be in luck! The Civilian Marksmanship Program is now selling reclaimed 1903A3 Springfield bolt-action rifles. These guns use receivers salvaged from guns that were, at one time, non-fireable, but now are back in action.

Spring is upon us and that means more of us are venturing out to the gun range to hone our shooting skills. For many of us, that starts with rimfire rifles like those chambered in .22 Long Rifle. Yet, we don’t want youth and miniature versions of firearms to practice with, we want the real deal! So, Savage Arms is delivering to us new firearms with the Model 110 RF in a Magpul, Core Tactical, and Elite Precision offering.

At NRAAM 2026 in Houston, Texas, Hop stopped by to speak to Caleb Giddings about the brand new Taurus RPC pistol: Taurus’ latest entry into the pistol-caliber carbine market. Designed to offer a compact, affordable, and suppressor-ready platform, the RPC is entering the market at a time when it's never been easier to register or purchase an SBR outright. But that also begs the question: Does Taurus' new roller-delayed 9mm PCC bring anything refreshing to the table, or is this just another budget blaster? Today, Caleb will take you through a first-hand closer look at the RPC’s ergonomics, controls, recoil impulse, and overall shootability to see if it’s worth your time and your money.

We recently covered the Canadian military's adoption of a new carbine, the CMAR. That announcement was shortly followed by word that a Colt scope would round out the package: the CMAR 1-6. Colt's new line of civilian optics has now been released, so we can take a look at what they have to offer.

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 182! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.

@BallisticAviation stops by the Dead Air booth to speak to Mike Pappas about their two newest suppressors, the RXD 910Ti and the Nomad Ti OTB, that further round out an already extensive lineup. These cans are designed to serve very different roles; one built around optimized 9mm pistol use with 10mm capability, meanwhile, the Nomad Ti OTB (Over The Barrel) is focused on taming big‑boy rifle cartridges in an ultralight, shorter configuration that helps keep long guns balanced.

Ruger is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a new series of commemorative firearms, including the Magpul X LCP MAX .380 pistol and special editions of several of its other most popular Firearms. From the 10/22 to the Ruger American Rifle Gen II, Mark IV 22/45, and more, this new lineup marks the semiquincentennial with unique finishes, engraved details, and classic Ruger styling.

​ @BallisticAviation is at NRAAM 2026 in Houston, catching up with the sharp-dressed Dave Kiwacka of Hi-Point for the debut of the Hush-Point 30Ti, a DMLS-manufactured low back pressure suppressor with 3 distinct sizes (.22, 9/45 & .30. The Hush-Point line uses gas-venting cores that reduce DI rifle blowback, are compatible with HUB/QD mounts, and will be sold for an MSRP of around $850.

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome back to TFB’s Silencer Saturday, brought to you by Yankee Hill Machine, manufacturers of the new Victra 20-gauge shotgun suppressor. Last week, I participated in a practical rifle match and was shocked at the percentage of guns with suppressors. At least 90% of the competitors had a silencer on their rifle. But what are the pros and cons of that equipment choice?

Taurus is getting into the subgun game with the new RPC. This gun features roller-delayed operation, complete with interchangeable locking pieces. Keep reading for all the details.

In the world of 1911s, there are a number of companies offering quality products for almost every budget. In the world of reasonably priced 1911s, Springfield Armory is one of the top companies making quality factory production handguns and occasionally, they do something a bit different from their standard models. This latest pistol, the 10-8 Master Class 1911 is one of those special variantsand it’s a Lipsey’s exclusive. These guns have a number of unique features compared to other production models, which makes these exclusive models a bit more special, but how does it perform? Let's take a closer look at the Springfield Armory 10-8 Master Class 1911.

Less familiar than legacy platforms, machine guns from Gestamen Arms take the lead during a recent live-fire training in Hungary. The G224 LMG and G762 MG are both made by Gestamen in Hungary. I’m not entirely sure exactly which model is used here, as they look very similar, but they are all using Magpul drum magazines.

When I was a kid growing up around marshes in the northeast, I used to pick up empty shotgun shells whenever I found them in the weeds, left there in duck season. 12 gauge was the norm, with the occasional 10 gauge hull spotted. I never found 20 gauge shells back then, but I did find my fair share of 16 gauge empties—but if I searched those same marshes today, I doubt I’d find any. What happened to the 16 gauge, and will it ever come back to popularity?

Springfield Armory's 1911 Garrison lineup has a new addition. The company has released the 1911 Garrison Target in both 9mm and .45 ACP, a pair of full-size, Government-profile 1911s built on the Garrison's hot salt blued forged steel foundation but fitted with an adjustable rear sight for shooters who want a more precise zero. Both variants carry an MSRP of $999.

FN America are introducing the new PUREVIEW Holographic Micro Red Dot Sight in the US. As we reported yesterday, FN Herstal will be offering the PUREVIEW in Europe. The PUREVIEW is a fully enclosed holographic red dot, powered by a CR2032 for 800 hours (continuous) use, it weighs in at 1.5 oz, will be available in black and FDE and has an MSRP of $749.

While it’s not bronzed in the literal sense of the word, Beretta continues expanding the modernized 80X Cheetah platform with the introduction of the newest Tactical Special Edition. The “80X Cheetah Tactical” is a dual-tone variant that layers additional “tactical” features onto the compact SA/DA .380 ACP design. This special edition features a blacked-out slide, barrel, and grips paired with a bronze anodized aluminum frame, black G10 grip panels, a fiber optic front sight, and a Picatinny rail with two slots. The barrel comes threaded in 1/2x28 with a single-port compensator already mounted from the factory.

Springfield Armory has added a bolt-action pistol variant to its Model 2020 Heatseeker lineup. The new Model 2020 Heatseeker .308 Pistol pairs the proven Model 2020 action with a shortened Sharps Bros chassis configuration, producing a compact, modular platform chambered in .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm NATO). MSRP is set at $1,999.

Today on TFBTV, @Hoplopfheil and @BallisticAviation pit the brand new budget-oriented SIG Sauer M400 Forge against the premium M400-SDI X. The Forge is Achambered in 5.56 NATO, with a 16-inch cold hammer-forged (CHF) barrel (1:7 twist), mid-length gas system, and includes a factory-mounted ROMEO-MSR Gen II red dot optic, 15-inch M-LOK handguard, ambidextrous safety and mag release, fixed Magpul MOE SL stock, and a casette-style single-stage trigger. Weighing about 7 lbs, it offers SIG fans a reliable and capable platform, while still coming in at a price that's about $500 less than the more premium SDI X.

For decades, Henry Repeating Arms has sold the same formula for rimfire rifles: A lever-action .22 LR (or .22 Magnum) that comes with iron sights and traditional styling. You might live in the 21st century, but you can feel and look like someone from a Louis L’Amour novel as you blast away at tin cans. The new Henry H1 Bandit breaks that formula. It’s a lever gun, like most Henry rifles, but it’s made for optics, not irons, and it looks like it’s intended to be the next step up for a learning shooter.

Springfield Armory has announced the addition of a new entry to its SAINT Victor lineup: the SAINT Victor 5.5" 9mm PDW, designed to deliver rugged performance in an extremely compact package. For those of us who consider short 9mm PDWs the pinnacle of firearms, and the author counts himself firmly in that camp, this one is worth a close look. After all, most shooting ranges - or your home - don’t require a long barrel, and hushed 9mms are the best.

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