Daily Archives: Jul 4, 2026

Image Credit to Wikimedia Commons Can three letters truly generate so much confusion? In the AR‑15 case, that response is a definite yes. From dinner‑table arguments to congressional hearings, the rifle has been demonized and glorified much of the time on the strength of arguments that do not pass the...

Image Credit to Wikimedia Commons What must a military sidearm possess to become legendary? Raw stopping power, perhaps some decades of service in combat, or is it confidence-inspiring power that makes the wielder feel invincible? The American military past provides some fascinating insight into how some handguns came to represent...

Image Credit to Wikimedia Commons How can a gun be promising in the catalog but simply fail on the range? For most shooters, the difference between promise and performance is vast and expensive. Even well-regarded manufacturers have their clunkers from time to time that fall short on ergonomics, reliability, or...