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Category Observations


Rifle

SHOT Show Vaporware: 9 Guns That Never Were

We take a look at various guns announced at previous SHOT Shows that never quite made it into production and seemingly disappeared. (Read)

Shotgun

2023 Gun Industry Trends: What’s Hot?

We take a look into what's hot for 2023 and which trends we think are sticking around for awhile. Come take a peek... (Read)

AR-15

How Do People Choose Their First Gun?

We take a look at some considerations most people look at when selecting their very first gun. From price to trigger pull, come see what we found! (Read)

Fun

A Zombie Retrospective: How the Undead Became Cool

We look at the zombies of the early and mid-2000s and the impact this pop culture fad had on the gun, gear, and ammo industries. (Read)

Observations

History of Homemade Guns: From Zip Guns to 80% Kits

We look at the history of homemade firearms and what the future has in store for do-it-yourself, at-home gun makers. (Read)

80%

80% Lowers & Kit Sales Spike in 2021

We investigate the increase in 80% sales to see what retailers are experiencing and what the spike in sales is rooted in. (Read)

Observations

AAPI GO, Asian American Gun Group, Fights for 2A

We sit down and chat with Asian American and Pacific Islander Gun Owners co-founder Scott Kane to talk about the advocacy group's mission. (Read)

Observations

Constitutional Carry’s Impact on CCW Classes

Has Constitutional Carry made it tougher for gun instructors in the U.S.? Are concealed carry businesses tanking? We find out! (Read)

Rifle

Pistol Caliber Carbines: Why the Rise in Popularity?

We look at why pistol caliber carbines are on the rise and what the advantages are to this style of firearm. Come see why you might want a PCC... (Read)

AR-15

AR-15 Forward Assist: What It Does & Do You Need One?

Should your rifle have a forward assist? We walk you through what a forward assist does and tell you whether it's worth having on your AR-15. (Read)

Ammo

FBI Ammo Test Protocol: How It Shaped the Industry

We break down what the FBI's ammo test protocol is and how this battery of tests changed the firearm and ammunition industries. (Read)

Concealed Carry

Can Customizing Your CCW Get You in Legal Trouble?

We take a look at whether tricking out and upgrading your concealed carry pistol can land you in hot water in court. Come see what we learned! (Read)

Observations

Does Martial Arts Make You a Better Shooter?

We explore the connection between martial arts training and gunfighting and whether your kung-fu skills can improve your shooting. (Read)

News

Online Gun Classes: Are More Students E-Learning?

2020 saw a surge in gun ownership, but has online gun training witnessed the same increase? We talk to a few online venues to find out. (Read)
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