Author: Gunner Quinn
The Ohio Wildlife Council has officially announced the hunting and trapping dates for the 2025-26 season, featuring critical updates for hunters. Key changes include an increased antlerless deer limit in public areas and adjusted waterfowl dates designed to enhance the hunting experience based on feedback from the community. Among the many details, the deer hunting season runs from September 27, 2025, to February 1, 2026, with youth gun days scheduled for November 22-23, 2025. Waterfowl hunters will see specific adjustments, including an early goose season from September 6-14. Enthusiasts can access a full list of season dates and regulation changes…
Smith & Wesson (NASDAQ:SWBI) struggles with weak post-pandemic demand alongside inflationary pressures and declining consumer sentiment. Despite ongoing claims that new product launches will counteract the sluggish industry landscape, both sales and profitability continue to decline. Analysts suggest that while there may be a potential for recovery with slight improvements in fiscal results, shareholders should brace for possible modest price pullbacks before considering investment. As the company prepares for upcoming quarterly results, investors remain cautious about timing their entries into the market. Read full story at seekingalpha.com Read the full article here
A Milwaukee prosecutor has cleared police officers from Ohio of any criminal wrongdoing in a fatal shooting that occurred last July during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The incident involved a group of Columbus officers who perceived an imminent threat when 43-year-old Samuel Sharpe approached another man while wielding knives. Following an investigation, Milwaukee County District Attorney Kent Lovern stated that the officers acted within the law, which allows for the use of deadly force to prevent serious harm. The shooting, although not directly connected to the convention, raised concerns among local residents about the involvement of out-of-state law…
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) reports a 3.4% year-over-year decline in adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) checks for April 2025, with totals reaching 1,174,290. This marks a continuation of a downward trend noted since October 2024, with April being the 69th consecutive month to record over one million sales-related background checks, highlighting the persistent interest in firearm purchases among Americans. In addition to the overall decline, Texas, Florida, California, Pennsylvania, and Colorado lead the nation in both adjusted NICS and FBI NICS handgun checks. Notably, the unadjusted FBI NICS figure for April 2025 decreased by 2.1%…
A partnership between community activists, police, and residents in East Harlem has successfully reduced gun violence, achieving its lowest levels since 2019. From 2023 to 2024, the area experienced a 30% decline in shootings, compared to a citywide drop of just 7%, illustrating the effectiveness of grassroots initiatives and targeted policing strategies. Community programs like the “Cornerstone” initiative, funded by the city, have played a crucial role in fostering trust and providing youth with safe recreational spaces. As experts point out, sustained communication and collaboration among local nonprofits, law enforcement, and residents are essential in maintaining this progress, even as…
Velo3D, Inc. has announced a strategic agreement with Ohio Ordnance Works, Inc. to provide cutting-edge support for a 3D Printed Military Weapons Development initiative. As part of this collaboration, Velo3D will deploy its expertise in additive design and application engineering to optimize military weapon components, facilitating a streamlined production process that meets the rigorous demands of the defense sector. This partnership aims to innovate the design and manufacturing phases of military components, potentially accelerating the delivery of high-performance parts to the armed forces. By harnessing Velo3D’s advanced 3D printing technology, Ohio Ordnance Works aspires to produce complex, reliable weapon systems…
A Fixed-Blade Feast Sharps Bros. has also served its innovative styling in a trio of fixed blades. The Meanstreak 3.5 Fixed-blade is an all-purpose knife as content working in the field as an EDC in urban environs. Served up with a 3.5″ Crucible S35VN stainless steel blade, this fixer features a hefty finger guard with comfortable curves in a sturdy, full-tang handle design. The Meanstreak 3.5 Fixed Blade’s deeply ground Clip Point blade has jimping on the base of the rear spine for enhanced purchase and allows the user to choke up the blade for tough cutting chores. In the…
Armed Citizen® Today An armed teenager who entered a private-aircraft terminal at the Texarkana Regional Airport was disarmed and held at gunpoint by an armed pilot, who was later praised for his quick response and decisive action by local law enforcement officials. The teen, who was armed with a handgun and a rifle, entered the terminal at about 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4, and demanded a plane. A staffer in the private terminal told the teenager she would help him but entered a back office and called 911. Frustrated by the lack of action, the suspect left the terminal…
This week Cal talks about Grizzly bears, dog poo and penguins, the Slovakia method and so much more. Check out the new “Cal of the Wild” T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Week in Review Merch Read the full article here
Heckler & Koch is an interesting brand within the American shooting landscape. The German maker has wide respect among shooters—with multiple iconic models associated with legendary military units and police SWAT teams. And it would be challenging to find a blockbuster action movie that did not prominently feature an H&K firearm; however, it is almost an in-joke among H&K’s dedicated U.S. fan base that the company seems indifferent to its demands. HK USA has had the difficult job of trying to import firearms and parts to a hungry U.S. market, navigating both German and U.S. firearm import/export laws, exchange rates…