Author: Gunner Quinn
An Oakland Cybertruck owner survives a violent armed robbery and attributes his escape to the vehicle’s unconventional door design, which the assailant struggled to open. The owner, identified as EctoSlymer, reveals that he was targeted because of the perceived high value of his Cybertruck, as the robber had received a tip-off about his vehicle being parked. During the harrowing encounter, the gunman threatened EctoSlymer’s life while demanding money, but the complex door mechanism prevented him from reaching inside the vehicle. In his account shared on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum, EctoSlymer expresses disbelief at surviving the encounter and notes that…
Amid tough economic conditions, National Rifle Association partner PenFed Credit Union managed to pull off an impressive first-quarter showing in 2025, with the company touting increased earnings, capital and liquidity, according to a PenFed press release. “PenFed is proud to report it exceeded its first quarter business goals. Compared to the first quarter of the prior year, current quarter’s net income was $59.3 million versus $23.1 million, an increase of 156 percent; regulatory capital was 10.05 percent versus 9.26 percent, and liquidity increased from 12.6 percent to 14.5 percent,” PenFed President and CEO James Schenck said. “PenFed is committed to…
Armed Citizen® Today A resident of a two-story, four-unit apartment block in St. Louis, Mo., defended himself from his downstairs neighbor, who allegedly forced their way into the upstairs apartment, according to police. Officers say that the evidence suggests that the downstairs neighbor attempted to force his way into the back door of the upper apartment. The upstairs resident was home and armed with a rifle at the time of the incident, and when the downstairs neighbor entered the residence, the resident opened fire, fatally wounding the intruder. Authorities clarified that they believed it to be a case of forced…
Welcome to another “American Rifleman” Gun Of The Week video. Today, we’re hitting the range with a brand-new lever-action rifle from Savage Arms. The Revel is a rimfire lever gun that’s made in North America and loaded with features that belie its affordable price point. Watch our video above to see it in use on the range. Savage Arms has extended the Revel line for 2025 with the inclusion of the DLX model, as seen above, featuring an upgraded walnut stock and improved underlever. Savage Arms, of course, has a history with the lever-action concept. Arthur Savage, when he set…
Hosts Brody Henderson, Cory Calkins, and Corinne Schneider recap Cory and Corinne’s TX aoudad hunt, chat with Froylan Hernandez of Texas Parks and Wildlife about bighorn sheep in the region, get letters from the turkey woods frontline, order from the MeatEater Menu, and talk with Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks’ Scott Thompson about aerial big game surveys. Read the full article here
Students from Florida State University led a march to the state Capitol this week, advocating for the preservation of existing restrictions on young people’s access to firearms. The demonstration underscores growing concerns over potential legislative efforts to ease gun purchase laws, particularly in light of recent incidents of gun violence in the state. Supporters emphasize the importance of maintaining safeguards that prevent minors and young adults from easily acquiring firearms, particularly following the tragic legacy of the Parkland High School shooting. With emotional testimonies and impactful signage, the rally aims to draw attention to the need for responsible gun laws…
The roller coaster of turkey season can sometimes literally go up and down. Brent’s got two prime examples of that this week when a self-proclaimed Yankee finds himself between a Southern local and gobbling turkeys. Not to be outdone, Brent’s climbing the hills with one of his good friends in search of their very first turkey–a memorable hunt indeed! It’s time for MeatEater’s “This Country Life” podcast. Read the full article here
The Shreveport Police Department’s Vice Unit uncovers a stash of illegal narcotics and firearms during a recent investigation at a vape store on Youree Drive. The operation, prompted by complaints about juveniles possessing vaping products, results in the arrest of Yusef Ghazawneh, charged with distribution of narcotics and possession of controlled substances while armed. The department emphasizes its commitment to protecting youth and plans to intensify efforts against illegal drug distribution. Chief Wayne Smith states that collaborating with state and federal partners is crucial to take down operations like this to ensure community safety. For anyone with information related to…
Via an e-mail from reader Richard T., I recently had a special request to write an article. His request: “From a 1975 The Mother Earth News magazine, I found an obscure reference to the Crosley “Icy Ball” refrigerator and a search found it mentioned in a SurvivalBlog article from 2009. I followed the link in the article which led me on to research it some more. Using “Crosley Icy Ball refrigerator” as a search phrase in Youtube I found several short videos on it. I then discovered this was not a lost technology but this is how RV and propane…
A 27-year-old Philadelphia man, Nafis Lloyd-Allen, pleads guilty to multiple firearm-related charges stemming from a traffic stop in Lower Merion Township. Lloyd-Allen admitted to possessing a stolen Glock 9mm handgun after police discovered it during a search of the vehicle he was driving, which was flagged for erratic behavior. Now awaiting sentencing, he could face up to 14 years in prison, although sentencing guidelines may allow for a lesser sentence. During the June 2024 traffic stop, officers detected the odor of marijuana and noted Lloyd-Allen’s nervous demeanor. He eventually revealed that he had stolen the gun from a co-worker at…