Author: Gunner Quinn
The Old Montana Prison Museum is hosting its Semi-Annual Gun Show from May 23 to 25 at the Pen Convention Center in Deer Lodge, offering a unique opportunity for firearm enthusiasts. The event features comprehensive hours—Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—and emphasizes compliance with all local and federal firearm laws. This biennial event not only showcases a variety of firearms but also serves as a gathering point for local collectors and hobbyists looking to connect. With the show taking place over the Memorial Day weekend,…
Two customers successfully confront an armed suspect during an attempted robbery at Regions Bank in Baton Rouge on Thursday morning. Witnesses report that the incident unfolded around 10:15 a.m. when a man entered the bank with a handgun, demanding money from tellers. In a remarkable display of courage, the two patrons engaged the robber in a violent struggle, managing to disarm him before police arrived on the scene. Fortunately, no customers sustained injuries during the altercation, and one of the good Samaritans is now inspired to pursue a career as a police officer. This act of bravery highlights the pivotal…
A businessman in Scunthorpe experiences a harrowing robbery when a gang from London confronts him outside his home, brandishing a replica gun. The incident, described as “terrifying” by police, unfolds just after 4 PM on November 28, 2023, as the victim is approached and assaulted by four men, leaving him with injuries and significant fear for his safety. Following a 22-day trial, the gang members — Vincent Bennett, Sukhvinder Singh-Degwa, Mark Baguena, and Safin Mohammed — receive sentences ranging from seven to nine years for their crimes. Investigators reveal that the gang had planned the attack for days, highlighting a…
North Dakota officials announce the availability of deer hunting license applications for the 2025 season, with a deadline set for June 4 at 11:59 PM. This year, the state has made just over 42,000 licenses available, a reduction of 7,800 compared to the previous year, reflecting changes in wildlife management and population assessments. The deer hunting season will open on November 7 and continue through November 23, offering hunters a chance to participate in one of the state’s most popular outdoor activities. With a shorter application window and fewer licenses up for grabs, interested hunters are encouraged to apply early…
Two Wisconsin hunters, Eliot Babino of Platteville and Cody Kabus of Independence, receive the prestigious 2024 Ethical Hunter Award from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for their commendable actions during deer hunts. The awards ceremony, held on April 17, highlights Babino’s integrity in returning lost firearms to their rightful owners and Kabus’s commitment to ethical hunting by ensuring a wounded deer was given to its rightful bowhunter. This award, established in 1997, emphasizes the importance of ethical hunting practices in Wisconsin and showcases the vital role the community plays in recognizing exemplary conduct among hunters. According to Lt.…
A recent KIRO 7 investigation uncovers a troubling rise in gun violence among teenagers in King County, Washington, where 58 youths aged 11 to 17 have been killed since 2017, with most incidents involving other teens pulling the trigger. The report highlights a disturbing pattern of repeated offenses, as many teens, like a 15-year-old arrested with a stolen firearm after a drive-by shooting, are released under current state laws that allow multiple arrests for gun possession without significant consequences. Law enforcement officials, including former homicide detective Cloyd Steiger, express concern over the legal loopholes that enable repeat offenders, emphasizing the…
Derya Arms, a Turkey-based gun manufacturer, opened a new 15,000 sq.-ft. firearm factory in Jacksonville, Fla., earlier this year. Last month, it took another big step in establishing its dedication to the domestic market by officially joining the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) as part of its expansion into the United States. It is the first Turkey-based company to join SAAMI with its American manufacturing facility. The company was established in Beysehir, Turkey, in 1998 and has grown to become the nation’s largest shotgun manufacturer. It also produces pistols and rifles and is currently second in total production…
Modern Marlin In 1969 Marlin operations moved to North Haven. A new Model 1895 followed, with cut rifling (for cast bullets). A pistol-grip stock and micro-groove rifling came next. Marlin installed a cross-bolt hammer-block safety on all centerfire lever rifles. Cut checkering appeared in 1994. Variants of the 1895 included a short Guide Gun (also in .450 Marlin) and a Cowboy with a long octagon barrel. Why the 1895? Product Manager Eric Lundgren, who’d worked at Remington, said .45-70 sales had been brisk. And Ruger’s rendition would be the only stainless lever rifle around. The more common 1893 and its…
Universal Coin & Bullion (UCB) attended the 154th NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Atlanta, Ga., and company president Dr. Mike Fuljenz, known widely as America’s Gold Expert, highlighted his positive experience in his monthly Metals Market Report. “We just returned from a large NRA convention in Atlanta,” Fuljenz began the report. “The level of interest and enthusiasm for our products by the public was palpable, considering the price of gold is up 25% in 2025.” At the Annual Meetings, UCB held its 14th Freedom First Financial Seminar, where a panel of experts, including Fuljenz, provided detailed information regarding gold,…
Bon Vivant We used to drive around back country roads, ostensibly varmint hunting but mainly to talk guns and shooting. Sometimes we’d pull over to sit on the tailgate with coffee and sandwiches we had made. I remember how Barrie would relish a sandwich, savoring each bite (“Is this ever good!”) as though it was some great chef’s signature dish. Meanwhile I’d be thinking, “Good heavens, man! It’s baloney and cheese on store bought bread!” I guess I don’t have the gift. Around 1966, when Barrie would have been about 21, a department store advertised the “new improved” model 70…