Author: Gunner Quinn

If you think of Trijicon, Inc. you probably think of military and law enforcement optics, from the company’s Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight (ACOG) to the Ruggedized Miniature Reflex (RMR) sight for handguns. The company is also serious about hunting, as showcased by its new AccuPoint 1-8×24 mm riflescope.     The new AccuPoint 1-8×24 mm brings 1-8X LPVO capability to the dangerous game hunter. While the AccuPoint scope line has been around since 1998, Trijicon keeps updating the models to tailor them to the needs of the modern hunter. In the case of the AccuPoint 1-8×24, that hunter is in pursuit…

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) on April 2, 2026, published a proposed rule that would permit the mailing of lawful handguns through the U.S. mail for the first time in nearly a century. The change aligns Postal Service regulations with a January 2026 Department of Justice (DOJ) opinion declaring the longstanding federal ban on mailing “concealable firearms” unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. The proposal, detailed in the Federal Register, revises standards in USPS Publication 52 (Hazardous, Restricted, and Perishable Mail). It expands “mailable firearms” to include pistols, revolvers, and other handguns—previously classified as nonmailable—under the same conditions already applied to…

For decades, the John C. Garand Match has been the quintessential marksmanship event for fans of the classic World War II battle rifle that bears his name. Using “as issued” M1 Garand rifles, CMP competitors at Camp Perry engage in a 30-round target-shooting competition designed to play to the rifle’s capabilities while challenging shooters in the most basic field shooting positions. For years, I’ve wanted to partake in this event, and a while back, I decided to get serious about preparing for it. With that, I decided to dust off my near-retired Springfield M1, give it a facelift and build…

Editor’s Introductory Comments:  Most regular SurvivalBlog readers recognize the initials H.L.  She has been one of the blog’s most loyal and prolific volunteers, sending news and information links since around 2010. I am confident that she spritely lives to a three-digit age. But when she does pass away, I hope that her gravestone will be inscribed: “Always a Maverick.” – JWR At age 83 now. I have some very unusual memories of my early life.  I did not lead the conventional life of an American woman born in 1942.  Conventional is fine. However, there was something in my soul that…

Today is the 101st birthday of famed Navy fighter pilot Royce Williams. It is great to see him still alive and kicking!  Williams was just recently awarded the Medal of Honor. The now-declassified story of his aerial combat over Korea against Soviet-piloted MiGs is fascinating reading. It is summarized in Wikipedia. Here is a brief excerpt from his biography: “The story of his battle with the Soviet MiGs led to Williams being debriefed at the time by admirals, the Secretary of Defense, and a few weeks later by newly inaugurated President Dwight D. Eisenhower. These authorities decided to cover up…

In this timely episode of the Guns Podcast US, hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington tackle the sobering reality of personal safety amidst unpredictable geopolitical climates. The post Are You Prepared? YOU Are the True First Responder appeared first on GUNS Magazine. Read the full article here

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on X: “Our military installations have been turned into gun-free zones—leaving our service members vulnerable and exposed. That ends today.” In an accompanying video, Hegseth says, “Our great republic was founded on a simple, yet bold idea. Our rights as citizens are not granted to us by government but instead by God. Two hundred and fifty years ago the Revolutionary War was fought to secure our God-given rights. The Second Amendment to our Constitution enshrines the right of all citizens to carry weapons to protect themselves, their families, and their fellow citizens. Uniformed…

Lt. Gen. William M. Keys, a decorated war veteran and former president and CEO of Colt Defense and Colt’s Manufacturing Company, passed away on Jan. 24. Keys was born on March 29, 1937, in Fredericktown, Pa., and graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1960. He was awarded the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism during Operation Prairie II in 1967, where he led his company against numerically superior North Vietnamese forces. Keys held a series of vital command and staff positions, culminating in his service as Commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Atlantic, and other joint commands until his retirement…

Armed Citizen® Today In Houston, Texas, an electrical/HVAC business owner was traveling to work around 5 a.m. on March 25 when he received a notification that his building’s metal gate was opening. When he arrived, he saw two men inside, who apparently saw him as well, as they reportedly approached “aggressively.” The business owner shot both alleged intruders. The suspects’ conditions were unknown and police were still investigating the incident, including reviewing security footage, at the time of reporting. (abc13.com, Houston, Texas, 3/25/26) From the Armed Citizen® Archives –May 1987 Cathelene and Robert Price were preparing to leave their Indianapolis, Ind., home…

From its vaunted CZ 75 to modern competition and concealed-carry guns, CZ USA has offered a range of designs to suit the needs of today’s handgun enthusiasts. One of the latest models to hit the consumer market is the company’s Shadow 2 Carry. Watch our “Gun of the Week” episode above to see the details of this carry-oriented design. “Now the Shadow 2 is a name that we’re pretty familiar with, and if you’re in the competition circuit, you’re very familiar with it because it is a stellar line of competition-oriented handguns,” American Rifleman Executive Editor Evan Brune said. “And…