Author: Gunner Quinn
Texas-based Rost Martin is the new guy on the block, as far as firearm manufacturers are concerned, with the company emerging into existence and debuting its first product, the RM1C, at the beginning of 2024. At the time, Rost Martin promised it would be rolling out additional models within a year, and true to their word, the gunmaker announced the launch of several new pistols at the beginning of 2025, including the diminutive RM1S. Watch the video above to see the RM1S in use on the range. Compared to the company’s first handgun, the new RM1S is shorter in both…
Armed Citizen® Today A road-rage incident ended poorly for the aggressors, with one assailant dying of gunshot wounds when the victims defended themselves and the other facing a slew of criminal charges. The situation began in the parking lot of an Albuquerque, N.M., Walmart when the driver of a black Dodge Charger got into an argument with the driver of a white pickup truck hauling a trailer. Two passengers, family members of the truck driver, were also involved. The verbal argument soon turned physical and then escalated when another vehicle pulled up to the scene, driven by the brother of…
I write this with a heavy heart. Our friend Frank Brownell, just a few days shy of his 86th birthday, died Wednesday in Grinnell, Iowa. Many knew Frank, or of Frank. But they all knew his last name. It’s now synonymous with so many things. Of course, he also was the father of past NRA President Pete Brownell.Although Frank never served on the NRA board, he was a leader when it came to NRA. Frank served as president of the NRA Foundation, and one of his favorite places in the world, rightly so, was the NRA Whittington Center. He loved…
This week, Cal catches up with Hal Herring at the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Rendezvous. Hal is the host of the Podcast & Blast Podcast, and he may be the only man in the country who knows as much as Cal about public lands, conservation, and what we need to do to protect the wild places we love. Give it a listen, and while you’re at it, subscribe to BHAs Podcast & Blast.To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Read the full article here
It’s creepy crawly season in most places and that means, among other things, that ticks are on the prowl. Aside from staying indoors, there’s really no avoiding these obnoxious little parasites. Brent’s talking about a time 20 years ago when they were at nightmarish levels and so bad, in fact, that he got sick from a bite! With the potential threat of the many diseases and illnesses that ticks bring, Brent’s giving an overview of how to deal with these stinkers to help both you and your dogs. Grab a partner because it’s time to check for ticks on MeatEater’s “This…
Welcome to MeatEater At MeatEater, we believe a deeper connection to the natural world enriches all our lives. Through honest storytelling, expert advice, top-tier gear, and a commitment to conservation, we help hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts live closer to nature. Read the full article here
(Continued from Part 2. This concludes the article.) 6th Backup Option: A Permanent Mid-Size Solar System This system is advertised as an auto-transfer battery/inverter system that is designed for modular build, which provides the ability to add additional batteries and inverters as your system needs grow. It is a way to start with a solar backup and grow to a full power system in the future. [JWR Adds: If you plan to eventually expand your system then choose modular, expandable components. For example, select modular stacking inverters.] As with most systems, these systems are basically composed of a power generation…
On June 20th, 1627, Ottoman pirates (“corsairs”) began raids on Icelandic villages. They eventually captured more than 400 people to sell into slavery. — June 20th is the birthday of Audie L. Murphy. He was born in 1925. He died in a plane crash on May 28, 1971. — A fan of SurvivalBlog is one of the organizers of a real estate raffle for a 32-acre parcel of waterfront land in northwest Montana that looks quite retreat-worthy. I generally shy away from raffles and any sort of games of chance. But because this raffle will benefit a good cause (an…
“The Golden Bullseye Awards are our way of honoring those companies that introduced products of remarkable utility, innovation and simple excellence to shooters and hunters during the past year,“ said Mike Sanford, deputy executive director of NRA Media. The Golden Bullseye Awards, established 23 years ago by American Rifleman editors, honor exceptional new firearm and shooting products for their innovation, performance and value. Each year, the selection process is competitive, with many strong contenders, but the editorial team ultimately agrees on a slate of standout winners. Awards are given in the following categories: Accessory Of The Year, Ammunition Product Of…
This kit is an OCD delight. I know because I’m the kind of guy who (usually) maintains an organized workbench and folders all his thousands of emails by topic. Yes, really. This hard plastic mini-briefcase has a snap-in “locked” spot for all of its 49 (not counting the case itself) components. It contains swivel handles, two sectioned brass rods for rimfire, centerfire and shotgun cleaning, slotted tips, pointed jags, cleaning brushes, cotton mop tips, polymer, brass and stainless brushes, cleaning patches and FP-10 cleaner and lubricant. And don’t forget cleaning rod guides/muzzle protectors, dental pick and even an AR (5.56mm)…