Author: Gunner Quinn
Despite the ongoing rumors of their demise (many of which started in the 1980s), mid-size double-action revolvers keep circling back as a subject of interest in the U.S. shooting sports community. This year, the used handgun market has enjoyed an increased selection of retired Smith & Wesson Model 10 and Model 64 service revolvers as they have been imported back into the country or brought out of deep storage by various dealers. Considering their exceptionally long production history, obtaining an early example of these .38 Special wheelguns can prove to be a challenge. However, I recently received one of the…
The Michigan House Democrats introduce new legislation aimed at regulating ghost guns, firearms that can be 3D printed or assembled from kits without serial numbers. If passed, the bills will mandate owners to serialize existing ghost guns within 18 months, and also impose felony charges for the production or sale of unmarked firearms, potentially leading to five years in prison. Rep. Morgan Foreman (D-Pittsfield Twp), the bill’s sponsor, emphasizes the importance of public safety in addressing the potential danger of these untraceable weapons. As similar legislation faces a challenging path given the Republican control of the House, the stakes are…
In this episode, Jason Phelps takes on 10 of the toughest elk hunting questions every serious hunter should ask. From calling strategies and terrain tactics to handling hung-up bulls and the mental grind, Jason breaks down exactly how he approaches each scenario in the elk woods. With decades of experience and countless bulls called in, he shares hard-earned insight into what works, what doesn’t, and why. Whether you’re a new hunter or a seasoned vet, this episode delivers real-world advice without the fluff. Tune in for a no-nonsense look at the mindset, methods, and moments that define elk hunting at…
Parents in Teton County, Wyoming, are taking a stand against a new state law that eliminates gun-free zones in schools, asserting the need for safer learning environments for their children. The law, which goes into effect on July 1, allows concealed carry on school property without requiring permission from school authorities, a move that local residents like Jo Newman argue undermines community control and student safety. This grassroots movement, involving parents like Heather Smith and Newman, is pushing for local school policies that align more closely with the community’s desire for safe educational spaces. With a school board meeting set…
This week on the show Tony and I are getting together for a fun discussion to kick off the summer by recapping our spring turkey hunts, our top 2025 deer plans, and the latest public land news/controversies. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Wired to Hunt Merch and MeatEater Merch Read the full article here
The Bolivar Police Department has taken two juveniles into custody following a suspected armed robbery on June 4. Police responded to the scene around 1:45 p.m. near West Jackson Street and the Frisco Highline Trailhead, where they reportedly found a firearm and other evidence linked to the incident. In light of the unfolding situation, Bolivar Middle School implemented a “secure” status to ensure the safety of students and staff. Surveillance video from both Bolivar R-1 Schools and Southwest Baptist University is assisting the ongoing investigation into this alarming event. Read full story at www.ozarksfirst.com Read the full article here
(Continued from Part 2.) For security reasons, the Obsidian folks are pretty strict about letting you install Community plugins. You first have to go into the ‘Community Plugins’ section in ‘Options’ and turn off ‘Restricted Mode’ before you can install any plugins. Then after you install a plugin you have to verify you want to install it, and after it’s installed you have to click the ‘Enable’ slide switch to enable it. When a core or community plugin is installed a new button will usually appear for it at the bottom of the left pane of the Options dialog. If…
Gresham Police recently arrested two suspects in connection with a series of armed robberies at an apartment complex in the North Central neighborhood. The incidents began on Sunday night when a victim was confronted by four individuals, one of whom brandished a handgun, resulting in the theft of personal belongings before the suspects fled the scene. Just hours later, police responded to another robbery report, where one of the suspects was identified as wearing a distinctive hoodie taken from the first victim. Officers observed the two suspects later that evening and, following a chase, apprehended them in the vicinity of…
On June 5, 1284, Charles of Salerno was captured by Roger of Lauria during a naval battle in the Gulf of Naples. This was part of the Sicilian Vespers uprising, a.k.a. the War of the Vespers. (The outbreak of that war is depicted above.) — June 5, 1827: Turks captured the Acropolis and took Athens during the Greek War of Independence. — June 5, 1851: Harriet Beecher Stowe published the first installment of Uncle Tom’s Cabin in The National Era. She was the sister of firebrand abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher. — I noticed a couple of interesting Idaho listings now…
Two brothers, 32-year-old Marcel Laquan Whitney and 33-year-old Eric Lavon Whitney Jr., have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on June 4 outside Hilda’s Family Country Store in Washington, North Carolina. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office reported that the suspects allegedly threatened a victim with firearms, which were later recovered during the arrest. Authorities swiftly located the suspects’ vehicle, a burgundy 2025 Mitsubishi Mirage, just a couple of hours after the incident, leading to their capture in a restaurant parking lot. Both men are now in custody at the Beaufort County Detention Center without bond, while…