Editor’s Introductory Warning: The devices described in this article can cause great bodily injury. We live in a highly litigious society. Employing caltrops in any situation other than a “Without Rule of Law” societal collapse would invite a lawsuit that could potentially cost hundreds of thousands of dollars or perhaps even more than a million dollars in assessed damages, attorney fees, and court costs. There is also the potential for these to be stepped on inadvertently by family members, friends, pets, or livestock.  So, ONLY use them in absolute extremis, and only in a fenced-off area that will prevent the…

January 17, 1746: In the Battle of Falkirk Muir, the Jacobites under Charles Stuart defeated Hanoverian forces. — And on January 17, 1950: The Great Brinks Robbery. 11 men robbed $1.2 Million in cash and $1.5 Million in securities from armored car company Brink’s offices in Boston, Massachusetts. In 1956, eight of the robbers were convicted and handed life sentences in prison. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 122 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three-Day Course Certificate. This can be used for any…

My state boasts one of the longest rifle seasons in the country. While there are a few “primitive weapon” seasons scattered throughout on public lands, folks can gun hunt on private land from the weekend before Thanksgiving to the end of January. That’s two and a half months of gun season for you folks up North that complain about the orange armies flooding the woods for a whole week or two. With nearly a quarter of the year dedicated to gun season, you’d think most hunters could kill a deer from the hip, but that’s just not the case.After working…

Armed Citizen® Today A 23-year-old man attending a party on Jan. 10 in Sterling Heights, Mich., became embroiled in an argument with another guest, which started inside but continued outside. The man walked to the end of the home’s driveway, whereupon he allegedly opened fire at the partygoers, striking three of them. Another attendee was also armed, however, and fired back at the man, striking the alleged assailant and ending the attack. None of the injuries were fatal. The suspect is being charged with three counts of assault with intent to murder, three counts of felony firearm and one count…

Now those of you who may have been paying attention will note that “I Carry” was a popular video series over on Shooting Illustrated, and we’ve decided to bring it here to American Rifleman to keep it going. Watch our first “I Carry” segment above, featuring the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro 9 mm in a PHLster holster. Concealed carry is one of the fastest-growing segments of the firearm community, and one that folks are interested in, as it’s important and potentially life saving. What we’re going to cover are firearms, holsters and other gear you carry everyday for your consideration.…

Savage Arms has long been known for offering excellent bolt-action rifles, and the new 110 Trail Blazer released for SHOT Show 2026 is certainly no exception. Savage bills the 110 Trail Blazer as “the next evolution in precision hunting rifles,” with a rugged, dark-gray 110 Trophy stock paired with a black Cerakote receiver and straight-fluted barrel bringing a great mix of light weight and weather resistance. A wide variety of chamberings are available for the 110 Trail Blazer, from 22 Creedmoor up to the new 7 mm Backcountry, and many rifles are also available for left-handed shooters. With the entry-level…

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00:00:05 Speaker 1: Welcome to this country life. I’m your host, Brent Reeves from coon hunting to trot lighting and just in general country living. I want you to stay a while as I share. 00:00:14 Speaker 2: My experiences in life lessons. 00:00:17 Speaker 1: This country Life is presented by Case Knives from the store More Studio on Meat Eaters Podcast Network, bringing you the best outdoor podcast that airways have to offer. All right, friends, grab a chair or drop that tailgate. I’ve got some stories to share. 00:00:39 Speaker 2: The soundtrack of our lives. 00:00:43…

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