Within the pantheon of U.S. Marine Corps small arms, two rifles are indelibly linked with the Corps’ combat experience in the 20th century, and both were designed by Marines: the Model 1941 Johnson Rifle and the M16. Of the two guns, one is a footnote in military small arms history while the other remains one of the most widely used military rifles of all time. The M1941 Johnson Rifle ended up in limited Marine Corps service through a roundabout procurement process. In the late 1930s, Melvin Johnson, a Boston attorney and Marine Corps Reserve captain, developed a recoil-operated mechanism he…

Semi-automatic shotguns have come a long way during the past two decades, especially in their self-defense and tactical forms. But despite the fact that many good self-loading shotguns are available on the market, there are still those who prefer the simplicity, affordability and unquestionable reliability of the classic, manually operated pump-action shotgun. While Benelli’s M4 is considered to be one of the best semi-automatic defensive shotguns on the market, the company also makes its Nova pump shotguns in tactical form. Earlier this year, it released the “third generation” Nova, a shotgun that showcases not only Benelli’s commitment to the “price-conscious,…

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00:00:10 Speaker 1: From Meat Eaters World News headquarters in Bozeman, Montana. This is Cow’s Week in Review with Ryan cow Calahan. Here’s cal A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports has found that dogs can become addicted to their toys in similar ways to people who are addicted to well, the kinds of things people get addicted to. Big thanks to listener Carl Kaufman for bringing this to my attention. It actually explains a lot. The study took one hundred and five dogs whose owners described them as motivated to play with toys. They placed the dog’s…

Three thieves break into the Mass Firearms School in Holliston, Massachusetts, stealing two semi-automatic rifles in a late-night burglary captured on surveillance video. The incident occurred just after 11 p.m., with the suspects seen smashing the store’s front glass door with a hammer before quickly making off with their loot. The Holliston Police, alongside assistance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, are investigating the heist and seek public help in identifying the suspects, who fled in a light-colored four-door vehicle. As the Mass Firearms School is a major firearms training facility, this theft raises significant concerns regarding…

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Fiocchi has released a new ammo designed specifically for use in concealed carry handguns. It features an advanced bullet design consisting of a lead-alloy core with pre-cut serrations and a heavy copper jacket that is tuned for controlled expansion across a wide velocity range. It also utilizes a unique powder formulation designed for reduced muzzle flip, low flash signature, and lower recoil in compact and micro-compact handguns. The nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and enhance reliable feeding and extraction. The new “CovertX” ammo is currently available in .380 Auto, 9mm Luger, .45 ACP, .38 Special +P, and .357 Magnum. I…

South Bend Mayor James Mueller, alongside the chief of police and city officials, recently provided an update on the 2025 crime statistics, highlighting the ongoing challenges within the community. This presentation included critical information regarding the health status of two children who were injured in recent gun-related incidents, underscoring the direct impact of violence on the youngest residents. This timely report not only sheds light on the current crime trends but also raises significant questions about safety and support strategies for affected families. As South Bend navigates these troubling issues, the community’s response and proposed solutions will be crucial in…

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