A Brief History of the MP5 Submachine Gun
The MP5 was designed in the 1960s by the West German firearms manufacturer Heckler & Koch as a counter to the UZI.
A Gift from Yesterday: Seven Pounds of Steel and Walnut and Heaps of Memories
The pleasant reflections of the past flooded my thoughts; except there was an uncomfortable lump in my throat.
Fictional Movie Guns That Don’t Exist and Never Will (for Good Reason)
Many of these imaginary weapons have gained as much notoriety (and sometimes, infamy) as their real-world counterparts on which they’re based.
What Is the Best Way to Protect Yourself in the Backcountry?
I’m constantly surprised by how many people I see carrying a 9mm or similar sort of pistol in the backcountry with a false sense of security.
What Happened when I Brought a Shotgun inside a Wyoming Bank in 1980?
I’d just purchased a 12 gauge 870 Wingmaster shotgun in September 1980 – in my opinion the best shotgun Remington has ever produced.
How Police Officers – and Anyone Facing a Tactical Situation – Should Train
We are unfortunately, living in an increasingly violent and hostile world, one in which police officers can’t be too well prepared.
There Is Really No Such Thing as a ‘Prop Gun’ in Hollywood
All guns on film sets to never be considered harmless “props.”
How Non-Native Wolves Wreak Havoc in the West
The wolf has come to epitomize the arrogance of easterners when it comes to life in the Rocky Mountains.
Remembering the Spencer Repeating Rifle and the Campaign of Chickamauga
For three days in late September 1863, the Battle of Chickamauga raged on in Tennessee and Georgia.
Dove Season Is Here: How to Find the Best Shell for Your Shotgun
The perfect September shot is fruitless if your shotgun and load are for January ducks.
Catching Up with Shane Coley, Glock Shooting Team Captain
Shane Coley, captain of Glock’s professional shooting team, got started in the sport at age 14.
Wyoming in the 1970s: Guns a Normal Part of a School Kid’s Life
If an anti-gun proponent were to go back in time to 1975, a cardiac arrest would surely ensue.
This Day in History: How Armed Citizens Put an End to Jesse James’ Crime Spree
Let the truth be told that gun rights are more than just an armchair philosophy.
What Job Does an Armorer Do for the Movies?
In theory, movies could be made without an armorer, but it would be far more dangerous process.
The Lever-Action Rifle – an American Classic
While most every other action – bolt, semi-auto, and full-auto – have seen huge improvements over the past 100 years, the lever-action hasn’t changed much.
How to Pass Your Passion for Shooting onto Your Kids and Grandkids
The best way to cultivate an interest in the shooting sports is simply to bring young people along.
Hunting Season Is Approaching: Here’s How to Share Your Passion for the Outdoors
Carefully navigating the waters of the outdoor lifestyle can lead to enjoyment and the enrichment of many lives.
How One Man Fled European War, Only to Experience Custer’s Last Stand
In 1870, Windolph caught a ship across the Atlantic and arrived in New York City a few weeks later full of dreams and hopes for a new prosperity.
Becoming a Responsible Gun Owner: What to Expect at Your First Firearms Training Class
Armed and ready, we showed up at a secluded training facility out of town for one-on-one training.
The Day-to-Day Life of the Man Who Oversees 2.2 Million Acres of the Wind River Reservation
Lawson patrols the vast 2.2 million acres of the Wind River Reservation.
Why Do Movies Get So Much Wrong About Guns?
For firearms enthusiasts, nothing shatters that suspension of disbelief like the way guns are handled in so many movies!
Why ‘Combat Trap Shooting’ is the Shooting Event I Never Miss
There is one shooting event we do out here in Idaho that I just love.
Remembering Beechnut: The Bird I Never Brought to Bag
The memory of those that got away by outsmarting us may be even more appreciated and enduring.