Category: Firearms

Federal Court Strikes down Illinois’ total ban on carrying firearms for self-defense outside the home or business

Fairfax, Va. – The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled today that Illinois’ total ban on carrying firearms for self-defense outside the home or business is unconstitutional. The case involves lead plaintiff Mary Shepard, an Illinois resident and a trained gun owner, who is licensed to carry a concealed handgun in both Utah and Florida. The National Rifle Association is funding this case. The Illinois State Rifle Association is a co-plaintiff in this case. Read more

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MidwayUSA Round-Up Contributions Surpass $1 Million for 2012

GW:  If you can’t find it within yourself to join the NRA, here’s a good option:  Buy your firearm and outdoor gear from Midway and donate a few pennies to the cause of gun rights.  It really adds up!

For the first time ever, MidwayUSA Customer Round-Up contributions topped $1 million in a single year, the highest amount ever donated by MidwayUSA customers since the program launched in January 1992. In the month of November alone, Customer contributions totaled over $100,000, the most that has ever been collected in a single month – two incredible records! Read more

Ammunition, Firearms, General, Hunting, Self Defense

Put Some Spark in that Muzzleloader

By Glen Wunderlich

Since my old reliable Knight Revolution muzzleloader never needed much tweaking to be ready for the season opener, waiting until the last week didn’t seem problematic.  On hand were a supply of Barnes bullets and fresh Triple 7 powder and primers from last season, which were stored in a sealed plastic bag.  An upgrade in power with a new Leupold scope meant there’d be some sighting in.  But, that would be the case anyway – new scope or not.

Boresighting had the first shot on the paper, but with more shooting came less confidence.  Shots were all over the place and then it got worse:  A misfire! Read more

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Gun Grabber Politician Busted at Airport with Gun

So, he’s not the first person to attempt to board an airplane with a handgun.  But, this “do-as-I-say” state senator from Chicago, Donne Trotter, has strongly opposed concealed carry legislation.  So, he’s not the first two-faced politician, either.  At least he stated to authorities that the gun was legally registered in Chicago.  Oh, yeah.  He’s not the first liar in politics, either.  The account of the two-faced, hypocritical, gun-grabbing, liar is here… 

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ATI Introduces 300 Blackout Rifle

ROCHESTER, NY – American Tactical Imports, a worldwide importer of firearms, is proud to introduce the latest addition in the ATI HD Rifle Series, the ARcane .300 Blackout.
ATI’s ARcane Blackout, chambered in .300 AAC, will be available as a 16″ carbine and an NFA restricted 10.5″ SBR. Both models will feature a nitrocarb barrel with 1/7 RH twist and mil-spec 7075-T6 forged upper and lower receivers. This rifle will also have Read more

Ammunition, Firearms, Hunting

No Straight-Wall Rifle Cartridges in Zone III This Year

By Glen Wunderlich

After having the chance to participate in the legislative process on behalf of House Bill 5249 and giving testimony in its support, I really thought the bill would pass this year.  Being able to use straight-wall cartridges in rifles in the southern “shotgun” zone seemed to be a  no-brainer.  I know I am with thousands of ethical sportsmen who are disappointed in the news, but here is the latest status direct from Matt Lori’s (R-District 59) office based on my request for information:

Dear Mr. Wunderlich,
Thank you for your email to Representative Lori, which will be drawn to his attention.
 At this late stage in the Legislative Session, it does not seem likely that the Senate is going to move the bill forward.  The bill is not on the most recent agenda for the Outdoor Recreation and Tourism’s next meeting.  Without that movement forward it is unlikely that the bill will be back to the House for a final vote during “lame duck”.

 Representative Lori very much appreciates your support, and will likely re-introduce the bill next year.
 Sincerely
Susan Martin Chief of Staff District 59

1-877-262-5959

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Muzzleloading Tips

By Glen Wunderlich

With the close of regular firearms deer season, the herd will have an opportunity to return to less-pressured activity before the advent of muzzleloading season.  Of course, archery hunters have no waiting period, but relatively few of them are willing to brave the oft-harsh elements of December.  On the other hand, muzzleloading participation continues to rise, largely based on refined equipment available to deer hunters.

Modern in-line muzzleloaders have paved the way for thousands of Michigan deer hunters to remain afield for some late season action.  In Zone III, the season runs from December 7th through the 23rd – the most generous in the state.

Here are a few thoughts to get the job done. Read more

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