The Growing Wave of Constitutional Carry States: What's Driving the Trend in 2026
Aug 11th 2026
Twenty years ago, "permitless carry" was a fringe policy idea found in only a handful of states. Today, it's the law in more than half the country. As of 2026, 29 states have adopted constitutional carry — meaning eligible adults can legally carry a concealed handgun without first obtaining a government-issued permit. That's a remarkable shift in American gun policy, and it shows no sign of slowing down.
Whether you're a gun owner trying to keep track of the laws in your state, a policymak
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CMP M14 Rifles: What Collectors Need to Know About the Civilian Marksmanship Program's Historic New Offering
Aug 10th 2026
A Milestone Announcement for Military Surplus Collectors
For decades, the M14 has occupied a unique place in American military history — a rifle with one of the shortest official service lives of any U.S. service arm, yet one that never fully left the fight. Now, collectors and shooters finally have a reason to get excited: the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced it will begin selling surplus M14 rifles to eligible American citizens, marking one of the most significant develo
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How to Handle a "Range Karen": A Shooter's Guide to Staying Calm and Confident
Aug 7th 2026
Every shooting range has one. You're settling into your lane, running your drills, minding your own business — and then she (or he) appears. The self-appointed range enforcer. The person who watches your every move like they're auditing you for the ATF. The one who corrects your grip you didn't ask about, questions whether you're "even qualified" to be there, or loudly announces to the whole range that you're doing something "wrong" — even when you're not.
Shooters have started calli
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