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    The POF Minuteman uses Frank DeSomma’s E2 dual-extraction technology, which involves cutting four narrow channels into the neck area of the chamber.
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    POF Minuteman: The 10.5-Inch Barreled 5.56mm NATO Pistol

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    Bianchi Assent: Safariland’s Newest Concealment Holster Fits 250 Pistols

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    Winchester Defender Line Adds 5.56, 12-gauge & 20-gauge Loads

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    A minor faces murder charges in death of retired Chicago fireman Dwain Williams.
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    A minor faces murder charges in death of retired Chicago fireman Dwain Williams.

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    The new Hellcat RDP features a HEX Wasp sight and compensator.

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    Texas Mom Tackels Suspect, Pervert, reup

    WATCH: Texas Mom Lays Out Alleged Peeper With Bone-Crushing Tackle

    The innovative Taurus TX22 Competition mounts the optic directly to the barrel.

    Taurus TX 22 Competition: Red Dot Mounts Directly to New Pistol’s Barrel

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Clearing Type 3 Malfunction, training

WATCH: Why You Need to Practice Clearing Type 3 Malfunctions

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WATCH: RE Factor Tactical Targets Offer Serious Versatility on the Range

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WATCH: How to Obtain a Proper Pistol Grip With SIG’s Max Michel

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Shooters Must Practice Off Hand Shooting Before It’s Needed

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WATCH: Gunsite Instructor Charlie McNeese Demonstrates Presentation

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Training: How to Get Your Ankle Gun into Action Quickly

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Common Pistol Training Myths
Combat Handguns May/June 2019

Pat McNamara: 6 Common Myths You Should Avoid When Pistol Training

There are a lot of theories when it comes to shooting fundamentals, so Pat Mac decided to break down six of the most common myths of pistol training.

Hip Fire Training, Training, Gun Training

Why Concealed Carriers Should Regularly Conduct Hip Fire Training

If an attacker is extremely close, shooters might not be able to extend the gun, which is why hip fire training is so important to do beforehand.

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Carolyn Maloney Gun Control Bills, legislation
Rep. Carolyn Maloney Drops the Mother of All Gun Control Bills
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NICS Review Act: Maloney’s Bill Would Weaponize the NICS System
Support Hand Draw, training

The Importance of Training for a Support Hand Draw

If your strong hand goes down at the beginning of an incident, you might have to conduct a support hand draw, and you don't want that to be the first...

Realities of Disarming an Attacker

WATCH: How Many Times Would You Get Shot Disarming an Attacker?

If you've ever wondered about disarming an attacker with a gun, you might want to watch these force on force scenarios that shows the realities.

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Brazilian Firearms Instructor

WATCH: Brazilian Firearms Instructor Trots Firing Line During Training

A Brazilian firearms instructor took a radical approach to training by running back and forth in front of the firing line, and it was caught on video.

Indiana Teachers Gun Training

Indiana Teachers Gun Training Bill Advances to House Concurrence Vote

The Indiana Teachers gun training bill has passed through the Senate, and now goes back to the House before it can hit the governor's desk.

Philadelphia gun control, Threat of concealed carry permit scares off robber

SIG SAUER Academy Now Offers Women’s Concealed Carry Course

Everyone who carries needs training, but since ladies learn better from other ladies, the SIG Academy has designed a new Women's Concealed Carry Course.

Tueller Drill

The Tueller Drill: Why the 21-foot Rule is Important for Self Defense

While most shooters have heard of the Tueller drill, many misinterpret its purpose, which is to help folks understand awareness and draw speed.

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Keanu Reeves Trains With Navy Seal Shawn Ryan for John Wick 3

To continue the realistic gun play in John Wick 3, Keanu Reeves headed to Taran Tactical and trained with former Navy Seal and CIA contractor Shawn Ryan.

Epic Gun Fails

WATCH: There Is a Lot Shooters Can Learn From These Epic Gun Fails

While everyone makes mistakes, making one with a gun can be quite dangerous, as shown by these epic gun fails, many of which makes you want to cringe.

Pistol Reloads

Pistol Reloads: Mastering Putting More Rounds in Your Semi-Auto

Sure, the 'Rule of Threes' is well known in the gunfighting world, but shooters still need to be able to perform pistol reloads on the double.

Balance Drill

From the Wall Drill to the Balance Drill, Dry Firing Improves Accuracy

Dry firing is one of the best ways to improve trigger control, so consider implementing the Wall Drill, and the Balance Drill, to your training regimen.

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