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8 Numbers That Show Just How Massive the Gun Industry’s Biggest Trade Show Actually Is
A numbers-driven look at the extraordinary scale, reach, and economic footprint of the firearms industry’s largest annual trade show.
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9 Optics and Accessories From This Year’s Biggest Gun Show That Are Worth the Hype
The 9 standout optics from SHOT Show 2026 bring smarter ranging, clearer views, better reticles, and advanced imaging to the field
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The Expired Patent That Let Hundreds of Companies Legally Copy America’s Most Famous Pistol Design
Once John Browning's core 1911 patent expired in 1928, the basic design became fair game for competitors. That single legal turning point helped turn America's most famous pistol into one of the most copied handgun platforms ever made.
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The Federal License Almost Nobody Knows About That Lets Collectors Buy Historic Guns Through the Mail
For firearms collectors, the federal Curio and Relic license opens a narrow but fascinating door into American gun history. It is inexpensive, surprisingly accessible, and often misunderstood, especially when people confuse collecting with dealing.
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9 Things About the CMP That Most Gun Owners Have No Idea They’re Eligible For
A practical look at surprising Civilian Marksmanship Program opportunities, benefits, and access many gun owners do not realize may apply to them.
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The Suppressor Wait Time That Just Dropped From 18 Months to Just Days
Buying a suppressor used to mean settling in for a painfully long federal wait. Now, thanks to major changes in ATF eForms processing, many approvals are landing in days instead of many months.
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How to Move firearms across state lines without breaking a single law
Crossing state lines with firearms is legal in many situations, but the rules are unforgiving. Here is how to plan the trip, pack correctly, handle airlines and movers, and avoid the mistakes that turn a lawful move into a criminal case.
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Why NFA Gun Registrations Jumped 177 Percent in a Single Year
A sudden 177 percent jump in NFA registrations looks dramatic at first glance, but the real story is a mix of regulatory changes, amnesty filings, suppressor demand, and a faster digital system. Once you break down the numbers, the surge makes much more sense.
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The 90-Year-Old Gun Law a Federal Judge Just Ruled Unconstitutional Almost Overnight
A federal judge in Texas just delivered one of the biggest blows in years to the National Firearms Act. The ruling does not erase the law nationwide, but it could reshape how suppressors and short-barreled firearms are regulated from here forward.
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The ATF Rule Change That Could End Fingerprint Cards for Buying a Suppressor
A new ATF proposal could dramatically cut the paperwork tied to suppressor purchases by reducing or, in some cases, eliminating traditional fingerprint card requirements. If it becomes final, the change would make the NFA process look a lot more like a modern digital system and a lot less like a mailroom exercise.
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The Supreme Court Ruling That Just Changed the Default Rule for Carrying a Gun on Private Property
A new Supreme Court ruling has redrawn the legal map for licensed gun carry on private property open to the public. The decision rejected Hawaii’s permission-first approach and could reshape gun laws far beyond one state.
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Why the Army’s Brand New Service Rifle Is Already Being Phased Out for Something Else
The Army’s new M7 rifle is not being scrapped, but it is already being joined by a shorter XM8 carbine built around soldier feedback. That fast pivot says a lot about weight, handling, ammunition, and how modern military gear now evolves in real time.