Author: Braxton Taylor

When it comes to self-defense, having a gun is better than not having a gun. For those who are recoil-sensitive, new to shooting or must contend with some type of physical challenge dealing with conventional, centerfire pistols, rimfire-caliber semi-automatic pistols may be a viable way to have a pistol with you when it is needed the most. The firearms industry has really increased the number of offerings in this segment, particularly with a growing variety of defensive-oriented rimfire cartridges. The .22LR cartridge is still less costly to purchase and shoot than a centerfire cartridge, which means that it’s easier to…

September is only a few days away, but we can already hear the bugles echoing off steep mountain slopes and the crash of antlers through the brush.To say we’re excited for elk season is an understatement. That’s why we want to see photos of the biggest and baddest bull elk you’ve captured on a trail camera.To enter your best bull elk shot, upload your photo right here in the comment section. To view the official rules of the contest, click here.The winning photo will be debated and ultimately chosen by judges Ryan Callaghan, Randall Williams, and Seth Morris on MeatEater…

RCBCS just added another die to its popular RCBS X-Die lineup with its new RCBS X-Die for the 6.5 Creedmoor X-Die. The RCBS X-Die is intended for handloaders who want to extend the life of their brass and reduce the amount of time they spend trimming said brass. RCBS incorporates a patented mechanism into the X-Die series that cuts out the need for repeated brass trimming after the initial case preparation has been done. This unique system includes an internal specialized mandrel that actively limits the stretching of brass during the resizing process which negates the need for extra trimming.…

00:00:01 Speaker 1: Welcome to the Wired to Hunt podcast, your guide to the whitetail woods, presented by First Light, creating proven versatile hunting apparel for the stand, saddle or blind. First Light Go Farther, Stay Longer, and now your host, Mark Kenyon. 00:00:19 Speaker 2: Welcome to the Wired to Hunt podcast. This week on the show, I’m joined by Kip Adams of the National Dear Association for another episode of our what would You Do series, in which we are running him through some of the toughest hunting circumstances and situations I could throw at him. Really all…

Safariland is expanding its line of Impulse hearing-protection products. The new additions to the line include both in-ear and Bluetooth over-the-ear options, offering a blend of protection, comfort and connectivity. The new products are designed to keep users protected from harmful noise while providing the flexibility to stay aware of their surroundings. Whether for everyday use or demanding environments, these products offer premium hearing protection without the bulk of traditional gear. “We are thrilled to introduce the new Impulse Hearing Protection products,” said Brad Medine, Communications Product Category Director for Safariland. “These products are designed to meet the demands of…

Davidson’s and Smith & Wesson recently teamed up to bring back the Smith & Wesson Model 940, a five-shot, snub nose, J-frame revolver chambered for the 9mm cartridge. Originally, Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 940 snub revolver in 1991 and had it available as a regular catalog item through 1998. These revolvers were similar in appearance and function to the classic J-frame Model 40/640/Centennial series. Because the 9mm cartridge is rimless, the 940 relies on moon clips to hold the rounds correctly in place over the cylinder’s charge holes. The new Davidson’s Exclusive Model 940 brings back the versatility…

Ousted DIU leader leaves behind a blueprint for faster tech. Defense Innovation Unit Director Doug Beck, a champion of acquisition reform who was instrumental in the Pentagon’s push to rapidly build and deploy new technology, resigned Friday due to political pressure, Defense Department sources told Defense One’s Patrick Tucker. Pentagon officials had raised concerns about Beck’s political donations to Democrats, Reuters reported Monday.Beck’s efforts had received broad endorsement from Republican lawmakers and SecDef Hegseth. A March memo from the Defense Secretary’s office essentially directed a scaling-up of DIU’s practices: removing barriers and contract restrictions so the services and the combatant…

Austin Dillon, driver of the No. 3 Bass Pro Shops/Winchester Deer Season XP Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet, took first place in the Cook Out 400 NASCAR race at Richmond, VA, on Aug. 16. Dillon led for 107 of the 400 laps to secure his second consecutive victory in the event. Dillon’s victory has locked him in to be a contender in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs, which are contested over the final 10 races of the season. The regular Cup Series season came to an end with the conclusion of the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona…

Legacy Sports International is now shipping a version of the Howa 1500 bolt action rifle with an H-S Precision Superlite Gen 2 lightweight rifle stock. The Japanese-made Howa 1500 bolt-action rifle combines elements from classic bolt-action rifles like the Mauser 98, Winchester Model 70 and Remington 700 to create a rugged and accurate rifle action that doesn’t break the bank. The Howa 1500 rifle models the come equipped with an H-S Precision Superlite Gen 2 stocks are available in the following calibers: .223 Rem., 6.5mm Grendel, 7.62×39mm, 6mm ARC, .22-250 Rem., .243 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win., 7mm Rem Mag.,…

Regardless of age, all shooters at one time or another experience some type of physical ailment. Ranging from injuries like a broken arm or leg to joint or tendon pain to muscle strain, pull, ache or cramps; there are any number of ailments that come and go over time. As much as we want to fight through these and continue to develop our shooting skills, it behooves us to find a middle path between allowing your body to recover and continue training. Specifically identifying what you can and can’t do based on your current ailment(s) or health issues is paramount.…