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I have been reaching out to my elected officials, have you? Gun control efforts have been at the forefront of mainstream media coverage. It’s serious enough that not only are the NRA and NSSF providing easy ways for law abiding American gun owners to connect with politicians, but major companies like Smith & Wesson and Magpul [...]

From ConsumerReports.org.. “Contrary to what you might expect from all the news about gun violence, accidental deaths from guns in the home are relatively uncommon, and have actually gone down slightly in recent years, according to a new study.” Surprised? I’m not. I think it is a testament to responsible gun owners and their dedication [...]

Tune in tonight on the Outdoor Channel’s Shooting USA for coverage of the IDPA Nationals along with a special feature on yours truly! Here are the details from Shooting USA… Shooting USA – The IDPA Nationals It’s the IDPA National Championship, the shooting sport derived from concealed carry training will crown the champions. International Defensive [...]

A highlight of SHOT Show for me is attending the live demos in the Safariland booth. Not only is it a wonderful opportunity to talk about and showcase Safariland’s diverse line of products, I get to hang out with some of my favorite shooters. We have a lot of fun with it and there’s a [...]

I’ve been looking forward to Crimson Trace’s big SHOT Show announcement for a while. Since August to be exact. To rewind even further, a few years ago I was in The Art of Survival, a free DVD from Crimson Trace that offered information and instruction on the use of lasers. I had a great time [...]

Take a tour of the Smith & Wesson booth at SHOT Show with my fellow teammate Doug Koenig as he talks about new offerings in 1911′s from the Performance Center. Watch the video below and if you haven’t already check out Smith & Wesson’s You-Tube Channel.   Here’s a bit more info on the two guns [...]

Rugged range line and new finish with colorful options all from Safariland in 2013! The Range Series Holsters And Belt Safariland® announced Tuesday the release of their new Range Series products which includes the Model 5195 Range Series Open Top Low Ride Holster, Model 332 Range Series Belt and the newly updated Model 5197 Open [...]

A quick break down of what’s new from Benelli at the 2013 SHOT Show: Compact Versions of M2 Field in 12- & 20-Gauge Benelli’s venerable “workhorse,” the rugged and reliable M2 Field is now offered in a Compact model available in both 12 and 20-gauges, specifically designed for small-statured and young shooters. Learn more. First [...]

Ooof! It looks like another SUPER busy SHOT Show for me and I LOVE IT! I’ve put together all the info from my sponsors on my show appearances and book signings all in this post. If you’re planning on attending SHOT Show, please stop by and say hi! Team Smith & Wesson – Booth #13731 [...]

Shooting Sports USA, an official NRA publication, is packed with all sorts of great information on shooting competitions and even includes a list with dates and locations for upcoming events. Discover what is in a champ’s shooter bag in “Bag Check.” Read updates in “Competitor’s Corner,” “Shooter’s News,” and “Member Info.” Plus, it’s all FREE and what’s [...]

Holiday Gift Guide Links Kids – Brave the Movie on DVD  Huntress – Prois Neck Gator and Hunter Hills Journal  Fashion Forward - Smith & Wesson Apparel and Hot Caliber Jewelry Shooter – M&P Firepower Base Pads from Taran Tactical Innovations Jerry Miculek’s Practical Rifle Rudy Project Shooting Glasses  SHOOT: Your Guide to Shooting and Competition Hats from Smith-Wesson.com, [...]

Smith & Wesson assembly line on Shooting USA & Outdoor Channel.com Check out one of Outdoor Channel’s featured videos and take a tour through the Smith & Wesson factory and see the new high tech machines that help create your favorite pistols – the Smith & Wesson M&P line! If you enjoy Shooting USA Pro Tips and Impossible [...]