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Dear WLS

• Question from Desert D. Deagleton from Indiana ⭐

  Dear WLS,

  If any of you ever watched Top Gear they had a segment called “Star In A Reasonably Priced Car”. The car was a cheap compact typically bought by non car enthusiast normies. What would be the handgun equivalent? What do the normies typically buy?

  – Desert D. Deagleton

• Question from LagDemon from Minnesota ⭐

  I have a rak308 and was getting buldged and popped primers when I was shooting 7.62×51 but when I switched to. 308 they were fine. I’m just wondering what is the difference between the two? “From LagDemon
  Shawn I also have a c308, have you put a slincer on it and if so did you have to change anything to get it to run? ex. locking piece or buffer. “

• Question from OopsieDaisy from California ⭐

  For double tap
  Would any of you recommend a nightstand/lockbox for quick access to a firearm? I have small children so I can’t just leave it out without worry but I’d like to have it at arms distance just in case someone tries to break into my little boy bootyhole. – OopsieDaisy

• Question from Ted H. from Virginia ⭐

  Ted H.

  Is the surefire warden good for flash suppression on a 11.5″ sbr? If not what do you recommend

• Question from Bradley from Oregon ⭐

  Are any of you to the level of disdain over “lawful observers” and “Press” not being observers? Somehow, they claim that status, all the while, interjecting themselves into the fray. Like, be the “lawful observer” at the level of the photographer who took that picture during the Ethiopian famine. The one where the vulture stood ready to eat that starving kid. Bradley from Oregon.

• Question from CombatSoup 🏆 WINNER ⭐

  On a 9mm roller delayed pdw would you notice much difference between a 9mm pistol can or a 45 pistol can? How do you pick one without being able to rent the cans?

• Question from CrabSpectacular ⭐

  Filet is beef for pussies.

Gun Industry News

• PWS BDE762K-TI 3D-Printed Titanium Suppressor ⭐

  Primary Weapons Systems has launched the BDE762K-TI, a 3D-printed Grade 5 6AL-4V titanium suppressor rated for .308/7.62 NATO up to .300 Winchester Magnum. It features taper-threaded baffles to prevent carbon locking, a separate serialized entrance chamber from the baffle monocore, and a design that minimizes backpressure. The suppressor weighs 13.6 oz and measures 6.625 inches with the included PUB mount.

  • The Gist: Currently in stock; purchase requires transfer through an FFL/SOT Class III dealer
  • Impact: $749.95 MSRP
  • Bottom Line: Caliber: .308/7.62 (rated to .300 WM); Weight: 13.6 oz (with PUB mount); Length: 6.625 in. (with PUB mount); Material: 3D-printed Grade 5 6AL-4V titanium; Finish: DLC; Thread: 1.375×24 TPI; Mount: PUB Mount (included); Taper-threaded baffles prevent carbon locking; Minimizes backpressure
• Lena Miculek Joins Smith & Wesson as Brand Ambassador ⭐

  Smith & Wesson announced on March 20, 2026, a partnership with competitive shooter Lena Miculek as a brand ambassador. Miculek, with ten world titles since her first win in 2012 at age 17, will contribute to training initiatives, media content, and future product collaboration. The collaboration emphasizes education, responsible firearm ownership, and growing the shooting community.

  • The Gist: Smith & Wesson announced the partnership with Lena Miculek on March 20th, 2026; Miculek will contribute to training initiatives, media content, and future product collaboration, focusing on growing the shooting community through education and responsible ownership.
  • Impact: Affects Smith & Wesson by expanding its reach in shooting sports; impacts shooters, particularly new participants and women, through training and outreach.
  • Bottom Line: Combines Miculek’s expertise in competition, education, and product development with Smith & Wesson’s mission to empower Americans and foster community, potentially reshaping industry engagement.
• Taurus TX9 ⭐

  The Taurus TX9 is a new striker-fired, polymer-frame 9mm pistol released in full-size, compact, and subcompact variants, reviewed as Taurus’s flagship handgun. It features ambidextrous slide lock, reversible magazine release, Glock-compatible sights and optics-ready slide, with the full-size model weighing 25 ounces, measuring 7.7 inches long, and delivering sub-3.5-inch groups at 25 yards in testing. Reliability was 100% across tested ammunition, with positive ergonomics and a 5.8-pound trigger pull.

  • The Gist: Released as a new product in three sizes (full-size, compact, subcompact); available for purchase at retailers with good distribution; linked to Taurus USA website.
  • Bottom Line: Caliber: 9mm; Full-size capacity: 17 rounds; Barrel: 4.5 inches; Weight: 25 oz; Dimensions: 7.7″ L x 5.46″ H x 1.25″ W; Optics-ready slide (Glock-compatible); Ambidextrous slide lock, reversible mag release; 5.8 lb trigger; 100% reliability; Sub-3.5″ groups at 25 yards.
• Pistollo 77 U.S. Version and Limited Edition Introduced at IWA 2026 ⭐

  Pistollo introduced a U.S.-adapted version of the Pistollo 77 pistol caliber carbine at IWA OutdoorClassics, featuring a rear Weaver/Picatinny rail for accessory mounting, a Picatinny rail for optics, and a ½×28 threaded compensator for suppressors. The limited edition of 150 units features Greenback Cerakote finish with gold controls, engraved patriotic artwork, Holosun AEMS Core X2 optic, and custom stabilizing brace. Pre-orders are available through U.S. distributor Deluxe Arms.0

  • The Gist: Pre-order available via Deluxe Arms; limited edition production of 150 units; shown at NRA Annual Meeting April 17-19 (booth 2654).0
  • Impact: Pistollo 77 Launch Edition MSRP $4,377.77.0
  • Bottom Line: U.S. Version: Weaver/Picatinny rail at rear for stock/brace, Picatinny rail for red dot optics, ½×28 threaded compensator. Limited Edition: Greenback Cerakote with gold controls/muzzle device, Bald Eagle/Liberty engravings, Holosun AEMS Core X2 optic with gold reticle, custom Pistollo stabilizing brace. Uses Glock magazines and 9mm ammo.0
• Soviet Arms AKV Stizon 9mm Pistol ⭐

  The Soviet Arms AKV Stizon is a 9x19mm blowback-operated pistol developed in collaboration with Stuff and Things Inc., featuring a helical 55-round magazine and Bizon-style handguard. It utilizes a stamped 1mm steel receiver, forged front trunnion and bolt/carrier, and a 10.5-inch nitrided 4150 steel barrel. Key compatibility includes PSA AK Picatinny stock/brace adapter and threaded 1/2×28 muzzle for suppressors.

  • The Gist: Out of stock online at Palmetto State Armory; check retail inventory; ships to FFL.
  • Bottom Line: Caliber: 9x19mm; Capacity: 55RD helical magazine; Barrel: 10.5″ Nitrided 4150 Steel (1/10 twist); Receiver: Stamped 1mm Steel; Handguard: Aluminum Stizon (Bizon-style); Overall: 27″ extended / 19″ folded with triangle brace; Threaded 1/2×28; +P+ rated; Picatinny railed dust cover.
• Henry Repeating Arms Launches National Forest Foundation Edition Rifle Series ⭐

  Henry Repeating Arms has released a series of four commemorative rifles—the H11 New Original Henry NFF Edition .44-40 WCF, H14 Long Ranger NFF Edition .308 Win., H4 Golden Boy NFF Edition .22 S/L/LR, and H1 Classic National Forests Tribute Edition .22 S/L/LR—to support the National Forest Foundation. Each model features unique engravings and premium finishes honoring U.S. National Forests, with specified donations per rifle sold funding conservation efforts like reforestation and trail maintenance. The initiative includes a $25,000 direct donation from CEO Anthony Imperato.

  • The Gist: Henry Repeating Arms announced a new rifle series partnering with the National Forest Foundation, donating $500 per H11, $100 per H14, and $50 per H1/H4 sold, plus a $25,000 direct donation from CEO Anthony Imperato, to fund reforestation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and trail improvements.
  • Impact: Affects hunters, hikers, campers using National Forests; supports National Forest Foundation and U.S. Forest Service conservation programs nationwide.
  • Bottom Line: Preserves national forests as treasures for future generations, enabling ongoing public enjoyment of hunting, hiking, camping, and nature connection.
• GRITR Semi-Universal Hybrid IWB Holster ⭐

  GRITR has introduced a semi-universal hybrid inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster compatible with over 200 handgun models from manufacturers including Glock, SIG Sauer, Smith & Wesson, H&K, Ruger, CZ, Springfield, and Walther. The holster features a rigid Kydex shell paired with a soft, breathable nylon mesh backer for secure retention and all-day comfort. It includes adjustable retention, optic-ready open-bottom design, and is backed by GRITR’s UNLIMITED GRIT Lifetime Warranty.0

  • The Gist: Available now at GritrGear.com and Amazon.0
  • Bottom Line: Engineered for right-hand carry with precision fit for 200+ models; hybrid Kydex shell and nylon mesh backer; adjustable retention; optic-ready open-bottom for red dots, threaded barrels, compensators; low-profile, snag-free, reinforced hardware, trigger protection.0
• Rock River Arms Retro A1 Carbine SBR ⭐

  Rock River Arms has released the Retro A1 Carbine SBR, a 10.5-inch short-barreled rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO/223 Rem., featuring a retro A1 configuration with forged LAR-15M lower, A1 carry handle upper, CAR gas system, and A1 triangular handguard. The rifle is available in two variants: one with a fixed entry stock and another with a multi-position M4-style stock, designed for high-mobility defensive use, especially when paired with a suppressor. It celebrates the new ‘zero tax’ policy on NFA items including SBRs.

  • Impact: MSRP $1,135 (entry stock variant); $1,150 (M4 stock variant)
  • Bottom Line: Caliber: 5.56 NATO/223 Rem.; Barrel: 10.5-inch lightweight chrome moly, CAR gas system, A1 flash hider (1/2-28); Upper: forged A1 carry handle; Lower: forged LAR-15M; Trigger: RRA single-stage; Handguard: A1 triangular; Stock: fixed entry or M4 adjustable; Grip: RRA A1
• White Label Armory Launches Geist, Fenix, Hot Link, and Party Popper Suppressor Lineup ⭐

  White Label Armory, a subsidiary of VKTR Industries, has released a new lineup of budget-friendly, duty-capable suppressors including the Geist Series (5.56, .30, 9mm), Fenix Series (5.56, .30, 9mm), Hot Link (.22), and Party Popper (.22). These feature Grade 5 titanium or stainless steel construction with laser-welded baffle stacks and Hub-compatible mounts. The suppressors are exclusively available through Sports South Distributors and are currently in stock for 2026 shipping.

  • The Gist: Currently in stock and exclusively available at Sports South Distributors.
  • Bottom Line: Geist Series (5.56/.30/9mm): Grade 5 titanium, laser welded baffle stack, cerakoted, Hub 1.375×24 ‘Plan B’ mount. Fenix Series (5.56/.30/9mm): Stainless steel, laser welded baffle stack, nitride finish, Hub 1.375×24 ‘Plan B’ mount. Hot Link (.22): Grade 5 titanium, additive manufacturing, cerakote (5 inches, 2.6 oz). Party Popper (.22): Grade 5 titanium, additive manufacturing, cerakote (3 inches, 1.7 oz).

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Gear Chat

• Tool-Free Modularity on Modern Rifles ⭐

  The article discusses five situations where tool-free modularity enhances modern rifles. It emphasizes quick adjustments without tools for various scenarios. Specific manufacturers, models, prices, or retailers are not detailed.

  • Special: Tool-free modularity for quick adjustments on modern rifles.
• [Springfield Armory] Echelon with Aimpoint COA ⭐

  Springfield Armory’s Echelon pistols are 9mm platforms available in 4.5F full-size (4.5-inch barrel), 4.0FC hybrid (full-size frame with compact slide), and 4.0C compact (4-inch barrel) variants, each factory-equipped with Aimpoint COA red dot optic. The optic features a 7075-T6 aluminum housing, 3.5 MOA dot, CR2032 battery with over five-year runtime, multiple brightness settings, and submersion rating to 25 meters. Slide integrates Aimpoint A-CUT interface with front hook and rear wedge mounting for low position and co-witness irons.

  • Cost: MSRP $1,119
  • Special: Slide-integrated Aimpoint A-CUT interface with front hook and rear wedge mounting
• [Primary Arms] SLx Compact 4-16x44mm FFP Rifle Scope – Illuminated ACSS Deka G2 Reticle (Nick) ⭐

  The SLx® 4-16x44mm FFP Rifle Scope extends the trusted SLx optic line into the mid-power precision space, delivering a versatile magnification range in a surprisingly compact footprint. At just 10.1 inches in length, this scope is purpose-built for agile, low-profile setups—ideal for designated marksman rifles, hunting carbines, or compact bolt guns. Its streamlined form factor doesn’t come at the cost of performance, making it an excellent option for shooters who demand long-range capability without adding bulk.0

  • Availability: Available for Pre Order/Back Order: ETA Mid May on Primary Arms.0
  • Cost: $399.99.0
  • Special: First Focal Plane (FFP) reticle ensures accurate holds at any zoom level; compact 10.1″ length; adjustable parallax from 10 yards to infinity.0

Bullet Points

• Kinetic Development Group SideLok Optic Mounts ⭐

  Kinetic Development Group reaffirms a disciplined approach to SideLok optic mount development, a quick-detach system for Picatinny rails using a tool-less push-button mechanism that ensures absolute return to zero and rock-solid stability. Made primarily from 6061 aluminum with black anodized finish, the series includes mounts for red dots, scopes (30mm/34mm), and risers, emphasizing precision engineering for reliable field performance. Specs vary by model, such as the 34mm Optic Mount at 9.4 oz or Aimpoint Micro mount at 2.7 oz.

  • Cost: Varies by model; e.g., SIDELOK 34MM Optic Mount: Height 2.33″, Length 5.98″, Width (Rings) 1.99″, Weight 9.4 oz; SIDELOK Micro T2: Height 1.57″, Width 1.10″, Length 2.78″, Weight 2.7 oz; Universal Riser Short: Weight 2.4 oz
• PSA Sabre Ultratech OTF ⭐

  The PSA Sabre Ultratech is an out-the-front (OTF) automatic knife manufactured by Palmetto State Armory in collaboration with Microtech, built on Microtech’s flagship Ultratech platform. It features a 3.44-inch M390 blade with mixtape finish, lightweight aluminum handle, reversible pocket clip, and integrated glass breaker. Designed and manufactured in the USA, it offers smooth OTF deployment via side switch.

  • Availability: EDC
  • Cost: Closed Length: 5.06 inches; Blade Length: 3.44 inches; Overall Length: 8.5 inches; Weight: Approximately 3.5 ounces
• Suppressor-Optimized Subsonic Ammunition ⭐

  Suppressor-optimized subsonic ammunition features bullets traveling under ~1,100 fps to avoid sonic cracks, maximizing sound suppression when paired with suppressors on firearms like those with threaded barrels. Key examples include .300 Blackout (subsonic 180-220-grain loads) and .338 ARC (subsonic 307-grain at 1,050 fps), ideal for stealthy or hearing-safe shooting in manually-operated rifles. Suppressors reduce muzzle blast but require subsonic ammo for full effect, with .338 ARC offering superior terminal energy over .300 Blackout out to 500 yards.

  • Special: Pro: Reduces sound signature, hearing-safe, better terminal performance (e.g., .338 ARC 50% higher energy than .300 BLK to 500 yards); Con: Compromised range/performance in versatile rounds like .300 Blackout
• NRA App ⭐

  The NRA App is a free digital application developed by the National Rifle Association for iOS and Android devices, designed to enhance member engagement through convenient access to resources like news, digital publications, local events, and member benefits. It features a digital NRA ID card for wallet integration, geolocation-based event discovery for training and competitions, and daily content including gun and gear reviews. As a software tool, it supports Second Amendment advocacy and shooting sports information on the go.

  • Availability: EDC (daily access to news, digital ID, events, reviews)
  • Cost: Digital app; no physical size/weight (iOS/Android)
• SIG SAUER XM8 Carbine (M7 NGSW Rifle Carbine Version) ⭐

  The XM8 is a carbine variant of the SIG SAUER M7 Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) rifle, developed as part of the US Army’s Product Improvement Effort. It features a 10-inch tapered barrel, weighs 7.3 lbs (weapon only, excluding suppressor and optic), and includes a fixed telescoping stock and upper receiver modifications for weight reduction. Chambered in 6.8 x 51mm composite case ammunition with NSN 1005-01-737-3402, it is designated for close combat forces alongside the M250 Automatic Rifle.

  • Cost: 10″ barrel; 7.3 lbs (weapon only, excluding suppressor and optic)
• Kinect Tool-Free M-LOK Mounting System by Kinetic Development Group ⭐

  The Kinect™ Series is a patented tool-free mounting system for M-LOK equipped rifles, utilizing a spring-loaded wedge mechanism for instant accessory installation and removal with a finger press. Internal locking wedges provide a secure, recoil-resistant interface comparable to traditional systems. It enhances modularity for quick rifle configurations without tools.

  • Availability: Modular rifle platforms requiring frequent accessory repositioning
• Whiskey Two-Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern ⭐

  The Whiskey Two-Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern is a $1.00 PDF vector drawing download for a DIY backpack project with an approximate 11″ x 20″ main compartment, where volume depends on chosen depth. It requires user expertise in patterns and sewn products to convert the CAD PDF into a usable format, including decisions on zipper placement, shoulder strap connections, foam laminate strap binding, and load lifter locations. No support is provided with the purchase.

  • Availability: DIY backpack sewing project
  • Cost: Approx 11″ x 20″ main compartment; Volume determined by chosen depth; No weight stated
• Frytech Magnetic Buffer System (MBS) ⭐

  The Frytech Magnetic Buffer System (MBS) replaces the traditional coiled steel spring in AR-15 and AR-10 rifles with 8 repelling neodymium magnets inside a sealed buffer tube for smoother recoil absorption, consistent cycling, and reduced maintenance. Variants include MBS-R10 for rifle-length AR-10 platforms tuned for calibers like .308/7.62×51 and 6.5 Creedmoor, and MBS-C for carbine-length AR-15/AR-9 systems. It provides progressive damping for faster follow-up shots and less shooter fatigue as a drop-in replacement.

  • Availability: Long-range shooting, DMR/precision gas rifles, suppressed rifles, battle rifles with high-power cartridges (.308/7.62×51, 6.5 Creedmoor, .300 Win Mag); suitable for shooters with shoulder injuries
  • Special: Pro: Smoother recoil, consistent cycling, faster target re-acquisition, reduced maintenance, eliminates coil spring sound, less fatigue; Con: Not designed for disassembly (magnet injury risk), potential magnetic attraction issues, no buffer length adjustment, may require Super Safety modification
• Recover Tactical S-PRO Pistol Stabilizer Conversion Kit ⭐

  The S-PRO is a modular pistol stabilizer/conversion chassis that turns a standard pistol into a more stable, controllable, and customizable platform without permanent modifications. It ships in a brace configuration and can quickly convert to a buttstock for a more rifle-like setup by removing the brace attachment. It fits numerous Glock pistols, Canik and PDP, bridging the gap between a standard handgun and a dedicated Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC).

  • Availability: Truck gun, bag gun, compact 9mm for extra range, more stable platform with 3 points of contact; suitable for police trade-in Glock to have a PCC-like setup. (Not EDC/Hunting)
  • Special: Pro: No tools needed to put together, 3 points of contact, Ease of use. Con: Have to remove the rear sight to assemble

Gun Fights

• No one stepped into the arena this week.

The Alley

• Silencer Central Suppressors Coming Off ITAR Regulatory Win ⭐

  The X post from Silencer Central links to a blog announcing suppressors being removed from ITAR regulations, reducing export restrictions and red tape for manufacturers. This allows focus on innovation and international sales while benefiting traveling hunters and shooters. No specific product model is detailed in the page content.

Going Ballistic

• The Trace Adds New Board Members: Elizabeth Weinreb Fishman, Trymaine Lee, and Julia Turner (Savage) ⭐

  The Trace, an anti-gun media organization linked to Michael Bloomberg’s Everytown for Gun Safety, announced three new board members on March 22, 2026: Elizabeth Weinreb Fishman (media strategist with Surgeon General ties), Trymaine Lee (journalist with shared awards), and Julia Turner (former Slate editor and L.A. Material co-founder). The article scrutinizes their backgrounds for credential exaggerations amid The Trace’s efforts to expand anti-gun advocacy. No specific legal cases, bills, or jurisdictions are mentioned.0

  • The Gist: The Trace organization and its anti-gun content production/distribution; affects gun rights supporters nationwide via expanded media reach; no specific states or jurisdictions stated.0
  • Impact: Reinforces political advocacy against firearms through Bloomberg-linked efforts; adds media credibility to anti-gun propaganda without direct legal changes or Second Amendment shifts; no cases or bills specified.0
  • Bottom Line: Enhances The Trace’s capacity to inform new audiences and engage supporters in anti-gun activities, potentially undermining credibility due to questioned member achievements; indirect value to gun rights analysis.0
• Shall Not Be Infringed Act (Introduced by Rep. John McGuire) (Savage) ⭐

  The Shall Not Be Infringed Act, introduced by Rep. John McGuire (R-Virginia) on March 16, targets gun-free zones by allowing individuals harmed in such areas to sue the establishing government entities for damages. It defines gun-free zones as areas prohibiting public carry under federal, state, or local law and ties compliance to federal funding like Byrne-JAG and COPS grants. The bill aims to hold states and localities liable if victims were legally authorized to carry in their home state and could have mitigated harm.

  • The Gist: Federal legislation applying to U.S. states and localities that maintain gun-free zones prohibiting public carry; impacts government entities creating such zones and individuals harmed by firearms in those areas who are authorized to carry in their state of residence.
  • Impact: Creates civil lawsuits for compensatory damages and pain/suffering against noncompliant states/localities; enforces compliance via up to 99% reduction in Byrne-JAG and COPS federal funds.
  • Bottom Line: Shifts liability for injuries or deaths in gun-free zones to the government entities that instituted the restrictions, incentivizing elimination of such zones through lawsuits and funding cuts.
• ATF Admits It’s Still Enforcing Pistol Brace Rules — Even After the Rule Was Killed (Mock v. Garland) (Savage) ⭐

  Despite federal courts vacating the ATF’s 2023 pistol brace rule nationwide in cases like Mock v. Garland, a recent DOJ filing in Texas v. ATF asserts continued enforcement of NFA short-barreled rifle provisions against certain braced pistols. The ATF claims this aligns with pre-rule statutory interpretations under the National Firearms Act and Gun Control Act. Gun owners face renewed concerns over potential felony prosecutions despite the rule’s defunct status.2818

  • The Gist: Nationwide (all U.S. gun owners with braced pistols); ongoing case Texas v. ATF; prior vacatur in Mock v. Garland (Texas federal district court).2819
  • Impact: ATF/DOJ maintains authority to classify and prosecute certain brace-equipped pistols as unregistered SBRs under NFA/GCA, even post-vacatur; renews legal uncertainty and risk of felony charges after rule deemed arbitrary, capricious, and vacated; no bar on statutory enforcement.2830
  • Bottom Line: Pistol brace rule is dead and unenforceable, but gun owners with braced pistols could still face NFA charges; ATF continues pre-rule interpretations, creating compliance risks.1221
• Michigan’s Extreme Risk Protection Order Act: Report on 89% Ex Parte Gun Confiscations (Savage) ⭐

  A report reveals that 89 percent of Michigan’s red flag law gun confiscations in 2025 occurred via ex parte orders without prior notice to the subject. Ex parte orders increased by more than 30 percent from 2024, with 459 such requests filed in 2025. The law allows seizure from subjects including minors and even third parties under an expansive definition of firearm possession.

  • The Gist: Michigan statewide; covers Extreme Risk Protection Order Act implementations in 2025, including cases like Northville Township involving a six-year-old.
  • Impact: 89% of 2025 orders issued ex parte without notice, enabling police seizure upon arrival; 459 ex parte requests filed, up over 30% from 2024; applies to minors and allows confiscation from non-subjects via broad ‘possession or control’ definition.
  • Bottom Line: Nearly 90% of Michigan red flag law gun confiscations occur without prior notice, highlighting prevalent ex parte practices per the latest annual report.
• H.R. 556: Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act – House Passage (Savage) ⭐

  The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 556, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, on March 23, 2026. The bill prohibits the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture from imposing blanket restrictions on lead ammunition or fishing tackle on federal lands without scientific support and consistency with state laws. It now advances to the Senate.

  • The Gist: Hunters and anglers on federal lands managed by the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture; states where the lands are located.
  • Impact: Prohibits federal blanket restrictions on lead ammo and tackle unless science-based and aligned with state laws; passed by U.S. House on 03.23.26; prevents federal overreach, preserves affordable access; moves to Senate.
  • Bottom Line: House passage signals congressional resistance to ideologically driven regulations, protecting hunting and fishing traditions on public lands pending Senate action.
• Firearms Policy Coalition v. Bondi: USPS Responds to Denied DOJ Limitation Request on Post Office Carry Ban Injunction (Savage) ⭐

  In Firearms Policy Coalition v. Bondi, a U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a permanent injunction striking down USPS prohibitions on firearms possession on certain postal properties for members of the Firearms Policy Coalition and Second Amendment Foundation. The DOJ’s request to limit the injunction’s scope was denied on March 17, 2026, by the court, following a denial of a stay by the Fifth Circuit. USPS acknowledged the ruling and is implementing guidance allowing certain customers to carry firearms at most post offices, including parking lots, while analyzing the decision.

  • The Gist: Nationwide impact on USPS properties, specifically certain Post Offices and surrounding customer parking lots; applies to plaintiffs Firearms Policy Coalition, Inc., Second Amendment Foundation, and all their present/future members as postal customers; litigated in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas and U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
  • Impact: Court denied DOJ’s motion to limit the permanent injunction’s scope, clarifying it protects FPC and SAF members from enforcement of the firearms ban; DOJ appeal and stay request denied; represents a Second Amendment victory rejecting federal overreach on postal property carry restrictions; USPS issuing internal guidance to comply without new public comments.
  • Bottom Line: USPS must allow certain postal customers (FPC/SAF members) to carry firearms at most Post Offices including parking lots per the injunction; ban remains for USPS employees; agency analyzing and implementing as directed by leaked guidance and court order.
• Virginia HB 1525: Delegate McGuire Cites Old Dominion ROTC Incident to Argue Guns Unnecessary for Self-Defense ⭐

  Virginia Delegate Garrett McGuire (D) advocated for gun control bill HB 1525, which bans individuals under 21 from purchasing, possessing, or transporting handguns or assault firearms statewide, by referencing unarmed ROTC students at Old Dominion University who subdued and killed an armed terrorist attacker on March 12, 2026. The bill includes exemptions for college ROTC cadets. McGuire stated that the incident proves ‘you do not need a gun to fight back someone with a gun.’

  • The Gist: Commonwealth of Virginia (statewide); targets individuals under 21; exempts college ROTC cadets; incident at Old Dominion University.
  • Impact: Advances gun control by restricting under-21 access to handguns and assault firearms; Delegate McGuire uses ROTC self-defense example to support bill, challenging necessity of guns for defense.
  • Bottom Line: Unarmed ROTC students proved self-defense possible without guns, per Delegate McGuire, bolstering HB 1525 restrictions.0
• The Rose Garden: New Online National Community for Women in 2A ⭐

  The Rose Garden is an upcoming online platform designed as a virtual town square for female shooters and Second Amendment supporters, created by TerryAnn Bowen of Iron Rose Women’s Shooting Club. It aims to foster collaboration over competition, providing resources from beginner education to leadership support across the U.S. Features include forums, polls, events, stories, videos, podcasts, and trainer connections, modeled after old-school bulletin board systems.

  • The Gist: National scope targeting women shooters and 2A supporters across the United States; no specific states or jurisdictions limited.
  • Bottom Line: Fills gap in 2A community for women with collaborative online ecosystem to share knowledge, connect, and grow.

Reviews

• Review: Duran ⭐

  Five stars. I recently watched The Big Lebowski , and immediately thought of all of the cast. Shawn is the dude, Jeremy is Walter (John Goodman) mainly for the scene where he threatens to shoot Smokey for giving over the line. Smokey is obviously Aaron for going over the line. Nick has to be Donny (steve buscemi).mainly because he seems like a groomed character and dies from a heart attack.But then I was left with who is savage. Then I realized he shouldn’t be in this movie he’s more Sid the sloth from ice age who got distracted by the last dandelion of the season, which led to his family (the cast leaving him behind).

• Review: Jason ⭐

  Five stars. Should rename the podcast to “BANG” Bros! If you’re looking for a 2A podcast that feels like hanging out in a gun shop after hours with 3 (sometimes 4) genuinely cool dudes and 1 absolute menace (Jeremy), this is it! Endless hot takes and enough fucked up humor to go around! Semper Fi dickweeds!!

• Review: KY Horseman from Kentucky ⭐

  5 stars
  From KY Horseman

  Going to keep it short and sweat for Jeremy. Cause I m fairly sure he’s still sick or he’s sick again. Great show.