Shooters Glossary

A lot has transpired in the firearms industry from July to September of 2021, and it can get a bit overwhelming to keep up with all the news and updates. To keep you informed, we have rounded up all the relevant updates around gun regulations, plus any other gun news that might interest you from the last quarter. Read on to learn more.

Starting your concealed carry journey involves making some important decisions and studying up on the related subjects. Understanding the difference between concealed and open carry is a good place to start. Knowing what to expect when applying for your concealed carry permit is next.

A shotgun, also referred to as a scattergun, is a long-barreled firearm that shoots a shotshell. Over the years, shotguns have become quite popular in sporting tournaments, hunting, and a reliable firearm for home defense. Some shotgun shells only contain a slug (a single large projectile) whereas others carry numerous spherical pellets of “shot.” 

The whole purpose of a sidearm is to serve as a reliable backup weapon when your primary weapon malfunctions, is out of range, or is out of rounds. Selecting a sidearm is no joke; every gun owner needs to invest enough time to research a quality sidearm. Is a revolver more effective, or does a pistol make more sense? You need to take a good look at what matters to you most. 

Rifles have become the most reliable weapon since their inception in the early 1700s. Over the years, rifles have become a favorite amongst gun enthusiasts. However, when it comes to rifle types, there's a lot of information out there, and honestly, it can be a bit overwhelming browsing through all that data. Some rifle types that get a lot of attention, like automatic rifles, aren’t generally legal on the US market and won’t be part of your buying consideration. 

While The United States as a whole allows guns, individual states have their own rules when it comes to concealed carry, who can do it, and when and where it’s permitted. This is the essence of concealed carry “reciprocity” – how your home state’s gun rules translate over into other states willing to acknowledge your firearms training and carrying credentials.

The Second Amendment (known simply as “2A” in many firearm circles) is an amendment of the United States Constitution that was added as part of The Bill of Rights. It guarantees the right of the people to bear arms. Many feel it bestows essential rights in personal defense and home defense. Some call it an anachronism that does more harm than good. This article will explore how the Second Amendment is perceived, how it has fared legally, and what may lie ahead for it.

The female gun culture is hotter than ever. From social media to blogs to sports, women have more places to enjoy firearm culture, get tips, and share their ideas than ever before. If you're a shooting enthusiast, you may enjoy reading blogs written for women gun owners by women gun owners. 

America has always been a nation of riflemen. The history of rifles in the USA dates back to the Revolutionary War and maybe even further. The love for rifles never waned and is still as strong as it ever was, so much so that people have started considering rifles as a dependable firearm for their homes. Yes, that's right, we are talking rifles for home security. 

Open carry and concealed carry are buzz phrases that you hear frequently from both firearm enthusiasts and the media, but these phrases are sometimes conflated with each other or misused. They also have different meanings depending on state laws.