Editor's Note
Editor’s Note – Something Different
“We’re not in the business of making run-of-the-mill firearms—or giving them forgettable names.”
Editor’s Note – M1 Garand’s Timeless Design
Gen. George S. Patton famously called the M1 Garand “the best battle implement ever devised.”Editor’s Note — Stepping Up
Many new gun owners are women who are interested in small concealable personal protection firearms. Micro-compact pistols are a great option here.Editor’s Note — Personal Protection
Many new gun owners are women who are interested in small concealable personal protection firearms. Micro-compact pistols are a great option here.Editor’s Note — Handle With Care
Like any lifelong assembly, it takes time to sort the gold from the dross. Estate sales can be painful affairs for a grieving family, and all too often these families can be taken advantage of.Editor’s Note — Quiet, Please
Suppressors typically reduce noise levels by about 20 to 30 decibels, roughly the same amount as a pair of high-quality earplugs or earmuffs. There is another benefit as well: suppressed firearms can reduce recoil, sometimes as much as 25 percent.Editor’s Note — Technological Marvels
Night-vision and thermal optics are unquestionably technological marvels. They are also, unquestionably, well on the way to becoming mainstream accessories.Editor’s Note — Passing It On
Passing it on. Those three simple words lay at the heart of the shooting sports. Mentoring new shooters helps grow the sport.Editor’s Note — Timeless Design
One of the reasons the 1911 remains popular is the design lends itself to seemingly endless customization.Editor’s Note — Safe Spaces
Secure storage of guns is a key component of firearms ownership.Editor’s Note — Boon Or Boondoggle?
Black Friday is coming. Are you ready?Editor’s Note — Creative Spark
Inspiration for new designs is often the result of frustration with existing gear.Editor’s Note — What’s in Stock?
The market has stabilized some, though it’s likely to be a while yet before all store shelves are fully stocked with a full array of loads for every application.Editor’s Note — Help on the Way
Millions of new gun owners have entered our space. Many of these purchases were spurred by well-founded concerns for personal safety. And of these millions, a sizable chunk desire to carry a concealed firearm.Editor’s Note — Smashing Success
Before the show, SHOT was touted as “a big deal.” With more than 50,000 attendees and 2,500 booths, by all means, it was.Editor’s Note — Selling Technology
Companies must not only keep up with the demands of customers, but also keep up with technology and how to stay ahead of the curve.Editor’s Note — Leading the Way
Features include second installment of “Innovators and Influencers,” a celebration of and salute to a select group of leaders in our industry.Editor’s Note — Pillars of Success
Flexibility and ability to pivot product development to meet new consumer demands is the sign of an innovative, well-run company.Editor’s Note — The Visionary
Some 30 years ago, Clark Vargas had a vision of a world of carefully designed and engineered shooting ranges that would offer recreational shooters a first-class experience.Editor’s Note — High Standards
As a young editor I was fortunate to have been mentored by an older hand, one who showed me the ropes and helped turn me from a raw recruit to a seasoned professional.
