Gun Suppressor – Buying Process
What is all involved in owning a suppressor for your rifle? Currently, in the U.S. under the National Firearms Act there are stringent taxes and regulations that manufacturer must adhere by. Out of the 50 states, only 39 states can legally possess a supressor. There are 11 states that are prohibited, click on the accordion […]
Winchester 94/22 – Classic
The World’s Greatest Guns Remembered – The Winchester 94/22 Classic guns are passionately researched and documented by enthusiasts across the United Kingdom, from a number of backgrounds. Individuals who like clay shooting, game shooting or even hunting will be very well read when it comes to their weapon of chance as such, it is always […]
Defensive Shooting Skills Development – NRA 2013
This year at the NRA Convention there were many shows to watch. A big one was on defensive shooting seminar taught by Rob Pincus, owner of Ice Training Company. He was making his case for the “warrior case theory”, which is real world scenario that students can learn to recognize and respond appropriately in the […]
Glock Announces Continued Relations with Alaska Dept of Safety
GLOCK, Inc.announced the continuation of its relationship with the law enforcement (LE) customer Alaska Department of Public Safety (DPS). A dedicated customer for more than nine years, Alaska DPS confirmed that it will replace its standard-issue duty sidearm Gen3 GLOCK 22 pistol with the Gen4 GLOCK 22 pistol. The three commissioned divisions of DPS, laska […]
5.11 Ultimate Tactical Experience
5.11 Tactical Gear famous for their specially designed pants with tactical strap and slash pocket. Specifically designed for functionality, other attributes are durability, quality and value. Today 5.11 announces an entry to win “The Ultimate Tactical Experience”. All you have to do is enter on their website, but don’t go yet, let us give you […]
Video tribute to the late Tom Knapp by his cameraman
Western Shooting Journal stops by the NRA annual convention in Houston
We had a great time at the NRA’s annual convention last weekend, met lots of new people and reconnected with many in the industry. Saw so many new products and organizations I couldn’t possibly remember them all, but here are a few photos of some of them below. The city of Houston was very accommodating […]
Mike Raahauge, owner of Raahauge Hands-on Shooting Sports Fair, passes away
It is with great sadness that we report the passing away of Mike Raahauge, one of the legends in the firearms community. He died at age 72 of esophageal cancer diagnosed in August. His Raahauge Shooting Enterprises puts on one of the biggest gun shows in the country every year, which uniquely features the ability […]
Field Shooting
Deer hunting season is not here yet, but it is a good time to be rifling in and maintaining it. Shooting at paper target is different compared to out on the field with a real live moving deer and no benches. So the challenge is to engage the target at the right time. How do […]
XS Sights Systems
XS Sights Systems A family owned business based out of Fort Worth, TX. Specializing in precision manufacturing of hunting and combat products for civilian, law enforcement and military professionals. Their trademark is the shallow rear V and visible front dot known as “XS Sight Systems 24/7”, designed for quick front sight acquisition in low lighting […]