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Gear Chat

• Shootingnewsweekly

  ZeroTech Adjustable BDC Turret

  ZeroTech has released an adjustable BDC turret designed to work with any load by allowing users to set custom ballistic drop compensation markings. The turret enables faster ranging, dialing, and shooting compared to traditional methods by combining elevation adjustment with a customizable BDC scale that can be tailored to specific ammunition ballistics.

  • Availability: New product release covered by Shooting News Weekly
  • Special: User-configurable BDC scale that can be adjusted for any specific load to enable direct range dialing
• Thetruthaboutguns

  Ruger American Predator .308 Hunting Setup

  The article details a suppressed hunting configuration of the Ruger American Predator bolt-action rifle in .308 Winchester, featuring a 22-inch spiral fluted barrel with burnt bronze Cerakote finish, Green Splatter Gen II stock, AI-style 3-round magazine, and 5/8×24 threading. It is paired with a Primary Weapons Systems BDE 762 suppressor, HORUS HoVR 5-20x50mm riflescope (multiple reticle options), Accu-Tac PC-4 bipod, and Federal Fusion 165-grain bonded soft-point ammunition for whitetail deer at 100-200 yards. The setup emphasizes value, accuracy, and practical hunting enhancements like suppression and stable shooting support.

  • Availability: Widely available at retailers (tested and reviewed in 2026 article)
  • Cost: $769
  • Special: Threaded 5/8×24 spiral fluted barrel with burnt bronze Cerakote finish, compatible with .30 caliber suppressors such as the PWS BDE 762
• Thefirearmblog

  Spartan Pocket Pod

  The Spartan Pocket Pod is a compact, foldable bipod designed to fit in a shooter’s pocket when not in use. It deploys quickly to provide a stable shooting platform for rifles or pistols and collapses into a small, portable unit.

  • Special: Folds down to pocket-sized form factor while deploying into a functional bipod with adjustable legs for stability Citation: [web:0]
• Theoutdoorwire

  Gun Owners of America Outdoor and Overlanding Experience

  Gun Owners of America (GOA) has launched a new Outdoor and Overlanding Experience event focused on firearms owners interested in outdoor activities and vehicle-based adventure travel. Tickets for the event, referred to as GEAR Tickets, are now available per the November 2026 press release.

  • Availability: Tickets now available (announced November 2026)
• Shootingwire

  FLUX Defense Redux – Glock Gen 4/5

  The FLUX Redux is a modern evolution of the original FLUX pistol chassis platform for Glock Gen 4 and Gen 5 pistols. It features upgraded materials (injection-molded composite developed to replace metal engine parts), improved ergonomics, a deeper and more secure pistol interface, smoother magazine release, spring-loaded auto-deploying brace/stock for rapid one-handed deployment, an all-new removable aluminum shroud with ambidextrous thumb ledges that accommodates ported/compensated pistols and suppressors, and retains the modular two-piece design with integrated spare magazine capability. It is explicitly not a firearm and is designed for compact carry in home defense, vehicle, bag, and close-quarters applications.

  • Availability: Available for preorder at FLUXDefense.com and authorized retailers such as Gallenson’s; official release and shipping on November 6, 2026 (currently sold out with waitlist).
  • Cost: $349.99
  • Special: Spring-loaded brace/stock system for rapid one-handed deployment combined with a removable aluminum shroud incorporating ambi thumb ledges and suppressor clearance.
• Arken Optics USA (Nick)

  Arken Optics Targetlock TL3000 Weapon-Mounted Ballistic Laser Rangefinder

  The ARKEN TARGETLOCK TL3000 is a compact, lightweight weapon-mounted ballistic laser rangefinder featuring 3,000-yard ranging, instant ballistic solutions powered by the DNT Ballistic Engine, and Kestrel® connectivity. Built for PRS competition, long-range hunting, and precision shooting.

  The Arken Optics Targetlock TL3000 is a weapon-mounted ballistic laser rangefinder designed for direct integration on firearms. It combines precise laser ranging with onboard ballistic computation to deliver rapid, compensated aiming solutions in a compact, rugged package suitable for tactical and long-range applications.

  • Availability: Available for purchase directly from Arken Optics USA website
  • Special: Integrated ballistic computer provides real-time compensated holdover or turret adjustment data based on ranged distance, environmental factors, and ammunition profile
• Thefirearmblog

  Atlas Defense CRC Compact Rail Carrier

  The Atlas Defense CRC is a compact rail carrier designed as a lightweight, low-profile mounting solution for adding Picatinny rail sections or accessories to firearms without a full-length handguard. It provides a modular interface that maintains a slim profile while allowing users to attach optics, lights, or other gear directly to the carrier section.

  • Special: Compact, low-profile design that adds modular Picatinny rail capability while preserving a slim firearm profile and reducing overall weight compared to traditional handguards.
• Gogunzee

  GoGunZee E-Type Silhouette Targets

  GoGunZee offers E-Type silhouette qualification targets made from AR500 steel, designed for pistol and rifle practice. The collection features durable, reactive steel targets in standard E-type silhouette shapes for training and competition use.

  • Availability: Available for purchase on gogunzee.com
  • Special: AR500 steel construction for durability against repeated impacts

Bullet Points

• Thetruthaboutguns

  Why Is My Suppressed AR-15 Still Loud?

  A suppressor on an AR-15 primarily reduces muzzle blast from expanding propellant gases but does not eliminate the supersonic crack produced by standard 55-grain 5.56 ammunition traveling faster than the speed of sound. Additional noise sources include backpressure from the suppressor increasing gas flow through the direct-impingement system (often called “port pop” or gas to the face), barrel length, ammunition choice, and suppressor design. Switching to subsonic ammunition removes the crack but sacrifices velocity and ballistic performance; tuning the gas system or using flow-through suppressors can mitigate excess backpressure.

  • Availability: Range/competition (hearing-safe practical shooting and training with reduced muzzle blast but persistent supersonic crack or gas issues)
  • Special: Pro: Significantly reduces muzzle blast (typically 20-40 dB overall, bringing 165 dB unsuppressed 5.56 down to ~135-145 dB); Con: Supersonic crack remains with standard ammo; increased backpressure causes more gas to the face, fouling, and over-gassing on DI AR-15s.
• Shootingnewsweekly

  I’m Sorry Dave I’m Afraid I Can’t Give You The Gun Related Answer You’re Looking For

  The article discusses AI systems refusing to provide information on firearms or gun-related topics, referencing the HAL 9000 line from 2001: A Space Odyssey. It highlights limitations in AI responses for queries involving guns, ammunition, or related technical details in the context of the firearms industry.

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Going Ballistic

• Bearingarms

  Treasury Department Releases Report on Debanking

  The U.S. Treasury Department issued a report examining debanking practices, where financial institutions terminate relationships with customers in certain industries. The report highlights concerns over politically motivated or risk-based account closures affecting lawful businesses, including those in the firearms sector. Author Tom Knighton discusses the findings in the context of Second Amendment implications.

  • The Gist: Affects U.S. businesses and individuals in politically sensitive industries such as firearms, with nationwide scope
  • Impact: Highlights regulatory and political pressure on banks leading to viewpoint discrimination; may prompt legislative or regulatory reforms to protect lawful commerce
  • Bottom Line: Report confirms debanking occurs and disproportionately impacts gun-related businesses, underscoring need for stronger protections against financial censorship
• Breitbart (Savage)

  Report: Armed Citizens Stopped 36.6 Percent of Active Shooter Incidents from 2014 Through 2025

  A report by CPRC president John Lott shows armed citizens stopped a third of all “active shooter incidents” from 2014 through 2025.

  A new report covering active shooter incidents in the United States from 2014 to 2025 finds that armed citizens successfully intervened in 36.6% of cases. The data highlights the role of lawfully armed civilians in ending attacks before law enforcement arrival, based on analysis of incidents meeting the FBI’s active shooter criteria. The findings come from a detailed study tracking both civilian and law enforcement interventions over the 12-year period.

  • The Gist: United States – all states reporting active shooter incidents meeting FBI criteria from 2014-2025
  • Impact: Demonstrates significant positive legal and political impact for Second Amendment rights by quantifying defensive gun uses in mass public attacks, potentially influencing debates on concealed carry, gun-free zones, and armed citizen preparedness
  • Bottom Line: Armed citizens stopped 36.6% of active shooter incidents analyzed between 2014 and 2025
• AmmoLand Shooting Sports News (Savage)

  Baltimore County Police Investigate Cockeysville Driveway Shooting of Three Masked Men on Halloween

  A Maryland resident shot three masked men who allegedly threatened him with a handgun in his driveway on Halloween. One died and two were wounded.

  On October 31, 2026, around 10:40 p.m., in the 10000 block of Greenside Drive in Cockeysville, Maryland, a resident sitting in his driveway was approached by three masked men armed with a handgun who threatened him. The resident drew his own firearm, fired at the suspects, who then fled; he immediately called 911. One suspect, 20-year-old Amon Walker, was found deceased nearby, the other two sought hospital treatment for gunshot wounds, and police recovered a loaded handgun believed to belong to the suspects. Baltimore County Homicide Unit is investigating with no charges announced and no ongoing threat to the community.

  • The Gist: Affects a single resident in Cockeysville, Baltimore County, Maryland; three adult male suspects (one identified as 20-year-old Amon Walker).
  • Impact: Ongoing homicide investigation by Baltimore County Police; self-defense claim under apparent threat with a firearm in driveway of residence; no charging decision announced as of November 2, 2026.
  • Bottom Line: Resident defended himself against armed masked intruders on his property, resulting in one death and two injuries; investigation continues.
• Shooting News Weekly (Savage)

  James Talarico Supports Federal Semi-Automatic Rifle Ban

  None of this comes from his opponents. It comes from bills Talarico wrote, signed onto, voted for, and answers he gave on camera. The record is his.

  Texas State Rep. and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico stated “Absolutely” when asked in a September 2026 NewsNation interview if a federal ban on semi-automatic rifles remains on the table. His record includes co-authoring legislation to criminalize transfers of semi-automatic rifles above .22 caliber with detachable magazines to adults under 21, multiple votes against Constitutional Carry, and earlier public support for an “assault weapon” ban, magazine restrictions, and other measures. Texas currently has no state-level assault weapons ban or magazine capacity limits on semi-automatic rifles.

  • The Gist: Affects Texas voters and gun owners statewide; as a U.S. Senate candidate, Talarico’s position would impact federal law applying to all states if enacted, targeting commonly owned semi-automatic rifles such as AR-15-style firearms.
  • Impact: Represents explicit support for a nationwide prohibition on semi-automatic rifles, conflicting with Texas’s permissive firearms laws and ongoing Supreme Court litigation (e.g., cases examining Second Amendment protection for AR-15s); Talarico has a consistent legislative history of advancing gun control measures in the Texas House.
  • Bottom Line: Talarico’s direct affirmation confirms his intent to pursue a semi-automatic rifle ban at the federal level; Texans evaluating his candidacy for U.S. Senate should take the statement at face value.
• AmmoLand Shooting Sports News (Savage)

  El-Sayed Wants Muskets, Everytown Wants AR-15 Bans

  Abdul El-Sayed invokes muskets while Everytown defends AR-15 bans. A look at the history, Supreme Court rulings, and arguments they ignore.

  The article critiques Michigan Attorney General candidate Abdul El-Sayed and the gun control group Everytown for what it describes as misleading claims and myths about the AR-15 and assault weapons. It argues that proposals to ban or restrict AR-15-style rifles ignore historical context, constitutional protections, and the defensive utility of these firearms, framing them as an attack on Second Amendment rights rather than effective public safety measures.

  • The Gist: Affects gun owners and Second Amendment advocates nationwide, with specific focus on Michigan political races involving Abdul El-Sayed and national campaigns by Everytown for Gun Safety.
  • Impact: Challenges the legal and political narrative pushed by gun control organizations that AR-15s are uniquely dangerous “assault weapons” deserving bans; asserts these claims distort facts about firearm ownership, crime statistics, and the individual right to keep and bear arms protected by the U.S. Constitution.
  • Bottom Line: The piece contends that calls for AR-15 restrictions or limits to “musket-era” technology represent unconstitutional overreach and ineffective policy, urging readers to reject the promoted gun control myths in favor of preserving modern sporting rifles for lawful self-defense and constitutional rights.
• The Truth About Guns (Savage)

  ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider Resigns to Return to George Mason University

  ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider resigns after overseeing major gun regulation rollbacks and will return to George Mason University.

  ATF announced on October 30, 2026, that Chief Counsel Robert Leider has resigned after serving since early 2025. A Second Amendment scholar who previously clerked for Justice Clarence Thomas, Leider oversaw the development of more than 40 proposed and final rules, including rollbacks of certain Biden-era regulations on dealers, pistol braces, and ‘engaged in the business’ definitions, plus updated National Firearms Act guidance. He will resume his position as Assistant Professor of Law at Antonin Scalia Law School; ATF Director Robert Cekada accepted the resignation and praised his contributions to the agency’s legal and policy work.

  • The Gist: Affects the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) nationwide and all federal firearms licensees, manufacturers, and owners subject to ATF rulemaking and enforcement.
  • Impact: Leider played a central role in reversing or modifying multiple Biden-era rules (zero-tolerance dealer policy, pistol brace rule, engaged-in-the-business rule) and issuing new NFA guidance; his departure occurs during ongoing rulemaking and may affect finalization or defense of remaining reforms under the current administration.
  • Bottom Line: Leider, appointed in March 2025 after the prior chief counsel was removed, is returning to academia after contributing to over 40 rules that the agency described as strengthening its regulatory framework while aligning with Second Amendment protections and recent court precedents.
• bearingarms.com (Savage)

  New Jersey’s ERPO Media Blitz and Its Staggering Price Tag

  Explore New Jersey’s costly ERPO media campaign and the controversy over its impact and due process.

  New Jersey has launched a public awareness campaign promoting its Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law, also known as a “red flag” law. The article examines the state’s media blitz, associated expenditures, and the program’s reported utilization and outcomes based on available data.

  • The Gist: New Jersey residents and firearm owners subject to the state’s Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law.
  • Impact: The media campaign promotes ERPO usage while incurring significant taxpayer costs; critics highlight low petition numbers, potential due process concerns, and questions about effectiveness versus expense.
  • Bottom Line: New Jersey’s ERPO awareness effort carries a high financial cost with limited demonstrated impact on public safety according to the reported figures.

Reviews

• Review: Anonymous Coward from Wisconsin

  Shawn….talk more
  Nick…for the love of god please stop aggressively saying uhhhhhh ummmmm UHHHHHHHHH between every goddam word, with Aaron gone and Savage doing Savage stuff you talk more than ever and it’s flaring my autism
  Jeremy….lose the baby weight
  Savage….weed
• Review: Anonymous Coward from Kansas

  Jeremy has some interesting neighbors

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• Review: Michael T

  You know Ron Jeremy. I know you do. I want you to visualize him. I know you don’t want to but I know you can.
  Now picture him as Pennywise the Dancing Clown. You know, the one from Stephen Kings ‘IT’.
  This is what the horrible music you have been playing on the show sounds like.
  Fuck you.
  Keep it up. Thanks for all you do.