When to Hold 'Em, When to Fold 'Em: The Art of Disengagement
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In this episode of the Guns Podcast U.S., host Brent Wheat and special guest Roy Huntington dive deep into the critical decision-making process of self-defense. Taking a cue from the classic Kenny Rogers song, they discuss knowing “when to hold ’em and when to fold ’em” regarding lethal force. The conversation challenges the “keyboard commando” mentality, emphasizing that carrying a firearm does not obligate you to be a hero in every situation. |
7-Eleven Fires Employee After Self-Defense Shooting
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A 25-year-old employee, Stephanie Dilyard, is fired by 7-Eleven after using her gun to fend off an armed attack while working the early morning shift. Dilyard faced a life-threatening situation when a man with an outstanding felony warrant assaulted her, prompting her to draw her weapon in self-defense.
Despite surviving the attack with injuries, Dilyard’s termination raises questions about corporate self-defense policies and their implications on employee safety. Data reveals that women who defend themselves with firearms are significantly less likely to suffer serious injuries compared to passive resistance methods, highlighting the ongoing debate over personal safety and gun rights in the workplace. |
The “Seditious Six” — A Long History of Gun Control Efforts, Now Trying to Foment Treason
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The group of six Democratic lawmakers (all with military or national-security backgrounds) — now widely dubbed the “Seditious Six” — are attempting to cloak themselves in constitutional righteousness.
In a highly politicized video, they urged U.S. service members to “refuse illegal orders,” a message so ambiguous and inflammatory that the Pentagon launched a formal misconduct investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly.
But none of this should surprise anyone who has followed their careers. For years, the Seditious Six have marched in lockstep with the most aggressive gun-control lobbies in America — pushing legislation aimed at regulating, restricting, or eliminating the firearms owned by millions of peaceful, law-abiding citizens. |
New Guns 2026: EAA MC 1911 250th Anniversary of U.S. Independence Special Edition Pistol
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EAA Corp. has announce its latest special edition Girsan MC 1911 model for the 250th Anniversary of U.S. Independence in 2026. This exclusive model celebrates the nation’s free spirit and the constitutional right to bear arms with a premium limited-edition firearm made for collectors and patriots in mind.
This commemorative 1911 features laser engraved grips with a rendition of the Great Seal of the United States, an engraved slide with chrome finish, and PVD gold accent controls. Dressed for the occasion, each pistol stands out with its striking finish and the timeless appeal of the 1911 platform. |
'Bass Pro Shops has more guns': U.S. Senate candidate Morgan Murphy bashes military capabilities of NATO allies
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"It's unbelievable that our European partners aren't stepping up to take care of this war that is in their own backyard," Murphy told the host. "This is a European war, and frankly, we've got 20 European nations out there that have a smaller army than the average number of guns at a Bass Pro Shop. Literally, I'd rather go to war [on the side of] Bass Pro Shops than 20 of our 31 NATO partners. They're more better armed."
Murphy stressed the need for Europe to handle its own defense going forward.
"So Europe's got to get it together. They can protect their own homeland," he added. |
Guns that lose value faster than a used truck
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Some guns hold value for decades, and others fall off a cliff the moment you leave the store. Hunters and shooters learn this lesson the hard way, usually after trading a rifle or pistol that dropped hundreds of dollars in a single season. Depreciation happens for a lot of reasons—overproduction, mixed reputations, cheap materials, or a design that never caught on in the first place.
If you’ve spent enough time around gun counters, you’ve seen which guns move quickly and which ones get marked down month after month. These are the guns that lose value faster than a used truck and rarely recover from it. |
CA: Democrat set to control huge swathe of San Francisco believes police should be banned from carrying guns
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A Democrat who could become the San Francisco mayor's right-hand woman believes police officers should go gunless in the crime-riddled city.
Natalie Gee is on the shortlist of contenders to fill the Sunset District supervisor seat inside City Hall despite the local police union rallying against her consideration.
Louis Wong, the union's president, said Gee's views on law enforcement are concerning and claimed she had the 'desire to silence the collective voice of the rank-and-file officers who keep this city safe,' he wrote in a letter to Mayor Daniel Lurie, The San Francisco Chronicle reported. |
Black Friday Gun Deals
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Hunting seasons may be coming to a close and for those of you in wintery climes it might be a while before range day becomes fun again. But that’s no reason not to treat yourself to a fun new firearm (or two). I’m always on the lookout for a good bargain, and these are some of the Black Friday deals that caught my eye. |
Haiti: Gangs Wielding American Guns Await US Marines Heading to Haiti
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Additional US Marines being sent to Haiti to defend the embassy from gang attacks face a grim reality: They’re increasingly being targeted by American-made, military-grade firearms.
Haiti doesn’t manufacture weapons and has been under an arms embargo since 2022, but it’s awash in guns. And the Government Accountability Office says 90% of all weapons in Haiti used in a crime were US sourced.
It’s not just simple handguns.
During a chaotic shootout on the outskirts of Haiti’s capital this month, police killed seven gang members and captured a Barret M82 .50-caliber sniper rifle, which is manufactured in Tennessee. |
Beretta M1934 Pistol Review: Italy’s Walther PPK & Mussolini's Pistol of Choice
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The compact Beretta M1934 was Italy’s sidearm of choice going into World War II, but this old and affordable surplus gun still has some shooting chops today. In fact, you may notice some very similar looks shared between this pre-WWII design and one of the company’s current flagship guns, the Beretta 92.
There’s a good reason for that, which we’ll get into below.
Quick Summary: The Beretta M1934 is more than just a piece of history. It is a mechanically interesting pistol that still shoots well and reliably on the range. |
The US Constitution Left Out Nature. Green Amendments Could Fix That
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But in an oversight of history, these constitutions typically do not recognize the right to drink clean water or breathe clean air, or the right to a safe climate and healthy environment. Instead, these fundamental human rights are entrusted to an imperfect political system in which money, power, and special interests often take precedence over justice and basic human needs—and in which partisan advantage is often more important than facts, science, or human life.
Ed.: This authoritarian fantasy is something to keep an eye on. |
Bill of Rights and Respect
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Our Republic depends on it. Ask the average American if they believe in the Bill of Rights, and they will say yes if they know what it is. Ask what rights are in the First Amendment, and most miss it. So, how many know the Bill of Rights? Know the rights? More fundamentally, how many know they are all based on respect?
Maybe what ails us today is that citizens, especially those left-of-center, know little about history, fail to know what rights we have, and do not link them to respect. |
FL: Man shot in possible self-defense shooting in Fort Lauderdale: Police
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A man was shot early Friday in what may have been a self-defense shooting in Fort Lauderdale, according to police.
The gunfire happened at around 3:30 a.m. in the 200 block of Southwest 2nd Street, police said.
Officers found a man suffering from gunshot wounds that were not life-threatening, and he was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center.
Authorities said a preliminary investigation revealed that shots were fired after a physical fight between three men.
The victim did not want to press charges and is not cooperating with detectives, police said.
The shooter "returned to the scene and is cooperating with detectives," but has not been arrested. |
MI: Concealed pistol age requirement could drop to 18 under Michigan proposal
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In Michigan, 18-year-olds can vote, serve in the military, serve on a jury, own a firearm, marry and enter into contracts.
Some state lawmakers want to add carrying a concealed pistol to that list.
Currently, only residents ages 21 and older can apply for and receive a license to carry a concealed pistol in the state. Legislation put forward by state Rep. Jason Woolford, R-Howell, would lower the age to 18.
“Right now, Michigan tells us that an 18-year-old soldier or Marine that are mature enough to deploy overseas and carry a service weapon for our country but, somehow, is not responsible enough to carry a sidearm to protect themselves in their own neighborhood,” said Woolford, a U.S.M.C. veteran. “This doesn’t make sense to me.” |
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