 If you've ever watched mid 20th Century Westerns you'll recall how the Gatling Gun is portrayed as the most lethal and feared type of ordnance on the 19th century prairie. From The Outlaw Josey Wales to Django (1966 version), the Gatling wrought bloody havoc and sent those on the receiving end to a rapid grave or fleeing for cover. Though modern machine guns have increased the rate of fire, both new and antiquated systems essentially dispense the same terrifying barrage of lead. Tippmann's 9mm gatling released a few years ago is limited to Glock-compatible 33rnd sticks, however their new 22LR mini gatling utilizes a modular belt magazine meaning you can continue shooting for as long as you can afford belt sections to fit together. Seven 8.5" barrels deliver your pint-sized lead just as fast as you can crank the handle: because it's of manual operation it does not qualify as a "machine" gun and therefore requires no ATF paperwork, stamps, waiting periods, DoJ oversight or other Federal scrutiny. This is hillbilly as it gets in terms of maintaining your 2A rights and enjoying your shooting freedoms - however, I would seriously recommend owning land and building yourself a shooting gallery of railroad ties backed with a 12 foot berm of dirt and sand to catch the spray. Indiscriminate blasting with this beast could accidentally injure or kill someone a mile away, which would be a dreadful dent on your conscience not to mention another negative strike against our already beleaguered firearm freedoms. Buy it here at the Tippmann Ordnance WEBSITE.
 A very interesting offering from Tristar Arms, the LR94 comes in three finishes - blued. color case hardened and nickel. We love lever guns at the AFD and we'd sure love to give this a try at the range. At first glance the rear site looks a little oversized compared to the usual buckhorn affair: buckhorns work great, have the classic look and are low profile to boot, which is our personal preference. With the seeming scarcity of .410 shells at your local ammo supplier, it may be worth buying your loads online through someone like Ammoseek.com which uses an algorithm to locate ammo supplies throughout the whole country. No indication on the Tristar WEBSITE where the LR94 is actually manufactured, though I suspect they're of Turkish origin and imported to the US by Tristar as with their other firearm offerings. If that's the case I think these are overpriced and I'd like to see them in the same ballpark as Rossi M92's, i.e. circa $650. Anyway, I look forward to handling one, some day soon.
 Henry's brand new offering and first foray into the sidearm arena promises revolver fans an heirloom piece in either a square or birdshead American walnut grip. This elegant new wheelgun is chambered in 357MAG/38SPL and will set you back $800-$900 (street price) at your favorite brick and mortar gunstore or online FFL. Okay, so it seems that domestically manufactured revolvers are around twice the price of those made in the Philippines or South America, but what you're getting is a "Made in America" firearm, from a reputable marque who'll stand by their work and make right any post-purchase issues - and that's not always the case when you buy a foreign product, as we all know. Henry is an outstanding company that pays attention to function, fit and finish with all their guns, and the Big Boy pictured promises to be no exception. Old school blueing compliments a pleasing profile and nostalgic ergonomics with an exposed ejector rod and classically fluted cylinder, and the brass trigger guard accents this genuinely handsome sixgun. Allegedly they're about to release 22LR and 22MAG versions too - however, I sincerely hope they're increasing the capacity to allow for the decreased ballistics of those little rounds v's the formidable 357MAG. If you had to use a 22 for self defense it would behoove you to triple-tap so as to equal the equivalent lead dispensed with a larger caliber, and don't let naysayers belittle this diminutive slug, it's a nasty little bullet that is more than ample for self defense if you put the practice in. In that regard, the good thing about 22LR is it's cheap to buy and banging off a hundred rounds a week at the range will cost you ten bucks tops. I gotta say I really like the looks of it and wish I had the means to grab one hot off the press. Keep your eye on the Henry site for a dedicated specs page but these are shipping now so if you get a hankering, there won't be long to wait. WEBSITE.
 So, it's impossible to proceed in reviewing anything pistol related without discussing the RIA 5.0ST. That's because it's the first "big-manufacturer" departure from the Browning/Petter/SIG short recoil systems utilized since...well...circa 1910. In my opinion Sam Colt's Peacemaker and J.M.Browning's "old slabsides" are the greatest American sidearms of all time, but the pistol pictured above might just cause revisionist thinking. Made 100% in Utah, the RIA 5.0ST features a patented Ram Valve System (RVS) designed by gunsmith extraordinaire Fred Craig (the brain behind the Atomitronx Merc and the Armscor .22TCM). Craig's RVS is engineered to maximize barrel mass and linear momentum for precision accuracy, increased reliability and a super-soft felt recoil.
With it's internal rails and monolithic profile the pistol is superficially reminiscent of CZ TS but don't judge it by it's cover. Ergonomically it utilizes a more vertical than average grip angle, opts for an aluminum frame in a blessed departure from the typical polymers, sticks with a carbon steel slide and adds a unique squared barrel which acts as a recoil dampening shunt against an internal piston rather than utilizing the typical recoil spring, link and tilting barrel. It's an ingenious design that should, once the patent expires or RIA sells the rights, be the new standard for all pistols across all manufacturers. Just saying. This may actually be an improvement on the 1911, a design I always thought couldn't be topped! The 5.0ST promises a silky smooth trigger for accuracy in rapid-fire situations, and wears a two-piece modular grip for swap-out flexibility and improved purchase. Clearly, the level of R&D that went into this pistol was painstaking and I predict Rock Island Armory have a winner on their hands that'll be quickly adopted by competitive shooters worldwide. The 5.0 ST is available in two configurations: the standard model comes with an LPA adjustable rear sight and the SP model comes with a smooth slide (no dovetails cut for traditional sights) which is factory mated with a C-MORE RTS2 red dot optic. View it here on the RIA WEBSITE.  Haven't seen this in the flesh, and no word on price yet, but it promises to possess the full package of desirable levergun attributes in a fast reviving genre. This description below from the Pedersoli WEBSITE:
Introducing the PEDERSOLI 86/71 LEVER ACTION DROPTINE MODEL, a harmonious blend of nostalgia, aesthetics, and modern functionality. The elusive and rare drop tine deer is the result of abnormal antler growth, characterized by the downward development of one or more tines on either or both left and right racks of antlers. Typical of extremely long-lived animals, drop tines are attributed with shrewdness and cunning and the ability to escape the aim of predators and hunters alike. The new 86/71 Droptine Lever Action Rifle with tubular magazine, is smooth and fast, thanks to the solid steel CNC machined lever and receiver. Available in the long-lived 30-30 Winchester caliber, coming down to us from a glorious past, it continues to be relevant today. It has been revised in this modern version, thanks to the excellent restyling by the main commercial ammunition manufacturers and consumer demand. This model is characterized using innovative components and materials, as well as an affordable price. We are proud to include this famous caliber in the Boarbuster line, having developed a specific version featuring the elegant stock/forend tobacco color and matte black metal parts. The PMG barrel, threaded 5/8”x24UNF at the muzzle is equipped with fiber optic front sight and the Picatinny base with integrated rear sight. After much research and development, we have engineered a special loading lever that is both ergonomic and large enough, to enable ease of loading while wearing protective gloves or comfortable enough with bare hands. Equipped with a Microcell butt pad for higher absorption recoil than typical rubber pad, the innovative techno-polymer stock has both vertical and horizontal adjustments. We have developed a particular Picatinny base, to be mounted to the left side of the receiver. This accommodation helps overcome the limitations on the use of normal scopes, due to the mechanical characteristics of the 1886 model. The offset, compared to the central axis of the barrel, is 4 cm, enough to equip the gun with most of the optics on the market, while still guaranteeing effective extraction of the cartridge case from the upper part of the action frame.  Oscar Wilde said "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery" and never was this more appropro than when it comes to the new FPC from Smith & Wesson. George Kellgren's designs have been emulated by the likes of Ruger, Taurus, Standard Mfg etc beforehand but it amazes me it took so long for someone to bring out their iteration of the now legendary Kel-Tec Sub2000 - as a backpack rifle there's no rival. Until now that is. Though I can tell you right off I prefer the Sub2k for it's slenderness and Glock-mag compatibility, the FPC is ideal for those seeking to install optics, simply because the carbine folds sideways (via a massive hinge) instead of arse over tit like the Kel-Tec. I also believe George Kellgren is among the world's top five firearm designers (a short list that includes Sam Colt and JMB) of all time, and I've owned his pistols since he headed up Intratec back in the 90's. Anyway, this isn't about Kel-Tec, it's about S&W. I think this is a great Gen1 of their folding PCC and I predict over the next 5 years they'll drop a load more R&D dollars into it, plus listen to online reviewers, as they smooth out the rough edges and hone a truly useful, user-friendly wee rifle that gives Kellgren a run for his money! This from the S&W WEBSITE.
 Coming soon to the US is Hera's H6 bolt action rifle in .223 REM or 300 BLK. It accepts PMAGs and feeds like the British Sten gun of WWII infamy (doubly odd being that this is a German company!). Among other features it has a folding stock and a full length rail (scope pictured above is just for demonstration). Hera were once known for their 1911 pistol chassis and with those preluded so many other companies who've come along with chassis systems for Glocks, Sigs and S&W's. The side mounted mag of the Sten was a brilliant idea allowing commando's to lie prone, close to the ground, and stalk in on the enemy without bumping the mag. The little machine gun could be kept close to the ground whilst firing, or rested on a berm and fired and reloaded whilst keeping a very low profile. Though Sten's were initially, notoriously jammy (issues of cheap manufacture mostly), they did improve with subsequent iterations and were carried by allied forces throughout the war. They've also graced the silver screen enough times to be part of our modern firearm psyche. But it's not just cool looking, it's a commonsensical design, especially for a bolt gun intended to be shot from the weeds or a grassy knoll. I've often wondered why this magazine configuration isn't incorporated more frequently in modern semiauto carbines - I suspect it has something to do with how we shoot as Americans: standing upright, offhand, braced, swinging vertical, emitting a war-cry and with balls to the battle come what may. Movies and training all bolster that heroic fearlessness. But in the real world, taking cover is an imperative to getting close to game, or, surviving more than a few gnarly seconds in combat (or hellish post-apocalyptic survival scenario). Visit the Hera WEBSITE and keep an eye out for the promising new H6.
 German manufacturer Umarex does not lack in the innovation department. This slim, light, quiet PCP carbine is testament to their ability to constantly apply the latest developments in airgun technology into a single package, in this case the Notos. For all intents and purposes this is comparable to a 22LR for short range varmint work or backyard plinking plus you can shoot it in the basement without deafening yourself thanks to the permanently attached three-baffle "SilencAir System" (that we won't call a silencer).
If that SilencAir System was attached to a 22LR you'd need to do your whole Form 4 song and dance with the ATF. Plus, with a 11.5" barrel this would technically be an SBR if it were a 22LR firearm, for which you'd also have to file a Form 1, and wait the obligatory six months, and pay your $200, and have all the lack-of-mobility headaches of an NFA registered firearm. Plus, to buy a 22lr firearm of any type requires a gunshop purchase or FFL transfer - all of which when said and done is mucho denero! I harbor a great fondness for the airgun world precisely because it lives outside the increasingly regulated world of "guns" (for now anyway, until we become like the UK and classify airguns as firearms) and inspires unfettered creativity in the designers who dwell in this dreamlike realm of air-powered freedom...a freedom we haven't know in this country, in any walk of life, since the 1970's. Get it for $199 HERE and celebrate a rare retro liberty. Also, if you want to drool over the amazing array of Umarex stuff, check THIS link out.  This high-powered airgun uses a 10-shot magazine and requires no CO2 or compressed air thanks to an IGT Gas Piston actuated by breaking the barrel. This is an excellent option for a survival rifle for small game - you can carry 500 pellets in your pocket and you'll never need to worry about sourcing bullets, nor the noise of shooting them. It uses a Whisper Maxxim integral suppressor and comes complete with a 39x40 scope (not sure how well it stands up to the considerable recoil however, you may need to upgrade the optics). It's available in 177 or 22 and comes with a single 10-shot mag. Get it for a great price HERE:
The Gamo Swarm Maxxim 10X GEN 2 Multi-Shot Air Rifle is an economical breakbarrel airgun that's well-suited to plinking, pesting, and small-game hunting. Reaching velocities of up to 1,300 FPS in .177 and 1,000 FPS in .22 (with alloy pellets), it offers shooters a light and compact repeating platform for fast follow-up shots. The Swarm Maxxim uses an IGT inert gas piston powerplant for smooth and stable operation, reduced vibration, and increased longevity due to the lack of spring fatigue, plus better low-temperature operation and the ability to leave it cocked for longer periods. It also includes a 2-stage Custom Action Trigger that independently adjusts each stage for travel. The 10X GEN 2 Quick-Shot magazine attaches horizontally and flush with the stock to ensure a low profile, and the bottom of the grip comes off to reveal an extra magazine storage compartment. In addition, the Shock Wave Absorber pad translates to nearly 75% less recoil than airguns without a buttpad. The barrel of this airgun is jacketed with polymer and employs Whisper Maxxim noise-reduction technology for a quieter shot. Also, the stock is filled with automotive-grade glass and features all-weather synthetic construction and a textured rubber grip and forearm for a firm hold. This air rifle comes with a Gamo 3-9x40 scope that's fog-proof, waterproof, and shockproof, as well as a mount. In addition, it includes an 11mm dovetail Recoil Reducing Rail that increases the longevity of scopes because it eliminates nearly all recoil for optics attached to it. To get an affordable repeating breakbarrel with upgraded technology and improved design versus the previous generation, buy a Gamo Swarm Maxxim 10X GEN 2 Multi-Shot Air Rifle from Pyramyd Air today.  Announced at this past SHOT Show, this beautiful blued-steel and walnut resurrection of Marlin's renowned 336 comes with all the finesse evident in the 1895 range already released by Ruger, and yet it promises to MSRP for less than $1,000! Great news for fans of this venerable round and iconic rifle. I hope they bring back the 336Y - the youth version and my favorite of the Marlin .30-30's - as I believe it keeps our next generation in the sport and provides a more manageable carbine for us shorter folks and female hunters. Keep an eye on their WEBSITE for an ETA!
 Probably the best thing about the blocky Austrian plastic pistol is the ubiquitousness of their magazines: I suspect almost everyone - Glock fan or not - owns one or more Glock mags if only because one of their firearms utilizes them, or, they used to own a Glock and decided to sell it because they didn't like it. But when new firearm manufacturers suddenly pop up and produce weapons that are mag-compatible, we all get a little excited because we know we have mags lying around and can always grab four sticks on line for the price of a scarcer proprietary one. Stealth Arms has just come out with a fully customizable 1911 that takes G17 9MM mags. (By the way, the larger pistol pictured above is designed in their excellent builder app that allows you to fully customize your piece according to your preferences and would cost around $1,600. The smaller inset image is their base pistol at $1,400.) What's interesting is that the use of the Glock mag allows for virtually the same grip angle as the original, traditional 1911 so for 1911 fans you're getting an American-made, hand-built, custom double stack slabside (for a decent price) in an inherently familiar ergonomic package. So far they only manufacture pistols in 9MM, but 45ACP is on the cards for the not-too-distant future. Exciting stuff! Check it out here on their WEBSITE.
Often not necessarily for the benefit of the frugal shooter, the longarm nevertheless continues to evolve to suit the ever-growing demand for ballistic perfection....  Gunwerks Werkman Rifle System. Calibers: 6.5 PRC, 7 PRC, .300 PRC. Price: $4,950. WEBSITE  Proof Ascension. Calibers: 6.5 CM, 6.5 PRC, 7mm Rem Mag, 7mm PRC, 28 Nosler, 308 Win, 300 Win Mag, 300 WSM, and 300 PRC. Price: $7,700. WEBSITE  Chapuis Armes X4 Double Rifle. Calibers: 9.3x74R or .30-06. Price: $7,299. WEBSITE  Browning x-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready. Calibers: 204 Ruger, 223 Rem, 22-250 Rem. 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Win, 6.5 PRC, 6.8 Western, 7 PRC, 7mm Rem Mag, 28 Nosler, 300 Win Mag, and 300 PRC. Price: $1,429.99+. WEBSITE  Savage Arms Stevens 334. Calibers: .308 Win. / 6.5 Creedmoor / .243 Win Price: $439+. WEBSITE  IWI Carmel. Calibers: 5.56 NATO. Price: $1,799 WEBSITE  Mossberg Patriot LR Tactical. Calibers: 6.5 PRC, .308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor. Price: $1,085. WEBSITE  Bergara B-14 Squared Crest. Calibers: .308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, and 300 Win Mag. Price: $2,000. WEBSITE  Stag Arms Pursuit Hunting Line. Calibers: .350 Legend, 6.5 Grendel, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester. Price: $1,599+ WEBSITE  Colt CBX Precision Rifle System. Calibers: .308 Win; 6.5 Creedmoor. Price: $1,899. WEBSITE: Not yet Listed
 The new improved P-IX+ from Recover Tactical includes several upgrades from the original P-IX including reinforced upper rail, metal front guard, enhanced pistol retention, pistol grip w/ integral mag holder (plus an NFA SBR option with buffer tube and stock). When you convert your Glock into an AR Platform with the P-IX+ housing, you get inherent compatibility with AR modular accessories such as pistol grips, buffer tubes, stocks, braces, flip-up sites etc. Recover Tactical have proven themselves as manufacturers of innovative, high quality accessories designed to enhance shootability of Glocks, 1911's, Beretta's and other popular sidearm models. Visit their WEBSITE to order.
Features: AR Ergonomics | Quick, easy gun install | Uses standard AR accessories | Compat. w/ multiple Glock models | Safety selector | Adjustable trigger | Multiple pic rails | Optional collapsible buttstock | Made w/ glass-reinforced polymer.  The Ruger Wrangler has now been released in black, silver and bronze Cerakote with the original Peacemaker-length 7.5" barrel. This is Ruger's no-frills rimfire single-action-only revolver, and about the cheapest handgun they offer, but it still looks good in the classic cowboy way. No word yet on the longevity of certain internal MIM parts but time (and Youtube reviews) will undoubtedly tell. Hopefully fluted cylinders are in the future of this little six-shooter, plus too an eight shot cylinder to make it that much more useful on the belt, but, meantime I bet they're selling these faster than hot donuts! This from their WEBSITE:
 It holds 11 x 3" shells, has an 18.5" barrel with an overall length of just 26", has a carry handle and weighs only 5.4lbs! Short of being covered in little Luis Vuitton icons, what's not to love? The blurb from the KelTec WEBSITE says it all:
Here’s another bullpup for your collection and this one happens to be chambered for the whole family. This fun lil’ shotty turns heads and saves shoulders. The KSG line now has a sidekick with no kick, and we called it the KSG410. Hunt, train, plink with your friends or all the above. This pump-action shotgun does it all. The KSG410 comes in at just over an inch and a half wide. 1.7 inches to be exact. Although still wider than a communist’s brain, our engineers managed to stuff a barrel and two magazine tubes into that tiny space. This little beauty weighs in at only 5.4 pounds, so not only is the KSG410 slim, it’s incredibly light. Like her big brothers, KSG and KS7, this gal is 26.1 inches long, keeping all that excessive paperwork at bay. Ultimately, we’ll let you be the judge of that, but in our experience the KSG410 is virtually “recoilless” by any pump-action shotgun standards we could find. This extremely lightweight, slim, and easily manipulated KSG option is a pleasure to shoot for the whole family.  This might be the coolest firearm to show up in a while and provides an innovative 9MM carbine platform for shooters in regressive States. We haven't held one in person but features are highlighted in the diagram below. Weight is around 5.75lb and length a mere 36" so all-in-all it's pretty compact. Magazines are interchangeable with the POF Phoenix 9MM PCC (10rnd or 20rnd). Fit and finish looks quality and befitting of it's hefty price tag - price will inevitably be cheaper on line and may even lower if the rifle proves popular. There's a sense other calibers will be available going forward - a 45ACP would be real nice - and the threaded barrel makes ample sense for that old school subsonic round too. The lever action is probably the most proven and reliable of all 'repeaters' and the Tombstone is a long overdue (and very welcome) redux of the original assault rifle. As a fan of the Winchester 1892 and Marlin's 1895, I'm looking forward to the opportunity to handle and shoot one of these...btw that's a not-so-subtle hint to POF that we'd love a T&E unit? This from their WEBSITE.   Not yet displayed on the Henry website, the Homesteader is Henry's inaugural foray into an increasingly saturated 9MM PCC market. Because of the ballistic limitations of the 9MM pistol cartridge, I think 9MM PCC's should optimally be lightweight and compact (or compactible), and thusly easily stuffed in a backpack out of sight: in this regard the KelTec Sub2000 is (in my opinion) the benchmark. Virtually every other 9MM pistol caliber carbine (carbine = 16" barrel) is forfeiting stowability and ballistic excellence for ammo accessibility/affordability. Extensive testing has disproven the rumor that a 9MM round from a 16" barrel is as good as a 357MAG from a 16" barrel. It's now a trope, but it simply isn't true. That's like saying a 22LR is ballistically comparable to a .223 round - diameter of projectile does not determine velocity and energy foot pounds. The 357MAG is a far superior round with around 75% incapacitation from a single shot versus 47% for 9MM. So if you're looking for stopping power, Henry have several impressive 357MAG lever action rifles available.
All that being said, the Henry Homesteader is a handsome carbine with nice wood furniture, a tang safety (my personal favorite), a threaded barrel, Skinner-type sights, a five-round capacity with options for 10 round mags and an adapter for Glock/S&W M&P mag compatibility. The bolt handle can be installed on either side and the bolt release is ambidextrous (i.e. there is one on either side of the trigger guard). True to it's moniker, this would be a perfect one rifle for the homesteader with little or no firearm experience who doesn't want the fuss or recoil of a more formidable firearm. 9MM ammo is by and large cheap and after a couple of boxes any new owner will have reasonable familiarity and competence with this smart wee carbine. I have a great fondness for Henry rifles and Mr Imperato himself: they have made consistently good longarms and listened eagerly to their customers since their rebirth in 1996, and their mantra of "Made in America, or Not Made at All" is an example to follow in this era of cheap overseas manufacturing and profiteering. Keep your eyes on their WEBSITE for pricing and availability.  Though I've always felt the Chiappa Little Badgers were a brilliant, simple and potentially necessary addition to any bugout bag, their construction quality is inconsistent. Some people got flawless tack-drivers and others (like myself) got lemons. Because I didn't have time, it was a full six months before I got it out into the woods to shoot it. Despite attaching a suppressor, the report from the breach instantly deafened my right ear and with visible expansion of the brass shells, it didn't take me long to figure out they'd over-drilled the breach chamber. Resultantly, accuracy was horrible. I promptly called the customer service number on their website only to be told the six month warranty had expired: they would fix it but only at full cost to me. Considering I'd only paid $125 for the rifle I figured it wasn't worth fixing as they obviously weren't confident enough to stand behind their workmanship for the lifetime of the product. It has definitely made me worry about the longevity of the materials used (i.e die-cast zinc alloy, plastic etc) and the inherent safety (or lack thereof) for other Badger customers. That aside, this new iteration definitely covers a couple of the improvements I'd have opted for, but they should do away with the crap plastic M1 style sights and the plastic pic rails as neither of these features make the rifle more accurate nor user friendly. If they simply extend and groove the receiver, owners could add a sight of their choice and providing Chiappa make their barrels/breaches true, it'll shoot straight and serve as the truly useful survival weapon it's intended to be. The new Xtreme has greater foldability than the original Badger and comes with a plastic carry tube which is hopefully also waterproof and floats?! Visit their WEBSITE here.
 Finally, Rossi aesthetics have been revived via this gorgeous satin stainless redux with a three inch barrel and 6-shot cylinder. Forged under license by Taurus Arms in Brazil, it retains all the elegance of the Rossi wheelguns from bygone eras. Bigger brothers come with 4" and 6" barrels (and cost more) for those wanting more pointability. Prettier and cheaper than most other revolvers on the current market, revolver fans will be rejoicing! This from the Rossi WEBSITE:
The legendary Rossi revolver returns with a bang in 2023. The RP63 features Rossi’s prized double action trigger, and an unbelievably crisp single action trigger pull. The RP63 is optimized for concealed carry, thanks to its three-inch barrel and fixed sights. The front sight is ramped for a snag free draw. Like all of the new Rossi revolvers, the firing pin is mounted directly to the hammer giving the gun maximum reliability with all types of primers. The RP63 has 6 shots of .357 Magnum on tap in its steel cylinder. The full underlug barrel adds additional weight which helps manage magnum recoil. Further aiding recoil control and benefiting concealment is the round butt grip frames.There are already a considerable number of accessories available for the RP63, as it fits common holsters and speedloaders for similar sized medium frame revolvers. But the Rossi RP63 isn’t just about performance. It’s about building a serious concealed carry and personal protection revolver for the real world. The steel frame, three-inch barrel, and amazing trigger all combine to make this a revolver you won’t just love to carry – you’ll love to shoot it.  If you're looking for a good non-lethal home defense stun device, consider the TAG-67 from TAGinn. At $89 for a six pack they're a smidge more costly than a pretentious boutique brewery IPA however I guarantee they'll prove a hell of a lot more entertaining! Intended for airsoft combat simulation, they're designed to take out a nest of rival competitors huddled out of sight in a bunker or other shelter. To buy them you'll need to take a brief, online, one-time safety certification test called T-TOP that provides you with a code to use every time you make a purchase: but the certification allows you to buy any of their grenade devices ranging from 130-140db and with a variety of functions from flash-bang, fragmentation, paint ball and white smoke. If you were a thief rifling through drawers in someone's home when all of a sudden a hand grenade rolled to a stop at your feet and detonated, my guess is you'd bolt for the nearest door or window to make a hasty exit whilst completely panicked you were in the process of bleeding out! As a homeowner you've just saved yourself the stress and danger of engaging an intruder, and you didn't have to damage your home in order to do it. Considering most people don't have the training or military experience to coolly deploy a firearm in a self-defense scenario, I think civilian-legal hand grenades might just be the best first line of defense in the event of a home invasion. Imagine you wake up in the middle of the night to someone clattering around in your garage? Having determined your family are safely sleeping in their beds the only logical assumption is you're being robbed. You grab your sidearm but can you be certain the robber isn't armed and more proficient with a weapon? Toss a TAGinn flash bang or frag grenade in through the door, lock the door and retreat. I'd bet good money when that thing detonates your thief will bolt and you'll have spared yourself a shootout. In a shootout your family may lose their father, husband and provider, or, you have a dead plunderer in your home and all the legal and psychological fallout that comes with that. I'm a staunch advocate of non-deadly repellants as a first assault, then if that doesn't promptly do the job then break out the big guns, but these TAGinn hand grenades are top of my list for keeping you out of some neerdowell's line of fire. Check them out here on their WEBSITE.
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