The surge isn’t happening by accident. Lower costs, dramatically faster ATF approvals and growing interest from hunters and recreational shooters are all fueling demand.
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Daisy Celebrates America’s 250th With Limited-Edition Red Ryders
Published: July 9, 2026 { 1 comment }America’s favorite BB gun is getting a patriotic makeover.
Athlon Shrinks Thermal Tech with New $499 Pocket-Sized Cronus ATS P-MINI 250S
Published: July 7, 2026 { 0 comments }If you’ve been waiting for an affordable thermal monocular that won’t weigh down your pack or empty your wallet, Athlon Optics may have your answer.
Gun Buyers Beat the Clock: Virginia, Rhode Island See Massive Spike Before AR-15 Bans Took Effect
Published: July 4, 2026 { 0 comments }According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, there were 1,123,006 adjusted background checks in June 2026, an 11.7% increase over June 2025.
Ruger’s New 250th Anniversary Lineup
Published: July 1, 2026 { 1 comment }America’s 250th birthday is bringing out some of the best-looking commemorative firearms we’ve seen in years, and Ruger just made its lineup even bigger.
Chiappa Celebrates America’s 250th With Limited-Edition 1911
Published: June 29, 2026 { 4 comments }With only 250 examples planned (and exclusive distribution through Chattanooga Shooting Supply) the 1911 Field Special 250th Independence Edition is likely to appeal as much to collectors as shooters.
New from Primary Weapons Systems: MK2 MOD 2-M Rifle
Published: June 29, 2026 { 1 comment }The goal is simple: make the rifle more pleasant to shoot, especially with a suppressor attached.
Henry Rolls Out Trio of America 250 Tribute Rifles
Published: June 25, 2026 { 1 comment }The Wisconsin gunmaker has begun shipping its new America’s 250th Anniversary Tribute Edition Collection, a trio of lever guns dressed up in plenty of red, white, and blue.
Cowboy Up: Winchester’s New BB Revolver Brings the Old West Back
Published: June 22, 2026 { 2 comments }If you’ve ever wanted to channel your inner cowboy without spending a fortune on ammo, Winchester Air Rifles has something worth a look.
Cabot Guns Turns Revolutionary War Cannonball Into America 250 1911
Published: June 21, 2026 { 0 comments }As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Cabot Guns has unveiled a limited-edition 1911 that literally contains a piece of Revolutionary War history.