Health ideas #1: Usnea, a natural antibiotic

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2025-10-17T00:00:00Z

A powerful natural antibiotic: Usnea, commonly known as “old man’s beard” due to its bushy, hair-like appearance, is a lichen with a long history of medicinal use. It thrives in cool, moist environments. If you don’t live in an area where … Continue reading

We’re the Only Ones Illegal Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T20:21:26Z

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Hanover Park Police Officer (Illinois) that is an illegal alien, Radule Bojovic. [More] A foreign national here illegally given the power by Illinois Democrats to disarm American citizens at gunpoint… Back the blue helmets? [Via CP]

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Holding GOA Accountable

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T20:10:46Z

President Trump is standing up for our rights. But the Department of Justice and Pam Bondi are BLOCKING his pro-2A agenda and ignoring orders from the top. This is an outright betrayal. Congress MUST hold accountability hearings NOW. Gun owners deserve answers. The DOJ and ATF cannot be allowed to defy the president and attack … Continue reading "Holding GOA Accountable"

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From the FAFO Files

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T19:53:22Z

‘I’ll Let You Die,’ Houston Nurse Tells Police Officer: ‘All Your Family Members’ [More] 35 is a hell of an age to make yourself unemployable. Who’d bet against her being a Democrat? [Via Michael G]

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Scorpions Act According to Their Nature

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T19:47:55Z

Federal appeals court upholds New York’s ammo background checks [More] That’s what happens when you have two Democrat-appointed communists on a three-judge panel. And, of course, the domestic enemies at Everytown have their filthy claws in this. [Via Jess]

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Schooling the Collectivists

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T19:30:47Z

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has filed a new lawsuit in New Hampshire challenging the unconstitutional search of an 18-year-old high school senior’s vehicle, based solely on the knowledge that he is a legal gun owner. [More] I see the cowardly bullies and would-be tyrants have limited who can post Facebook comments.

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Disney catching a clue??

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-16T18:30:00Z

ht: B Disney has been flogging a dead horse for quite a while by doing ‘live-action’ remakes of well loved animated features. Usually these remakes include race-swapping a la Netflix. After the trainwreck that was Snow White (and it was just the most egregious example, but far from the only recent Disney fail), they might […]

A Farewell to SCAR: Was it Really That Amazing?

by Vladimir Onokoy in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-16T18:00:00Z

Recently, TFB reported that FN Herstal is discontinuing all commercial models of FN SCAR . The news hit me like a ton of bricks. Why? Because back in the day, I had a unique chance to see SCAR-H in one of the most demanding weapon trials of the last few decades.
Truth. If I can see you, I can hit you. Via TonytheTiger57 @TonytheTiger57.
I like to keep at least one “back to basics” rifle in my collection, and this might be another perfect fit. Arsenal, Inc. has expanded the SAM7K family with a short-barrel rifle variant, the SAM7K-28, pairing the proven 7.62×39mm SAM7K action with a purpose-built precision-machined aluminum buttstock. The new stock attaches via a 1913 Picatinny interface and was engineered and manufactured in-house to deliver the rigidity, fit and ergonomics required of a compact Short Barreled Rifle (SBR).

In Tinker v. Des Moines (1969), It Was Black Armbands

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2025-10-16T16:56:00Z

10/14/25 Tennessee Star:

In the wake of Lipscomb Academy’s admission that it initially prohibited students from wearing suit jackets and ties to mourn the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA (TPUSA) spokesperson and conservative influencer Savannah Chrisley told The Tennessee Star on Tuesday that she was asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) prior to meeting with Lipscomb University President Dr. Candice McQueen and Lipscomb Academy Head of School Dr. Brad Schultz.

The meeting was held on October 2, just days after Chrisley sent an email to administrators at both Lipscomb Academy and Lipscomb University, which owns the private K-12 Christian school. The academy operates as part of the university’s legal entity, and both share campus facilities and branding.

Chrisley, whose family member is enrolled as a student at Lipscomb Academy, provided The Star with her September 27 email, revealing that she expressed concerns about the academy’s shifting statements regarding whether it prohibited students from mourning Kirk on campus. She urged the administrators to, “restore confidence that [Lipscomb Academy] remains committed to both the mission of Christ and the freedoms our Constitution guarantees.”

Okay, it is a private Christian school, so Tinker does not apply.  It is still amazing that a school "committed to both the mission of Christ and the freedoms our Constitution guarantees" is upset that students might mourning the assassination of a prominent, blatantly Christian activist by wearing suits.

That NDA makes perfect sense.  Who knows what these officials might admit behind closed doors.

It seems that the academy destroys everything in its orbit.

Enclosed MRDS Buyer’s Guide [2025]

by Recoil Staff in Recoil on 2025-10-16T15:35:42Z

aimpoint acro vs holosun 509t
aimpoint acro vs holosun 509tEnclosed red dots for pistols have become the gold standard for most pistol shooters. But how do you choose the best? We shot them all to find out.

The Next Best Thing

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T15:01:16Z

I wouldn’t have picked that title, because it’s not really. And yeah, it’s a great way to burn through ammo, but better to know how to place shots than when not being able to do so has real world consequences. His response to comment posters suffering the vapors: Except I laid out the exact reason … Continue reading "The Next Best Thing"

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If you love hog hunting and you love lever-action rifles, then Custom & Collectible Firearms has a new custom job on the market that might tickle your fancy … although it appears to be far, far too nice to actually drag around the woods hog hunting. Their new, reworked Marlin 1894 SBL Wild Boar .44 Magnum does look like it would be an effective weapon against porcine prey, but the price tag and the fancy-pants aesthetic might mean you want to keep it on your wall display case.

The Stuff of Revolutions

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T14:22:15Z

The United Nations Is About to Tax You- A new global climate tax would be the ultimate in taxation without representation. [More] I thought the U.S. had veto power…? [Via WiscoDave]

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Ex-student stabs 3 staff members at private California school before making bomb threat [More] Good thing no one there was equipped to stop him… oh, wait… [Via Michael G]

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Those Eggs’ll Be a Lot of Chickens!

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T14:00:58Z

Everybody remember that “Red Wave“? Let’s see how we do in Virginia, first. [Via Jess]

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Love is Love?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T13:54:15Z

Cecil Brockman, Guilford County North Carolina lawmaker charged with indecent liberties with child, statutory rape [More] One suggested headline revision, if I may: Cecil Brockman, Guilford County North Carolina DEMOCRAT lawmaker charged with indecent liberties with child, statutory rape Related UPDATE Is it too late for him to move to Massachusetts? [Via Michael G]

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Feel the Bern

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T13:36:27Z

With complete republican control in Ohio, there is no excuse for the lack of pro-gun wins in 2025, so let your elected officials know you are displeased with their lack of support for the Second Amendment. [More] I see it made quite the impression: Gee, who would’a suspected he’d turn out to be a Vichycon … Continue reading "Feel the Bern"

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Playing Both Ends Against the Middle

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T13:25:07Z

Dimon did not denigrate President Donald Trump. Dimon was not complimentary of President Donald Trump. The JP Morgan CEO believes the U.S. Federal Reserve was doing a good job. In the past, Dimon has skirted questions about JP Morgan Chase Bank’s stance on gun control. It appears he has tried to avoid the issue while … Continue reading "Playing Both Ends Against the Middle"

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The Kyle family name is well known to those who keep close tabs on military literature and stories. Chris Kyle, known as the American Sniper, has become somewhat of a household name not simply due to Chris’s service and untimely death, but through the legacy that he’s left behind with his wife and two children. Today, we’ll be speaking with Chris’s son, Colton Kyle, about the American Sniper brand and what he, as an eager, dedicated, and mature young adult, is doing to further his father’s work, as well as carve a path for himself alongside his family and their legacy. Today, we’ll hear all about the American Sniper brand, as well as some of Colton and Chris Kyle’s favorite firearms, and of course, a bit about him as a person, and what life was like in the Kyle family growing up. Please give Mr. Colton Kyle a warm welcome to the show, and be sure to wish him and his fiancée well on their upcoming wedding!

Power Over Principle

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2025-10-16T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day They see this as a fight about how Democrats can start winning again, which makes it not merely tactical but also existential: Party officials, strategists, and activists have spent a year sifting through the wreckage of … Continue reading

The New Ruala

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-16T12:22:36Z

Gears Of Guns @Gearsofguns: We are here to talk about firearms only. Please leave your political views at the door. [More] Auda has a question.

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FL: Cocoa - Man who had Rifle Shot by Man with Pistol

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-16T12:01:00Z

Police arrived at the hospital after officials reported that a man had died from gunshot wounds.

During the investigation, police determined the shooting may have been justifiable under Florida's Stand Your Ground laws.

They said it appears to have been an act of self-defense.

A witness told police that Smith was armed with a rifle while approaching a 22-year-old man during an ongoing dispute. That's when the 22-year-old shot Smith, police said.

Police said the shooter has been cooperating with investigators.



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NC: Grover - Gunfight with Burglar, no one Injured

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-16T11:58:00Z

Cleveland County investigators say an alleged burglar shot at a homeowner who caught them in the act Monday night.

It happened along Mallard Drive in Grover, according to the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office.

Upon hearing the gunshots, a neighbor attempted to confront the thief and fired his own shots when he believed the man might shoot at him.

Investigators say there isn’t evidence that anyone was shot.


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TX: Baytown - Domestic Defense? Knife and Gunfight over Puppies.

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-16T11:56:00Z

  

A 43-year old male homeowner invited his ex 19-year-old girlfriend and her current 29-year old boyfriend to the residence, according to Harris County Senior Deputy Thomas Gilliand.

The two men began to argue ownership over puppies in the residence. A physical altercation occurred between the two men, the 29-year-old man stabbed the homeowner “several times,” and the homeowner shot the man “several times,” Gilliand said.

Harris County Sergeant Robert Wade said deputies found the homeowner had two stab wounds and the 29-year-old man had two gunshot wounds when they arrived at the scene.

 

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Thursday Meme Drop

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-16T10:30:00Z

By Dave Workman State preemption laws, which place sole authority for regulating firearms in the hands of state legislatures, have been popular for several years, with more than 40 states having such statutes on the books. Preemption prevents local municipalities and county governments from creating a patchwork of local ordinances which may conflict with one […]

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Anyone who knows or knows of Vera Koo will admire her for her outstanding athleticism. Yet, she didn’t grow up as a fierce competitor, but trained herself. In this post, we can see what she has passed along to her daughters as competitors, and why her husband has been a life coach to encourage her to compete and not give up.

Preparedness Notes for Thursday — October 16, 2025

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-16T07:04:40Z

On October 16, 1846, dentist William T. G. Morton demonstrated the effectiveness of inhaled ether as a surgical anesthetic. — October 16, 1923: John Harwood patented the self-winding watch in Switzerland. — Mark your calendar for February 16, 2026, to order your 20th Anniversary Edition SurvivalBlog archive USB sticks. We might open pre-ordering as early as January  5th. – JWR SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 121 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate. This can be used for any of their …

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Rebuilding an Old Vehicle as a Daily Driver – Part 3, by Lodge Pole

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-16T07:03:32Z

(Continued from Part 1. This concludes the article.) Electrical I keep a variety of spare fuses on hand in the glovebox. Fuses are cheap and do not go bad if kept dry. I also keep a voltmeter in the glove box. Ensure the cigarette lighter works. Replacing a cigarette lighter plug is simple. Having an operable lighter plug can mean the difference of not only being able to pump up a flat tire, but also preventing hypothermia. If you are stuck in the backcountry, a cigarette lighter can be used to start a fire. The factory battery cables mounted to …

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The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-16T07:02:30Z

SurvivalBlog presents another edition of The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods. This column is a collection of news bits and pieces that are relevant to the modern survivalist and prepper from JWR. Our goal is to educate our readers, to help them to recognize emerging threats, and to be better prepared for both disasters and negative societal trends. You can’t mitigate a risk if you haven’t first identified a risk. At the top of today’s column, another dire warning on Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI and Human Extinction Tom Christianson sent us this, in the WSJ:  A ‘Godfather of AI’ Remains Concerned …

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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-16T07:01:27Z

“Were we directed from Washington when to sow, and when to reap, we should soon want bread.” – Thomas Jefferson

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Cutting Small Pieces

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2025-10-16T04:43:00Z

The mill vise only holds workpiece up to about 3.8" wide.  In the past, i have cut pieces from 6"x6" CFC sheets by clamping them to the mill table (after removing the mill vise).  This is very slow.  It should be very precise but today's piece was not.  The clamps apparently did not hold it down adequately. Worse, it is very slow, cutting at 1 inch per minute at ,005" depth per pass. 

The right solution is to your sheet of CFC or aluminum on a powerful but less precise tool. Once you have a piece that clamps in the mill vise you cut precisely.  

The chop saw is fine for cutting big pieces but nothing small enough to hold with your hands around that spinning blade.  Saws that are not so scary are the table saw and band saw.  Because my previous house had such a tiny garage, I sold them when I moved there.

So, perhaps buy something like the Micro Mark mini-band saw?  I may have a better solution.   The chop saw has a clamping system for holding pieces of wood in place while cutting. This works fine for pieces that are st least 10 inches from the blade.  This 6"x6" sheet was never going to be champagne with that system.  I used a C-clamp to hold the sheet to the table of the saw and no problem!

Is there a way to hold smaller pieces? I may make a replacement for the native clamp with a longer arm to let me clamp sheets to the saw table.   This is an astonishingly simple enhancement.   I should be able cut pieces that are way too small for me to put fingers on near that blade.

We're Back

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2025-10-16T03:09:00Z

We are back.  Just rolled in a hour ago.  Spent a week visiting with our CFDA family and our Missouri family.  We had a ball, hugged a lot of necks.

This week, Kent Rollins is talking about two old recipes, Mac and cheese and SOS.  I've got to try that Mac and Cheese recipe. I  didn't know that it was invented prior to the Civil War.

When it comes to precision gas guns chambered in 5.56 that blend boutique craftsmanship with practicality and affordability, the Munitionworks Mod J SPR continues to impress me even after 2 years of faithful yet abusive service in my hands. Building on my earlier impressions  and 2 years of faithful service, this Part II review focuses on real-world use throughout the years and roughly 5,000 rounds, both at my regular range sessions, as well as my favorite training facility - Thunder Ranch . In addition to that, I’ve also recently been able to take some extended range testing at Leupold’s private range in the Oregon desert, where we got a good chance to test out some new ammo and push the rifle to its limits in terms of practical accuracy.  

POTD: “Can You Guess The Shutter Speed?”

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-15T23:30:00Z

Over the years, I have taken over 100,000 photos of guns and shooting competitions. It’s extremely rare to catch the bullet trace. My experience is that it only happens in certain lighting conditions, with certain shutter speeds and perhaps only when it’s humid? From a photographer who documents his local multi-gun matches, we had this image submitted for our Photo Of The Day.
About a month and a half ago I saw something I didn't think I'd see for a long time. The Ruger Blackhawk in .30 Carbine  showed up in distribution. I work in the firearms industry so I get to see that sort of thing, and the second I spotted it I grabbed one. Haven't seen another come through since.
This was a racist verdict by a racist judge. The simple test to apply is if the races has been reversed, the White kids would be in prison. Equal justice for all! https://t.co/F8gZ8D3dg0 — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 15, 2025 They didn’t simply “jump” Mr. Coristine. They beat him for interfering with their carjacking which […]

Using movie quotes in meetings

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-15T20:30:00Z

In a meeting this week, I actually used a Princess Bride quote (I have a soft spot for that movie). I used the first part of the scene below. I did not mention Sicilians. And at least half the people laughed (more than expected). I made myself laugh, so that’s what mattered truly. I crack […]

Good for the Goose?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-15T20:07:15Z

Dem lawmakers seen on video storming Speaker’s office, berating Capitol officer and messing with signs [More] Jeez, when the J6 protesters did the same thing they had one shot. They’re mad she hasn’t been sworn in yet? It’s not like the oath means a damn thing to her or to them.

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I have often seen the National Socialist Workers Party of the 1920 to 1945 era in Germany described as “right wing”. But, with socialist right there in the name it is obviously deserves the “left wing” label. Correct? Well… perhaps … Continue reading

Would You Want This As Your Governor?

by JDZ in Never Yet Melted on 2025-10-15T18:38:35Z

Every time this video gets a like, Katie Porter probably punches a puppy pic.twitter.com/2ncdaYqo5o — Kevin Dalton (@TheKevinDalton) October 10, 2025
ht: B In Washington state in February, a girls JV basketball team went up against another team that had an 18 year old male on it. One girl sat out and then called a man a man. Which got her in trouble with the school for ‘bullying and misgendering’. I want to explore the school’s […]

Are we certain, from our brief and privileged vantage point, that our familiar way of life will forever be the norm, when everything that has gone before us shows we are, instead, the extremely lucky beneficiaries of a rare and fortunate convergence of circumstances, and one that has only been preserved under the force of … Continue reading "Is the Second Amendment an Obsolete Relic of Another Time?"

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Staccato has expanded its HD family with a purpose-built carry pistol: the HD C3.6. Brought to market after years of field feedback from the brand’s professional users, the C3.6 pares the HD formula down to a more concealable package without sacrificing the speed, accuracy and controllability the line is known for. The HD C3.6 is Staccato’s first HD carry model. It pairs a 3.6-inch barrel with a compact, ergonomic frame designed to tuck easier for everyday carry while preserving the HD’s signature performance traits.

According to Their Nature

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-15T17:16:55Z

‘Terror hasn’t stopped’: Gruesome video shows Hamas publicly executing Palestinian civilians, as healthy Gaza children dance in streets [More] Funny, how quiet the Hamas-loving Democrats are about this. They’re the same one who have no problem with what Jay Jones would like to do to Republicans and their children. That is, they’re the same ones … Continue reading "According to Their Nature"

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Messing with the Wrong Person

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-15T17:14:28Z

Fortunately, the family seems reasonable. [Via Michael G]

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FN to Discontinue All SCAR Models

by Lucas D in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-15T17:05:00Z

Recently, rumours have been circulating that FN was going to discontinue the SCAR.  As of a few days ago, it seems that said rumours have been confirmed. Many saw the news first circulate on the FN SCAR subreddit with unconfirmed reports from reps stating that certain legacy models of the SCAR would be discontinued.  Many people were curious as to whether “Legacy” meant the original reciprocating SCAR 16 and 17s and if the NRCH (non-reciprocating charging handle) models would remain in full production. SCAR owners understandably were concerned about support for the platform, which was first fielded and put into production in 2007. Over the years, the platform has grown a massive cult of fans inspired by its presence in both the US military as well as in popular video games like Call of Duty Modern Warfare.

Teach Your Children Well

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-15T17:04:18Z

Two teenagers who jumped former DOGE staffer Edward “Big Balls” Coristine have avoided jail after pleading guilty to simple assault at a Washington, DC, court. The boy and girl, both 15, from Hyattsville, Maryland, were sentenced to probation at a DC court on Tuesday, just over two months after the pair were arrested for the … Continue reading "Teach Your Children Well"

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TriStar Arms’ New APOC 9mm Compact Pistol

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-15T17:00:00Z

TriStar Arms has announced the release of the new APOC, a compact 9mm pistol designed to offer modern features, dependable performance, and exceptional value. It’s yours for just $359.

Doves & Hogs In South Texas: An Ideal Beginner’s Hunt

by David Lane in Recoil on 2025-10-15T16:31:29Z

A week full of first times and new experiences, dove and hog hunting in South Texas with a professional crew leading the way

I rest my case. And point of order: It says “shall not be infringed,” not “shall not be denied,” but, of course, they know that. And the Framers would have never stood for “shall issue.” I do get a kick on seeing others pick up on the “bipolar”meme. [Via Jess]

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Won't Someone Stop the Killings in Gaza?

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2025-10-15T16:05:00Z

10/15/25 CNN:

Violent clashes have erupted between Hamas and rival groups in several areas across Gaza, including an incident that culminated in an apparent public execution, as worries grow about the security situation following Israel’s withdrawal from parts of the territory.

Reports of violence have been shared widely on social media channels, with one particularly gruesome video that was shared by Hamas-affiliated channels showing a group of masked fighters, some of whom are wearing green Hamas headbands, killing eight blindfolded people in a square in Gaza City while large crowds are watching, a possible sign of the brutality Hamas is using to reassert itself as the security force.

Oh.  Hamas is doing this. There will be no protests about this.

Whom Democrats Defend

by admin in The War on Guns on 2025-10-15T15:42:25Z

Per a senior DHS source to @FoxNews, the two illegal aliens who allegedly rammed a CBP vehicle in Chicago this morning & were PIT maneuvered after fleeing are both Venezuelan nationals & the driver has had a deportation order since August 2024. Crowds of protesters & agitators gathered after the arrest, and objects were thrown … Continue reading "Whom Democrats Defend"

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America's Most Common Jobs

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2025-10-15T15:28:00Z

 I have toyed with the idea for a couple of years of time travelers snatching Ben Franklin from his deathbed, treatimg him for pleurisy, and giving him a tour of modern America and technology.  His reactions to all this would be priceless.

Explain the IV in his arm. Explain antibiotics.  Show him an X-ray machine.  Show a CAT scanner in operation.

Take him to the kitchen.  Open the refrigerator.  Show him frozen foods.  Make pancakes.  Use a microwave oven.  Explain that most Americans do not employ a cook, housekeeper, or other domestic servant.  Show a Roomba.

When he asks what Americans do for a living, show him this list of the 25 most common  jobs in America.  When asks what software developer means, stumble through an explanation that he will clearly not fully understand.  When he asks why farmers are not on the list, explain farmers are a rare occupation, because machines allow 2% of our population to feed our nation and many others.

Drive him to the airport.  Take him aboard a Gulfstream private jet.  Fly him to a city in the Midwest.  Show him a map of the current United States.  

Take him to a shooting range.  Explain a semiautomatic metallic cartridge handgun.   Show him an animation video of how it works.  On a computer.  Take him to lunch.  Explain to him that the utensils are not silver or pewter but a metal that was unknown to his time: stainless steel.

Explain that food is cheap.  Drive to a wheat farm while a harvester is cutting the crop.  Go to a grain silo, then a flour mill.  When he asks where the drive belts and water wheel are located, show him an electric motor and explain how his work with kites led to omnipresent electricity.  Pull out your cell phone, call the time travel lab, and have a Zoom meeting with the nurse who helped Ben out of his deathbed.

Show him video of Apollo astronauts on the Moon.  Explain that America has sent space probes out of our solar system.  When he asks how the car knows where it is and shows a map on the display between driver and passenger, explain GPS and satellites in Earth orbit.  When he asks how and why all this technology exists, explain the V-2 IRBM, attacks on London, and U.S. desire to show the world our technological supremacy over an enemy nation.

Then, it gets dark.  A B-52 flies overhead and you explain that this plane can fly halfway around the world, drop many tons of bombs and fly back.  Explain it was developed after World War II to drop nuclear weapons on an enemy nation.   Explain the devastation caused by one bomb at Hiroshima.  Explain that Japan was an existential threat to the U.S., but we reformed them into a civilized and close ally.  

We will be nice and not tell him how much went wrong with our culture and government.  We will oversimplify the abolition of slavery so as not to discourage him about the Civil War.

Throughout, he will ask what words such as "arrow dynamics" means.

New CZ 457 Hunter Veil Bolt Action Rifle

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-15T15:00:00Z

CZ adds a camo-clad member to the 457 family with the new 457 Hunter Veil, a lightweight rimfire built for small-game work and precise range sessions. The rifle blends dependable CZ mechanics with a modern Veil® Big Sky polymer stock finished in a soft-touch coating that both hides the shooter and provides a secure, weather-resistant grip designed for real field use.
The Gerät 06 is one of the steps in the development of the roller delay system that became H&K. The initial experiments involved replacing the flaps in a G43 rifle bolt with simpler rollers. In [...]

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By Dave Workman A U.S. District Court judge in Louisiana has vacated his own order, issued earlier this month, which required gun rights groups involved in a lawsuit to provide lists of their members as they existed in November 2020, in a case known as Reese v. ATF. As reported earlier by TGM, Judge Robert Summerhays, […]

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Integrally suppressed firearms are an almost sub-niche within the niche that is firearm suppressors. Angstadt Arms is one of the few names in town that is actively producing not just one, but several different types of integrally suppressed firearms and standalone barrels, and today, they’re introducing the new Vanquish AR-22 , which should be the perfect addition to any dedicated CMMG 22LR upper.

The Peace of the Dead

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2025-10-15T13:00:00Z

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I've Got An Itch...

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2025-10-15T12:58:00Z

...and I think it may need scratching in the form of a road trip. I have a couple of appointments I need to keep this week and at the middle of next week. After those, I'll be free through the first couple of days in November. If I do travel, I'd like to be back to my place so I can vote on November 4th.
 
Trips that my little gray cells have been mulling over are: Le Claire, Iowa to stop by Antique Archaeology; Carlsbad, New Mexico to visit Carlsbad Caverns; Dodge City, Kansas just to check out an old Wild West hot spot; Big Bend National Park, Texas to check it out; Galveston, Texas to do a bit of salt water fishing (I miss that from when I lived in NY, did not do it often but went now and then and it was always fun if I caught anything, sometimes it was fun even when I did not catch even one fish); Reelfoot lake State Park in Tennessee to do some fishing. 
 
Being a fan of American Pickers, I'd love to visit Antique Archaeology in Le Claire, Iowa to check out their shop and maybe pick up something neat. The thing about that trip though is that I just checked what inventory they show, on their website, as being in stock. It's not much; so, I sent them an email asking if that is it or if they have more and can send me a list of their complete inventory. I'd rather not drive 11 hours only to find out that what little stock they show on their website is all they have available. Second choice would probably be either Big Bend (never been there before) or Carlsbad Caverns (been there twice before and loved it) or a trip to both an maybe also to Silver City, New Mexico. 
 
Of course, if I do take a road trip, I may just hop in my car with Skye, my mongrel, and head in whatever direction my little gray cells decide to point my nose or in whatever direction Skye decide to point her snout. I made several trips like that in my younger years, but without a pooch, way back some 45 to 50 years ago - some by bus but most in my cars (got my first car in Las Vegas in the summer of 1977 as best I recall). Those follow my nose trips were always interesting and fun. Of course, I also made plenty of road trips with preplanned destinations. I'd rather not drive too far on any trips nowadays; driving is not quite as much fun for me as it used to be but I still enjoy it if the trips are not too long. Longer trips, like my son's and my trip to Deadwood, South Dakota this past spring are not out of the question of to where I might drive drive, but I prefer having someone else with me to share the driving when I need to drive more than what I can do per about eight hours drive time a day and six hours would be better when I am the only driver. 
 
I am not yet certain that my itch will last long enough to actually get me started on a trip; heck I have been hoping to go on a solo trip for a couple of, or a few, years now but I keep putting it off.That has been because I am THE Great Procrastinator. I am guessing the itch will last and spur me onto a small journey though because I am pretty much bored to tears. Where I live is certainly not a very interesting area. I only live in this pimple on the backside of Arkansas because there is no state income tax and because I am close enough to where my son lives to visit him and his girlfriend fairly often but still far enough away from them not to be a constant pain in their arses.
 
As I already said, I would not be able to leave before about eight days from now due to appointments I need to keep but after that I am free until very early November. If I can find someone to pick up my mail while I am gone, I may go on a bit of an extended trip; if not then for a week at most. Time will tell.
 
All the best,
Glenn B 

Hump Day Memes!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2025-10-15T12:08:00Z




U.S. Virgin Islands Consider Draconian Gun Bill

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-15T11:44:00Z


The United States Virgin Islands legislature is considering a bill which imposes  extreme infringements on rights protected by the Second Amendment. The Bill is number 36-0144, which amends chapter 13 of the Virgin Islands Code Title 14. From legvi.org:

Lawmakers considered Bill No. 36-0144, an act amending Title 14 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 113 to define and prohibit assault rifles, ban suppressors and silencers, and requiring safety training for licensed rifles and shotgun holders, prohibiting large-capacity magazines and preventing the illegal sales of firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition.

The Attorney General of the U.S. Virgin Islands is Gordon C. Rhea, Esq. Rea  was sworn into office about ten days before President Trump was elected in 2024.  Rhea has been a member of the Virgin Islands bar for more than 40 years. From legvi.org:

Gordon C. Rhea, Esq., Attorney General of the United States Virgin Islands also spoke in favor of the proposed measure. Rhea stated firearms have had a significant role in criminal activities in the territory and emphasised the fact that the firearms are not made in the Virgin Islands, stating that most firearms are either legally or illegally imported into the territory.

The U.S. Virgin Islands already has what this correspondent considers the most restrictive firearms laws in the United States. The U.S. Virgin Islands also have one of the highest homicide rates in the world. It is impossible to legally own a firearm in the territory without permission from the governing authorities. These laws are already considered unconstitutional. They only continue to exist because no legal challenges have been brought in federal courts. Challenging a law's constitutionality is very expensive and time consuming.

On January, 2025, the Governor of the Virgin Islands, Albert Bryan Jr., stated the U.S. Virgin Islands firearm laws have failed. He said he thought the Islands should reform their firearms laws, eliminate many restrictions, and make it easier for people to own and carry firearms. From AmmoLand:

“I think we should move to a place where we open gun ranges that are legal and we make it easier for people to license and carry firearms,” Governor Bryan stated. He argued that the percentage of Virgin Islanders who carry unregistered weapons for reasons of ill-intent is very small, while the majority of residents carry firearms because “they’re trying to protect themselves, or feel protected.”

Bill 36-0144 has not become law in the U.S. Virgin Islands at the time of this writing.   Governor Bryan was elected as the ninth elected governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands in 2019.  Governor Bryan nominated AG Rhea and the Virgin Islands Legislature confirmed him. It the legislature passes Bill 36-0144, Governor Bryan might veto it.

Draconian anti-Second Amendment laws do not reduce homicide rates. The Virgin Island firearms laws wait for a challenge in federal courts. The Islands total population is about 84,000 and falling. It is one of the smallest polities in the United States. It does not garner much attention. The U.S. Virgin Islands are in the jurisdiction of the Third Circuit Court of appeals, which has a mixed record on upholding Supreme Court decisions about the Second Amendment. Important Second Amendment cases in the Third Circuit involve issues likely to be settled by the Supreme Court this term.

Analysis: One of this correspondent's colleagues spent several years in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He said the Virgin Islands was the most corrupt polity in the United States. Corrupt politicians do not want an armed population. The U.S. Virgin Islands will have to be dragged through the courts to respect the rights of the people protected by the Second Amendment.

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AL: Dothan - Gunfight at Barbershop, Suspect Wounded, Arrested

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-15T11:43:00Z

During the investigation, it was discovered that a male individual was inside the Not Just Cuts barber shop inside Wiregrass Commons Mall.  As the individual was getting a haircut, three individuals entered the business.  One of the three individuals, Korion Michael Salter (20) of Dothan, began making threats and displayed a firearm.  The individual in the barber shop responded by pulling his firearm and a shootout ensued from both individuals.  During the gunfire, Salter was struck by multiple bullets fired from the individual in the barbershop.  A second suspect, Sharier AlQuan Caesar (25) of Greenville, North Carolina, also fired rounds at the individual in the barbershop.

After the shooting, the individual that was originally in the barbershop hid in a back room and waited for police to arrive.  This person has been cooperating with the investigation.  As a result of this incident, Sharief Caesar has been charged with Attempted Murder and Shooting into an Occupied Building.  Caesar is currently being sought by the Dothan Police Department.  Additional charges are possible on Caesar.  In the event Salter recovers, it is possible he could be charged as well.


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FL: Deltona - Domestic Defense, Wife Shoots Husband

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-15T11:40:00Z

An investigation into the incident was launched, and detectives concluded that a physical altercation had taken place between Jackson and his wife. They did eventually locate Jackson - when he arrived at a hospital in Daytona Beach with a gunshot wound to his arm. The wound was said to be non-life-threatening.

Detectives later tracked down the wife elsewhere in Deltona. She was interviewed about the altercation, saying that her husband had attacked her. He reportedly walked out of their residence, and she locked the door. After doing so, Jackson is said to have tried to force his way back inside. The wife, saying she feared for her safety, fired a shot at Jackson.


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The disturbance began when a man, after being asked by the security officer to vacate the area, left while making verbal threats but returned later with a 46-year-old man after which the altercations escalated into a shooting, per a preliminary SAPD report. The older man reportedly "pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots at the security guard," and in response, the security officer shot the gunman several times, both suspects fleeing the scene afterward the shooting took place around 2:26 a.m. in the parking lot of the Whataburger located at 4700 Interstate 35 South, according to information obtained by KSAT.

SAPD later apprehended the 46-year-old suspect nearby, and he was subsequently taken to a hospital where he is in stable condition. As for his charges, he faces a count of assault on a security officer with a deadly weapon. Meanwhile, the second man involved in the confrontation is yet to be located, and investigators are continuing their search. The security officer, a 32-year-old man, was uninjured through the exchange.


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Stripping at School Board meetings–

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-15T10:30:00Z

This seems to be getting some traction. Taking a page from the lady in California who stripped to her bikini at a school board meeting to demonstrate how children feel when forced to remove their clothing in front of children of the opposite sex, a bunch of folks did the same in Maine. ‘You guys […]
Learn how to make goose wontons, a delicious and wild game twist on a classic food, in this featured post from Wild Game Cuisine.

Preparedness Notes for Wednesday — October 15, 2025

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-15T07:04:55Z

On October 15, 1764, Edward Gibbon observed a group of friars singing in the ruined Temple of Jupiter in Rome. This inspired him to begin work on writing The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. — Herbert W. McBride, the author of A Rifleman Went To War, was born in Waterloo, Indiana October 15, 1873. He died in Indianapolis of a heart attack on March 17, 1933, shortly after finishing writing A Rifleman Went To War. — On October 15, 1529, Ottoman armies under Suleiman ended their siege of Vienna and turned back to Belgrade. — …

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Rebuilding an Old Vehicle as a Daily Driver – Part 2, by Lodge Pole

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-15T07:03:33Z

(Continued from Part 1.) Transmission The truck has a three-speed automatic transmission with a manual 4×4 transfer case. As much as I love driving a standard, manual transmission, the ease and comfort of an automatic is preferred for the places we go, and how we use the truck. Standard vs. automatic transmission is completely personal preference. Both have advantages and disadvantages. Use what works best for you and your lifestyle. I keep a quart of Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) in the truck box at all times. Dump bed and Greaseable Fittings All of the hydraulic lines are original from when …

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SurvivalBlog Readers’ & Editors’ Snippets

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-15T07:02:07Z

Our weekly Snippets column is a collection of short items: responses to posted articles, practical self-sufficiency items, how-tos, lessons learned, tips and tricks, and news items — both from readers and from SurvivalBlog’s editors. Note that we may select some long e-mails for posting as separate letters. — Reader N.G. suggested this piece at Recoil: Tom Fuller: How an End-of-Times Mindset Changed the Long-Range Game. o  o  o Reader H.L. sent this, from Popular Mechanics: Archaeologists Accidentally Discovered the Oldest Gun Ever Found in America. o  o  o Canadian Food Inspection Agency Kills Flock Of Rare Healthy Sheep, Destroys Innocent Shepherd’s …

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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-15T07:01:08Z

“God grant that not only the love of liberty but a thorough knowledge of the rights of man may pervade all the nations of the earth, so that a philosopher may set his foot anywhere on its surface and say: ‘This is my country.'” – Benjamin Franklin

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Why Canada's Socialized Healthcare System is a Bad Idea

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2025-10-15T04:10:00Z

10/14/25 Winnipeg Sun:

When gym teacher Rob Trachtenberg began experiencing severe numbness and pain in his right hand late in 2024, he never expected that his path to relief would lead him across the U.S. border. Frustrated by what he says was an 18-month wait for treatment in Manitoba, he opted to drive to Fargo, North Dakota, for a 45-minute procedure — only to be denied reimbursement by his home province. He now raises pressing questions about surgical wait times in Manitoba and how, or whether, the province compensates residents seeking treatment outside its borders.

I May Give Up Vending At Gun Shows

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2025-10-15T03:43:00Z

 I may give up vending at gun shows after the one I attended this past weekend. I sold an almost mediocre amount of items on the first day, Saturday, mostly at my usually low prices. (That means probably all at a loss except one item which I sold for more than I bought it.) Note I said almost a mediocre amount of items were sold by me; in reality, and I hate to have to say it, the amount of things I was able to sell was quite low. Then in total on Sunday, I made only two sales, a Gen3 AR15/M4 30 round PMAG for $10.00 and one box of brass cased 7.62x54R rounds, also for $10.00. Both were sales tax included, and yes I pay the sales tax to the state of AR at 10.25% for the area in which I sold the things. 

Most items I sold were sold at cost or somewhat under my cost. I sell stuff not so much to make a profit but to get my money back or at least get close to it by getting rid of things for which I have a surplus. That way, I bring in cash I can use to buy another gun or two without having to take money out of my savings account. Of course, I'd love to make a net profit but that is not my goal. I most definitely am not a dealer making a living off of things that I sell at gun shows. I am merely a firearms self defense enthusiast and a certified firearms instructor trying to get some cash to buy more guns to foster my firearms instructor and self defense skills by getting new to me guns, that allow me to learn more about firearms. This time though, after paying $140.00 for two tables, with the poor sales, it is getting to the point where if I keep this up long enough, I will bankrupt my firearms fund because the amount of items I sold was truly dismal.

Every vendor, to whom I have spoken over the two days of the show, told me they did not do well. I understand that, especially considering  how high are some of their prices but I just do not get my low sales with my low prices. For instance, I have an unfired, as new, in the box with manual, Keystone Arms Mini Mosin Nagant that I priced at $175.00 and I'd have taken $150.00 for it. The lowest price on ammo seek is $240.00 as of this past weekend. I had lots of lookers, but no one offering cash for it. Oh well, life goes on, at least for now

Another for instance, I sold 9mm ammo yesterday at a bit under cost, $10.00 per box, tax included. Tax included makes it around an additional 10.25% under cost for the buyer and that much more of a loss for me after I pay the sales tax; and I do pay the sales tax. One guy bought all 8 boxes of the 9mm which was nice but it was still a loss for me. That loss is okay by me, it was surplus, believe me I have thousands of rounds more of 9mm. The thing is, before that guy jumped on it and bought the eight boxes I had for sale, others wanted me to lower my price. I guarantee it was the lowest price on 9mm at the show by far and a good deal lower than the online price considering if bought online, you would need to pay sales tax and shipping fees and in places like NY you'd also pay an FFL fee to transfer the ammo to you. 

Almost all my other ammo had a really good price on it, especially compared to other show vendors prices for theirs. Someone else yesterday also asked me to do better on 22 LR ammo I was selling. Sadly, I had mistakenly overpriced that and lost a sale. Shit happens. 

As for other dealers at this show (and other shows), wow some of their prices are insane on ammo and guns. I suppose they are in it to earn a living or at least as a sideline in which they try to make a net profit. Then again, $800.00 for a run of the mill SKS (or similar) is crazy. As I said, I sell guns and ammo trying to break even or come close to breaking even, so I can get some cash to buy different guns. It beats me keeping money in the bank, that I ultimately wind up using to pay for other things instead of firearms related purchases, then wind up not having enough money to buy anything firearms related. So, when I have the excess cash, I buy - buy - buy. Then when I need the cash to buy a gun, I sell - sell - sell whatever I previously bought and have in surplus, or am tired of having, to get enough cash without going into my savings. The thing is after table fees that keep rising and after sales tax, and income tax (if there was a rare net profit at a show on an item or two), it is becoming prohibitive for me to keep vending because I rarely make a net profit on most things I sell. I sometimes do okay though and break even which is okay by me and rare times now and then actually have a small net profit after a show and sales taxes, and that is good by me but still have to pay income tax on that.
 
It just gets very frustrating when I pay those table fees and sales taxes and wind up selling at a fairly big loss because the amount of sales I made were so low it just makes it not worth my money, time or effort. This past weekend's show was a perfect example of that. In plain English - it sucked. It almost makes me wish a demoncrat majority was in office and that the were threatening restrictive firearms laws be legislated.  Sales would skyrocket if such as the case. Just look at Obummer and Biden, they did wonders for guns sales. Of course, no matter how poor my sales, I would never wish another democrat majority in political office in the USA, that would be a disaster for our nation. I much prefer to be loyal to the USA and the Right instead of to the leftists, socialists and commies of the democrat party. That stands true even if it means less sales and money being made by me.
 
All the best,
Glenn B 
 
 

Another Firearms Related Purchase...

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2025-10-15T02:22:00Z

...is being packed and should be on the way to me soon. As Frank Fritz (RIP) of American pickers was ever so fond of saying, "The time to buy it is when you see it"; so, when I saw them on eBay, I submitted an offer. The them are three magazines for the Beretta 92FS Compact L, Type M, pistol. They are 8 round, single stack, magazines. While not impossible to find, it is not easy to find them very often. To find them at an almost decent price is next to impossible in my experience. I check GunBroker, eBay and some other auction sites now and again but if I do find any, the price is usually prohibitive. The one I found, maybe  a month ago was listed on GunBroker for $125.00. I kept checking to see if the seller would come down in price but he did not. 
 
Yesterday, I checked eBay. I found a seller who was offering six of them, all OEM, and lightly used, or so says the seller. The asking price was $115.00 each. I saw there was a 'make an offer' option and tried that at $75.00 each. I received an email, this evening, saying the offer had been accepted.
 
Under normal circumstances, such a magazine might sell for $35.00 or a bit more. By normal, I mostly mean  them still being produced by Beretta or under license from Beretta. The thing is, they have not been made by Beretta, nor by Mecgar under license from Beretta, for several, if not many, years now. In addition, I do not think the Beretta 92FS Compact L Type M pistol was very popular, thus there were nowhere as many Type M single stack magazines produced as were the regular double stack 15 round mags. Being they are somewhat on the rare side, their price has gone up considerably, and that is true not only for ones in new condition but also for used mags. In fact, ones that are new old stock are quite rare indeed. 
 
 I was pleasantly surprised that the seller accepted my offer without making a higher counter offer. That made me wonder if I should have first offered a lower amount but as far as I am concerned $75.00 apiece is a decent and fair price all things considered. Now, if they actually are in the condition claimed in the item description, I will be ecstatic. Time will tell. 
 
Once I receive them, I will have about three or four OEM mags for each of my two Beretta 92FS Compact L, Type M pistols, for a total of six or eight Type M mags, that is at least if I remember correctly how many I already own. I'd like to have purchased more, maybe all six the seller was offering, but buying more from the same seller right now would be a bit too much of a strain on my finances than I'd like to make right now. So, these will have to do, at least until the next time I see more being offered when I have some cash to burn.
 
All the best,
Glenn B 
 

Government-run schools and religious liberty

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2025-10-15T00:00:00Z

To put it bluntly, the State of Colorado is rapidly becoming the new California. Once a bastion of liberty it has become just another Tranzi nightmare of a State – and is well on its way to being a failed … Continue reading
MK18 Mod 0 in Hanoi, Vietnam. By Lynndon Schooler. Conceived at the dawn of the 40x46 mm grenade launcher era, the Mk18 Mod 0 expanded the capability of the single-shot M79 and predated the fully automatic, belt-fed launchers that would dominate by the late Vietnam War. Among the most unusual crew-served weapons adopted by the US during that conflict, the Mk18 was developed by Honeywell’s Ordnance Division beginning in 1962 in response to an urgent US Navy request for a rapid-fire grenade launcher to provide close support for US Navy riverine crafts. It was designed to saturate targets with low-velocity 40x46 mm grenades, powered by nothing more complex than a hand-cranked mechanism.
The Ak5 (Automatkarbin 5) is the standard-issue assault rifle of the Swedish Armed Forces, a licensed variant of the FN FNC developed in the 1980s and upgraded in the 2000s for better reliability in cold climates and modern optics (Aimpoint red dot) compatibility. It’s being phased out by the Ak24, with the M4 as an interim solution in a few places.

Small Business Spotlight: Contour Tactics

by Hrachya H in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-14T23:00:00Z

Welcome back to TFB’s Small Business Spotlight ! In this weekly article series, we talk about small firearm-related businesses. Today’s company is Contour Tactics, a manufacturer of an advanced AR-15 front grip called FOG (Forward Operating Grip).

Underwater archaeology recovers WWII airman's body

by Borepatch in Borepatch on 2025-10-14T20:18:00Z

This is from a few years back but is a cool story.  Rest in Peace, Lieutenant.  

Billing issues for puberty blockers

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-14T18:30:00Z

Looks like at least three hospitals have been using bogus billing codes to get insurance companies to pay for puberty blockers for children: Boston Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Hospitals of both Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. BCH had an interesting increase in a diagnosis of ‘precocious puberty’ from 2020-2023. There is “no clear explanation for why […]
Adamiak must be resentenced, the appellate judges ordered.
The little cartridge that could is gaining even more momentum in 2025 as it has found a new home in the venerable Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP (Optical Sight Pistol). You can now get a Hellcat chambered in .380 ACP for all of the concealed carry loyalists who also love themselves a good 380 pistol.

Jacob Grey NOX-9 2011 Review: Is The Hype Real?

by James Reeves in The Firearm Blog on 2025-10-14T17:00:00Z

Jacob Grey’s NOX-9 is a five-inch, steel frame, double-stack 1911 in 9mm with ports, a compensator, an RMR plate behind the ejection port, a very light single-action trigger, and all tool steel internals with no MIM.
Auto Ordnance is at it again, with a new line of firearms badged with commemorative flair that celebrates America’s military history. This time, it’s a set of 1911-pattern pistols that celebrate the 250th year of the U.S. Navy, and to go with that, another pistol set that commemorates the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary. Sort of.

The Grills of Summer

by Unknown in Home on the Range on 2025-10-14T14:33:00Z

As summer says goodbye, and Fall starts making that "let's just be friends" speech, it's time to think about one last grill. It's dipped down in the 40s at night this last week, so it was a "now or next summer" kind of moment.
First, I made some buns - well, not exactly buns.  I had no yeast, no eggs, and no milk, as Partner in Grime had been on the road on a long trip and I had used up what I had, and hadn't needed to make a trip to the store (or the fence to trade the neighbors some bread for eggs from their chickens).

I had flour, butter, and Kefir (fermented milk found in the yogurt aisle) and honey. These turned out great - sturdy enough for the burger, but with a texture that was tender and biscuit-like, soaking up all the burger juices. Plus, they took 5 minutes to get into the oven. The leftovers will be frozen to be a base for stew in the coming weeks

No yeast "Buncuits" (a cross between a biscuit and a hamburger bun)
In one bowl, mix:
3 and 1/2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

In another bowl mix:
1 and 1/2 cups kefir (fermented milk drink) or plain yogurt
1 stick butter, softened until starting to melt 
3 Tablespoons wild honey

Combine wet and dry and stir until it holds together. Place on a floured board and knead 12-14 times, adding flour as necessary to keep it from being too sticky. This is more than you'd knead biscuits but LESS than bread. You don't want it so smooth and elastic that you have a hockey puck when you are done. Make six small balls out of the dough. Knead the dough in your hands, form it into a ball, and place it on a greased baking sheet. Flatten slightly. Bake in a 375°F preheated oven for 17-20 minutes. The top will NOT get brown, but the bottom will. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
 Then, it was time to light the briquettes.
 The rest, they say, is history.






Bison burger with Worcestershire and maple bacon seasoning, sharp cheddar, and garlic mayo on the tender "buncuit".  It was worth it.



GENESEO, ILL. (10/14/25) – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the newest addition to the Hellcat® family, the Hellcat OSP .380. Chambered for the popular and highly controllable .380 round, this Hellcat is designed as a purpose-built micro-compact that delivers effective defensive performance while remaining extremely easy to conceal. The Hellcat .380 takes […]

Niche Market Segment

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2025-10-14T14:03:00Z

I really want a Malaise Era driving game.

1974 Gran Torino with a 2-barrel 351 Cleveland: ponderous acceleration, 105mph top speed, when the brakes aren’t locked they’re fading, body roll like a Lizzo backup dancer, and perpetually on the lookout for a guardrail into which it can understeer.

Midtown Madness with Chevrolet Vega GTs and Ford Maverick Grabbers? Sign me up!

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The Imperceptible Handgun

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2025-10-14T13:41:00Z



Rhett's one of the most outside-of-the-box thinkers in the CCW training space today. This is a great series.

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Springfield Armory Hellcat In .380 ACP [NEW]

by David Lane in Recoil on 2025-10-14T13:11:44Z

The Hellcat you know and love now in .380 ACP! Better than ever or the same flavor with a different filling?
The Springfield Armory Hellcat is now available in .380 ACP, but why would you choose it over the original 9mm? In this review, we cover everything you need to know about the new Hellcat 380. We dive deep into the specs, comparing its size and weight directly to the 9mm version, and find that it offers almost no concealability advantage. So, what's the point?

CORMAC McCARTHY WAS ONE OF US

by Mas in on 2025-10-14T13:00:00Z

I’ve read some, but not all, of novelist Cormac McCarthy’s work, and ironically was currently reading his “Blood Meridian” when our PO Box yielded the September/October issue of Smithsonian magazine, which included an article on the late novelist focusing on his vast, eclectic, 20,000 volume book collection. I noticed that his younger brother Dennis said of Cormac […]

True Americans

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2025-10-14T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day The true AMERICANS of Antifa, the justice warriors, are working hard to keep America SAFE from “nazis”. One Molotov cocktail and busted out storefront at a time. Today, they don’t wear all black. Today is the … Continue reading

Drone Incursions Over Denmark Spark Danish Preppers

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-14T12:50:00Z

Image from Ministry of Defense of Ukraine 


Unidentified drones, with lights on, were observed over several Danish airports on the night of September 24th, 2025. Flights were disrupted at Aalborg, Billund, and the Copenhagen airports for various periods of time. From the BBC 25 September, 2025:

 Denmark says drones flown over its airports appear to be the work of a "professional actor" but there was no evidence of Russian involvement, after such activity disrupted its airspace for the second time in a week.

Aalborg airport was forced to shut down for several hours on Wednesday evening after green lights were spotted overhead, while Billund airport also briefly closed. Three smaller airports also reported drone activity.

On Monday, Copenhagen airport temporarily closed due to a drone incursion.

The drones have not been shot down or identified. Because of the proximity to the Russian/Ukraine war, various people have speculated the drones are related to the war. Danish authorities have been careful to say they do not know who the drones belong to. The Minister of Defense, Toels Lund Poulsen, believes the drones are being operated by "a professional actor", indicating the operation was likely sponsored by a government.  Some have speculated the drone operation is a demonstration of capability. The Danish authorities were not able to take down the drones.

No detailed images of the drones were published. The size and type of the drones were not published.  Russia has denied any involvement.

There have been similar incidents in the United States, particularly during November - December 2024, commonly known as "New Jersey drone sightings". Many of the sightings were eventually admitted to be authorized drone flights, while some were manned aircraft and even celestial bodies.

Because of the nearby war in Ukraine, people in Denmark are concerned. Some of them are becoming prepared by following the advise of their government to have three days supply of food and water.  From NPR.com, October 3, 2025:

"Everybody is talking about it," Trine says about the drones, adding that her family is "very, very worried."

NPR agreed not to use the last names of some of those interviewed in this story, because of the panic around this security issue.

Trine says being nervous made her take stock of her family's emergency plans. "We prepped, we prepared," she explained, checking their canned food supply, stocking up on water and reviewing their plan with other family members in case they have to evacuate their home in Copenhagen.

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Sweden also went through a period like this shortly after the start of Russia's full-scale war on Ukraine in 2022, Hallgren explains. But then the country reassessed the risk of being so close to the front line, and invested a lot in things like renovating and expanding its network of bomb shelters.

Hallgren advises that the Danish government do the same.

The war in Ukraine has reminded many in Europe they are not immune to invasion and war. The success of NATO in preventing most military actions in Europe, for 80 years, is one of the longest relative periods of peace in Western European history. Finland, which survived a war with the Soviet Union at the beginning of WWII, has now become a member of NATO and is  rebuilding shooting ranges. From AmmoLand:

The Finnish government’s hostile attitude toward maintaining the country’s shooting ranges died with the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Finland, Sweden, and Norway have higher levels of firearms ownership than most of Europe. Denmark is said to have about ten guns per 100 people, about 30 percent of the ownership rate of Finland and Norway, and about 40 percent of the Swedish ownership. Ten guns per 100 people is about twice the rate in England, and half of that in Germany. 

Most of the firearms owned are shotguns and combination guns, which might be able to shoot down small drones in some circumstances. Privately owned guns are required to be kept unloaded and locked up most of the time.

 

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TX: Houston - Road Rage leads to Self Defense Shooting

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-14T12:48:00Z

"The driver got upset that the vehicle in front of him wasn't moving fast enough and he got out of his vehicle and started beating on his car," Lt. Khan with the HPD said. The driver of the vehicle in front warned him that he had a gun and ended up shooting and striking him once, Lt. Khan added.

HPD says responding officers rendered aid to the victim before he was taken to a nearby hospital, where he is said to be stable.

Houston police confirm the shooter stayed at the scene and cooperated with responding officers. The shooter told the officers he was acting in self-defense and has not been charged, HPD says.


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SC: Rock Hill - Self Defense Shooting in Galleria Mall

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-14T12:47:00Z

Rock Hill Police say the shooting occurred just before 2 p.m. at the Galleria Mall, off Dave Lyle Boulevard. Officers say the shooter acted in self-defense, after he was “accosted by the other party both verbally and physically.”

The person who was shot, 26-year-old Martell Minter of Chester, was transported to the hospital in critical condition after being shot in the shoulder. He has been charged with third-degree assault and battery; a court date will be determined after his release from medical care.


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FL: Jacksonville - Two Car Burglary Suspects Wounded in Gunfight

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-14T12:44:00Z

JSO says an initial investigation revealed that the individuals who were shot were involved in a car burglary. They began to shoot two victims who interrupted the burglary.

The two victims who interrupted the burglary returned fire and struck the two suspects.

They were soon transported to a local hospital and are in non-life-threatening condition.

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AZ: Tempe - Attempted Robbery ends in Gunfight, Three Wounded

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2025-10-14T12:42:00Z

Two individuals were riding on a scooter when a group of people approached them and attempted to rob them at gunpoint, according to Tempe police.

The individuals on the scooter shot at the group and someone from the group returned fire.

The group then ran from the area but was later located by police near Scottsdale and Curry roads.

One of the individuals on the scooter and two individuals from the group were hurt in the shooting.


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Turning the tables on the Nobel committee

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2025-10-14T10:30:00Z

We already knew that the Nobel peace prize committee are a bunch of twatwaffles after they gave the Peace Prize to Obama for the mere accomplishment of getting elected. And then he went on to start a bunch of wars and get a lot of children killed all over the world. President Trump, who has […]
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Preparedness Notes for Tuesday — October 14, 2025

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-14T07:04:20Z

October 14, 1834: In Philadelphia, Whigs and Democrats staged a gun, stone, and brick battle for control of a Moyamensing Township election, resulting in one death, several injuries, and the burning of a block of buildings. — On October 14,1899, Morning Post reporter Winston Churchill departed to South Africa, toting a Broomhandle Mauser pistol. His goal was to report on the Second Boer War. He was later taken prisoner of war, but escaped. He recounted his exploits in an autobiography titled My Early Life. — The Cuban Missile Crisis began on October 14, 1962, bringing the United States and the …

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Rebuilding an Old Vehicle as a Daily Driver – Part 1, by Lodge Pole

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-14T07:03:22Z

In 1975, for the first time in his life, my grandfather, who was a Great Depression era child, splurged and ordered a brand-new vehicle from the factory. It was a 1976 Chevrolet Silverado K20 4×4. (Aside from the color, it looks a lot like the one pictured above.) This piece of machinery was his pride and joy until the day he passed away. Shortly after he picked it up from the dealership, he had a dump bed installed. He wanted it to look stock, and still have the usefulness and functionality of a standard bed, so he hired a fabricator …

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SurvivalBlog’s News From The American Redoubt

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-14T07:02:03Z

This weekly column features news stories and event announcements from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. We also mention companies located in the American Redoubt region that are of interest to preppers and survivalists. Today: A Qatar flag over Idaho?  (See the Idaho section.) Idaho From Newsweek: Qatar is Getting an Air Force Facility in Idaho: What to Know. An article excerpt: “The Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho is a prominent one for interoperational aspirations between the United …

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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2025-10-14T07:01:56Z

“The powers of the legislature are defined and limited; and that those limits may not be mistaken, or forgotten, the constitution is written. To what purpose are powers limited, and to what purpose is that limitation committed to writing, if these limits may, at any time, be passed by those intended to be restrained? The distinction between a government with limited and unlimited powers is abolished, if those limits do not confine the persons on whom they are imposed, and if acts prohibited and acts allowed, are of equal obligation. It is a proposition too plain to be contested, that …

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