Just in time for summer competition, the Breda 930i series hits the US market. Aimed squarely at the clay target sports, the 930i comprises an inertia-driven platform built to compete. Breda 930i Series Shotguns Built in Italy, the 930i Series comprises a semi-auto design. Billed the first sporting shotguns to employ inertia technology in a semi-auto specifically designed for clay shooting, they’ve seen use in competition abroad. Now the accurate, well-patterning 930i comes stateside. “The 930i series has the capability to be customized for fit and finish out-of-the-box, without relying on af ..read more

While visiting the Cimarron Firearms booth at SHOT Show, I noticed on the retail products display table what looked like a refinished original Winchester Model 1887 lever-action shotgun cut down to a 20-inch barrel riot gun length. Company founder Mike Harvey owns a reputation for exhibiting interesting, original Old West guns from his collection at SHOT. I wondered if this Model 1887 somehow mistakenly ended up in the wrong display area. A tag on the trigger guard listing wholesale and retail pricing suggested it was a modern reproduction. As I began to examine it, one of the booth represent ..read more

You are in your local gun shop and listening to the regulars ramble on about specific gun parts. What they do not know is that you have been a proud gun owner for six days and nine hours. You don’t speak “gun” yet, so you just nod your head. While you are sure what they are saying is profound, it sounds like “the warp core is connected to discombobulator and run by the zippy doodah pin.” Understanding the various components that constitute a firearm is crucial for safe handling, maintenance, and overall proficiency. From the barrel to the stock, all parts of guns serve a distinct purpose in t ..read more

Enter to win April’s Free Gun Friday Giveaway! **Enter the sweepstakes at the bottom of this article to win! The Gun: Kimber KDS9c Rail The NEW KDS9c Rail from Kimber is next step in this highly popular introduction from Kimber. Featuring an ambidextrous safety and Picatinny rail, the KDS9c Rail captures all the features consumers are looking for in the latest feature-rich concealed carry firearm. The barrel is fully fluted, crowned, and ramped. Kimber’s proprietary bore sizing process delivers match-grade accuracy with every shot. Kimber’s engineers chose 7075 aluminum and sculpted a frame th ..read more

A long conversation with a new shooter recently included both her excitement and frustrations. One of her major complaints was the lingo and terminology that comes with the gun world. I try to stay true to my roots and remember the days when I first really started shooting. With that, I can remember well the days of me nodding along with a conversation, but in the back of my head I was asking “What the heck is he talking about?” One thing that seems to always be part of that is firearm actions. Without some basic explanation, it can be confusing because it actually covers two different aspect ..read more

In the realm of shotguns, few names carry the weight and reputation of Mossberg, and the Mossberg International Gold Reserve line of over-under scatterguns serves as a prime example of the brand’s commitment to excellence. With a heritage steeped in tradition and a reputation for reliability, the Gold Reserve line seamlessly blends classic design with modern innovation. Read on as we take a closer look at the new 20-gauge addition to this line, the many features that encompass it, and what we believe makes it stand out as a favorite amongst a sea of over-unders on the market. Mossberg Interna ..read more

There’s no shame in having questions about guns and gun ownership. After all, we all started with little to no knowledge at all, and there’s truly a lot to learn in order to be a safe, responsible gun owner. Here’s everything you need to know when first setting out to own a gun. Shooting 101: How to Own a Gun First, however, note that you’re not alone in your endeavor to become a new gun owner. According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), retailer surveys since 2020 showed that more than 14 million Americans have purchased a firearm for the first time. That’s more people ..read more

Breda America just launched two new semi-auto shotguns ready for 3-gun competition this season. The Breda B12i/T4 and B12i/T4 X Competition both comprise 12-gauge semi-auto platforms. Each of the new Breda B12i competition shotguns include component upgrades and features demanded by 3-gunners. Breda B12i Competition Shotguns Each shotgun boasts a fast firing cycle speed, according to Breda. Component upgrades include an ambidextrous charging handle and oversized controls. Precision drilled barrels pair with the Breda Inertia operating system. A flip-up rifle sight aids for shooting slugs in c ..read more

While most new gun owners can be overwhelmed with learning how to shoot, they have to also learn the lingo. Rare is the industry that has odder and more off-reference lingo than the gun world. They can range from obscure movie references to slang based on how the word sounds. To help you navigate this unofficial language, I have put together a small guide. You should print this off and take it with you when you go to the range. And just like when visiting a foreign country, you can grab your handy translation guide to see what people are saying. Along with some of the odder terms, I have also ..read more

Weatherby just announced the release of its latest semi-auto shotgun line, one billed to deliver performance in the field. The Weatherby Sorix utilizes the company’s inertia recoil system for extreme reliability and rugged dependability. Weatherby Sorix Details The heart of the new shotgun line is the inertia operating system. A take on classic recoil-operated designs, Weatherby geared this sytem to run a wide range of lighter small game loads up through heavy magnum loads. Its comes in 12-gauge, 3- or 3.5-inch chambers and 20-gauge 3-inch chamber. The new platform also offers completely amb ..read more