Michael Bane
Michael Bane defies stereotypes. He has leveraged a career as a journalist, author, professional adventurer and acknowledged expert on firearms into some of the most innovative — and successful — shooting sports programming in the world.
America Frays Around the Edges
So who had massive, fiery riots in LA on their bingo card for June? Or a terrorist attack last week? Or an antisemitic murder the week before that? The fabric of America is fraying around the edges…what do you need to know?
The Two Best DA Revolvers Available Today…Period!
If you’re looking for a great double-action revolver that can be used for hunting, self/home defense, a great day at the range and still be able to hand them down to future generations, you’ve got two great choices — the S&W Mountain Gun .44 Magnum and the Ruger SP-101 .327 Federal Magnum, and both are Lipsey’s exclusives. And a much-needed upgrade from Streamlight...
When Terrorism Comes Home
This week, some thoughts on the Boulder terrorism attack and, ultimately, the fantasy of “safe spaces” in an unsafe world.
The Lure of the Ruger No. 1
Single shot rifles like the classic Ruger No. 1 series have their own special appeal — and challenges. Here’s a look. Also, Matador Arms rolls out a bullpup 9mm PCC at the NRA Show in Atlanta.
On Board with America’s Rifle Challenge!
This summer we’ll be working to make the NRA America’s Rifle Challenge a big success…looking forward to everyone joining us!
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
This week, a rant…as we have said for decades, the National Firearms Act desperately needs to be repealed. How, and why we won’t get that anytime soon, remains to be seen, but there is hope for removing the $200 tax from suppressors…and maybe more.
From Speed to Accuracy
This week Michael takes his Magnum Research SwitchBolt .22LR and “migrates” it to a long-range .22. The secrets? The Luth-AR MCA-22 adjustable chassis and a Maven 5-30X scope. And from the NRA Show, Tricer’s All-in-One Bipod!
The Velocity of Change
As promised, this week we’re talking a look at the ever-changing self-defense landscape for armed citizens…and it is changing…very quickly.
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Post-Birthday Thoughts and a New EDC
This week Michael notes that even though he is now older than a wooly mammoth, he's still thinking of changing his everyday carry gun.
A Quick Look at NRA 2025!
Michael looks back on NRA 2025 with its 14 acres of guns and gear and picks a few that caught his attention.