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The new line of Rock Island Armory’s newest generation STK 9mm striker-fired pistols are now available. With upgraded features, a good trigger, a 1911 grip angle, three available sizes and a perfectly textured aluminum frame, RIA offers a viable alternative to polymer framed pistols!

It’s show-and-tell day at TRIGGERED, and we’ve got something for everyone. First up is the classic OG 1911, the Ed Brown 25th Anniversary Kobra Carry! Next up, the Lipsey’s and S&W collaboration on the new Mountain Gun revolvers. Finally, Vortex’s Defender line of red dots.

Michael starts thinking (seriously) about getting ready for the America’s Rifle Challenge from the NRA. Plus, first look at the achingly beautiful S&W .44 Magnum Mountain Gun, now in Michael’s grubby hands, and a couple of surprise S&W .38s.

The theme for SHOT 2025 was unequivocally suppressors. Silencers — and notice we use the terms interchangeably — were everywhere. And very much at the center of the rapidly expanding world of silencers is Brandon Maddox and Silencer Central, who’ve made purchasing a silencer from your couch a reality.

Michael has some thoughts on the huge changes in government and its effects on citizen self-defense. Also, starting to work with the Rock Island STK 9mms.

This week Michael digs deep for some more of his choices from this year’s SHOT Show, including a spectacular S&W revolver from Lipsey’s. Also, an important message on the NRA Board of Directors election from Buz Mills at GUNSITE …now is the time to VOTE!

This week, after the obligatory blistering blast at the Colorado Legislature, Michael discusses a subject he has focused on for many years — off-body carry. Having a gun in a holster on your person has many advantages, but sometimes it is just not possible.

Our second show of coverage of SHOT 2025, where Michael goes searching for “home runs” and maybe some sense of what we’ll be spending our money on in 2025!

A recent survey showed that one-third of the buyers of modern sporting rifles were buying them for home and self-defense. Here are some thoughts on the best way to make use of the venerable AR-15 in the home. Also, first look at the newest generation of RIA STK 9mms.

The NRA Board of Directors ballots are now out in NRA publications, and if you want a new NRA, you need to vote! Here’s our list of candidates committed to change. Also, the NRA revives the America’s Challenge competitions, a fun way to get better with your AR.