The Truth About Guns

The Truth About Guns (TTAG) is a firearms blog that started in February 2010. It features a variety of topics such as gun politics, gun products and accessories, news related to firearms, the firearms industry, ethical issues surrounding guns, gun culture, and technology related to firearms. The team publishes around 15 articles daily, with fewer updates on weekends.

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New Mesa Tactical Shotgun Pro Packages

1 week ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Luke Cuenco

For those looking to upgrade their Remington 870, Beretta 1301, Benelli M2/M4, or other compatible shotguns, Mesa Tactical’s Pro Packages provide a seamless, professional-grade solution. Whether you’re gearing up for duty, competition, or home defense, these kits offer unmatched reliability and value. Visit www.mesatactical.com to browse the full range of Pro Packages and other premium accessories, and take your shotgun to the next level with Mesa Tactical’s trusted craftsmanship.
A Direct Attack on Lawful Gun Owners

2 weeks ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Luke Cuenco

As a born and raised Oregonian and having grown up with other Oregonians who were also staunch supporters of Second Amendment rights, I am deeply troubled by the trajectory of Senate Bill 243 (SB 243), a Democrat-led measure that threatens to criminalize law-abiding gun owners and undermine our freedoms.
What Gun Owners Must Know

3 weeks ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

The firearms world lit up last week when Rare Breed Triggers announced it had reached a settlement agreement with the federal government over its controversial Forced Reset Trigger (FRT). While many cheered the win, citing a favorable ruling from a Texas district court, others argued Rare Breed took the easy out when momentum was on their side. We get it.
ATF Promises Reform-Should We Trust Them?

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

The ATF says it’s turning a new leaf. In a statement published this week, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives declared it’s “ushering in a new chapter” rooted in transparency, accountability, and partnership with the firearms industry. According to the agency, this isn’t the ATF of the last four years—it’s a reformed institution that wants to “rebuild trust” with FFLs, gun owners, and the public. Sound familiar?
How S&W Almost Lost Its License to Make Guns

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

*Featured image: Unregistered grenade launchers found on-site at Smith & Wesson during ATF’s deep-dive inspection. While the NRA was busy giving Robert Scott, Chairman of Smith & Wesson, its 2025 Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award, few attendees in Atlanta realized just how close the iconic gunmaker came to losing its license to manufacture firearms altogether.
Jack Reacher’s Shotgun Tested

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Travis Pike

I’m a Lee Child fan. I like the Jack Reacher books. I don’t think they are high art, but they tend to be entertaining, and I like the TV show. The most recent season was based on the book Persuader. Persuader gained its name from Jack Reacher using a Mossberg Persuader in the book. The TV show also shows Reacher using a pistol-grip-equipped 590, allowing us to bask in the unspoken detail retained from the book to the show. I’m telling you all this because that show made me want a Persuader.
A Timeless 5.56 Rifle

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

There’s something about the silhouette of a classic M4 that still stops rifle guys mid-scroll. In a world flooded with boutique builds, monolithic handguards, and piston-driven marketing buzz, the Colt M4 Carbine CR6920 holds its ground, not with flash, but with proven fundamentals and decades of trust baked into every part. 👉 Check specs & price: Colt M4 CR6920 at DEguns.net »At first glance, the CR6920 may seem plain. No exotic coatings, no free-float rail, no flashy flared magwell.
Why SEAL Team 6 Still Uses the HK MP7 PDW

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

In an era of constant weapons development, most firearms come and go—but a few remain staples among elite units for one reason: they solve a specific problem better than anything else. For DEVGRU, the Navy’s Tier 1 Special Mission Unit, the Heckler & Koch MP7 is one such weapon. Lightweight, compact, and capable of defeating soft body armor, the MP7 continues to occupy a trusted role in DEVGRU’s armory. It isn’t a general-purpose rifle, and it’s not just a modern subgun.
Quick Look At The SureFire SOCOM556-RC3 Suppressor

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Scott Witner

SureFire’s new SOCOM556-RC3 isn’t just a suppressor upgrade—it’s a full-on evolution for anyone who’s ever had to fight through “suppressor face” during a long range day. If you’ve run the previous SOCOM556 cans, you already know the deal: they’re built like tanks, run hard, and were designed with input from people who operate in far worse places than your local training facility.
Federal Wins Major Ammo Deal with Canadian Agencies

1 month ago | thetruthaboutguns.com | Luke Cuenco

Federal Ammunition, now thriving under The Kinetic Group and Czechoslovak Group (CSG) ownership, just scored a major deal to supply Canadian law enforcement with 9mm and .308 Win. ammunition. Announced on May 6, 2025, this multi-year contract isn’t just about delivering rounds—it’s positive proof of Federal’s growing clout in the global munitions market. For those of us who live and breathe firearms, this move is worth dissecting.