D&M Holding Company has acquired EKOCHEM 94 s.r.o., a Czech Republic-based engineering firm specializing in propellant and ammunition manufacturing equipment. The acquisition strengthens D&M's capabilities to support NATO allies, Ukraine, and friendly governments seeking ammunition independence amid escalating global conflicts.
Otis Technology received the 2026 Northern New York–Fort Drum Chapter of the Association of the United States Army Community Partner of the Year award. CEO Brad McIntyre accepted the honor, recognizing the company's commitment to supporting soldiers, military families, and the Fort Drum community through partnerships and charitable initiatives.
Otis Technology received the 2026 Northern New York–Fort Drum Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (NNY AUSA) Community Partner of the Year award. CEO Brad McIntyre accepted the honor, recognizing the company's commitment to supporting soldiers, military families, veterans, and the Fort Drum community through partnerships and charitable initiatives.
New York Attorney General Letitia James secured a court victory when the Appellate Division upheld a $4.3 million judgment against Wayne LaPierre, former NRA Executive Vice President. LaPierre was ordered to repay the National Rifle Association and banned from serving as an NRA officer or director for 10 years following findings of illegal self-dealing and mismanagement of organizational funds.
The Second Amendment Foundation, joined by New Jersey Firearms Owners Syndicate, expanded the lawsuit Aliaj v. Fort Lee Police Department to include plaintiffs Martin Hroncich and Luis Rene De La Cruz Franco, challenging Bergen County's policy of revoking permits and confiscating firearms from residents based on association with prohibited persons.
Derya Arms, a firearms manufacturer with operations in Jacksonville, Florida and Türkiye, announced the appointment of Keebler Rockwell as Business Development Director. Rockwell will drive OEM sales, lead military and law enforcement business development, and manage the authorized dealer program while reporting to President Abdullah Celer and Vice President Dustin Jones.
NSSF announces all 50 Range USA locations are participating in the first Gun Storage Check Week retailer pilot program to promote secure firearm storage practices. The campaign, observed June 1–7 and September 1–7, aims to prevent firearm accidents, suicides, and thefts through the "Make Sure It's Secure" message.
Cadre Holdings' subsidiary Safariland has been selected as the ballistic panel provider for Predictive Ballistics LLC's Overt Armor Kit, which was awarded a five-year, $61 million FBI contract. Safariland's SX™ HP ballistic panel was chosen over 11 competing products for its superior performance and quality.
The NSSF-adjusted NICS figure for May 2026 reached 1,105,758, a 3.2 percent increase from May 2025's 1,071,685. The National Shooting Sports Foundation reported new monthly NFA checks data, with Texas, Virginia, and Florida leading in NFA checks, while the May 2026 NFA figure of 146,551 increased 100.4 percent year-over-year.
Smith & Wesson is hiring a Law Enforcement Technical Services Advisor to support domestic law enforcement sales and provide technical expertise for armorer training programs, including Team One Network operations and new product development for global and international sales.
ZeroTech announced the Green Dot Trace H.A.L.O Reflex Sight, featuring a 3 MOA green aiming point for enhanced visibility in bright conditions. The enclosed H.A.L.O design offers durability with 7075 aluminum construction, shake-awake technology, and up to 50,000 hours of battery life.
Dead Air Silencers has renewed its Silver-level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation. The suppressor manufacturer, founded in 2014, also provides products for SAF's monthly sweepstakes and event giveaways to support Second Amendment advocacy efforts.
Bond Arms introduces the America 250th Special Edition Hand Cannon, a limited-edition firearm celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Chambered in .45 Colt and .410 Bore with stainless-steel construction, the Rough Series is priced at $499.00 and the Black Cerakote version at $699.00.
Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, has added Comstock Armory AR parts and accessories to its inventory. Comstock Armory, based in South Lyon, Michigan, manufactures American-made AR-platform components for shooters and competitive 3-gun enthusiasts.
NEXTORCH, the primary U.S. distributor of NEXTORCH Industries, announced the new hiStar 2,300 Lumen Ultra Bright Headlamp featuring proprietary Claw Optics™ technology for hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, and tactical applications. The professional-grade headlamp offers dual white and red LEDs, stepless dimming, dual-power compatibility, and an MSRP of $109.99.
Silencer Central is offering a $150 rebate on select Dead Air and BANISH Suppressors from June 1 through July 6, 2026. Customers purchasing qualifying suppressors receive rebate codes for future purchases or accessories, with codes valid through November 30, 2026.
Silencer Central is offering a $150 rebate on select Dead Air and BANISH Suppressors from June 1 through July 6, 2026. Rebate codes can be applied to future suppressor purchases or accessory orders over $150, valid through November 30, 2026.
KDG announces continued growth of its nationwide dealer network with new stocking dealers joining across Texas, Georgia, and other states. The company, known for products like Kinect™ quick-detach mounting solutions and SideLok™ optic mounts, is expanding its dealer locator to help customers find local retailers and support independent firearm retailers nationwide.
Dead Air Silencers will exhibit at the 2026 BLADE Show in Atlanta, Georgia, June 5-7, showcasing suppressors including the Sandman, Nomad, Wolfman, and new RXD910Ti. The company will offer 50 limited-edition Medford Knives Knuckle Knives exclusively at Booth #2517.
Blue Force Gear will showcase its latest tactical equipment at the Ohio Tactical Officers Association Annual Training Conference June 8–12 in Sandusky, Ohio, featuring the new MARCO HR chemlight deployment system and other mission-proven gear designed for law enforcement and first responders.
SOG Knives will showcase its product lineup at the Blade Show in Atlanta, Georgia, June 5-7, featuring special guests Jason Johnson and Luke Kukk. Attendees can explore new products, receive complimentary 40th anniversary playing cards, and enjoy exclusive savings on apparel and accessories.
Cold Steel will showcase innovative knives and outdoor tools at the 2026 Blade Show in Atlanta, June 5-7, at booth #124. Featured guests include champion knife-thrower Jason Johnson and master knife maker Luke Kukk, with Cold Steel's expert team available for demos and customer support.
EchoCore Suppressors will co-exhibit with Silencer Shop at the OTOA Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference June 8–12, 2026, in Sandusky, Ohio. The company will showcase its premium suppressor lineup, including award-winning Sector 5.56 models, to law enforcement professionals and tactical teams across the Midwest.
GunBroker.com has partnered with Barrett to launch a June 2026 sweepstakes offering two winners the chance to receive either a Barrett MRAD Rifle System valued at $6,985 or a Barrett REC7 DI Rifle System valued at $2,100. The sweepstakes runs from June 1-30, 2026, with daily entry opportunities available at no cost.
Outdoor Sportsman Group's GAME & FISH TV achieved over 50 million minutes watched in April with 430 million monthly active users. The fastest-growing FAST channel features programming from Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, and MyOutdoorTV, including live Major League Fishing events and content celebrating the sporting lifestyle.
There are a range of reasons to set up a handgun rig for your less dominant side. For one thing, you can be a victim of an injury or debilitating illness that affects primarily your dominant side. It could be that you realize that a sidearm is a “handgun, not a hands-gun.” (h/t, Mike Rafferty)
Perhaps you are an instructor and you realize that, at one time or another, you’ll have to demonstrate for and coach people who favor left instead of the right (or vice-versa).
There were classes for instructors – and practitioners – where availability of holsters for both sides of the users’ bodies were required, such as Tactical Shooting Instructor, when taught by Clive Shepherd.
I’d fiddled with the concept on- and off since the 1980s. More recently, I ordered a spare Perun outside-the-waist holster from Raven Concealment Systems. For a reasonably priced rig, it has the advantage of shipping with hardware to make the holster useful for the right-handed and left-handed practitioners.
When the holster arrived, I set it up for the left side; I already had a Perun for the right. Along with the GLOCK 45 Gen6 and the GLOCK 44, I took both guns to the range.
Guns used include the GLOCK 45 Gen6 (above) and the G44 in 22LR, a good analog practice gun.
The Perun is a high-riding modular polymer blend (a proprietary material) “pancake-“ style holster. The belt loops are separated, on the leading and trailing ends of the holster body. It feature a retention slider, high body-shielding “wings,” has an open muzzle, and is deeply formed to allow the use of pistol-mounted optics.
The holster body can have the (supplied) belt loops on the left side of the holster for right-handed users or on the right side, for southpaws.
The new holster, in FDE, now has the loops placed on the right side.
Using a B-8 (CP) repair center, I worked on the Baseline Assessment Drill with the new G45 Gen6. Sadly, I went over time on three stages. One was the “non-dominant” (right, this time) one-handed string. Another was the reload string and the last was the ten-yard “4 in four seconds” string. You’ll note that the over-time segments were all from ready – the holster wasn’t involved. In one case, my dominant hand was involved.
So that’s not “handedness,” that’s just a bad day.
From there, I moved to the rimfire to do single hits from the holster at about 25 feet from a clean repair center. I found, using a remote camera, that I was “scooping” and not drawing the gun straight up and out of the holster to press out onto the target. While it’s quick enough, time is burned up because the gun’s not arriving at the eye-target line consistently.
Time for dry practice, then going back to basics in live fire.
I was also failing to get a solid firing grip on the gun while it’s in the holster – that’s not a holster problem. The Perun is well designed to allow a full firing grip while the gun is in the holster.
Using the G44, I was running just over two seconds on drawing from concealment. Starting with my hand on the gun while the gun is holstered – as one might do when in an uncertain situation, but it’s not clearly a “guns-out” scenario – I was hovering around 1.6 second for a hit.
I moved to the “demand drill” – aimed in, finger on trigger with the slack out. The aim is to cut the tone from the “delayed start” on the timer in half. I had no trouble making the hit in .16 second – so the problem was the sights not arriving in the eye-target line in time.
That’s where I need to work.
It’s been a long time since I did dedicated work with the non-dominant hand as far as gun handling. I usually shoot half of the NRA Short Course or FBI Bullseye Course left-handed. The shooting part is okay.
