This article was originally published by Joseph Solis-Mullen at The Mises Institute under the title: On the Failure of Constitutionalism Through the Ages: Norms, Emergencies, and the Administrative State Classical liberals, as well as some libertarians, have long placed great faith in constitutions as instruments capable of restraining political power. Particularly following the Renaissance and Enlightenment, written constitutions began to be celebrated by limited government political theorists as rational devices designed to bind rulers, limit coercion, and protect liberty through clearly-enumerated rules. Yet a persistent strain of skepticism—articulated most sharply by thinkers such as Murray Rothbard and Ralph Raico—has questioned whether…
On the SHOT Show floor, Bond Arms shared a collaborative suppressor project started by Third Echelon Development. Third Echelon has taken a bold leap in attempting to make a dual bore suppressor for Bond’s 9mm derringer. Instead of relying on a removable mount, this design integrates directly with a proprietary barrel developed by Bond. Wipe Baffle System This suppressor uses a wipe-based baffel system. Two removable pins retain the wipes inside the body, and the wipes seal each chamber as the bullet passes through. That sealing effect optimizes sound reduction while keeping the overall length short (just over 4”). The…
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On the SHOT Show floor, UltiClip showcased updates to its Enduo magazine carry lineup. The booth focused on the Enduo Universal alongside newly released magazine-specific baseplate models. Doug from UltiClip outlined how the system works and where each option fits within the company’s broader catalog. Enduo Universal Design and Function The UltiClip Enduo Universal is designed to work with most pistol magazines. It attaches directly to a magazine baseplate using a high-strength adhesive. Once installed, the spring-loaded clip allows the magazine to be carried more comfortably inside a pocket. The tiny clip hooks onto the edge of the pocket and…
Having experienced homelessness, Army veteran Chad King was searching for a way to help other veterans struggling to find affordable housing and benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs. He came up with a solution – Chief Bud – an AI assistant built to help veterans learn and apply for VA resources. King, a graduate student at DePaul University in Chicago, served in the Army for seven years, forging a brotherhood with his fellow comrades. “There are 18 million veterans in the United States, and I feel a connection to all those people,” King told The DePaulia, the university’s student newspaper. King, who…
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One of Vosteed’s fan favorites is slimming down for summer. Following user feedback on the current Raccoon, the brand today launches the Raccoon TiSlim — an ultralight and ultra-thin version of the Raccoon. It comes with many of the well-received features of the original Raccoon, now with a more pocket-friendly and ergonomic design. Here’s the rundown. Meet the Raccoon TiSlim (Photo/Vosteed) The TiSlim is wicked thin and built to withstand pressure. With a 3.18-inch blade and ultra-slim titanium scales, the knife looks big enough for many daily tasks and small enough to wear in just about every situation. The brand…
in Riley Baxter, SHOT Show 2026 SIG Sauer expands the P211 GTO lineup with new factory colorways and offers a barrel block that lets shooters remove the compensator for a cleaner profile. Expanded Looks for the P211 GTO SIG Sauer added new P211 GTO colorways that ship from the factory. These include a black-and-silver two-tone (Equinox), an all midnight black model (Nitron), and a black-and-FDE version (Spectre Combat), a silver with black accents (Quicksilver), and a brass accented model with LOK Grips (Spectre comp). We aren’t done yet, there is one last colorway which is a gunmetal grey with blue/purple…
Tyrant CNC is at SHOT Show 2026 and they brought along their TWS365 PDW Chassis for the SIG Sauer P365 series of handguns. This unique chassis system that has Tyrant’s iconic flair can easily convert your P365 pistol into a more capable platform with better ergonomics, more capacity, and still is able to be conceal carried, if you wish. Tyrant CNC TWS365 PDW Chassis for SIG P365 The Tyrant CNC TWS365 PDW Chassis (Tyrant Weapon System 365) has an MSRP of $599.95 and is available in the 4 colorways of Arsenal Grey (launch edition), Black, Gunmetal Grey, and Midnight Bronze.…
I’m already sick of talking about the shooting of Alex Pretti, and I’m coming around to hating just about everyone on either side of the debate right now. From the anti-gun side suddenly defending the Second Amendment to people who should know better suddenly sounding like deranged anti-gunners, I’m finding it hard not to just hate everyone except for a select few people. It’s quite the juxtaposition to where I was in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.It’s also darkly ironic that an old post of Kirk’s on X appears to be getting a lot…
in Riley Baxter, SHOT Show 2026 The Kimber 2K11 Comp pistols pair a ported bull barrel, carbon-fiber grip module, and optics-ready slide to deliver flatter shooting in a 2011-style platform. First Shots at SHOT Show 2026 Range Day We got hands-on with the new Kimber 2K11 Comp lineup during SHOT Show 2026 Industry Day at the Range. Kimber builds these pistols off the standard 2K11, then adds a compensator and competition-focused features. The standout change is the forward barrel port. Kimber machines a large compensator port at the muzzle to vent gas upward. That design keeps the gun flatter during…
I’ve been hooked since the moment I hopped on my first e-bike. It didn’t take long to realize that I needed a rack that could handle the extra pounds. That’s why I decided to test the new Küat Piston Ion. This beefed-up hitch bike rack offers premium security. It’s two-bike compatible and can securely hold everything from heavy e-bikes to lightweight pedal bikes. It also has an easy-to-use ramp to assist with loading. While the Piston Ion is worth the chunk of change, it’s pricey. But from my perspective, I’d already shelled out the money for an electric investment in happiness. It’s important…
Palmetto State Armory used SHOT Show 2026 to release the AXR PDW, a compact 9mm platform within its broader AXR series. The design centers on PSA’s MFC (modular fire control), the serialized core of the firearm, which moves between different configurations. That approach allows the same MFC to transition from a handgun to a PDW setup without buying a second serialized component. AXR Series and the Shared MFC The AXR PDW uses the same MFC found in the AXR handgun lineup. PSA positions the MFC as the foundation of the system. Users can transfer it between a full-size pistol, a…
Police say the suspect unlawfully entered a private industry event before allegedly assaulting Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost and a second attendee.A man was arrested early Friday at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, after allegedly assaulting Florida Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost during a private industry event, according to Park City police.Police said officers responded just after midnight on Jan. 24 to a report of an assault at the High West Saloon, located at 703 Park Ave., where a private party was being held as part of Sundance festivities.According to a statement from the Park City Police Department, a…
Maxim Defense has announced a new lineup of firearms, including the SDX RFLX Pistol and SBR, designed for ultimate suppression. With an over-the-barrel style suppressor and the already precision manufacturing processes that Maxim Defense brings to the table, the SDX RFLX is both stout and silent. Maxim Defense SDX RFLX – Pistol and SBR The Maxim Defense SDX RFLX pistols (MSRP $3,695) and SBRs (MSRP $3,695) are chambered in 300 BLK with equivalent barrel lengths of 8.5”. You have colorway options of Arid and Black with your choice of either an SBA5 or Gen6 CQB pistol brace (for the pistols),…
Virginia is the epitome of a swing state, at least over the last few years. From far left Democrats to conservative Republicans and back again, the state seems to swing like an unlatched screen door in a hurricane. Now the state has gone from Glenn Youngkin to Abigail Spanberger, and with her comes a litany of anti-gun proposals that Democrats in the Old Dominion State have long wanted to implement.And as NRA executive director John Commerford notes, this marks a change in the Second Amendment in Virginia.Perhaps no state is more steeped in America’s constitutional…
The Tango Innovations FCS is an integrated 2–10x scope that combines a laser, IR illuminator, and onboard ballistic solver in one unit. It merges optic, ranging, and laser functions into a fairly compact system designed to reduce rail clutter. The FCS, or Fire Control System, targets shooters who want speed, data, and simplicity without stacking multiple devices. Instead of bridging accessories, everything lives inside a single housing. Tango built the FCS around a native 2–10x optic with 0.2 MRAD adjustments. The system integrates a miniaturized laser derived from the Fire 4000, and pairs it with an IR pointer and flood…
Roughly 48 hours after the fatal shooting of a Department of Veterans Affairs nurse by U.S. Border Patrol sparked larger protests across Minnesota, lawmakers, pundits and Americans of various political persuasion are commenting on whether current immigration policies are being facilitated as intended or if they have gone overboard.Details continue to emerge regarding the fatal shooting death of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an intensive care unit (ICU) nurse at the VA in Minnesota, by one or more U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, Minn. The Jan. 24 shooting, which was caught in different fragments by civilian bystanders and posted…
The price of silver is surging as the demand for physical metals ramps up. The United States Mint raised silver coin prices by 85% (from $91 to $169), anticipating silver could soon exceed $100/oz, reflecting institutional expectations of a historic price explosion. According to a report by Natural News, some global entities have attempted to depress the price of silver. Despite years of alleged manipulation by JP Morgan and China to artificially depress silver prices, the metal has broken through $30/oz, with spot prices now near $93.52, proving paper-market controls are collapsing as demand for physical silver surges. Silver Price…
In the waning light on a chilly Wyoming evening, I lowered my head to the ZEISS Conquest V4 4-16X44 Riflescope, took aim at a distant target, and fired. “GONG!” That’s a hit. I adjusted my elevation turret more and took aim at a 600-yard target. “GONG!” Another hit. I smiled and got up from my seat. After only a few shots with the loaner rifle and scope I was given for this hunt, I felt confident. I hadn’t missed a single target. Over the next few days, I’d have the opportunity to build that confidence further, chasing coyotes on the…
After a weekend that saw a number of Trump administration officials arguing that carrying guns to protests is illegal or suggesting that carrying two magazines is a sign of nefarious intent, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt on Monday reiterated President Donald Trump’s support for the Second Amendment during her daily briefing. .@PressSec: “@POTUS supports the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding American citizens—absolutely… while Americans have a constitutional right to bear Arms, Americans do not have a constitutional right to impede lawful immigration enforcement operations.” pic.twitter.com/RUTna6A0e5— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) January 26, 2026″The President supports the…
