CONCEALMENT 12 Concealment #12 Rob Curtis Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More As this issue of RECOIL’s CONCEALMENT hits newsstands, Americans will be celebrating and condemning our national election winners. Whether Washington, DC remains red, turns blue, or ends up a shade of purple, we must remember that the Republican party controlled both Congress and the White House for two years and somehow failed to pass any significant firearm legislation. There were brief moments of excitement when the house passed legislation to take the BATFE out of the silencer buying picture and a nanosecond when national concealed carry reciprocity peeked its head out of the senate, but every success was met with national headlines about one tragedy or another. Those shootings prevented our elected representatives from doing anything for us nationally. As Republicans waited for a pro-gun legislation opening, the Democrats seized upon the emotions of the moment. They went to the villages while all eyes were on Rome. State after state saw gun control measures passed under gilded capital domes and by neighbors in folding chairs at town select board meetings. So-called red flag laws, otherwise known as extreme risk-protection orders, bumpstock bans, magazine capacity restrictions, age restrictions for long-arm purchases, major constraints on private party transfers, and even short-lived bans on AR-style rifles were enacted across the country in a wave of gun control legislation, energized by tragic headlines and the urgency to do something. When that do something wave hit our towns, we focused on the current presidential Tweetstorm or argued over the use of the word “clip” instead of talking to neighbors and local representatives about responsible gun ownership. They made decisions while angry, while scared, and while our house began to burn we commented on the curtains. With the mid-term elections in our rear view, no matter the result, one thing remains vitally important — local politics. The only way to effectively fight is to get in the trenches. Talk to your neighbors, invest an hour or two a month attending town meetings, learn more about your state and local reps so you can vote for more than the (D) or (R) next to their names on the ballot, and join a statewide advocacy group. We’re all busy people, but taking the time to do these things is crucial for so many reasons … But, one of those reasons rises to the top, and that’s because the other side already did. To preview the issue click here: Concealment 12 Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
