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Buyer guides, gun reviews, and shooting tips from the Shooting Surplus team.
Best Mag Catch for a Commander 1911: What Fits and What to Buy
Looking for the best mag catch for a Commander 1911? Commander and Government share the same release. Here's how to pick an extended, stainless or stock catch.
New Savage Rifles in Stock: Which One Fits Your Hunt
New Savage rifles in stock: 110 Ultralite, 110 Core, Axis 2 XP and Axis XP, sorted by the hunt they fit. Chamberings, barrel lengths and capacities listed.
FN Founders Favorites Rebate: $76 Back on FN 15 and Five-seveN
FN Founders Favorites rebate: $76 back on any new FN 15 rifle or Five-seveN pistol bought October 12 to 31, 2026. Who qualifies, how to claim, deadlines.
ATF No Longer Requires a Form 4 for Suppressors and SBRs
As of October 9, 2026, ATF no longer requires approval, registration or a tax stamp for suppressors, SBRs, SBSs and AOWs. Here is what changed and what did not.
DOJ Won't Enforce the Under-21 Handgun Dealer Ban: What It Means
DOJ told the Fifth Circuit it will not enforce the federal ban on dealer handgun sales to adults under 21. What changed, what didn't, and what to check first.
New Sig Sauer Arrivals: MPX SBR, P365 AXG Legion, ZULU6, Romeo8T
Four new Sig Sauer arrivals in stock: the MPX 9mm SBR with folding stock, a Massachusetts-compliant P365 AXG Legion, the ZULU6 HDX Pro and Romeo8T red dot.
New From Colt: Grizzly and Kodiak Revolvers, a 250th 1911, and SBRs
Ten new Colt arrivals now in stock: Grizzly 357 and Kodiak 44 Magnum revolvers, the USA 250th 1911 Government Model, and M5 SCW and EPR II 5.56 SBRs.
Best Ruger 10/22 Magazine: BX-1, BX-15, BX-25 or a Drum?
Which Ruger 10/22 magazine should you buy? We compare the Ruger BX-1, BX-15 and BX-25 and the GSG 110 round drum, and flag the Ruger mags that won't fit.
Ordering Ammo Online: Shipping, State Rules and Separate Boxes
Can we ship ammo to your state? Why did your ammo arrive apart from the rest of the order? Plain answers to the ammo ordering questions buyers ask us most.
New Glock Arrivals: V-Series With Vortex and Viridian Optics, Plus the 43X Rail
Seven new Glock pistols are in stock: V-Series 17, 19 and 45 with Vortex Defender or Viridian RFX35 optics, a ported FDE 19, and the Glock 43X Rail. All 9mm.
Savage Renegauge Rebate: $100 Back Through November 30
Savage pays $100 back on any new Renegauge shotgun bought October 1 to November 30, 2026. Claim deadline, who qualifies, and the models in stock now.
Firearm, optic and gear rebates live now (October 2026)
Every manufacturer rebate live at Shooting Surplus this October: Beretta, Savage, Tikka, Federal, Remington and Winchester, with end dates and claim deadlines.
New Savage Rifles: 110 Ultralite, 110 Core and Axis XP Arrivals
New Savage rifles in stock: 110 Ultralite Pro and Predator, 110 Core Hunter, and scoped Axis XP and Axis 2 XP packages in 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm-08 and more.
Big Reward With Beretta’s 1301 Tactical: Pick Your Payout
Buy a Beretta 1301 Tactical. Choose how you want paid back: $150 via check, PayPal or prepaid card or $300 in Beretta Bucks to spend at Beretta.com. Claim the rebate with your rece…
Dead Air “Hush Money” Promo — Get $300 Credit on Select Silencers
Dead Air "Hush Money" Promo — Get $300 Credit on Select Silencers If you've been looking to invest in a quality suppressor, here's a deal worth exploring: Dead Air Silencers is run…
Save $100 on the Trijicon RCR Red Dot — Limited-Time Rebate
Looking to upgrade your optic? Now’s the perfect time. Trijicon is offering a limited-time rebate on their rugged RCR reflex sight, and Shooting Surplus has the qualifying model in…
Sig Sauer P320 FLUX 9mm LEGION: The Ultimate Hybrid Firearm, King of the PCC?
The innovative SIG Sauer P320 FLUX 9mm LEGION, a hybrid firearm blending handgun portability with carbine stability. Learn about its standout features and why it's perfect for tact…
The Sig Sauer P226 X-Five Reserve: Precision Meets Luxury
Discover the Sig Sauer P226 X-Five Reserve at Shooting Surplus. A 40th-anniversary masterpiece blending precision, luxury, and performance. Limited availability—shop now!
The Iconic Colt Python 4.25" .357 Magnum: Limited Edition Armsmear 1 of 150
The Colt Python 4.25” .357 Magnum ARMSMEAR Limited Edition at Shooting Surplus. A collector’s dream with custom engraving and unmatched performance. Shop now!
Matt Gaetz as Attorney General: What It Means for the ATF & Second Amendment Rights
Discover what Matt Gaetz’s potential role as Attorney General could mean for the ATF and gun owners. Learn about his plans to reduce firearm regulations and protect Second Amendmen…
Knight's Armament PTR Suppressors: The Latest in Pressure Reduction Technology
Learn about Knight's Armament PTR series with Rand at Shooting Surplus. See how the new MCQ PRT suppressor reduces gas blowback while enhancing performance over the CQB model."
Heads are ROLLING at the ATF
The ATF just did a 180—and it’s the biggest move we’ve seen in years. The controversial Zero Tolerance policy that crushed mom-and-pop gun stores for paperwork errors? Gone. Fired.…
Guns & Gaddgets - BIG ATF CHanges
The ATF just lost one of its most influential and controversial leaders. Marvin Richardson, a 35-year veteran and the Deputy Director of the ATF, has been forced into retirement by…
GnG: SCOTUS sides with the ATF
the supreme court handed the ATF a huge win against the 2A community by saying what can or can't be regulated as a firearm