Minnesota Firearm News

A legendary rifle long absent from the U.S. civilian market is finally making a comeback. At SHOT Show, SNT Defense announced plans to reintroduce the iconic Daewoo K2 rifle—now renamed the K2S—giving American shooters and collectors a rare opportunity to own a platform that has been largely unobtainable for decades. Made famous during the 1992 Los Angeles riots and later barred from importation under the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban, original K2 rifles became scarce and prohibit

At SHOT Show 2026, AS Designs showcased its latest Super Safety and FRT-style trigger innovations, highlighting new ARC trigger systems and expanded offerings for platforms including AR-15s, HK/MKE firearms, the PSA JAKL, and Sig Sauer MPX/MCX. Designed to safely and legally simulate the feel and speed of full-auto fire, AS Designs’ triggers continue to push the boundaries of shooting performance while offering enthusiasts a practical alternative to heavily restricted machine

At SHOT Show 2026, ZEV Technologies and Magpul unveiled one of the show’s most innovative firearms concepts: the FDP folding pistol/SBR system. Designed as a compact, deployable pistol-caliber platform, the FDP combines enhanced stability, rapid deployment, and discreet carry in a unique folding chassis.

U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has issued Secretary’s Order 3447, directing federal agencies to remove unnecessary barriers to hunting and fishing on public lands while encouraging expanded access consistent with conservation and safety goals. The order reaffirms the vital role hunters and anglers play in wildlife conservation, preserves the use of traditional lead ammunition, and signals a shift toward greater public-land access across more than 500 million federally ma

A divided Ninth Circuit panel has handed California gun owners a major post-Bruen victory, ruling that the state’s long-standing ban on open carry violates the Second Amendment. Siding with Siskiyou County resident Mark Baird, the court found that open carry is deeply rooted in the nation’s—and California’s—historical tradition of firearm regulation, and that the state’s modern prohibition traces not to public safety concerns but to politically and racially motivated laws lik

Senator Richard Blumenthal has introduced new legislation aimed at closing the so-called “Charleston Loophole,” a move that could dramatically alter the federal background check process for gun owners. While framed as a public safety measure, the proposal would eliminate the current three-day transfer rule under NICS, potentially leaving lawful purchasers stuck in indefinite limbo. Critics argue the bill punishes law-abiding citizens for government failures, setting the stage