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Minnesota Firearm News



Spooktacular Halloween Celebrations at 2 If By Sea Tactical
Here at 2 If By Sea Tactical we have a motto, “A Gun Shop How The Founders Intended”. This is more than just a saying to us, but what we strive to embody with every customer that comes through our doors. On special nights like Halloween, we try to ramp it up even more. We do this by bringing a special element of fun into our shooting experiences.

2 If By Sea Team
Nov 6, 20252 min read


Minnesota's Special Session on Gun Control Is It About to Happen?
The Founding Fathers understood what they were doing when they inserted the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution. They had just successfully led an armed rebellion over the largest and best trained military the World had ever seen to that point. They understood the implications, and dangers that such a stance would mean. However, they deemed the rewards and values of Freedom were greater than any risks.

Austin Reville
Oct 29, 20253 min read


The Remarkable Redemption Journey of the Walther P-38 Pistol from World War 2
Guns like the Walther P38 are one of those unique time capsules of history that come through our shop. A firearm that served on side of oppression during Hitler’s reign, and freedom during the Cold War. It is a story of conflict and redemption.

Austin Reville
Oct 25, 20253 min read


Bulletproof Belief: From Captivity to Confidence
I used to believe the lie that there was never enough time in the day.
It sounded harmless—just the normal talk of a busy entrepreneur and mom.
But underneath, it was something deeper… a slavery mindset.

Gina Marie
Oct 23, 20252 min read


Glock's 2025 Bombshell: What Surprised the Firearm Industry
Whether it is because of the financial burden of defending oneself in court. Or press hit pieces that follow; or outright bans in states via the Governmental Gatekeepers in their prospective states, Glock has opened up everyone to lawsuits. What may follow this decision could be dark for our industry and embolden those who want to see the 2nd Amendment erased entirely. We must remain vigilant and pray that Glock’s decision had actual meaning and is only a blip on the radar.

Austin Reville
Oct 22, 20255 min read


Exploring the Astra 400 Legacy in Spanish Firearms Design
Today, the Astra 400 is highly prized by collectors and firearm enthusiasts for its historical significance and mechanical reliability. It remains a symbol of Spanish engineering and a testament to the evolution of military handguns during the early 20th century.

Austin Reville
Oct 21, 20253 min read

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