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Minnesota Firearm News



The Legacy of the 1853 Pattern Tower Enfield Musket: A Reville Family Heirloom
For many, firearms are a controversial issue in the world today. While the purpose of this article is not to get into the controversies and misinformation surrounding guns, we do acknowledge they exist. The lost part about firearms is that their history is deeply connected to ours here in America. The manufacturing, designs, and engineering that goes into these weapons is truly amazing.

Austin Reville
Oct 21, 20255 min read


Discovering the Features and History of the Polish FB Radom VIS-35 Pistol
As a Kid I grew up watching Dr. Robert Ballard the marine geologist that found the Titanic and battleship Bismark. There was a moment in one of the documentaries he said when he finds a ship at the bottom of the ocean “…the guns are at the ready. Frozen locked in battle to this day…”. The world of firearms is no different.

Austin Reville
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Staff Spotlight: Meet Mitch, Busy Outdoors and at Shooting Ranges in Minnesota
At 2 If By Sea Tactical, there is a whole community that shares a passion for firearms, history, and the shooting ranges in Minnesota . We were recently able to sit down and chat with another staff member to discuss what he loves about the store, New Prague, and the great Minnesota outdoors. Meet Mitch -- The team from the ribbon cutting, 5/17/25 Work at the Shooting Range is a Family Affair Mitch is a newer staff member, but he's hardly new to firearms or New Prague. And he

Staff
Jul 10, 20253 min read


2 If By Sea Tactical: More Than Just Another Gun Range
At 2 If By Sea Tactical, we’re redefining what it means to be a gun range. Through expert-led training, inclusive events, and a deep commitment to education, we empower our community to approach firearms with confidence and responsibility. Whether you're a first-time shooter or a seasoned pro, you'll quickly see — this is more than you imagined.

Austin Reville
Jun 30, 20253 min read


Staff Spotlight: Meet Austin, Co-Owner of the Premier Gun Store in New Prague, MN
Nestled among plumbing businesses, home improvement contractors, bakeries, insurance, realtors, and all the other stores in New Prague, MN, is a new cornerstone in the Historic Mill: 2 If By Sea Tactical, gun shop and community hub. It takes a village to build a community. Join us each month to meet all the men and women who make this community possible. The team from the ribbon cutting, 5/17/25 There's no better place to start than where it all began: join us for a candid co

Staff
Jun 14, 20254 min read


Despite the Chill, New Prague Shows Up Big for 2 If By Sea Tactical’s Grand Opening
Cold weather didn’t stop the crowds—over 600 people showed up to celebrate the grand opening of 2 If By Sea Tactical’s new facility in New Prague. From live radio, local food, and community vibes to the debut of Freedom Hall, our cutting-edge indoor shooting range, this was more than an event—it was the start of something big.

Austin Reville
Jun 5, 20253 min read

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