Defense Forbes: Some more of the story on “gun approval” Recoil Staff July 28, 2015 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 Forbes recently ran an interesting article where they partially dissect a previous story from The Hill. In it columnist Frank Miniter takes what is essentially a fairly terse and anemic report and goes into more detail. For instance, part of The Hill story reads, “…guns manufactured increased by 18 percent during the George W. Bush administration, while the Clinton administration actually saw a 9 percent reduction. But under President Obama, gun production has spiked 140 percent to 10.8 million firearms in 2013, the most recent year for which data is available.” Miniter explains further, “…that’s only part of the story. The often-unreported truth that bewilders the mainstream media can be seen in the way American’s view guns. In 1959 some 60 percent of the American public favored handgun bans, according to Gallup, whereas in October 2013, a total of 74 percent of U.S. citizens opposed handgun bans—only 25 percent wanted handguns banned. That’s more than a complete reversal in public opinion nationally.” This may not be news to the increasing number of us who are pro-gun — the Congressional Research Service says per capita, civilian gun stock has approximately doubled to one gun per person now (from one gun for every two persons nearly 50 years ago). The fastest growing demographic among gun owners is women (like Nicole “Ballistic Blonde” Macy, above) Read the rest of the original article, including Miniter's take on how contemporary culture affects gun ownership, right here. 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.
