Michael Bane
Michael Bane defies stereotypes. He has leveraged a career as a journalist, author, professional adventurer and acknowledged expert on firearms into some of the most innovative — and successful — shooting sports programming in the world.
More Home Runs From SHOT 2025!
This week Michael digs deep for some more of his choices from this year’s SHOT Show, including a spectacular S&W revolver from Lipsey’s. Also, an important message on the NRA Board of Directors election from Buz Mills at GUNSITE …now is the time to VOTE!
The Controversial Concepts of Off-Body Carry
This week, after the obligatory blistering blast at the Colorado Legislature, Michael discusses a subject he has focused on for many years — off-body carry. Having a gun in a holster on your person has many advantages, but sometimes it is just not possible.
SHOT Madness Continues!
Our second show of coverage of SHOT 2025, where Michael goes searching for “home runs” and maybe some sense of what we’ll be spending our money on in 2025!
The AR-15 as a Home Defense Weapon? Why Not, With Caveats
A recent survey showed that one-third of the buyers of modern sporting rifles were buying them for home and self-defense. Here are some thoughts on the best way to make use of the venerable AR-15 in the home. Also, first look at the newest generation of RIA STK 9mms.
NRA’s AR-15 Competition and It’s Time to Vote!
The NRA Board of Directors ballots are now out in NRA publications, and if you want a new NRA, you need to vote! Here’s our list of candidates committed to change. Also, the NRA revives the America’s Challenge competitions, a fun way to get better with your AR.
Inside SHOT Media Day!
Every Media Day we take a list of what people have asked to see, and do our best to shoot all those guns, in spite of the desert’s sandblasting wind! Here’s a look at some of the home runs.
SHOT 2025: What We Saw…and Liked!
SHOT 2025 is in the books, and —so far — no Dreaded SHOT Crud! This week, Michael takes a looks at the macro trends shaping the industry. We also take our first look at some of the products that stood out.
SHOT Here We Come!
This week a quick preview of what the 2025 SHOT SHOW is shaping up to be. After last year’s Year of the Lever Gun, what will 2025 be the “Year Of?”
The Queen of the .44 Magnum Lever Actions
Lever guns are intrinsically beautiful and surprisingly nimble in the field. Michael has aways been a fan of the .44 Magnum in a lever gun, but the Taylor’s & Co. 1873 .44 Magnum brings it to a new level!
Getting Ready for SHOT 2025!
Michael frantically gets ready for the big show in Vegas, but first has to deliver a mea culpa on the Federal 7mm Backcountry. Plus, restoring an old Siamese Mauser 45-70.