Shooting USA TV will broadcast a great show today, 5/6/2026. Shooting USA’s Wednesday Night episode features the NRA World Shooting Championship (WSC) held last year (2025) at Camp Atterbury. This unique competition featured multiple disciplines shot with firearms supplied by sponsors. All of the guns were provided and when the match finished the stage firearms become prizes. There were also cash prize awards for the top Pro Class competitors. SEE NRA World Championship Program. NOTE: There will be no 2026 WSC “due to unforeseen circumstances”.
Shooting USA SHOW TIMES: This Shooting USA Episode airs Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern and Pacific; 8:00 PM Central on the Outdoor Channel. If you miss the regular broadcast, you can stream the show online on Vimeo for $0.99 per episode.
The 2025 NRA World Shooting Championship was held Sept. 30 – Oct. 4, 2025 at Camp Atterbury, Edinburgh, Indiana. Presented by Walther, this challenging event involved rifle, pistol, and shotgun shooting with a dozen disciplines — from short-range action pistol to long-range rifle.
The NRA World Shooting Championship
This championship is designed to test individuals through multiple different disciplines over a period of three days of shooting. Competitors compete in Professional and Amateur categories for cash and prizes of over $250,000. Walther and other sponsors supplied ALL firearms equipment and ammunition required for the 12 stages of competition.
To do well, competitors must be highly proficient in all shooting skills — rifle, pistol, shotgun, both rapid fire and precision, at multiple distances.
In 2025, the 12 stages were: Precision Standing Air Gun, Sporting Clays, NRA Precision Pistol, NRA Americas Rifle Challenge, FITASC, NRA ARC 2-Gun, PRS Rimfire, Biathlon, IDPA, SASS, PRS, and USPSA.
There were also six side matches with different disciplines: Steel Blast, TX .22 Bout, Back Country Steel, Sliders Away, Walther Experience, and NRA ARC Lvl 1. Lastly was the Mystery Team Shoot.
Today is May 5, aka “Cinco De Mayo”. This day is celebrated as a notable day in Mexican history when Mexican forces scored a major victory over French military forces. To help celebrate Cinco De Mayo in 2026, Midsouth Shooters is running a major sale on Aguila ammunition components, many of which were manufactured in Mexico.
The sale includes rimfire ammo, centerfire rifle and pistol ammo, shotgun ammunition and primers. Here are some of the dozens of Aguila items on sale this week:
Rifle ammo on sale includes: .22 LR, .223 Rem, 6.5 Creedmoor, .30 Carbine, 7.62×51 (.308 Win)
Pistol ammo on sale includes: .22 LR, .32 Auto, .32 S&W, 9mm Luger, .38 Super, .38 SPL, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 ACP, .45 Colt
Cinco De Mayo History Cinco de Mayo, observed on May 5th, commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, outnumbered Mexican troops defeated a superior European army, providing a major morale boost. The History of War notes: “On this day in 1862, a small force of locals – many of whom were ill-equipped and not trained soldiers – fought back against thousands of French troops at Puebla, a small town in central Mexico. The battle lasted all day and resulted in a victory for the Mexicans after the French army retreated.”
While not a federal holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a widespread celebration of Mexican culture, heritage, and identity. Often mistaken for Mexican Independence Day (September 16), Cinco de Mayo (as a day of celebration) gained prominence in the U.S. during the 1960s and 70s.
We Buy Guns, an online gun purchasing service run by an Indiana FFL, has expanded its operations with a new dedicated warehouse facility to support continued growth in online firearm resale activity. We Buy Guns currently generates more than 1,500 purchase offers per month through its online platform. To learn more about the We Buy Guns operation and its nationwide firearm purchasing platform, visit www.WeBuyGuns.com.
About We Buy Guns: We Buy Guns is a national online platform dedicated to the simplified, legal, and secure purchase of firearms from individuals. Operating in all 50 states, the company prioritizes federal compliance and seller convenience, providing a streamlined alternative to traditional gun store trade-ins and private sales.
The company reports purchasing more than 11,000 firearms from sellers across all 50 states, with over $5.25 million paid out to individuals, collectors, and estates. Transactions have originated from more than 4,600 municipalities nationwide, reflecting broad adoption of digital-first firearm resale. The expansion increases processing capacity as demand continues to shift away from private-party sales and toward licensed, compliance-driven solutions without friction.
“We’re seeing consistent growth from people looking for a more straightforward way to sell firearms,” said Chris Wing, Owner of We Buy Guns. “This expansion allows us to improve turnaround times while maintaining a high level of operational control.”
Review of We Buy Guns
There is a review of WeBuyGuns.com on the PewPewTactical.com website. Here are some highlights:
Webuyguns.com [works through] a federally licensed firearms dealer located in Indiana. They are Marksman Shooting Sports, LLC, an established brick-and-mortar firearms dealer operating since 2013. Selling through them means you’re covered under their license, providing you with the same reassurances as if you were conducting a transaction in a physical store.
Webuyguns.com have worked with thousands of customers from hundreds of cities around the country – 650 locations to be exact.
In conclusion, if you’re considering selling a firearm and appreciate a modern, hassle-free approach, Webuyguns.com is a reliable option to explore. This platform simplifies the process, eliminating the need for traditional in-person methods[.]
Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Provides $10 Million Challenge Grant for WSSC
The Board of Directors of the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has approved a $10 million challenge grant for development of the new Wyoming State Shooting Complex (WSSC) in Cody, Wyoming. This marks a major milestone in the CMP’s strategic “Western Expansion”, establishing a permanent footprint to serve marksmanship enthusiasts west of the Mississippi River.
The new WSSC is now under development on 2,000 acres of state-contributed land located just seven miles south of downtown Cody. Positioned near Yellowstone National Park, the complex will become a premiere shooting sports destination, with purpose-built venues for elite competitors, recreational shooters, and youth programs.
The $10 million grant is structured as a matching initiative for three years. Under the agreement, the CMP will match new private and industry WSSC donations dollar-for-dollar, up to $10 million total.
Construction Is Underway with State Governmental Approval
The WSSC project has earned full support from the Wyoming Legislature and Governor, and it is governed by a Joint Powers Board representing city and county leadership. Construction is already underway, with core infrastructure and internal roads currently being established.
“Cody, Wyoming, is a great choice for Western expansion,” CMP Board Member and Wyoming resident Ed Newell noted following a site visit. The [WSSC] offers a unique opportunity for a high-impact partnership consistent with CMP’s mission to promote youth programs, marksmanship and firearms safety.
Above, U.S. Senator Barrasso shows the WSSC event center, which will include a retail area, classroom, kitchen, and a multi-purpose conference hall that can also be used for indoor archery and air gun.
The WSSC is designed to be a world-class destination for shooting sports. Its mission is to inspire youth participation, promote responsible firearm use, and serve as a catalyst for economic growth and outdoor recreation in the State of Wyoming and our nation.
Beyond the financial contribution, the CMP partnership includes key collaborative elements:
Expert Range Design: The CMP will provide technical input on range design to ensure the facility can host the organization’s signature matches and national-level competitions.
On-Site CMP Store: There’s a plan for the WSSC clubhouse to feature a CMP Store which would provide visitors with access to historic American firearms.
Nearby Buffalo Bill Museum: The WSSC’s proximity to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, which houses over 7,000 firearms, will create a unique “view it, learn it, then buy it” experience for the more than one million tourists who visit the area annually.
This 608-page resource covers rifles, shotguns, handguns, muzzleloaders, airguns, optics and more. We like the print edition, but there is also a Kindle eBook version for just $23.99 on Amazon. Both paperback and Kindle versions provide hundreds of photos plus new product roundups, in-depth product tests, and scores of articles and stories.
There are dozens of photo-illustrated feature articles. Among the notable stories are a guide to .300 caliber magnum cartridges, a feature on “Retro” AR rifles, evolution of the Ruger American Rifle, CZ 75 (Past/Present/Future), new Drone Killer guns, and multiple field tests on centerfire and rimfire rifles.
Gun Digest 2026 Editor-in-Chief Phil Massaro has assembled a team of respected industry authors for the 2026 book, including Craig Boddington, Bob Campbell, Joe Coogan, Mike Dickerson, Bill Gabbard, Nick Hahn, Ron Spomer, Patrick Sweeney, Col. Townsend Wehlen, Wayne van Zwoll, and many more.
Gun Digest 2026 (80th Ed.) covers hunting, personal defense, target shooting, gunsmithing, and collecting. There are Updated Ballistics Tables, and the catalog section shows off the newest offerings in rifles, handguns, shotguns, muzzleloaders and air rifles. The new 80th Edition has a vast collection of gun histories, in-depth reviews, and new product roundups. In addition to this, the Gun Digest 2026 book includes gun and optics field tests in the Testfire section, plus a guide to buying optics and ammunition. Reports from the Field (see below) cover the newest firearms and accessories.
A very large segment of the books catalogs hundreds of firearms currently offered for sale — rifles (centerfire/rimfire/black powder), pistols, shotguns, and airguns. There are also Ballistics Tables for centerfire rifle cartridges, pistol cartrdiges, and rimfire cartridges. Here is a summary of feature articles in this 608-page book:
Gun Digest 2026 Annual Feature Articles
Retro AR Rifles Are In! — BY PATRICK SWEENEY
A Custom Revolver Experience — BY SHANE JAHN
My Parkwest Arms SD-10 Dream Rifle — BY RON SPOMER
The 300 Magnums — BY PHIL MASSARO
The Evolution of the Ruger American Rifle — BY MIKE DICKERSON
Custom & Engraved Guns — BY THE AMERICAN CUSTOM GUNMAKER’S GUILD
All About the 7mm Backcountry — BY WILL BRANTLEY
Ruark’s Rifles—Part I — BY JOE COOGAN
The Guns of Famous Sports Figures — BY ALAN CLEMONS
Nagant Model 1895 Revolver — BY GEORGE LAYMAN
Big Nan — BY PHIL SHOEMAKER
Thompson/Center Arms: A Legacy Revitalized — BY BRAD FENSON
Drone Killers — BY L.P. BREZNY
The O’Connor Letters — BY LARRY L. WEISHUHN
CZ 75—Past, Present, Future — BY ALEXANDER CASTIGLIONE
Tracking Guns — BY RANDY FLANNERY
Stack-Barrel 28—The Ultimate Shotgun — BY TERRY WIELAND
Tailor-Made — BY ANDREA BOGARD
The Non-Dangerous Double Rifle — BY CRAIG BODDINGTON
A Holster a Day — BY TRENT MARSH
Colonel Colt’s Roster of Rogues — BY WAYNE VAN ZWOLL
Suppressor Primer — BY FRANK MELLONI
My Single-Shot Rifles — BY COL. TOWNSEND WHELEN
One Is Never Enough — BY RICK HACKER
From Mice to Moose: Freedom Arms Revolvers — BY DICK WILLIAMS
TESTFIRE
Mossberg International Silver Reserve Eventide HS12 Shotgun — BY PHIL MASSARO
Smith & Wesson’s All-Around Lever-Action — BY BOB CAMPBELL
The Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 — BY PHIL MASSARO
Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro Comp — BY ROBERT SADOWSKI
ONE GOOD GUN
The Heart of a 99 — BY KRISTIN ALBERTS
The Browning “3 Shot” Sweet Sixteen — BY NICK HAHN
The Legendary 7mm Mauser Still Works — BY JIM HOUSE
The 370 Sako Magnum — BY STEVE GASH
Other Good Books from Gun Digest Media
Gun Digest Media produces numerous other quality books for rifle, pistol, and shotgun owners. Here are four books we recommend. These are offered in both paperback and eBook versions:
Our Friend (and int’l champion) Brandon Green reminded us on Facebook about a program to support the United States National Rifle Team (USNRT) youth squad, the Young Eagles.
Brandon posted: “I just wanted to share an opportunity for you guys to help our Young Eagles rifle team in preparation for the 2028 World Long Range Championships. This team is comprised of shooters under the age of 25 and will compete for the U25 championship in Bisley, England. They will be traveling over in 2027 for the Imperial meeting and again in 2028 for the Imperial and the Worlds. Anything you guys can do will be truly appreciated and the MidwayUSA Foundation will match donations!”
CLICK HERE to go to the webpage set up for donations to the USNRT Young Eagles program. You can also donate to the Young Eagles team using the QR Code Shown below. NOTE: Today through April 30, 2026, the MidwayUSA Foundation will match (dollar for dollar) all private donations for the Young Eagles.
About the USNRT Young Eagles
The USNRT (United States National Rifle Team) Young Eagles is a junior shooting program for athletes aged 25 and under, focusing on fullbore and long-range rifle disciplines. This elite team competes internationally, developing young talent in under-19, under-21, and under-25 categories. The team enjoyed notable success at the 2024 World Championships in South Africa.
Key Aspects of the USNRT Young Eagles Program:
Purpose: To represent the USA in international, high-level, fullbore, and long-range rifle competitions.
Disciplines: Participants compete in matches involving, or similar to, the Palma match format, shooting at ranges from 300 to 1000 yards.
Structure: As part of the USNRT, the Young Eagles program serves as a development pathway for younger shooters to gain international experience.
Competition Levels: The program includes under-25, under-21, and sometimes under-19 divisions.
Achievements: The Young Eagles have achieved great results, with podium finishes at the 2024 World Long Range Championships in South Africa, and 2nd place in the Under-25 World Team Championship.
Women are becoming an increasing percentage of firearms owners. Gun ownership is no longer male-dominated. One study suggests that, in recent years, nearly half of all new gun sales have been to women. In addition, it is estimated that women now represent 42% of American gun owners, and that number increases with every passing year.
Gun journalist Dan Wos of The Loaded Mic podcast channel has made interesting observations about the increase in gun ownership by ladies. Citing a series of studies, Wos observed that women in the USA are now buying nearly half of all new firearms. Many of these ladies are first-time gun owners who are motivated by a desire for self-protection.
On Ammoland.com, Dan Wos has an article “Don’t Believe the Spin: Women are Empowering the 2nd Amendment”. Here are highlights:
Let’s look at the actual numbers. In 2021 a Harvard University study found that nearly half of all gun purchases between 2019 and 2021 were by women. 42% of gun owners in America are women (a 14% rise over the previous five years.) The total number of women who became gun owners during that two-year period is almost 3.5 million.
In an article by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, it was said that “women accounted for about half of all gun purchases between 2019 and 2021, and that new gun owners are more likely to be female.” This [indicates] the trends in firearm purchases moving forward.
Not surprisingly, the largest spike in gun sales occurred during and shortly after the violent left-wing riots in several cities across America in 2020. According to a survey conducted by Professor Matt Miller at Northeastern University, between January 2020 and April 2021, gun purchases rose from 13.8 million to 16.6 million. Almost 50% being women and approximately 5.4 million brought [firearms] into homes that had not previously had them.
About Dan Wos and The Loaded Mic
The Loaded Mic is a one-hour, weekly web show hosted by Second Amendment Advocate, author and commentator Dan Wos. Dan became a popular and respected voice in the gun rights community after the release of his book Good Gun Bad Guy, now a three-book series. You can access full episodes in video format on The Loaded Mic’s Rumble Video Channel.
Today, April 22, 2026, Shooting USA TV will feature products from the 2026 SHOT Show event. The Shooting USA team were in Las Vegas for the annual Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) event held in late January. New products in all categories — guns, optics, ammo, hunting gear, reloading equipment and more — were on display at this major annual trade show.
Shooting USA SHOW TIMES: This Shooting USA Episode airs Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern and Pacific; 8:00 PM Central on the Outdoor Channel. If you miss the regular broadcast, you can stream the show online on Vimeo for $0.99 per episode. Or you can get unlimited streaming for $2.99 per month on Vimeo. There are also many videos available on Shooting USA’s YouTube Channel.
SHOT Show 2026 Highlights
SHOT Show 2026 featured impressive new offerings from hundreds of manufacturers. To learn more about new-for-2026 products, check out the SHOT Show Blog which had these recent features:
SHOT Show is one of the biggest trade shows of the year among ALL industries. This year there were thousands of exhibitors spread out over two exhibit halls the combined size of 14 football fields (19 acres)! This is the 9th largest trade show in the USA, promoting an industry that supports over 380,000 jobs and generates over $26 billion in wages.
Savage Revamps Multiple Rifle Models
As displayed at SHOT Show 2026, Savage Arms has updated its rifle line-up, including the Savage 110, signaling a major refresh across multiple platforms. While specifics are still limited, these changes point toward improved features and modern refinements throughout the lineup. This video features GunsAmerica Media Editor True Pearce, who recently tested many new firearms at Industry Day at the Range.
Century Arms ATA ALR — Affordable Precision Rifle
At SHOT Show, Century Arms showcased the new ATA ALR Tactical Rifle. Chambered in .308 Win or 6.5 Creedmoor, this modular rifle comes complete with adjustable aluminum chassis and muzzle brake. This could be a good starter rifle for PRS/NRL competition that does double duty as a hunting rig. And the ATA ALR is just $1099.99. That’s a great deal — you can pay that much just for an aftermarket chassis system.
Smith & Wesson New Metal-Frame Handguns
Smith & Wesson showcased many impressive new handguns at this year’s SHOT Show. This video covers some very impressive S&W handguns that feature aluminum and steel frames. The first pistol is the S&W SPEC VI with aluminum frame, ported barrel, and pre-installed Aimport optic. Next the reviewer covers the impressive steel-framed HD series pistols — both standard and competitor models. With good ergonomics and triggers, these are great for action pistol games.
NEW Nightforce NX6 Scope Family for 2026
Nightforce’s new NX6 riflescopes offer lightweight configurations with an impressive 6X magnification range across the series. NX6 options include: NX6 1-6x24mm, 2-12x42mm, 3-18x50mm, 4-24x50mm, and 5-30x56mm. NX6 scopes are designed for wide field of view and good clarity. The FieldSet turret system provides great repeatability and tracking while offering ease of use and configurability, allowing shooters to convert from capped to exposed dials and custom Bullet Drop Compensating (BDC) dials.
At the request of our readers, we provide select “Deals of the Week”. Every Sunday afternoon or Monday morning we offer our Best Bargain selections. Here are some of the best deals on firearms, hardware, reloading components, optics, and shooting accessories. Be aware that sale prices are subject to change, and once clearance inventory is sold, it’s gone for good. You snooze you lose.
NOTE: All listed products are for sale to persons 18 years of age or older. No products are intended for use by minors.
MidwayUSA — Demo and Refurbished Premium Optics SALE
⏺️ » Great Swarovski, Kahles, Steiner, and Pulsar products — huge discounts
Have you always wanted a top-of-the-line, prestigious European optic but couldn’t afford the high price? Well here’s your chance to get a superb scope, spotting scope, rangefinder or binoculars at huge discounts with the Demo & Refurbished Optics Sale at MidwayUSA. Top featured brands include Swarovski, Kahles, Steiner, and Pulsar. Choose a riflescope, thermal scope, spotting scope, rangefinder binoculars, or standard binoculars — there are superb products on sale now with prices up to 54% off.
Graf & Sons — Primers In Stock and On Sale
⏺️ » Major savings on popular CCI primers, plus other primer brands
There’s a great Primer Sale this week at Grafs.com. You’ll find a large selection of quality CCI rifle and pistol primers on sale. In addition other primer brands are offered at significant discounts. This is a great chance to pick up cases of 5000 for a little as $261.99 — equivalent to just $52.40/1000.
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NSSF, the Firearm Industry Trade Association, has named U.S. Rep. Ben Cline (R-Va.) as the 2025 NSSF Legislator of the Year for his strong support of NSSF-priority legislation that defends the firearm industry, safeguards citizens’ Second Amendment, and protects hunting and recreational target shooting. Along with being named 2025 Legislator of the year, Congressman Cline earned an “A+” on NSSF’s 2024 Congressional Report Card with a 100 percent voting and co-sponsorship record for NSSF priority legislation.
“We are honored to present Congressman Ben Cline with the 2025 NSSF Legislator of the Year Award for his unwavering leadership on Capitol Hill to protect the firearm and ammunition industry,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior V.P. and General Counsel. “The list of legislative achievements by Congressman Cline to support the firearm industry is remarkable. Representative Cline has been a leader in reducing hurdles to lawful firearm ownership, including zeroing out the tax stamp fee for suppressors, short-barrel rifles and short-barrel shotguns in the One Big Beautiful Bill and preventing a politically-driven government shutdown to stymie the firearm industry from enabling Americans to lawfully purchase suppressors. Our industry… is deeply grateful for Congressman Cline’s fierce determination to protect our industry that makes the exercise of the Second Amendment possible for all Americans.”
Congressman Cline has been a leader with the Hearing Protection Act (H.R. 404), and has promoted the NSSF-supported Protecting Americans’ Right to Silence (PARTS) Act. Rep. Cline also served a key role in securing the historic win in the One Big Beautiful Bill zeroing out the NFA tax, which has resulted in tens of thousands of new suppressor applicants. When the government was experiencing the longest shutdown in U.S. history, Congressman Cline also championed NSSF-supported legislation — the Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act — to ensure citizen gun purchase abilities. He also led 29 of his colleagues in sending a letter to Bureau Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) urging it to continue processing National Firearms Act (NFA) forms during the shutdown.
Congressman Cline is supporting the following NSSF-supported Congressional bills:
H.R. 404, Hearing Protection Act (Lead sponsor)
H.R. 987, Fair Access to Banking Act
H.R. 1181, Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act
H.R. 1041, Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act
H.R. 45, Firearm Industry Nondiscrimination (FIND) Act
H.R. 556, Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act
H.R. 631, Protecting Americans’ Right to Silence (PARTS) Act
H.R. 1773, Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Protection Act
H.R. 38, Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
H.R. 5874, Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act
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