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The Holdover

Context, perspective, and commentary from the firearms world

“Just in Case”: Cold War Precision Meets SHOT Show 2026 Cool
You Can’t Put the NFA Cat Back in the Bag
SHOT Show 2026: The Excitement, the Noise, and Remembering What Really Matters
The Night Guard Returns: Two Long-Awaited Revolvers and a Caliber Choice Worth Talking About
HPA and SHORT Act Become Law
HPA and SHORT Changes (June 30, 2025)
An Honest Look at 8.6 Blackout
What’s the Deal With Pistol Braces?
SHOT Show 2022 Summary

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