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As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the most read articles based on site traffic that captivated, informed, entertained or even pissed off readers of The Truth About Guns<\/em>. Here are the Top 10 most-read stories of the year (and yeah, I don\u2019t totally get some of them either, but this is how the site traffic shook out for the year):<\/p>\n 10. Is .357 Magnum Good for Self-Defense?<\/a><\/strong> 9. SCOTUS Sets Conference Date for the Snope v. Brown<\/em> Assault Weapon Ban Case<\/a><\/strong> 8. Gun Review: The KelTec Sub2000 Gen3 9mm Carbine<\/a><\/strong> 7. Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan .454 Casull\/.45 Colt Revolver<\/a><\/strong> 6. Ruger Mark IV 22\/45 Tactical \u2013 Review<\/a><\/strong> 5. Still Baffling: AR-15 Provides Homeowners with Unfair Advantage Over Intruders<\/a><\/strong> 4. Gun Review: Taurus GX4 \u2013 Affordable and Reliable<\/a><\/strong> 3. Minnesota Update: Eighth Circuit Court Strikes Down Minnesota\u2019s Firearm Carry Age Restrictions<\/a><\/strong> 2. Lever Action Ballistics: .30-30 vs. .357 Magnum<\/a><\/strong>
Author: Scott Witner<\/em>
Published on November 24, 2024, this article delves into the effectiveness of the .357 Magnum cartridge for personal protection, analyzing its history, stopping power and suitability for self-defense scenarios.<\/p>\n
Author: Darwin Nercesian<\/em>
Dated December 9, 2024, this straightforward news piece informs readers about the U.S. Supreme Court\u2019s scheduled conference to consider hearing a case challenging Maryland\u2019s assault weapon ban, highlighting its potential implications for firearm legislation nationwide and possibly affecting tens of thousands of AR owners.<\/p>\n
Author: Michael Irwin Collins<\/em>
On April 12, 2024, Collins provides an in-depth review of the KelTec Sub2000 Gen3, evaluating its features, performance and practicality as a 9mm carbine for home defense and recreational shooting.<\/p>\n
Author: Josh Wayner<\/em>
This is an older story originally published on March 21, 2023, that continued to attract search traffic to the site throughout the following year. This review looks at the Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan revolver, discussing its design, handling and suitability for use in rugged environments and stopping everything from cabin-door smashing home invaders to irate grizzly bears looking to make you its next meal.<\/p>\n
Author: Jens \u201cRex Nanorum\u201d Hammer<\/em>
Published August 4, 2024, Hammer reviews the Ruger Mark IV 22\/45 Tactical, assessing its ergonomics, accuracy and overall performance as a .22 LR-chambered plinker, because .22-caliber tactical guns are just simply: FUN.<\/p>\n
Author: John Boch<\/em>
This article was just published last week and the statements made by the gentlemen in this defenisve shooting that took place in 2017, still resonates with a stupidity that has spanned the years and continues to drive traffic as readers scratch their heads and ask, \u201cWTF?\u201d <\/p>\n
Author: Dick Jones<\/em>
This review evaluates the Taurus GX4, focusing on its affordability, reliability and features as a compact 9mm handgun suitable for concealed carry. Some people read this because they love Taurus as a value-priced gun, some people no doubt read it because they aren\u2019t a Taurus fan. Taurus, it\u2019s like the Nickelback of guns, some people want to tear them down, yet the manufacturer continues to draw fans and purchases in respectable numbers every day and righfully so.<\/p>\n
Author: TTAG Contributor<\/em>
This straightforward news piece put together by TTAG staff and so vanilla nobody felt the need to put their name on it as the \u201ccontributor\u201d reports on the Eighth Circuit Court\u2019s decision to invalidate Minnesota\u2019s age restrictions on firearm carry.<\/p>\n
Author: Chris Dumm<\/em>
In a reprint from an earlier article that was popular when first run and then run again in late December of last year, Dumm compares the ballistics of .30-30 and .357 Magnum cartridges in lever-action rifles, providing insights for hunters, lever-action fans and anyone who is a Rip Wheeler wannabe dreaming of taking that special someone to the train station on Yellowstone.<\/p>\n
![<\/a><\/div>\nAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the most read articles based on site traffic that captivated, informed, entertained or even pissed off readers of The Truth About Guns<\/em>. Here are the Top 10 most-read stories of the year (and yeah, I don\u2019t totally get some of them either, but this is how the site traffic shook out for the year):<\/p>\n10. Is .357 Magnum Good for Self-Defense?<\/a><\/strong>Author: Scott Witner<\/em>Published on November 24, 2024, this article delves into the effectiveness of the .357 Magnum cartridge for personal protection, analyzing its history, stopping power and suitability for self-defense scenarios.<\/p>\n9. SCOTUS Sets Conference Date for the Snope v. Brown<\/em> Assault Weapon Ban Case<\/a><\/strong>Author: Darwin Nercesian<\/em>Dated December 9, 2024, this straightforward news piece informs readers about the U.S. Supreme Court\u2019s scheduled conference to consider hearing a case challenging Maryland\u2019s assault weapon ban, highlighting its potential implications for firearm legislation nationwide and possibly affecting tens of thousands of AR owners.<\/p>\n8. Gun Review: The KelTec Sub2000 Gen3 9mm Carbine<\/a><\/strong>Author: Michael Irwin Collins<\/em>On April 12, 2024, Collins provides an in-depth review of the KelTec Sub2000 Gen3, evaluating its features, performance and practicality as a 9mm carbine for home defense and recreational shooting.<\/p>\n7. Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan .454 Casull\/.45 Colt Revolver<\/a><\/strong>Author: Josh Wayner<\/em>This is an older story originally published on March 21, 2023, that continued to attract search traffic to the site throughout the following year. This review looks at the Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan revolver, discussing its design, handling and suitability for use in rugged environments and stopping everything from cabin-door smashing home invaders to irate grizzly bears looking to make you its next meal.<\/p>\n6. Ruger Mark IV 22\/45 Tactical \u2013 Review<\/a><\/strong>Author: Jens \u201cRex Nanorum\u201d Hammer<\/em>Published August 4, 2024, Hammer reviews the Ruger Mark IV 22\/45 Tactical, assessing its ergonomics, accuracy and overall performance as a .22 LR-chambered plinker, because .22-caliber tactical guns are just simply: FUN.<\/p>\n5. Still Baffling: AR-15 Provides Homeowners with Unfair Advantage Over Intruders<\/a><\/strong>Author: John Boch<\/em>This article was just published last week and the statements made by the gentlemen in this defenisve shooting that took place in 2017, still resonates with a stupidity that has spanned the years and continues to drive traffic as readers scratch their heads and ask, \u201cWTF?\u201d <\/p>\n4. Gun Review: Taurus GX4 \u2013 Affordable and Reliable<\/a><\/strong>Author: Dick Jones<\/em>This review evaluates the Taurus GX4, focusing on its affordability, reliability and features as a compact 9mm handgun suitable for concealed carry. Some people read this because they love Taurus as a value-priced gun, some people no doubt read it because they aren\u2019t a Taurus fan. Taurus, it\u2019s like the Nickelback of guns, some people want to tear them down, yet the manufacturer continues to draw fans and purchases in respectable numbers every day and righfully so.<\/p>\n3. Minnesota Update: Eighth Circuit Court Strikes Down Minnesota\u2019s Firearm Carry Age Restrictions<\/a><\/strong>Author: TTAG Contributor<\/em>This straightforward news piece put together by TTAG staff and so vanilla nobody felt the need to put their name on it as the \u201ccontributor\u201d reports on the Eighth Circuit Court\u2019s decision to invalidate Minnesota\u2019s age restrictions on firearm carry.<\/p>\n2. Lever Action Ballistics: .30-30 vs. .357 Magnum<\/a><\/strong>Author: Chris Dumm<\/em>In a reprint from an earlier article that was popular when first run and then run again in late December of last year, Dumm compares the ballistics of .30-30 and .357 Magnum cartridges in lever-action rifles, providing insights for hunters, lever-action fans and anyone who is a Rip Wheeler wannabe dreaming of taking that special someone to the train station on Yellowstone.<\/p>\n1. NRA, SAF File Brief in Case Concerning Carry Across State Lines<\/a><\/strong>Author: Mark Chesnut<\/em>Published in August, this news piece covers the NRA and Second Amendment Foundation\u2019s legal brief addressing the complexities and legal challenges faced by gun owners carrying firearms across state lines. Courts, legal briefs, lawyers\u2026on the surface it would seem so boring how could it be the top read article in 2024? But then, it is an issue that could have ramifications for anyone who carries and travels across state lines.<\/p>\nSo there you have it, 2024\u2019s top read articles. Can\u2019t wait to see what 2025 brings. It should be a big year in the gun world. Happy New Year everyone!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\nSource link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the most read articles based on site traffic that captivated, informed, entertained or even pissed off readers of The Truth About Guns. 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