This Week in Guns 7/22/2021 - Kindler, Gentler Disarmament, "Community Guns," & Broken Sanctuaries

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill discusses the state's pro-firearms environment and its appeal to the firearms industry. She emphasizes the fundamental nature of the Second Amendment as a right essential for democracy and freedom, and expresses concerns about judicial activism undermining constitutional principles.

Iraqveteran8888, an expert in firearms and related legislation, discusses the recent enactment of Constitutional Carry in Louisiana and South Carolina. The video details the specifics of these new laws, including age requirements and effective dates, while also highlighting the ongoing importance of carry permits for reciprocity and streamlined firearm purchases. The host expresses hope for a national trend towards Constitutional Carry.

This video discusses a controversial proposal potentially allowing the transfer of US-owned ammunition to Ukraine. It also covers recent legal developments in firearms, including oral arguments in Garland v. Cargill concerning gun rights, Louisiana's passage of permitless carry legislation, Washington state's ongoing gun control bill discussions, and a settlement by Polymer80 (P80) regarding ghost gun sales in Baltimore. The content appears to be a news and commentary piece on current events impacting gun owners.

The video discusses the potential for Louisiana to become the 28th state to adopt Constitutional Carry, a form of permitless firearm carry. It highlights Attorney General Jeff Landry's promise to pass such legislation if elected Governor, contrasting it with Governor Edwards' previous vetoes. The discussion also lists current Constitutional Carry states and touches on the role of self-defense insurance.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses the critical Supreme Court case, National Shooting Sports Foundation v. Letitia James, which challenges New York's attempt to circumvent the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). The case could fundamentally reshape the firearms industry and Second Amendment rights by determining if states can use public nuisance laws to bankrupt manufacturers. The discussion highlights the potential for widespread litigation if the Supreme Court does not uphold PLCAA's protections.

This video from CRPA TV discusses the historical context of Black Codes and their relevance to modern Second Amendment legal analysis, particularly in light of the Bruen decision. The speakers highlight how Black Codes were used to disarm freed slaves and question their applicability as a historical analog for gun bans. Expert analysis is provided on constitutional principles and historical legal precedents.

This video showcases the B&T BWC-9, a unique briefcase-style firearm, demonstrating its rapid deployment and compact form factor. It highlights the weapon's compatibility with Glock slides and barrels, its folding mechanism, and its potential for home defense or specialized carry. The content emphasizes the satirical and expert nature of the presentation by firearms attorney Matt Larosiere.

Othais, host of C&Rsenal and a recognized firearm expert, conducted an open carry experiment with a 1911 pistol in Condition 1 ('cocked and locked'). He observed that many 'Fudds' (older firearm enthusiasts) expressed concern about the hammer being back, indicating a lack of awareness regarding this common and safe carry method for 1911-style pistols. This experiment highlights a generational gap in firearm knowledge and public perception.

This short showcases a critical mechanical failure of the brand-new Daniel Defense H9 pistol at SHOT Show 2024, where the magazine base plate detached unexpectedly. The video highlights the immediate consequence of this failure, with the magazine spring and follower falling out. Despite the product issue, the video uses humor to comment on the situation.

Bill Wilson of Wilson Combat humorously warns against dropping the slide on an empty magazine, stating it's bad practice and jokingly equates it to a kitten's demise. The video showcases various 1911 models at the Wilson Combat booth during Shot Show 2024, highlighting proper firearm handling and etiquette.