Vera Koo holds the record for winning the most Bianchi Cup matches in the women’s division. She will be remembered for this feat, but even more importantly, she is remembered by her peers and other competitors as a gracious, giving person – as you will see in this compilation.

Virginia County Clerk of the Prince William Circuit Court, Jackie Smith, remains a champion for Project ChildSafe and improving gun safety. Find out more about the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Project ChildSafe’s resources and how they affect communities for the better.

Angie Perry describes what it was like to prep and take a concealed-carry class in her state. She chose the Ruger RXM in 9mm for the task and will be carrying it confidently now.

Starting next week on Monday, May 11, join us for weekly chances to win awesome prizes by sharing safety resources with your community during Project ChildSafe’s 2026 Friends & Family campaign.

Syren USA has built a wonderful team of female ambassadors throughout the years. Recently, it added three more amazing women to the ranks. Meet Lindsey Martin, Blayke Barlow and Aniston Hamil.

Our Babbs talks to Ginger Chandler, co-founder and CEO of the LNK9, a handgun released by LODESTAR Technology Inc. It’s a firearm for the personal defense market that personally authenticates with a PIN code and fingerprints. Find out more about this cutting edge technology.

Shelley Hill has received the newly released Heckler & Koch VP9CC, and can hardly wait to get out and live her lifestyle with it on her side. Given the fact that she already trains with and carries HK firearms, she knows that she’s getting a reliable personal defense firearm.

Gabby has allied herself with the NSSF and its multiple programs that serve a multi-pronged approach to curtailing firearms in the wrong hands. From protecting children and adults to systems and business, Gabby shines a light on some of the NSSF’s safety measures through this helpful video.

CCW Safe, a leader in self-defense legal coverage, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the inaugural Gun Empowerment and Adventure Recreation (GEAR) event.

After CCW Safe acquired the Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network, Inc., Former members of the ACLDN might have questions about renewals and how those will now work. Michelle Cerino breaks down the process of renewing with CCW Safe.

Syren’s pro-staff shotgunner, Kate Ahnstrom, gives tips on how to approach and shoot clay rabbits on a clays course.

Michelle Cerino gets a first look at the new Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 9mm PDW, a carbine in tungsten gray. Find out what she sees, and why she is looking forward to testing this one at the range soon.

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of the new SAINT® Victor 9mm PDW, designed to deliver rugged performance in an extremely compact yet hard-hitting package.

HK announces the latest addition to the VP9 line of polymer pistols, the VP9CC micro-compact.

Andrea Bogard walks you through the advantages of using two things: a Marlin 1895 lever-action rifle combined with .45-70 ammo. Find out why it’s a win-win for her.

Featuring an added retail value of more than $200, Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of the new SAINT® Gear Pac®.

Gen6 GLOCKs make running an optic easier. Avery Skipalis walks us through the steps to correctly install an optic on this platform.

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of the SA-35™ 4″ 9mm, offering a unique new addition to this incredibly popular line of semi-automatic pistols.

In this post, Cris Cunningham paints the picture of the CCW Safe CRT response to a member’s self defense incident.

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly announces the launch of its 250th Anniversary Series of firearms, commemorating the United States Semiquincentennial and celebrating the Company’s deep roots in American manufacturing.

The GLOCK Gen6 platform, with its optic-ready system, reflects a thoughtful approach to how modern shooters use their firearms. Avery Skipalis breaks down the details.

Fifteen women from across the country gathered at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) for A Girl & A Gun’s DRIFT Academy, a one-of-a-kind training experience designed to develop real-world skills, sharpen decision-making and build lasting confidence.

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the XD® Mod.4 OSP™ 9mm pistol, the newest generation of the platform that first set the standard for feature-rich striker-fired handguns.

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of its new Aimpoint® COA®-equipped line of pistols.

Syren pro-staffer Kate Ahnstrom is one of this country’s leading voices in the shotgun shooting instruction world. In this month’s post, Kate describes the biology of shooting and how your body, build, and mental interactions with clays and feathers impact your ability to connect with targets.

Angie Perry takes the Marlin Model 336 Trapper Series to West Virginia on her first bear hunt. Find out what happened and why this lever-action rifle worked so well when put to the test.

Lodestar Technology® introduces the LNK9 user-authorized 9mm platform. Designed to authorize access before operation while maintaining privacy, owner authority, and independent operation.

When a new shooter asks Michelle Cerino if she’ll be the one to train that person, Michelle asks pointed questions that help direct the journey and the outcome. Find out where you would wind up and why.

SHOT Show 2026 included the 7th annual Women of the Gun event. Find out who showed up and what happened.

On February 28, 2026, A Girl & A Gun celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking a milestone that reflects not only longevity, but lasting influence on the way women participate in the shooting sports and the way the industry engages them.

Barbara Baird reviews several posts at The WON that advocate for suppressor usage, and reminds us that without the $200 tax stamp cost, it’s a lot cheaper to purchase these tools that reduce noise, recoil and offer so many other benefits to shooting.