At The Range – Semi Automatic Pistol Basics
Last updated: September 11, 2026 · Originally published December 9, 2021
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2A & gun-law glossary
| 2026 at a glance | |
|---|---|
| NFA tax stamp | $0 |
| Permitless carry | 29 states |
| Suppressors legal | 42 states |
50+ NFA, carry and gun-law terms in plain English, updated for 2026.
Open the glossary → NetworkGun & gear glossary
| Term | Category |
|---|---|
| Striker-fired | Action |
| MOA | Optics |
| Twist rate | Ballistics |
30 gun, ammo and optics terms, from Guns & Gadgets Daily.
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