Trump’s 50% Tariff Threat: Impact on Imported Firearm Prices
President Donald Trump’s recent threat of a 50% tariff on imports, particularly targeting the European Union, could significantly affect the U.S. firearms market. As of May 23, 2025, this proposed tariff, set to potentially begin June 1, aims to address trade imbalances but may hit gun owners hard.
Imported firearms from countries like Austria (Glock), Italy (Beretta), Bulgaria (Arsenal) and Germany (Heckler & Koch) face a potential 50% price hike, up from a previous 20% tariff. This could add hundreds of dollars to the cost of popular handguns and rifles. For example, a $500 imported pistol could jump to $750 or more, pricing out budget-conscious buyers. Accessories like optics, often sourced from China (facing a 104% tariff), could also see steep increases, further straining enthusiasts’ wallets.
The big question that I have as an AK shooter is should I buy another one now or wait and see where the cards fall?
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Inside FAIR: Why Arsenal Inc. Supports the Trade Group That Keeps Our Industry on Track
If you work in the firearms and ammunition industry—especially in the import/export space—you’ve probably heard of the FAIR Trade Group. And if you haven’t, now’s the time to pay attention.
FAIR (Firearms and Ammunition Import/Export Roundtable) has quietly, steadily been one of the most important organizations protecting the rights and business operations of companies like ours. Since the 1990s, they’ve worked hand-in-hand with federal agencies—including ATF, CBP, and the State Department—to simplify and clarify regulations, reduce red tape, and give our industry a voice in how we’re governed.
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The Clock is Ticking: Why Imported Rifles Deserve Your Attention Now
If you’re a firearms enthusiast or collector, you’ve likely noticed the buzz around imported firearms lately. With tariffs making headlines and driving a wave of interest in pre-tariff stock, it’s no surprise that people are snapping up imported guns before prices climb. While Polish and Bulgarian imports like WBP and Arsenal products are stealing some of the spotlight, other standout [Read more…] about The Clock is Ticking: Why Imported Rifles Deserve Your Attention Now
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Aviation Accidents Becoming the Norm; Why?
Another week, another aviation accident.
Over the past two months, at least four ‘accidents’ occurred in North America with casualties and tragic loss of life. These anomalies have led some to ask if something far more sinister is in play than mere acts of God. [Read more…] about Aviation Accidents Becoming the Norm; Why?
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Gaza: The U.S. to Take Control?
In a bold if not divisive press conference earlier this week, President Trump proposed the notion of the U.S. taking control of Gaza and displacing more than two million Palestinians who call it home.
The President was unflinching and frank about developing Gaza into a resort-packed oasis that the world could enjoy. Consequently, the outcry from numerous world leaders and the general public was swift and condemning. [Read more…] about Gaza: The U.S. to Take Control?
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President Trump’s Inauguration
In a watershed moment for the United States, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President earlier this week. The business tycoon-turned-politician wasted no time and signed dozens of executive orders hours after his inauguration. [Read more…] about President Trump’s Inauguration
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Wildfires in Los Angeles and what the legacy media isn’t reporting
Los Angeles, California – Apocalyptic images and videos of L.A. smothered by unprecedented wildfires have many questioning how this happened and why the city’s response was nothing short of abysmal. [Read more…] about Wildfires in Los Angeles and what the legacy media isn’t reporting
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2024: Year in Review
2024 is almost in the rearview mirror.
As Steve Jobs once said:
“You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in the future.”
Using that as the metric when attempting to prognosticate 2025, let us look back at some of the more monumental moments of the past year.
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Gun Owners: Wake Up
The Unintended Consequences of Bargain Hunting: How We’re Undermining the Firearms Market
In today’s economy, it’s second nature to hunt for bargains. With inflation climbing and everyday expenses rising, it makes sense that consumers want to stretch their budgets further. Within the firearms industry, online retailers have increasingly catered to this mindset by offering ultra-competitive prices. But while this seems like a win for consumers at first glance, the ongoing price war could be undermining the very structure of the firearms market, potentially leading to long-term consequences for local gun shops, the broader firearms community, and even the industry as a whole. [Read more…] about Gun Owners: Wake Up
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SYRIA: The Next Domino to Fall in the Middle East
In a shocking twist, Dictator Bashar al-Assad fled Syria when armed militants stormed into the country with revolution on their minds. This is another watershed moment in a tumultuous region. Hence, what does this mean, and is it a good thing to have Syria in the hands of someone other than Bashar al-Assad? [Read more…] about SYRIA: The Next Domino to Fall in the Middle East
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HAIL TO THE CHIEF, DONALD J. TRUMP
At some time earlier today, varying news outlets of the dying legacy media faced facts and officially announced Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States of America.
What was labeled as a neck-and-neck race for weeks proved anything but, as Americans flocked to the ballots to have their voices heard. Below is a timeline of yesterday’s events unfolding through your narrator’s eyes. [Read more…] about HAIL TO THE CHIEF, DONALD J. TRUMP
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VOTING FOR KAMALA HARRIS = DISASTER
With the election less than two weeks away, white knuckle time in America is here. The latest polls indicate a neck-and-neck race between Trump and Harris, a literal coin toss to see who the 47th President will be.
Consequently, since this is a gun site, a salient question to ask is: which candidate is best for gun-owning Americans? [Read more…] about VOTING FOR KAMALA HARRIS = DISASTER
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Victimized at Home: Welcome to 2024
Rochester Hills, Michigan – Every now and then, a crime touches the pulse of Americans and gains the national spotlight. One such occurrence happened in Michigan last week when two men posing as utility workers gained entrance to an upscale home. [Read more…] about Victimized at Home: Welcome to 2024
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Subsistence Lifestyle: Why So Many are Adopting It
It’s becoming increasingly obvious that the days of abundance are a thing of the past. Money is tight, basic necessities are grossly overpriced, and rent throughout America is untenable.
Put simply, millions of Americans are having a difficult time surviving leading many to turn to a subsistence lifestyle. [Read more…] about Subsistence Lifestyle: Why So Many are Adopting It
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The 2020s: A Decade of Volatility
The gun issue in America is nothing new. For the better part of a century, there’s been a divide pitting two ideologies against one another: those for gun control vs those for gun rights. [Read more…] about The 2020s: A Decade of Volatility
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Latest Polls and What they Mean
2024: National Polls, AKA, Thoughts Control
Polls this week have Harris holding a +3 point lead over Trump. These averages are based on state and national polls across various polling sources.
However, many are calling the reliability of such polls into question, calling them gross fabrications by the Left designed to make Harris appear more popular than she really is; AKA predictive programming.
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Kamala Harris, Guns, and the Blue Wall
Presidential candidate Kamala Harris is doing everything she can to distance herself from some of her questionable comments about firearms. [Read more…] about Kamala Harris, Guns, and the Blue Wall
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Biden Out, Harris In
For months, anyone with an inkling as to the state of Biden’s Presidency could see the writing on the wall. Yet, when news broke late last weekend about Biden’s formal declaration that he wouldn’t be seeking a second term, there was still some shock in the air. [Read more…] about Biden Out, Harris In
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Central Bank Digital Currency: Coming Soon
A central bank digital currency or [CBDC]; what is it, what are its implications, and should you be concerned? [Read more…] about Central Bank Digital Currency: Coming Soon
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Hawaii’s Butterfly Knife Ban Takes a Serious L
Two Hawaii residents, Andrew Teter and James Grill, are doing their part to fight back against Hawaii’s ban on butterfly knives. [Read more…] about Hawaii’s Butterfly Knife Ban Takes a Serious L
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