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It looks like Remington V3 shotgun—but it's not. Legally defined as a firearm, V3 Tac-13 features a 13" barrel and a bird's head grip, chambers 2 3/4" and 3" shells, and is the first in its class of semi-automatic firearms of this nature. Many more details are available in this video hosted byAmerican Rifleman's Mark Keefe, who was offered an early look at the firearm. Check out this 2019 SHOT Show primer to learn more.
For 2026, FN is seeking to bring its handguns to a wider market with the FN 309 MRD, a no-frills affordable pistol that the company says is “easy to shoot, easy to use and easy to own.”
These times of sparsely available handloading components require scrimping here and there in order to continue shooting, and the .38 Special provides a lot of bang for the buck.
A number of books and firearms, along with some art pieces, that have a direct connection to famed outdoor writer Jack O'Connor are up for auction at GunBroker.