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My name is Rob Krop, and I’m running for Lieutenant Governor of Maryland alongside Dan Cox. I’m a lifelong Marylander, a small business owner, a real estate broker, a firearms dealer and range owner, a husband, and a father. And more importantly, I’ve lived the consequences of bad policy. My family and my business were put through years of government overreach and lawfare. I saw firsthand what happens when agencies operate without accountability or due process. That experienc

Understand the key differences between constitutional carry and permit systems—and why they matter for responsible gun owners in 2025.

Get the facts on Maryland gun laws in 2025—what’s allowed, what’s restricted, and what every responsible firearm owner needs to know.

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In recent years, the addition of red dot sights to everyday carry (EDC) firearms has become increasingly popular. Originally a staple of...

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When it comes to protecting your home and loved ones, having a reliable firearm is only part of the equation. A crucial but often...

At The Machine Gun Nest, we believe that firearm ownership comes with the responsibility to train regularly and intentionally. Whether...