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Virginia's Punishing Gun Bills Show Need for Reciprocity

Virginia’s Punishing Gun Bills Show Need for Reciprocity

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The proposal – HB 569, introduced by Democrat Delegate Dan Helmer, would give the Commonwealth’s Attorney General Mark Herring unilateral say over which states to allow reciprocity in Virginia and which states he could now disallow.

The Lowdown on 'Knockdown' Power (It's Not A Real Thing)

The Lowdown on ‘Knockdown’ Power (It’s Not A Real Thing)

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So why do we continue to hear these claims of murderous attackers dropped like 2-foot putts by cops and private citizens who appear to possess sidearms from Thor’s hammer factory?

Springfield Armory 911 9mm Unboxed at the Gun Counter

Springfield Armory 911 9mm Unboxed at the Gun Counter

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The Springfield Armory 911, now available in 9mm, offers ultimate concealability with the familiarity and controls of a traditional 1911. It comes standard with a 6 round flush fit magazine, a 7 round extended magazine, and a soft sided pistol case with included pocket holster.

Vortex Unveils Premium 1-10x24 First Focal Plane Riflescope

Vortex Unveils Premium 1-10×24 First Focal Plane Riflescope

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“When we began this project, we started with a single goal – create the world’s premier low power variable riflescope,” said David Hamilton, Vortex Optics Chief Development Officer in a press release obtained by GunsAmerica.

Back in Black: The Hot New Gun for 2020 is an MP5

Back in Black: The Hot New Gun for 2020 is an MP5

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The MP5 was the go-to submachine gun of the cold war. It was a Hollywood chick magnet and the movies made it the sex symbol of a generation. Where the MP5 came from and where it went is a twisted tale of terrorism and ballistics.

A Full-Bore Bloodbath South of the Border

A Full-Bore Bloodbath South of the Border

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One need look no further than our Mexican friends to the south to find a nation embroiled in war.

Short & Sweet, Down & Dirty: How to Shoot a 'Cruiser' Shotgun

Short & Sweet, Down & Dirty: How to Shoot a ‘Cruiser’ Shotgun

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Though I’ve owned and enjoyed a pistol-grip Mossberg 500 for many years, no other firearm I’ve ever handled more brutally and thoroughly drives home the fact that true point-shooting is a heck of a lot harder than the average person would think.

US Forest Service Weighs in on Hog Hunting in Missouri

US Forest Service Weighs in on Hog Hunting in Missouri

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The department will allow limited hog hunting for licensed deer and turkey hunters but prohibit pure hog hunting in general.

Next Year Can Be Better!

Next Year Can Be Better!

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The better physical shape you’re in, the more enjoyable and successful your 2020 season will be. Since dedicating my life to fitness and making a serious lifestyle change four years ago, my success rates have soared.

Cold Feet in the Field? The Solution: ActionHeat Heated Insoles

Cold Feet in the Field? The Solution: ActionHeat Heated Insoles

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After using the ActionHeat Heated Rechargeable Insoles through the summer months as well as the busiest part of winter, I am convinced that this is the solution that I have been looking for. I am able to adjust the heat with a remote fob, which allows me to cater to the situation at hand. There were days while I was out deer hunting off of horseback in sub-zero weather, where I had them turned to max power in order to keep my feet warm in the stirrups, and then turned them off when I transitioned from riding to walking in order to keep my feet comfortable.