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3 New DIY AR Kits from Brownells

3 New DIY AR Kits from Brownells

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Brownells has teamed up with three major players in the AR industry, Aero Precision, Anderson Manufacturing and Bravo Company Manufacturing to offer three cool partially-complete DIY AR kits.

The Can Cannon's Triumphant Return -- ATF Drops NFA Status

The Can Cannon’s Triumphant Return — ATF Drops NFA Status

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The Can Cannon is back in action thanks to a recent ATF decision. Existing Can Cannon owners can legalize their launchers with a free upgrade.

Note the single piece G-Core baffle stack.

Review: Gemtech GM-9 Suppressor

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The Gemtech GM-9 isn’t the quietest suppressor on the market, but it is light. and the weight savings can be big deal for those who shoot pistols. How well does it stack up to the other 9mm cans?

Can One Knife Do it All? The Perfect Knife Quest Update

Can One Knife Do it All? The Perfect Knife Quest Update

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Last summer, we began a quest to find the perfect knife. We’re looking for one blade that can do it all. After some false starts, we’re back with a new short list of contenders. And the one’s we’ve selected are going strong.

Steel Will Gekko 1505: A Folding Knife that Can Go Head-To-Head with a Fixed Blade? -- Review

Steel Will Gekko 1505: A Folding Knife that Can Go Head-To-Head with a Fixed Blade? — Review

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Intro is not yet a household name, that’s because they’ve only been around for about a year now.  But in the 12 months or so since their inception under their parent corporation, SMG Inc., they’ve certainly made a splash within the knife world. How did Steel Will differentiate themselves in a super crowded marketplace?  By [...]

OK, so maybe this isn't the most precise way to trim your cartridge cases...

Reloading: Trimming Cartridge Cases

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We’re continuing our coverage of reloading with an in-depth look at the options available for trimming up cases. This is how you ensure your recycled brass will fit in your gun.

Army Picks H&K for Sniper Rifle, Marines Go Back to Cleaning Rods

Army Picks H&K for Sniper Rifle, Marines Go Back to Cleaning Rods

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The U.S. Army has selected Heckler & Koch to build their updated CSASS rifles and the Marines are going back to the old way of cleaning theirs.

The resizing step does exactly what the name implies. Using a die like this Hornady .308 resizing die, you squish the fired case back into its original dimensions.

Reloading: Brass Resizing

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If you plan to reload, you will have to get very familiar with your brass. Here we talk about how to resize cases, and what to watch out for. There are a lot of variations from the various manufacturers, and several things you must watch for.

The AAC Illusion 9mm installed on my Beretta 92 FS

Suppressor Review: AAC Illusion 9mm

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The new AAC Illusion provides a new twist on the traditional silencer design–a tubular can with a shape that means you won’t need new sights. And we’ve found some new 9mm ammo that runs clean in suppressors. Read the review.

Best Tactical Budget Blade?  Hoffner Folding Knife -- Review

Best Tactical Budget Blade? Hoffner Folding Knife — Review

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I was introduced to Brian Hoffner and his knives at SHOT 2016. He’s an extremely friendly guy with a great personality. Hoffner has an impressive 30+ year background training law enforcement agencies across the country specializing in weapons and tactics.