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Europe Leaders Propose Semi-Auto Gun Ban

Europe Leaders Propose Semi-Auto Gun Ban

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E.U. leaders along with Prime Minister of the U.K. David Cameron are pushing for restrictions or bans of semi-automatic rifles including deactivated guns.

Unleash the SAW! - Civilian M249 Now Available - Full Review

Unleash the SAW! – Civilian M249 Now Available – Full Review

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The new M249S from FN USA is a semi-automatic version of the classic SAW light machine gun. Belt-fed and ready to go, this is a great addition to the collection of any serious shooter and collector.

American Hero’s 1911: The Chris Kyle Legend Series Springfield Armory .45

American Hero’s 1911: The Chris Kyle Legend Series Springfield Armory .45

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It seems only fitting that a major gun manufacturer like Springfield Armory would want to honor and commemorate an American hero like Chris Kyle with a special edition and exclusive pistol like this TRP Operator .45 ACP 1911.

The Stoeger P3000 is a working gun bargain.

Gun Review: Stoeger P3000 Pump-action Shotgun

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The Stoeger P3000 Pump-action Shotgun. If you need a waterfowl, hunting slug gun, or home defense shotgun, and are constrained by budget, this is a great way to pick up a brand new one for less than 300 bucks.

Cowboy Time Machine: Uberti Replaces SAA Transfer Bar w/Glock Style Floating Pin - Cattleman II Review

Cowboy Time Machine: Uberti Replaces SAA Transfer Bar w/Glock Style Floating Pin – Cattleman II Review

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More than 140 years after the Colt SAA was invented, Uberti decided it was high time to change the rules and engineered a solution to the historic problem of having to “safely” carry a Single Action with the hammer resting on an empty chamber.

1,200 Yards w/5.56 AR-15 - AXTS MI-T556 SPR Range Report

1,200 Yards w/5.56 AR-15 – AXTS MI-T556 SPR Range Report

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Although a relatively young company, has earned a reputation for producing top-quality firearms designed to achieve very specific missions. And its newest, the AXTS MI-T556 SPR, continues that tradition. The rifle is based on the Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) that was brought into U.S. military service as the MK12 in 2002. It was designed as [...]

This AR-15/Ax Combo Might be the Coolest First-Responder Tool Ever (And Yeah, It’ll Work for Zombies, Too)

This AR-15/Ax Combo Might be the Coolest First-Responder Tool Ever (And Yeah, It’ll Work for Zombies, Too)

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There are thousands of AR-15 accessories on the market, but none are cooler (or more absurd) than Tracey Copeland and Andrew BeGole’s “Firearm-Mounted Rescue Tool.”

Smith & Wesson's Biggest Fail? The Ultra-Rare Model 320 Revolving Rifle

Smith & Wesson’s Biggest Fail? The Ultra-Rare Model 320 Revolving Rifle

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Obviously, these are success stories the likes of which have changed firearms history. However, for every success story, there are dozens of ideas that didn’t make it. Even the vaunted Smith & Wesson was not immune from the pitfalls of 19th Century firearms design. Case in point: the Model 320 revolving rifle.

.357 Buster? Ruger’s .327 SP101 Delivers Magnum Force & Extra Firepower!

.357 Buster? Ruger’s .327 SP101 Delivers Magnum Force & Extra Firepower!

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The Ruger SP101 combines a small frame with a full-power chambering in .357 Magnum, but it is limited to five rounds. The addition of the .327 Federal Magnum chambering bumps that up to six, while still having fight-stopping power.

A*B Arms MOD*X Chassis - Rem. 700 Mods (#2)

A*B Arms MOD*X Chassis – Rem. 700 Mods (#2)

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Buy the MOD*X chassis: Purchase Freedom Munitions here: In case you missed part one of this series, make sure to click the link below and get up to speed. Read part 1 of the series here: https://www.gunsamerica.com/blog/the-appeal-of-the-remington-700/ In part one of our series on improving the Remington 700, we covered the basics. We walked you [...]

Russia Hints at SVD Replacement (That We'll Never Get to Shoot)

Russia Hints at SVD Replacement (That We’ll Never Get to Shoot)

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The proposed replacement, the SK-16, is a sleek, modern carbine with a flattop rail for optics, chambered not for 7.62x54mm, but 7.62 NATO, and that’s not all.

Savage Arms Selected for UK Cadet Rifle Contract

Savage Arms Selected for UK Cadet Rifle Contract

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Savage Arms was awarded a nice contract to replace the No.8 Rifle, the UK’s military cadet rifle, in service today, with an updated Mark II FVR.

First Look! Walther Q5 Match 9mm

First Look! Walther Q5 Match 9mm

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Before we go any further, I would like to make something clear: The Q5 Match is a lot more than just a 5-inch PPQ with a red dot. Walther really thought this gun through and brought together lots of details that make the Q5 Match special

Taylor's & Co. .45-70 Ridge Runner Takedown Lever Gun

Taylor’s & Co. .45-70 Ridge Runner Takedown Lever Gun

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I don’t generally believe in love at first sight, so I’ll call this “lust with potential.” Gun folks are always on the hunt for that perfect gun, the one that has all the features and advantages without making any compromises. This is one of those guns.

The Most Powerful AR-15

The Most Powerful AR-15

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There are AR-15s and then there’s the Petra from Falkor Defense. A carbon fiber AR chambered in .300 Win Mag.

Cheap Guns: The Cobra Derringer - Pocket Power on a Budget

Cheap Guns: The Cobra Derringer – Pocket Power on a Budget

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The point of this article is for when a friend who works at Starbucks asks you how cheap they can carry. Do you answer $300-$500 for a Taurus revolver? $250 for a Kel-Tec? Or do you answer just over $100 for a Cobra derringer?

The Savage 11 Hog Hunter: Not your Average .308

The Savage 11 Hog Hunter: Not your Average .308

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The 11/111 Hog Hunter’s popularity has been driven in part by the growing prevalence of feral pigs in the United States.

The Enemy Within: Stag Arms 7.62x39mm AR Carbine -- NRA 2016

The Enemy Within: Stag Arms 7.62x39mm AR Carbine — NRA 2016

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While many have tried combining the two designs in a variety of ways to combine the appealing handling characteristics of the AR and the rugged reliability of the AK, Stag Arms has taken a bit of a different tack with its new 7.62x39mm AR.

Wilkinson Tactical 'FrankenGun,' Adaptable .308 & 12 Gauge AR!  -- NRA 2016

Wilkinson Tactical ‘FrankenGun,’ Adaptable .308 & 12 Gauge AR! — NRA 2016

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Shown in prototype form, the semi-automatic Wilkinson Tactical CR-12 on display caught my eye as I was walking down the aisles of the of the 2016 NRA Annual Meeting.

The St. George Arms .50 BMG Bullpup in the Flesh -- NRA 2016

The St. George Arms .50 BMG Bullpup in the Flesh — NRA 2016

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The Leader 50 A1 is one of the shortest and lightest fully-featured semi-automatic .50 BMG rifles in the world.

The Stunning Beauty of the Cobalt Kinetics Evolve Rifle -- NRA 2016

The Stunning Beauty of the Cobalt Kinetics Evolve Rifle — NRA 2016

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While Cobalt Kinetics may be a relatively new player in the AR market, it has been making quite the splash with its innovative and beautiful guns.

The Search for the Holy Grail Ends Here: SIG Sauer Legion P226 SAO

The Search for the Holy Grail Ends Here: SIG Sauer Legion P226 SAO

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The SIG Sauer P220 SAO – elite even among Legions.

Why Settle for a Single Stack? .45 XD Mod 2

NYPD Approves XD-S Variant for Backup, Concealed-Carry

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Springfield Armory is announcing that the XD-S was added to the NYPD’s very short list of approved handguns for carry off-duty and backup use.

Can Cannon's Grappling Hook in Action

Can Cannon’s Grappling Hook in Action

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The Can Cannon is back, and has the blessing of the BATFE. X Products sent us a new one for review, and they included their latest accessory: a grappling hook. We’re just back from the range–check out what this beast can do.

The Used Market--The Smith and Wesson 22A

The Used Market–The Smith and Wesson 22A

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The Smith and Wesson 22A has not been out of production for all that long. Actually it was right about a year ago the Smith officially discontinued this gun. It is possible there might still be a few floating around local gun shops that are new, but the vast majority of them will be used. And if you want an easy-to-service tack-driver, this is it.

Ruger's Enhancing its Precision Rifle

Ruger’s Enhancing its Precision Rifle

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Now Ruger is updating their relatively-new design with the Enhanced Ruger Precision Rifle, or ERPR. It incorporates a handful of improved components based on user feedback and will be produced in both .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor

Fist full of Hardball: Why I Carry a Springfield XD-S

Fist full of Hardball: Why I Carry a Springfield XD-S

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Often when I travel, the gun I carry concealed is the only one I have. Ever had someone at your hotel room door, convinced they were at the right room? I have, and not cool. That’s why I carry a gun that I can actually shoot–The Springfield Armory XD-S.

Henry's .22 Magnum Small Game Exterminators

Henry’s .22 Magnum Small Game Exterminators

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Shooting a squirrel with a .45-70 doesn’t leave much meat on the bone. Don’t ask me how I know this. Let’s just say that the .22 is more suited for this application. And Henry’s Small Game Carbine is the perfect choice for magnum rimfire.

Kel-Tec RDB Review--America's 5.56 Bullpup

Kel-Tec RDB Review–America’s 5.56 Bullpup

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Kel-Tec’s RDB is shaking up the bullpup scene. Their RDB solves some problems, and takes a full-sized 5.56 down to a slim, compact rifle. But how well will this new gun shoot? And what do you give up with the compact size? Read our review.

Record-Setting Rifle Sells for $1.2 Million -- 'The Prize for Capturing Geronimo'

Record-Setting Rifle Sells for $1.2 Million — ‘The Prize for Capturing Geronimo’

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The world’s most expensive rifle–setting the record at auction for $1.265 million–is a lever-action Winchester, with a blued and case-hardened finish, engraved only with “Albee to Lawton.”