In the span of 31 months, personnel from the Dept. of Homeland Security have lost over a hundred guns and over a thousand badges and credentials. Maybe it’ll inspire a movie, “Dude, where’s my badge and gun?!”
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Homeland Security Agents Lose 165 Firearms, 1,300 Credentials in 31 Months
Published: February 2, 2016 { 37 comments }
Heckler & Koch Keeping Focus on the P30SK and VP40 — Shot Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 5 comments }At 2016 SHOT Show, Heckler & Koch showcased their tried and true P30SK and VP40, two very solid polymer-framed pistols, chambered in 9mm and .40 cal respectively. The P30SK is a subcompact, perfect for concealed carry, and the VP40 is a wicked duty pistol.
Sweet GLOCK Optics Slides – Adams Arms – SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 2 comments }VooDoo Innovations, part of the Adams Arms’ family, has announced the release of their first Glock drop-in barrel available for the G17 and G19 models in both Gen 3 and Gen 4 handguns. And that’s just the start of the GLOCK fest from Adams Arms. The company known for their rifles is really branching out.
First Ever 3″ 28 Gauge from Benelli and New Franchi Built for Women–SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 11 comments }Benelli has a new shotgun that will appeal to fans of the 28 gauge. This Ethos is chambered for 3″ shells. More punch from a lighter gun. And Franchi has an update of their Instinct line. The Catalyst is designed for women, but it may be the ideal 12 gauge for many smaller framed shooters. Check out our SHOT Show coverage.
Tactical Walls: Now with RFID Locks! — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 6 comments }Tactical Walls, the groundbreaking company that launched viable concealment furniture, has integrated RFID locks into their products. Check out their new firearms concealment devices.
80% Glock Lower Preorders – Polymer80 – Also 80% Full AR Budget Kit – Shot Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 63 comments }Polymer 80, a company known for their polymer 80% AR-15 lowers, introduced a new product at SHOT Show this year that shook up the concept of an 80% receiver. Named the “Specter,” this 80% frame embraces the ghost gun idea and brings it into the handgun (Glock) market.
Century Arms SBR AK Variants — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 1 comment }At Shot Show 2016, Century introduced two new variants of their popular milled AK rifle, the C39v2 and the RAS47. Both variants are factory short-barreled rifles (SBRs). Century is also launching a suppressor line under the Red Army Standard Brand.
Facebook Bans Private, Person-to-Person Gun Sales
Published: February 1, 2016 { 144 comments }Last Friday, Facebook announced that it would ban users from selling firearms unless they are a licensed dealer.
Howa’s New Mini-Action in 6.5 Grendel – Review & Range Report – SHOT Show 2016
Published: January 31, 2016 { 15 comments }Looking for an affordable out-of-the-box package that is ready for the range or the hunt? Howa’s got a fast new Mini-Action line. This one is in 6.5 Grendel. We’ve run it out t0 300 yards with good results.
Prepping 101: Testing Geiger Counters with Cesium, Strontium, Cobalt – Inexpensive Built Kits
Published: January 31, 2016 { 15 comments }Resources: Geiger Counters: Ebay Seller Impexeris (This is the black GM tube bug from the video, which is a standalone as well as Iphone/Android, and the kits for GM tubes and Arduino) The Black Phone Bug RH Electronics (The red and blue boards from the video, DIY kits you can pay $12 for him to [...]