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Leo Major: The Québécois Rambo

Leo Major: The Québécois Rambo

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In 1945 a one-eyed French Canadian named Leo Major did indeed snatch up a matching pair of Sten guns to shoot the holy heck out of a bunch of Waffen SS troopers defending the Dutch town of Zwolle. His story is one of almost insane bravery spanning two wars.

The Operator by Springfield Armory

The Operator: Newest Addition to Springfield’s 1911 Lineup – Full Review

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Officially released on 12/20/2021, the Operator is the newest addition to Springfield Armory’s 1911 lineup. Machined down from a forged frame, slide, and barrel this pistol also features an ambi-safety, “Tactical Rack” rear/tritium front sights, and an accessory rail for lights/lasers. Designed as an affordable, tactical-grade pistol, this offering chambered in 45 ACP meets the mark.

The FN 509 LS Edge - The Bleeding Edge of Cool

The FN 509 LS Edge – The Bleeding Edge of Cool

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The LS Edge is the latest in a long line 509s and brings the gun to the world of long slide firearms. It joins the ranks of the Glock 34, the VP9L, and SIG X-Five series. Besides being a long slide variant, the LS Edge packs a number of desirable features that move it to the world of premium guns.

Is the JP Enterprises JP5 an MP5 Killer?  Deep Dive - Part 1

Is the JP Enterprises JP5 an MP5 Killer? Deep Dive – Part 1

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 For the past five weeks, I have been shooting and evaluating the most expensive and innovative PCC on the market, the new JP5 from JP Enterprises. 

The EOTech Vudu 1-6 FFP with SR3 Reticle

The EOTech Vudu 1-6 FFP with SR3 Reticle

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Around three years ago EOTech started offering scopes in addition to their world-renowned holographic sights. Having taken a huge share of the red dot market, they took their shot at becoming a new big player in the magnified optic market by releasing their Vudu lineup of scopes.

BFG Micro Trauma Kit - Review

BFG Micro Trauma Kit – Review

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Know this; if you carry a gun for a living, you are going to end up patching up either yourself or a friend. That is how the game is played. And someone living or dying might very well come down to having some materials on hand to stop them from bleeding out.

Fray Bentos: The WW1 British Alamo

Fray Bentos: The WW1 British Alamo

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The classic WW2 action epic Fury was based upon the WW1 story of Fray Bentos and her crew.

The Pearl Harbor Ni’ihau Incident: And Origins Of Ruger's .22 Pistol

The Pearl Harbor Ni’ihau Incident: And Origins Of Ruger’s .22 Pistol

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On the very first day of American involvement in World War 2, a tragic little conflict played out on an otherwise peaceful remote island in Hawaii.

Pearl Harbor: Dorie Miller and his .50-caliber Browning Machinegun

Pearl Harbor: Dorie Miller and his .50-caliber Browning Machinegun

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Doris “Dorie” Miller was supposed to have been a girl. Born October 12, 1919, to sharecroppers Connery and Henrietta Miller, he got the name Doris when the midwife assisting with his delivery became somehow convinced he would be female.

Six Stocking Stuffers Every Gun Owner Is Sure to Love

Six Stocking Stuffers Every Gun Owner Is Sure to Love

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For the gun owner in your life, here are six gifts he or she will love to pull out of that big red sock on Christmas morning.