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Do Tip-Ups Make Sense?

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Over the years, plenty of claims about tip-up guns have been made, and after owning and shooting more than five different calibers through a dozen different guns, I think it’s time we see if these claims hold water. 

AR-15 rifle with scope

Acme Machine AM-15: Made in America

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One manufacturer you might be unfamiliar with is Acme Machine, and we’re going to fix that by filling you in on the Acme Machine AM-15 25-216.

Lior Raz: Art Imitates Life

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Read about a Hebrew-language action drama produced in Israel called Fauda. Fauda means “Chaos,” and it stars Lior Raz, who witnessed chaos.

RXM and GLock 19

The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 – Who is the Most Glock?

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The RXM takes advantage of the Glock Gen 3’s patents expiring.

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Savage Model 99: The Original Mag Fed Lever Action

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The Savage Model 1899 did not come close to toppling Winchester or Marlin, but this odd duck enjoyed a century-long run and continues to haunt the Savage Arms company to this day.

The Apocalypse Is Here! Cabot's High-End 1911 -- SHOT Show 2022

Guide to Buying Second-Hand Handguns

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Guns hold up remarkably well; unlike cars, the problems are often evident and easy to see. It requires a bit of a keen eye and some discerning research, but if you play your cards right, you can save a chunk of money.

Properly torquing down my razor 6-36 with the Vortex Pro Torque Wrench

New Spring Products from Vortex Optics

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Mounting optics, adjusting rifle action screws, and securing bolts require precision, and the new Vortex Pro Torque Wrench delivers exactly that.

bushmaster rifle and ammunition

Home Defense 101: How to Choose a Rifle

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Estimated reading time: 8 minutes There was a time when shotguns were considered the end-all, be-all of home defense, but the gun world’s moved on. That doesn’t mean there’s not a good place for your 12-gauge anymore, just that horizons have broadened to include handguns and AR-15s. When it comes to defending your castle, it’s [...]

CPT Bruce Carr and the Stolen Focke-Wulf

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Bruce Carr’s exploits would make a fantastic movie, but I’m afraid nobody would believe it was real.

A 3-inch 6-Shot Magnum: The Ultimate Compact Wheelgun the Kimber K6s

Choosing the Right Ammunition for Your Handgun

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This sounds like common sense, but if you’re new to handguns, you might be surprised at how many calibers have similar names and types.