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Faulty, Fabulous, or Fad? An M.D. Argues the 40 S&W

Faulty, Fabulous, or Fad? An M.D. Argues the 40 S&W

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The .40S&W arose as the indirect result of the FBI’s 1986 Miami shootout. If you aren’t familiar with the details surf on over when you’re done here. Any student of small arms is well served to read up on it. Google is your buddy. During the Miami shootout, two FBI special agents were killed and five wounded by a pair of bank robbers wielding a variety of weapons.

NEMO XO Review - Groundbreaking Innovation!

NEMO XO Review – Groundbreaking Innovation!

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When the NEMO Executive Order ( XO) came in for review, I was wholly unprepared for what was about to happen. The test model was in 6.5 Creedmoor, which is a plus. Not unique, but not all that common in AR platforms yet either. Still, I wasn’t exactly looking forward to testing

Savage Evolution Review - Value Priced Magnum Performance

Savage Evolution Review – Value Priced Magnum Performance

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It is difficult to say the Savage 110 Evolution is a vast improvement over the 110 Stealth, if only because the Stealth was so good to start with. I reviewed the Stealth chambered in 338 Lapua Magnum last summer, and dollar for dollar, it is one of the best guns I have ever picked up.

Springfield Armory Heavy Operator 10mm w/RMR

Springfield Armory Heavy Operator 10mm w/RMR

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Improving on initial success, Springfield Armory is introducing a new variation of both models. Now, you have the factory option of the Heavy Operator with an RMR pre-installed, cut deep into the slide. I predict another big win, this is the perfect set up for a 10mm 1911.

Armorer tips for the AR-15 Panic Buyer

Armorer tips for the AR-15 Panic Buyer

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Recent events have created a new round of panic buying of AR-15 rifles and parts kits. As companies race to meet demand, a lot of substandard parts end up in the hands of consumers. End users are often left frustrated when their new parts kit does not snap together like Legos or that factory gun they got a screaming deal on fails to feed or extract. But not to worry…! This article will cover the four most common issues I have personally seen with “panic AR-15’s” and how to correct them.

Birth of the Modern Battle Rifle - The US Army Infantry Board Service Rifle Trials

Birth of the Modern Battle Rifle – The US Army Infantry Board Service Rifle Trials

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The Battle Rifle is commonly accepted to be an autoloading combat rifle that feeds from a detachable magazine and fires a full-sized .30-caliber round. While Battle Rifles found their stride in the years following the Second World War, they have been largely replaced by small caliber Assault Rifles nowadays. However, combat in such places as Afghanistan has shown us in recent years that the need still exists for a man-portable .30-caliber rifle that can offer precision fires out past the range of the 5.56mm cartridge.

U.S. Handgun Used in Two World Wars; It Isn't a 1911

U.S. Handgun Used in Two World Wars; It Isn’t a 1911

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Overall the Colt 1917 is a very interesting revolver. It was a stop-gap sidearm that ended up with American troops in two world wars. 1917 revolvers, both Colt and Smith & Wesson, can usually be found for reasonable amounts of money (especially in comparison to other US military revolvers, or WWI 1911s). They are not difficult to find suitable ammunition for, and they’re strong enough to enjoy some range time with. So if you’re looking for a WWI handgun to add to your collection, consider one of these old Colts.

Testing Remington's New Affordable Chassis Rifle - The R700 PCR

Testing Remington’s New Affordable Chassis Rifle – The R700 PCR

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Big Green has finally stepped into the chassis rifle arena with the Remington Model 700 PCR in 6.5 Creedmoor and this week we got our hands on it for a full review.  By the way, PCR stands for Precision Chassis Rifle.  It is late to the party, no doubt about that. But the big question on everyone’s mind, did Remington continue the winning streak started by the 870 DM and recent 1911 models?

Dan Wesson 1911 - Extreme Accuracy from Officer Framed Gun

Dan Wesson 1911 – Extreme Accuracy from Officer Framed Gun

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Mirroring the fit and finish of the full sized Pointman 9, the Carry features a Commander length slide on an Officers sized frame. The Dan Wesson Pointman Carry is chambered in 9mm and is an absolute pleasure to shoot. 

UFC's Tim Kennedy Hand-to-Hand & Gun Training Course

UFC’s Tim Kennedy Hand-to-Hand & Gun Training Course

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Though Tim Kennedy is still an active duty Special Forces sniper, he puts a great deal of energy into Sheepdog Response. The organization conducts training for civilians, law enforcement, military personnel, and first responders. The objective is to provide practical, real world, effective techniques in armed and unarmed combat.