In high contrast to nearly every other non-U.S. country, Israel passed a law on Monday that would expand the number of citizens eligible for firearms ownership licenses. As justification for the new policy, Israel’s Security Minister Gilad Erdan cited increased protection from “lone wolf” terrorist attacks.
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Israel Loosens Gun Ownership Restrictions in Response to Terrorist Threat
Published: August 21, 2018 { 14 comments }
Gewehr 98 Mauser – The Cutting Edge Bolt Action
Published: August 17, 2018 { 8 comments }The Gewehr 98 Mauser rifle is one of the most historically significant and technically influential firearms in history. In one variant or another, it armed men on both sides of two world wars and continues to be seen in conflicts around the world to this day. Rifle actions are still being based on it or using its features.
The Czech vz. 58 – Improving Upon the Most Reliable Combat Rifle in the World
Published: August 11, 2018 { 16 comments }Lightweight, rugged, and maneuverable, the Czech vz. 58 represents a tiny glimmer of individuality in the Warsaw Pact during the Cold War.
Marines Choose Nightforce Optics for .300 Win Mag Mk13 Mod 7 Sniper System
Published: August 2, 2018 { 2 comments }Nightforce is pleased to announce that the Marine Corps selected the MIL-SPEC ATACR 5-25×56 F1 for the updated Mk13 Mod 7 sniper system.
SIG Tapped to Supply USSOCOM with Suppressed Rifle Kits
Published: July 31, 2018 { 4 comments }SIG Sauer landed a major contract with the Department of Defense to produce suppressed rifle conversion kits for special forces.
The P14 Luger Marinepistole – A German Military Handgun Designed for Ship-to-Ship Combat
Published: July 28, 2018 { 15 comments }Georg Luger left an indelible mark on the firearms world that persists to this very day. His extraordinary eponymous handgun was not an altogether original design, however. His mentor, a German engineer named Hugo Borchardt, was actually the first to realize the human knee would translate into a serviceable firearm.
Remington Lands Army Ally Contract for 5.56 NATO Carbines
Published: July 25, 2018 { 14 comments }Remington Arms secured a contract with the U.S. Army for 5.56 NATO carbines for allied forces worth just shy of $24.5 million dollars.
The Origin of the Species: The Model 602 M16
Published: July 14, 2018 { 15 comments }The origin story is foundational dogma for gun nerds like us. George Sullivan incorporated the ArmaLite Corporation in 1954 as a tiny little subsidiary of the Fairchild Engine and Airplane Corporation. Operating out of a modest machine shop in Hollywood, California, Sullivan envisioned ArmaLite as a think tank to explore cutting-edge concepts in small arms. Their first serious effort was a small takedown survival rifle intended for use by downed military aircrew.
Inland Manufacturing M-1 Carbine: Old Soldiers Never Die
Published: July 14, 2018 { 36 comments }The .30 M-1 Carbine was used by the U.S. Military in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. The carbine was supplied to allied forces and hung around long after Vietnam. I encountered the M-1 carbine in service with the Bolivian UMOPAR counter-drug police in the 1990s. These fun guns remain popular and effective for civilians today.
China’s New Hand-Held Laser Rifle: Less Lethal or Less Believable?
Published: July 3, 2018 { 29 comments }Chinese outlets are reporting that researchers have built a “laser AK-47,” a light and man-portable “less-lethal” weapon. The weapon, called the “ZKZM-500 laser assault rifle,” is allegedly effective out to 800 meters.