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Russian Special Forces Using HK417, AI AW In Dagestan
Russian special forces were spotted recently in the Russian republic of Dagestan, which has been experiencing an insurgency recently. The commandos were equipped with at least two foreign weapons, an HK417 7.62x51mm rifle with an impressively large suppressor, and an Accuracy International Arctic Warfare sniper rifle, caliber unknown, also suppressed. The video from War Clashes […]
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SCOTTeVEST Takes Newest Fleece Product to IndieGoGo
SCOTTeVEST, known for their (over)zealous inclusion of pockets into jackets and every-day carry projects has put its latest project on Indiegogo, a crowdfunding site. The project centers around a jacket using fleece, which the press release touts as “The Ultimate Pocket Fleece”, which is coincidentally its name. At its core, SCOTTeVEST products are designed for […]
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Taliban Fighters In Kunduz, Afghanistan, Spotted Using SCARs and HMMWVs
The Taliban have been on the move recently, capturing an Afghanistan National Army District Headquarters in a recent battle. Footage of the battle show a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs, or Humvees) and FN SCAR-Heavy rifle in use by the fighters, captured from earlier ANA forces during an earlier engagement. The footage is available […]
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Magpul M-LOK Tripod Adapter
Magpul just released their M-LOK Tripod Adapter mounts that work with any metal M-LOK compatible rail, it allows you to mount your rifle onto tripod heads using the Manfrotto RC2/Q2 interface. It’s machined from aluminum with an anodized finish and weighs in at just 1.2 ounces. It’s made in the USA and retails for $49.95. […]
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Switzerland Adopts B&T MP9-N As Machinenpistole 14
According to IHS Jane’s, the Swiss Armed Forces have adopted the B&T MP9-N as a personal defense weapon (PDW) for its echelon troops: The Swiss Armed Forces have selected the 9 mm Mp 14 submachine gun and the 40 mm single shot grenade launcher Mzw 14 from small arms manufacturer B&T, company representatives told IHS […]
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Australian Army Fielding F90 (EF88) For Trials
The Australian Army’s program to produce a successor to the F88 “Austeyr” is on the verge of bearing fruit. Army.gov.au reports that the F90, formerly designated “EF88″ is now being issued for trials, in preparation for final modifications and production. The F90 is a lighter, more modular system that fixes many of the flaws of the […]
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Weekend Photo: FN SCAR 16 Short Barreled Rifle
Scene329 sent us this photo of his very nifty FN SCAR 16 … FN SCAR 16 SBR with 10″ Barrel (complete barrel system from FN) SureFire Socom Flash Hider, SureFire Socom 5.56 Suppressor, Geissele Super SCAR Trigger, Magpul Selector, Magpul AFG, Aimpoint T1 w/ Larue LT660 VFZ I really like this gun, it must be […]
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Weekend Photo: A New Single Actions, Three Old Double Actions
Julian, TFB’s French translator, sent us photos of his single action revolvers. The Ruger Vaquero, pictured above, is chambered in .45 Long Colt. The Ruger Vaquero was introduced in 1993 and is a popular Cowboy action gun. The photo directly below is of a Colt Model 1902 “Philippine”, not to be confused with the Colt M1902 semi-auto […]
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Weekend Photo: Benelli M2
Scott sent us this beautiful photo of his Benelli M2 shotgun. He wrote … Benelli M2 left hand model with Nordic components +8 magazine extender. Took this photo while taking a break from shooting trap at the Arlington Sportsman’s Club here in Texas. Alex and Patrick are both big fans of the Benelli M* […]
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Weekend Photo: Machine Gun Fun
My good friend Houston, who created the majority of the gun artwork in my office (see XRayGuns.com), sent us this photo. He wrote … Israelis, Germans, and Americans all having a blast at the range y’day. I had a solo after work range session. Decided to go full auto 9mm only. The lineup Top to bottom: HK […]
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Magpul MOE AK Stock
Magpul just released their new MOE AK Stock for AK-47 and AK-74 variant rifles. It features an internal storage compartment, QD sling swivel mount, shock absorbing butt-pad and has the option for various height cheek risers. It’s compatible with AK rifles with fixed stock single tang trunnions, it won’t work with Yugo AKs or Norinco […]
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WWII Weapons In The Syrian Civil War
The use of antiques in combat is something that often is overlooked, as many find greater interest in more modern weapons. However, though these older weapons are as obsolete as they are antique, they are still relevant articles of war, and still certainly lethal. Silent YouTuber jmantime covers the use of some World War II weapons in […]
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AKOU on Basic AK Reloading
One of the few people I have met in person and trust with instruction on an AK is Rob Ski (it does help that Rob has a real accent, not a fake one like some other infamous YouTuber). Fresh up from his growing comradery of AK operators is a video on the basic AK reloading. I […]
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POTD: Tactical Solutions AR-15 with 9″ Barrel
Lawbob wrote … Tactical Solutions upper w TacSol 9″ lite barrel, SLR RifleWorks Lite mlok rail, YHM lower (SBRed), spikes trigger/KNG antis, magpul trigger guard, magpul k2 grip, NEA stock, YHM Mite suppressor w recored stainless baffles, magpul mlok rail stop… I love the combination North Eastern Arms (NEA) Compact Carbine Stock along with the ultra-short barrel. […]
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Federal Vital-Shok High Density Buckshot
Announced at the 2015 SHOT Show, the new Vital-Shok High Density buckshot from Federal Premium is now shipping to distributors. The new load uses nine 00-buck pellets that are made from a tungsten-alloy metal. The pellets are then loaded to a muzzle velocity of 1,600 fps. Tight patterning is assisted by the company’s highly effective […]
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New Crimson Trace Laserguard for Springfield XDS
If you have a Springfield XD-S and are in the market for new laser sights, Crimson Trace is coming out with a new product that should meet your needs. The new laser is a part of their Laserguard line and is called the LG-469G. It attaches to the front of your gun’s trigger guard and […]
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Reload Anywhere with the C4m3ron
Very awkward and pseudo-millenial-marketing name aside, theC4m3ron (hereafter “Cameron”) is a unique portable reloading bench that aims to make reloading in small spaces, or in a social setting easier. The history or “story” behind the Cameron is unique, especially considering its genesis is a from a true-blooded American immigrant who picked up reloading as a […]
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As The OWLs Hoot: The Future One-Way Tracer
Last year, we reported on the Army’s effort to develop a non-pyrotechnic tracer round which would provide “One-Way Luminescence” (OWL) revealing the shotline to the shooter only, and not in a 360 degree arc around the gun. The benefits of this kind of tracer go beyond low visibility, however. A non-pyrotechnic tracer would be low […]
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H&K brings .40 to VP series
Heckler & Koch released a press release on June 12th about their newest addition to the VP line up, a .40 caliber version, VP40. I’m curious as to why it took them this long, being that .40 and 9mm handguns usually share the same dimensions when it comes to manufacturing. From the press release- Heckler […]
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SureFire Cuts Staff Due To Decline in Military Sales
It’s a pretty rough time for many in the firearms industry these days, Colt recently filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and PTR Industries has been having trouble paying their rent. The Fountain Valley, California based gun accessories and flashlight maker SureFire, LLC recently announced that they too are in some financial troubles and will be laying off staff due […]
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