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Magpul Shipping M-Lok Accessories
One thing I will never understand is when a company forgoes everything that is becoming the industry standard and strikes out on their own. Magpul seems to have done just that. Instead of using what is becoming standard with Keymod, they have made their own key-type system. What baffles me is that Keymod is opensource, […]
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POV With Guns
Here is an interesting idea for video capturing firearm manipulation. Most people use a Contour on their earpro or a GoPro mounted on their headstrap. Ilya Naishuller is crowdfunding his POV movie called Hardcore on Indiegogo. The clip stars Sharlto Copley, the actor in A-Team (movie), District 9, Elysium and the upcoming movie Chappie. Charlto […]
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The Modernized Howa Type 89 Rifle
A reader sent us this photo showing three Japan Self-Defense Force soldiers with Modernized Howa Type 89 rifles (ignore the “sniper” mannequin on the right who is holding a Bushmaster ACR airsoft gun). The Modernized Howa is part of Japan’s Future Solider program (Advanced Combat Infantry Equipment System). The stock appears to be either an original Bushmaster/Remington ACR […]
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Bullseye Camera System Review
248 Shooter has reviewed the Bullseye Camera System, a wireless camera that can connect to a PC, phone or tablet and show you, and record, your shots. He writes … At first glance, it’s easy to scoff at this product and think, “What do I need this for I have binoculars”. The truth is yeah you […]
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POTD: AR-15s in Canada
Henry sent us a photo of his Canadian-legal AR-15 collection. He writes … We are allowed these special rifles in Canada. Left to Right: 1. Dlask lower with Colt upper and ACCOG 2. Armalite 180B with Leopold 6.5×20 3. ATRS lower Colt upper match SS air weight barrel and Eotech Submit photos you have taken to […]
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Steyr AUG A3 M1 Variant Now Shipping To Dealers
Styer has announced that the M1 variant of the AUG A3 bullpup will be available and shipping to dealers. The AUG A3 M1 will be available in three different configurations including low-rail, high-rail and integrated optic with rail. For more information, check out the press release from Steyr Arms BESSEMER, Ala. (Oct. 20, 2014) — […]
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The X-Products Can Cannon Soon to be Launching Cans before X-Mas
X-Products has been busy making the rounds with their soon to be in production Can Cannon. The cannon has now received ATF approval as a non-destructive device. It will use military-standard blanks through a short ported barrel to avoid damage to the cans. X-Products spoke about multiple projectiles/versions including dog decoys & shotgun trainer, net […]
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Bond Arms Factory Tour
I first met the faces of Bond Arms at a media event in Florida and had a chance to fire some of their fantastic wares on the range. I destroyed some paper with a .45/.410 model and gave the .38/.357 a try as well, and I was very pleased by the shootability and quality of […]
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Sig Sauer Releases P320 SKUs for 2015
Osage County Guns has released the full SKU list and retail pricing for Sig Sauer’s P320 pistols in 2015. From their original single model, SIG has an impressive array of handguns for consumers. Flat Dark Earth and Olive Drab models will be available in almost all sizes and calibers. Further details are available from Osage […]
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Mosin Nagant Rear Target Sight
Check out this rear target sight for the Mosin Nagant I stumbled upon on eBay. Has anyone out there used this particular sight with their Mosin? At $30 shipped with no permanent mods done to my Mosin I’m tempted to give it a try. The Mosin Nagant 91/30 version can be found here, and the […]
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20 Gauge Winchester SXP Field Guns
Winchester Repeating Arms will introduce 20-gauge versions of the SXP Field and SXP Field Compact shotguns in 2015. The guns were recently shown to distributors at the 2014 NASGW show. The guns will use a true 20-gauge receiver that gives the guns a nice feel and balance. Previously, the guns were available as a special […]
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Muzzle Device Jackets
Companies are coming out with QD covers for muzzle devices. Griffin Armament has their QD Blast Shield. It slips over their muzzle devices and locks in place. According to Griffin Armament: The Griffin QD Blast Shield is compatible with our line of QD 5.56mm mounts, Including the Flash Comp, Muzzle Brake, Compensating Flash Hider, and […]
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Remington Model 700 Ultimate Muzzleloader
Power. Performance. And accuracy at 300 yards. When it comes to modern-day muzzleloaders, many shooters mistakenly take a “been there, seen that” attitude, but Remington’s Model 700 Ultimate Muzzleloader is truly unique; here’s why. The Remington M700 Ultimate Muzzleloader is a top-tier in-line muzzleloader specifically designed to set new precedents in its field. Perhaps its […]
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Knob Creek at the cyclic rate
Kaboom! Bang! Explosions downrange, machine guns going off, helicopters flying overhead, entire belts of tracers stitching their way across the range in the darkness. You’ve all seen it, the famous Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot through Youtube videos or various other online sources. The amount of “ohhhs” and “ahhhs” are uncountable from shooters and teenagers […]
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Armalite M-15 Line
Guns and Holsters shares a little more detail about Armalite’s new M-15 line. We had mentioned Armalite’s new AR-10 pistol. As well as the Luth-AR stock partnership. Well according to Guns and Holsters, some of the new M-15s will be chambered in .223 Wylde. Here is a technical note by Armalite. It says that the […]
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1895 Winchester-Lee Ka-Boom
Forgotten Weapons has the story on an 1895 Winchester-Lee rifle that exploded three days ago. The rifle was firing ammunition made from modified .30-40 Krag brass at the time of incident. Fortunately, the owner was only mildly injured. Ian of FW speculates that the .30-40 brass commonly used to create 6mm Lee Navy ammunition might not […]
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POTD: “Project Broadsword”
Youtuber Chaos311Clarity (aka. Jon) sent us this photo of his .50 Beowulf. He wrote … This is a gun called “Project Broadsword.” Originally assembled in 2011, it has a favorite of mine ever since. Chambered in 50 Beowulf, it really packs a punch. In its current configuration, it is wearing a set of Troy Industries […]
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Upcoming LaRue 2-Stage Trigger and Giveaway
Is anyone here a LaRue fan? If so, you might be excited to know that are bringing a new trigger to market–The MBT (or Meticulously Built Trigger). It is a 2 stage trigger built from S7 Tool Steel. One of the best improvements you can make (aside from shiny new furniture, of course) is upgrading […]
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FN Selling Commercial AR Barrels
FN America announced the company is now selling commercial AR-15 barrels. These hammer-forged barrels are made in the company’s Columbia, SC plant. Barrel lengths range from 14.5″ to 20″ long and range in suggested retail pricing from $349 to $379. From FN America: FN America Launches New AR-15 Commercial Barrel Line FN Cold Hammer-Forged, Chrome-Lined […]
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Trick Shots With .22 and Shotgun
.22 Plinkster gets together with the Gould Brothers for a little trick shot shooting. .22 Plinkster is known for his remarkable marksmanship with .22LR firearms. I was most impressed with his trick shot of shooting a round and then shooting the brass that was ejected. The Gould Brothers are no slouches either to manipulating their […]
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