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Notable Gun Legislation From The 84th Texas Session
Open Carry
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Short & Fat
I would love something like this in 300 Blackout.
Source: https://instagram.com/p/4aMVj1w161/
History’s Greatest Shots Revealed
While the movie American Sniper and its depiction of former US Navy SEAL Chris Kyle are getting all the plaudits from film and television awards, we look back through history to see how snipers of times gone by fare against the modern day hero.
Once considered a pariah of battle by friend and foe alike, adopting camouflage to hide from, and then suddenly ambush, enemies – their methods were seen as sly and underhand. Snipers have evolved however, to become the ideal soldier for the modern battlefield, a specialist in 21st century combat. Highly dedicated and specially trained, a marksmans’ task is now seen as indispensable for the safety of their fellow soldiers in the field.
While there have been countless prolific snipers in military history, we take a look back at some of history’s best. The following list expectedly includes those individuals with the longest confirmed distance in which enemies were taken down, the kill count for those caught between the crosshairs of the past’s deadliest marksmen, but also those which offer unique stories and backgrounds.
Read the rest of the article: http://forces.tv/52897712
H.R.376 – Home-Assembled Firearms Restriction Act of 2015
Home-Assembled Firearms Restriction Act of 2015
Considers as a banned hazardous product under the Consumer Product Safety Act: (1) any firearm receiver casting or firearm receiver blank (do-it-yourself assault weapon) that does not meet the definition of a firearm under the federal criminal code at the point of sale but that can be completed after purchase by the consumer to function as a firearm frame or receiver for a semiautomatic assault weapon or machine gun, or (2) an assault weapon parts kit or machine gun parts kit.
Makes it unlawful to market or advertise any of such weapons for sale on any medium of electronic communications, including over the Internet. Requires marketing or advertising violations to be treated as unfair or deceptive acts or practices under the Federal Trade Commission Act.
https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/house-bill/376/all-info
Pope Says Weapons Manufacturers Can’t Call Themselves Christian
People who manufacture weapons or invest in weapons industries are hypocrites if they call themselves Christian, Pope Francis said on Sunday.
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Strike One Russian Spec Ops Pistol
Earl Green From Phase Line Green Tactical Takes a look at the Arsonal Firearms Strike One Pistol.
Why Choose a Nikon Rifle Scope?
Nikon rifle scopes have always been patronized by experienced hunters and even the newbie in this field. As a hunter emphasized “it’s the ticket to success” in which he was pointing to his freshly purchased Nikon Prostaff Scope. He also further said that his Nikon Prostaff Scope is fog proof, has good light transmission particularly during low light conditions and a terrific price.
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Gov. Greg Abbott To Sign New Gun Laws At Red’s Indoor Range
Gov. Greg Abbott over the weekend will sign bills expanding gun rights. With his signature, legislation will allow people to carry guns on college campuses — and carry handguns out in the open.
The bill-signing is set to happen at Red’s Indoor Range in Pflugerville at 1908 West Pecan St. on Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
Read the rest of the article: http://kxan.com/2015/06/12/gov-greg-abbott-to-sign-new-gun-laws-at-reds-indoor-range/
Prep for Your Child’s First Hunt With These Must-Have Accessories
When it’s time for a kid to go hunting for the first time, it’s just as important that he or she has the right gear as it is for any adult. Taking children hunting is a common outdoor activity shared by families around the country. A Field and Stream survey of children who participate in hunting found that more than 40 percent of kids surveyed hunted more than 30 days out of the year and more than 70 percent reported they were taught to hunt by a parent. Here’s a look at the best accessories you need to prepare for your kid’s first hunting trip:
...Why Crossbows Are The Ultimate Weapon
Crossbows are often thought to be an old weapon that has been replaced by modern rifles. Most people pictures crossbows being used in the days where people met on a battlefield and formed two opposing lines. That is simply not the case with modern technology and materials.
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June 2015 Contests
At the risk of reducing my own chances to win, http://www.weapon-blog.com/contests/ has been updated with all the gun and gear related contests that I am aware of for the month.
Go forth and win… As always, feel free to share wherever you can.
If you are aware of any that are not on the list, please use the form located at http://www.weapon-blog.com/contest-notification/ to get it added to the list.
Tech Used For Stroke Victims Now Helping Soldiers Shoot Straight
Researchers at the US Army Research Lab are testing a carbon-fiber exoskeleton arm originally developed to assist in the rehabilitation of stroke victims as a way to help stabilize firearms and allow soldiers to aim them more accurately. The Mobile Arm eXoskeleton for Firearm Aim Stabilization (MAXFAS) project has thus far only been used in static testing with external hardware, but experiments have shown that it can help improve the aim of soldiers with handguns even after they’ve stopped wearing it.
...Gun Blogs, Videos, Web Forums Threatened By New State Department Regulation
Commonly used and unregulated internet discussions and videos about guns and ammo could be closed down under rules proposed by the State Department, amounting to a “gag order on firearm-related speech,” the National Rifle Association is warning.
In updating regulations governing international arms sales, State is demanding that anyone who puts technical details about arms and ammo on the web first get the OK from the federal government — or face a fine of up to $1 million and 20 years in jail.
Read the rest of the article: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/nra-gun-blogs-videos-web-forums-threatened-by-new-obama-regulation/article/2565762
ATF Rule 1140-AA43
The Department of Justice is planning to finalize a proposed rule to amend the regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regarding the making or transferring of a firearm under the National Firearms Act. As proposed, the rule would; (1) add a definition for the term “responsible person”; (2) require each responsible person of a corporation, trust or legal entity to complete a specified form, and to submit photographs and fingerprints; and (3) modify the requirements regarding the certificate of the chief law enforcement officer (CLEO).
http://reginfo.gov/public/do/eAgendaViewRule?pubId=201504&RIN=1140-AA43