Springfield Armory has launched their newest firearm, the SAINT. A select number of media guests were hosted by Springfield in Las Vegas, Nevada to get a unique first-hand look at their latest addition, the 5.56 AR-15 they call “The Saint.” Pulling out all the stops, Springfield Armory included range time with some of the world’s […]
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Ruger 10/22 History
2014 marks 50 years of the Ruger 10/22 rifle with over 5 million of them made since it’s creation in 1964. It was introduced as a rimfire companion to the then-new .44 Magnum Carbine and fast forward fifty years later, the 10/22 remains the most popular .22 rifle ever.
Henry Repeating Arms: A Look into America’s Rifle
This new show reviews the entire line of Henry rifles including some never before seen models including single shots, shotguns, and more!
The American AK: Century Arms C39 V2 SBR
Daniel Shaw takes a quick look at the Century Arms C39 V2 SBR variant of the finest American AK47 on the market made by Century Arms. Aside from it’s country of origin, the features built into this rifle make it incredibly smooth to shoot.
Inside the AK-47
Larry Vickers takes a look inside the popular AK-47. Larry is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant.
Origin-12 shotgun with a 30-round drum mag is the definition of OVERKILL
Fostech’s Origin 12 shotgun is an impressive platform with AR-15-style ergonomics and durablity, with the ability to accept a host of tactical modifications. By itself, there’s no question it’s a mean piece of firepower. But when you mount a Silencerco Salvo suppressor on the muzzle, pop a Trijicon RX30 sight on the top rail, and […]
GLOCK Releases Single Stack 9mm Concealed Carry – The New G43
SMYRNA, Ga – (Mar. 20, 2015) – Today GLOCK, Inc. announced the release of the new GLOCK single stack slimline 9mm pistol, the GLOCK 43. The G43 is the most highly desired and anticipated pistol release in GLOCKs history. Designed to be the answer to everyday concealed carry needs, the G43 is ultra-concealable, accurate, and […]
Bond Villain Overshadowed With Two Barrels
This past summer, action movie fans huddled around YouTube to watch the second trailer for the new James Bond movie, SPECTRE. I felt a little sorry for Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy, Riddick, and of course the WWE) when his reveal as SPECTRE operative and tough guy Mr. Hinx was overshadowed by his pistol, […]
The Best Gun Movie Ever: Westerns
The Western film is not only the most recent common ancestor for all of shooter cinema, but arguably the original action film genre, and as uniquely American as the single action revolver, lever action rifle and side-by-side shotguns that star in them. Fueled by the genre’s popularity in pulp magazines and novels, the Silent Film […]
The Guns of Hinx
The Arsenal Firearms of Italy AF-2011 Dueller Prismatic Double Barrel Pistol from Arsenal Firearms Stars in James Bond SPECTRE This past summer, action movie fans huddled around YouTube to watch the second trailer for the new James Bond movie, SPECTRE. I felt a little sorry for Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy, Riddick, and of course the […]
Finding Sponsors
“Ask not what your sponsor can do for you! But what you can do for your sponsor!” If I had a dime for every time I was asked this question of how I was able to get sponsorship, I would not need to be sponsored. There are so many people getting in to competitive sports […]
2015 World Long Range / Palma Championships
Germany, Great Britain, New Zealand, Australia, Japan, West Indies, Channel Islands and Canada brought their countries best long range shooters to the Unites States this August. We, the United States, hosted The World long Range and Palma Championships. 450 of the best long range, iron sight shooters in the world in one place. This is […]
The Guns Of Hawaii Five-0, Then And Now
Some pieces of pop culture are enormous enough to make craters, not just impacts. Even kindergarteners and Kalahari Bushmen recognize “Book ‘em, Danno.” and The Ventures driving theme song of drums and horns from CBS’s landmark television show Hawaii Five-O. Debuting in 1968, the series raised the standard for what audiences expected from their weekly […]
MasterPiece Arms Unveils Limited Edition MPA935DMG-LTD9mm Pistol
MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles, proudly announces a limited edition run of the MPA935DMG-LTD from the new DMG (Defender, Machined Grip) Series. There will only be 100 of the limited edition mini 9 pistols produced, each engraved with “x of 100” […]
What Energy Source Are You Using?
In the fitness and exercise world there are three main energy systems that our bodies use depending on the type of exercise being done. Knowing the basics of each and how they produce energy can help achieve the next level of fitness. Our bodies are complicated machines and must be given the appropriate food and […]
I’m not entirely comfortable calling shooting prairie dogs in Wyoming “hunting”, it seems like actual hunting is probably a lot more difficult. I am, however, entirely comfortable calling shooting prairie dogs in Wyoming “fun” if perhaps a bit morbid. I really didn’t know what to expect when I showed up at the Hanging Bull Lodge […]
Thompson Center Encore Pro Hunter Platform
The Thompson Center Encore Pro Hunter is a configurable single shot rifle and pistol platform available in a wide variety of calibers. Available in more than one hundred different configurations, the Pro Hunter is designed for selective hunters who want the right platform for whatever hunt they may be embarking on. We Like Recently, I […]
In Motion Targets – Precision Rifle Clinic
Our six hour drive to Colville in the northeastern part of Washington State seemed to take forever, but when we arrived we quickly realized it was worth every mile; it is a gorgeous, mountainous region along the Columbia River. My husband Charles and I signed up for a three-day precision rifle clinic with instructor Carl […]
The Ruger 3” LCRx
The latest version of the Ruger Lightweight Revolver, the Ruger LCRx with a 3” barrel, transforms the design from a snub-nose carry gun into a handy general purpose revolver. The innovative LCR design has been a hit with shooters since the original Ruger LCR .38 Special +P was released in 2009. That design was optimized […]
Ruger Redefines the AR Platform Again with the SR-556 Takedown
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to introduce the new Ruger® SR-556® Takedown autoloading rifle, an innovative twist on an already innovative rifle. Compact and easy to maintain, the SR-556 Takedown sets a new standard for the modern sporting rifle. Like the popular Ruger 10/22 Takedown®, the SR-556 Takedown was designed with […]
Alien Gear Holsters New ‘Cloak Tuck’ 3.0 IWB Holster
Alien Gear Holsters has revolutionized the concealed carry industry once again with their new and improved ‘Cloak Tuck’ 3.0 iwb concealed carry holster. Designed for even greater comfort and concealment, the ‘Cloak Tuck’ 3.0 features a lightweight design, soft neoprene fabric, ballistic nylon, and a stainless spring-steel core. Alien Gear Holsters worked with a team […]
Fit For the Chase
Are you fit for the chase? What chase you ask? Well, it all depends on what your profession is. Law enforcement protecting our streets? Military personnel waging war against those who want to decimate our great country? Competitive shooters running through various competitions and courses? Avid hunters dragging game back to base camp? Or maybe […]
The Black Rifle: The Film Career Of The AR-15
Try this one on for size: The AR-type rifle has been in front-line U.S. military service since 1962, not only longer than any other one rifle design, but longer than the 45 year span that our soldiers were armed with metallic cartridge repeating bolt-action rifles, and longer than the 52 years the .30-06 Springfield was […]
A Girl & A Gun Conference 2015
Nearly 300 women descended on Marble Falls, Texas by trains, planes and automobiles, for the 3rd Annual National Firearm Training Conference put on by A Girl and A Gun. Julianna Crowder, founder of A Girl and A Gun Club (AGAG) hired a crew of professional firearm and motivational instructors of many disciplines. AGAG has affiliated […]
The Long Range Operators Challenge 2015
To improve a skill you must challenge that skill. Proficiency increases when you put a demand on your system of self and gear. Competition is an outstanding way to test your setup and skills, and importantly to learn what works well and what does not under pressure. You may consider a competition to be intimidating. […]
