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Tested: Cimarron Model P Jr. Revolver

Tuesday, February 19th 2019 10:30 AM

Tested: Cimarron Model P Jr. Revolver
Not long ago, in a part of town not too far away, I walked into a local gun shop to meet with the gunsmiths on staff. While waiting my turn, I noticed a somewhat unusual single-action revolver being handled by the staff. It caught my eye because of its size. It looked to be a scaled-down version of the typical Pre-War frame replicas I've seen chambered in big-bore cartridges like the .45 Colt. I asked if I could take a look, and the staff member kindly obliged....

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Kimber’s New EVO SP (CS) – SHOT Show 2019

Tuesday, January 22nd 2019 06:50 AM

Kimber’s New EVO SP (CS) – SHOT Show 2019
Kimber Manufacturing is known for making firearms that are both high quality and good looking, and the new EVO SP fits both of those categories. There’s also a CS version which comes out of the Custom Shop. This 9mm pistol boasts a 7-round extended magazine which is interchangeable with the Micro 9, and there’s an 8-round mag coming soon. The magazine (not pictured) extends the grip and provides a positive grip for those with larger hands.

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Going the Distance with the New Performance Center T/C LRR

Saturday, December 8th 2018 03:08 PM

Going the Distance with the New Performance Center T/C LRR
I was ready to rock ‘n roll earlier this month when I made my way to central Texas to try my hand at a 1000-yard target with the new Long-Range Rifle (LRR) from Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center and Thompson/Center. Advances in manufacturing have closed the gap between average consumers and long-range shooting, and out-of-the-box options like the LRR have put 1000+ yard targets within reach. Chassis rifles have become especially popular, and the Performance Center T/C’s new offering is a great choice. Feature-rich and well-made, the LRR promises excellent accuracy and total customizability. I hoped I could pull it out of the box and go the distance even in less-than-ideal long-range shooting conditions — I wasn’t disappointed.

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In-State vs. Out-of-State Hunting

Monday, December 3rd 2018 04:35 PM

In-State vs. Out-of-State Hunting
Home is definitely where the heart is and hunting is no exception to that. Some of my spots are like second homes to me—not just because of how much I frequent them—but because of how comfortable I am there. I know every rock, rub and game trail in the area. I know where I am going to sleep, how long it takes to hike to certain destinations and what time of year and where I can expect to see critters. Those are just a few advantages of returning to these areas. They also hold so much sentimental value to me. These are the spots that shaped me into the hunter I am today. They are the reason I hunt the way that I do. Someday, I hope to bring my future kids to these spots to show them things like where dad shot his first bear or where I saw my first bugling bull. There is nothing like home sweet home.

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Introducing the Springfield Armory SAINT Edge AR-15 Pistol – Review

Monday, November 19th 2018 04:35 PM

Introducing the Springfield Armory SAINT Edge AR-15 Pistol – Review
There are different categories of price points and qualities when it comes to firearms and I see them as follows: budget, standard, and high-end. Every feature that Springfield Armory chose to incorporate into this pistol has quality in mind, putting the new SAINT Edge in my “high-end” category.

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How To Choose A Rifle Scope

Saturday, November 17th 2018 04:25 PM

How To Choose A Rifle Scope
In order to significantly improve your accuracy, choosing the right rifle scope for the rifle and your purposes can make all the difference.

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The Ruger Model 77 Rifle Turns 50

Friday, November 16th 2018 04:48 PM

The Ruger Model 77 Rifle Turns 50
On the heels of its .44 Mag. (1959) and 10/22 (1964) semi-automatic carbines, plus the classy No. 1 single-shot (1966), Ruger was still fairly new to the long-gun business when it introduced the Model 77 in 1968. From what was a modest launch—an economical ($160) short-action offered in .22-250 Rem., .243 Win., 6 mm Rem. and .308 Win.—the subsequent half-century of production has progressed through three distinct generational periods. During the run it has been rendered in scores of model variations spanning rimfire, center-fire and muzzleloader platforms, and nearly 60 different chamberings ranging from .17 HM2 to .458 Lott. Perhaps the Model 77 never quite caught up in terms of lore and overall sales to the Winchester Model 70 and Remington Model 700, but its history suggests that Ruger strived to outdo the big boys in its sheer number and variety of innovative applications.

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The PIAT Gun That Saved the World: “It Was Rubbish, Really.”

Thursday, November 8th 2018 05:50 PM

The PIAT Gun That Saved the World: “It Was Rubbish, Really.”
At 0200 on June 6, 1944, Sergeant Charles “Wagger” Thornton lay concealed underneath a pile of debris panting in the darkness. He was deployed alongside a building on a tight little French street that defined the approaches to the bridges over the Orne River and the Caen Canal. He had been in place only three minutes when the first German tank rumbled slowly into view by the light of nearby flames.

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Turn Your AR Lower into a Pistol Caliber Carbine: Stern Defense Conversion Kit

Thursday, November 8th 2018 05:27 PM

Turn Your AR Lower into a Pistol Caliber Carbine: Stern Defense Conversion Kit
Stern Defense makes great AR magazine well adapters and conversion kits which turn your AR Lower into a Pistol Caliber Carbine. They come in 9mm versions for Glock, Beretta and M&P magazines, but the one that caught my eye uses S&W M&P .45 ACP mags. Mag-AD series adapters install in seconds, just like an AR magazine.

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6 Guns To Look For In a Buyer's Market

Friday, November 2nd 2018 12:24 PM

6 Guns To Look For In a Buyer's Market
New shooting enthusiasts and first-time gun owners often have their interest in firearms sparked by one particular facet of the shooting sports. But once the gun bug bites, it's only natural to feel a desire to explore more shooting endeavors. Thanks to a current favorable climate when it comes to our 2nd Amendment rights, we have at long last returned to a buyer's marketplace. Dealers’ shelves are well-stocked with a variety of options at reasonable prices. This means now is a great time to try something new. Each of the following guns will provide new shooters with important operational experience. Someone who understands how to run at least one gun in each of these categories will have a basic understanding of how to use just about every make and model that can be purchased at local outdoor retailers.

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