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Smith & Wesson M&P22 Compact
15% more compact than the previous M&P22
Using a Mounted Light for Home Defense
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Ten Things You Learn by Carrying a Gun Every Day
Reflecting on my experiences carrying a gun daily for near a couple of decades, I figured out that I’ve learned a couple of things. Here’s a short list.
Read the rest of the article: http://fishgame.com/2014/08/ten-things-you-learn-by-carrying-a-gun-every-day/
Light Blogging
I’ll be in a location classified as the most hostile network in the world this week, so posting will be extremely light. Regular updates will resume August 11.
Unfortunately, this means that the monthly contest list will not be updated until August 11 as well. Apologies in advance for that. If you’ve got any tips on contests, please do let me know at http://www.weapon-blog.com/contest-notification/.
Thanks, and see you next week.
Man Shoots Himself While Posing For A ‘Selfie’
A young Mexican man has died after accidentally shooting himself in the head while posing for a “selfie” with a loaded gun.
...July Ammo Man Contest Winner
There were a total of 377 unique participants in the contest after I sorted alphabetically and removed duplicate email addresses.
Utilizing the random number generator at random.org provided me with a winner.
And the winner is…
Kalib Baggett
Looking at my spreadsheet revealed the winner to be Kalib Baggett. I’ve contacted Kalib, and if I do not hear from him in ten days I will draw another winner.
Thank you to all who participated in the July Ammo Man contest.
BREAKING: Judge Orders DOJ to Release Fast and Furious Documents Withheld From Congress Under Obama Executive Privilege Claim
Thanks to a Freedom of Information Act Lawsuit pursued against the Department of Justice by government watchdog Judicial Watch, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has ruled documents being withheld from Congress under President Obama’s claim of executive privilege must be turned over. Obama made the claim on the same day Attorney General Eric Holder was voted in criminal and civil contempt of Congress in June 2012.
...The Story Behind Lehigh Defense Controlled Chaos
In 2011, Lehigh Defense was approached by a park management agency and asked to design a more environmentally-friendly high-terminal-performance bullet to assist in their animal culling efforts. While previous lead bullets had acceptable terminal performance, the agency wanted to evolve to a more ecologically sound solution.
...Tatiana Whitlock on Personal Protection: Carrying in Different Outfits
In this week’s Tips & Tactics episode, Tatiana Whitlock advises how to practice carrying in different types of clothing so you don’t print (show your firearm), and so you’ll feel more confident. Tatiana is a Refuse to Be a Victim® and NRA-certified basic pistol instructor, trained range safety officer, Krav Maga student and self-defense expert.
Gun Retailers, Payday Lenders Out Of Choke Point’S Crosshairs
Gun retailers are no longer on a hit list deemed “high risk” by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. after the banking regulator formally withdrew Monday the list it put together that outlined what merchants may be considered risky for banks to do business with as part of the Obama administration’s “Operation Choke Point.”
...Remington R51 Pistol Product Update
From Remington:
Earlier this year, we launched the innovative R51 subcompact pistol to critical acclaim. During testing, numerous experts found the pistol to function flawlessly. In fact, they found it to have lower felt recoil, lower muzzle rise and better accuracy and concealability than other products in its class.
However, after initial commercial sales, our loyal customers notified us that some R51 pistols had performance issues. We immediately ceased production to re-test the product. While we determined the pistols were safe, certain units did not meet Remington’s performance criteria. The performance problems resulted from complications during our transition from prototype to mass production. These problems have been identified and solutions are being implemented, with an expected production restart in October.
Anyone who purchased an R51 may return it and receive a new R51 pistol, along with two additional magazines and a custom Pelican case, by calling Remington at (800) 243-9700.
The new R51 will be of the same exceptional quality as our test pistols, which performed flawlessly.
D.C. Carry Update
A 90 day stay has been granted in the Palmer vs D.C. case. Our nation’s capital enjoyed two days of constitutional carry. At this juncture, both open and concealed carry are illegal once again.
Report Says Pentagon Has Lost Track Of Thousands Of Firearms Given To Afghan Forces
The Pentagon has been unable to locate more than 40 percent of the firearms it has provided to Afghan security forces at a cost of $626 million, according to a report by a government oversight agency made public Monday.
...11th Circuit: Constitutional To Bar Doctors From Asking Patients About Firearm Ownership
On July 25 the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit “eliminated the injunction” against the enforcement of Florida’s “gun gag” law, which restricts doctors from asking patients if they own a firearm unless asking is necessary to a patient’s treatment.
...HK 121
Universal Machine Gun. Modular. Reliable. Superior.As the successor of the MG3, The HK121 opens a new era of universal belt fed 7.62 mm x 51 machine guns. Compared to others, the gas operated HK121 offers an intelligent and contemporary build standard, with numerous technical and ergonomic innovations. The mounting interface of the HK121 is compatible with MG3 mounts and tripods already in service. The universal HK121 can be used by dismounted infantry in the ground role, as well as for air defence or as a vehicle mounted/co axial machine gun.
Grenade vs Bullet
An Israeli soldier is alive today thanks to the “miracle” grenade which saved his life in Gaza.
Israel’s Channel 2 News reported that a bullet fired by a Palestinian militant shooting an AK-47 missed the soldier’s body, instead slamming into a hand grenade in one of his pockets.
Read the rest of the article: http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2014/07/28/miracle-in-gaza-incredible-story-involving-a-bullet-and-a-grenade-that-saved-a-soldiers-life/