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Daniel Defense (Re)Introduces the DDM4D7
What can we say that Daniel Defense hasn't already said? The only thing better than the introduction is playing the hits one more time! And the Daniel Defense DDM4D7 hits the target hard, not the shooter!
Why You Might Need Multiple Home Defense Plans
If you’re like me, on your nightstand you have a gun in a rapid access safe and at least one flashlight next to it. You will also have developed and practiced a home defense plan with your family so that your actions are second nature should you ever have a home invasion. But, for some people, this still may not be enough.
Meet Eva Shockey at the Walker’s booth #3427 at the NRA Show
Walker’s, pioneers in hearing protection and enhancement, will once again be in attendance at the NRA show along with 650 other exhibitors. Inside the Walker’s booth #3427, attendees can find product, apparel, and some of the biggest household names in the firearm industry, including Eva Shockey.
TRADITIONS Attends NRA Show Debuting its 2016 Product Line
Traditions Performance Firearms will be set up at the NRA show with its entire new 2016 firearms in booth #6525 for consumers to handle. From new rifles to accessories, Traditions has what you are looking for in blackpowder and plinking guns. New Nitride finish rifles will be on display, along with its new Crackshot line. Be sure to check out its new stock kits, cleaning accessories as well as cowboy action revolvers and holsters.
Colt’s 1903 Safety Hammerless is Back!
A handgun that saw much action from its introduction to the end of the Vietnam War was the Colt 1903 Safety Hammerless. Just the right size for comfortable carry, reliable, and more accurate than most any handgun in its class, the Colt was a remarkable handgun on all accounts. The reintroduction lives up to the reputation, but the historical story is what makes it so special. Read the full story to find out why.
Hunter Safety System HSS Hanger Utility Harness
Hanging a tree stand can be tricky. You need to get up the tree, get the stand up the tree, and have about six hands to hold everything you need to attach the stand to the tree—until now. Hunter Safety System has introduced the HSS Hanger Utility Harness, which promises to make hanging stands safer and easier than ever.
Late Season Gobbler Tactics
The mere mention of late spring turkey hunting causes some hunters to cringe, while others relish the heavy foliage and solitude of the latter half of May. It took me years to realize, but my favorite time to hunt turkeys is after the majority of hunters have hung up their vests.
Ruger AR 556
The Ruger AR 556 just may be the most attractive of the mid priced AR-15 rifles. Performance is excellent and invites experimentation.
Allegiance PowerStrike Frangible Ammo
The secret to PowerStrike is its High Energy Transfer (H.E.T.) technology. PowerStrike is a Lead-Free powder metal High Energy Transfer (H.E.T.) round designed to create controlled penetrating fragmentation in soft targets. It is excellent for hunting small, large and dangerous game as it can penetrate thick bone and hide. For tactical applications, it can penetrate light barriers to reach the target while still fragmenting inside the target. Read the full review.
Citadel Cerakote M-1911 in FDE from Legacy Sports International
The entire line of Citadel M-1911's comes with many features found only on higher priced handguns. All models include slide stop with grooves, flared ejection port, skeletonized hammer and trigger, beveled mag well, grip safety with extended beavertail and extended thumb safety.
Throw Back Thursday: How To Buy A Tent
Enjoy this post on what to consider when heading out to buy a new tent for your camping trip. Read on to discover what to look for in a tent, how to shop for one and and strategies to prevent an unpleasant outing. Covers many types of tents for all uses.
The .300 Blackout
The AR-15’s modular design is a big plus for riflemen, and the .300 Blackout cartridge is perhaps the best example of this advantage. However, the .300 Blackout is a popular option for many reasons. First, the conversion works and is reliable. The bugs are worked out, and the rifle will feed function and run with .300 BLK ammunition. Read the article to discover all the reasons you should be shooting the .300 BLK.
Slide Fire SSAR-15 MOD Available in FDE
Half of the fun of building or modifying your AR is enhancing the performance to squeeze out every bit of accuracy and performance. The modular nature of the AR platform makes it the ultimate Lego for adults. The other half is the customization; style points count! Slide Fire Solutions SSAR-15 Mod offers the best of both worlds—enhanced performance with plenty of style.
1,000 Shootings Before May — Should Rahm Emanuel Resign?
The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms today is calling on Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel to resign and "admit his incompetence" after Wednesday's report that there have been 1,000 shootings in Chicago so far this year.
Blaming Criminal Activity on Law-abiding Firearm Dealers
In the name of increasing public safety, legislators seek to mandate elaborate security standards and other costly operating procedures. Legislators, community advocates and anti-gun groups publicly announced the Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Coalition and the Gun Dealer Licensing Act.
You Be the Judge: Does ‘LTC’ Mean License to Chase?
On the Texas Law Shield Facebook page April 24, the group’s lawyers shared a story about an individual with a License to Carry who chased after a group of thieves that had just taken large quantities of merchandise from a store in The Woodlands. The individual ended up opening fire on the thieves’ stolen van in the mall parking lot.
Using the Sling
An old saying is that precision demands lubrication. This means lots of practice. I have taught quite a few shooters in offhand rifle shooting, and in the end, the dedication of the shooter means as much as the skill of the instructor. Using the proper sling wedded to the rifle, the shooter may find it possible to shoot right up to the rifle’s capabilities, if that shooter is willing to practice...
The White House Set to Release new ‘Smart Gun’ Initiative
Based on news reports that a federal report on so-called "smart gun" technology would be issued as soon as today, the National Shooting Sports Foundation, as the trade association for the firearms industry, issues the following statement.
Call to Action: Stop Merrick Garland from Being Confirmed
The NRA-ILA is asking for help and now is the time to step up! President Obama’s strategists are working overtime to secure the crown jewel of his anti-gun legacy: a U.S. Supreme Court that will reverse Heller for all time. The threat is real and without making our voices heard, there is always the chance for the Republican-controlled Senate to crumble on a vote. So, speak up and let your voice be heard.
Range Report: Colt Expanse Carbine AR-15
Colt’s cut-down price leader is still a first-class rifle. The author believes this rifle will be a force on the market.