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Buy A Trijicon Thermal Optic, Get A Free Tenmile Riflescope
Purchase a new Trijicon REAP-IR 3 or IR-HUNTER 2 scope through one of the company’s Electro Optics retailers before February 1, and you qualify to receive a select model of a Trijicon Tenmile riflescope. A special web page provides terms and conditions, along with a convenient application form for electronic submission of claims and required …
Tango With Tension
It is said, and rightfully so, that tension is the killer of performance. When it comes to pushing yourself to a higher level of shooting performance, skill and talent fall somewhere between a science and art. Those seeking to meet a certain standard or pass a known qualification are aware …
UT: OPPOSE BACKGROUND CHECK EXPANSIONS!
Background check expansions are on the move in the “Industry” State and we’re counting on you to help block H.B. 225 & 226 leaving the House Committee on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice today at 2:00 PM! H.B. 225 requires agencies to run a background check when returning a firearm to an individual from evidence. …
ND: PASS CAMPUS CARRY AND ANTI-RED FLAG BILLS!
I have good news! Bills to stop Red Flags (HB 1401) and allow Campus Carry (HB 1404) are coming up for a vote in the North Dakota House Energy and Natural Resources Committee on Friday, January 26th at 2:15 PM. But neither of these bills will get reported from committee unless …
Ballistics 101
The study of ballistics incorporates internal ballistics, external ballistics and terminal ballistics. There are many assumptions associated with each area of study. Some are myths, some are like old wives’ tales and others just come from lack of knowledge. By virtue of my experience and vocation, I’ve learned a lot …
New for 2023: Fiocchi Speed sTEAL
Fiocchi has expanded its Flyway offerings with Speed sTEAL shotshells. Boasting dense patterns for terminal performance Speed sTEAL is developed specifically for early-season teal hunting. Available in 2 3/4-inch 12-gauge, Speed sTEAL blends plated steel shot with matched powders and protective wads to create a load designed for performance on quick-moving, …
First Look: Bond Arms Rawhide .22 LR
The new Bond Arms Rawhide .22 LR pistol is durable and ideal as an everyday carry handgun or for varmint control. The Rough & Tumble-finished steel is durable and handsome, making the .22 LR Rawhide handgun tastefully rugged. The double-barrel design fits right in hand, while the precision action and trigger are …
Kahr P9: Designed For Personal Protection
Justin Moon was hooked once his older brother took him target shooting for the first time. The 14-year-old was eager to master the skills, learn more about firearms and by age 18, he already had his New York State concealed-carry permit. The pistols available at the time for everyday carry …
The Colt Peacemaker: Hollywood’s Shooting Star
William Boyd (above, l.), as Hopalong Cassidy, carried two 5½”-barreled, nickeled Colts in an elaborate double rig designed by the late Bob Brown. Hoppy’s sixguns were actually in mismatched .45 and .44-40 chamberings—but that didn’t matter, as only 5-in-1 blanks were fired in them. Richard Boone (above, r.), as Paladin in …
Colt’s Pythons: Then & Now
Colt’s Python is one of several “snake guns” produced by the company throughout the 20th century and into the 21st century, and in recent years, the company has re-introduced these iconic revolvers in a new guise. The old guns, which started production in 1955, continue to be incredibly popular among collectors, …