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The Maxim PDW Rifle Goes to Gunsite Academy
Having been around shooting for some time now, I’ve found it harder and harder to get excited about a new cartridge or platform. So when I first encountered the Maxim Defense PDX in the pages of a gun magazine I was surprised that I WAS excited. A hard-hitting, tiny carbine shooting 7.62×39 …
Gun Skills | Defensive Shooting
Col. Jeff Cooper taught us that the elements of accuracy, power and speed must be in balance to prevail in a defensive-shooting situation. You must make accurate hits—blazing away and missing gets you nothing! The power element suggests your pistol should be capable of delivering a fight-stopping blow. But there …
First Look: Hornady Rapid Safe Keypad Vault
The Rapid security vault line from Hornady Security provide for day or night access to firearms that is quick, dependable and touch-free. The new Rapid Safe Keypad Vault is a budget-friendly option for securing up to two handguns, ammo and other valuables, yet still provides the advanced features included in all Hornady …
Kimber Hunter Pro Desolve Blak
This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Kimber Hunter Pro Desolve Blak. This week, we’re taking a closer look at the Kimber Hunter Pro Desolve Blak. Based around the company’s classic 84M action, this controlled-round-feed rifle boasts a Mauser claw extractor and a three-position Model 70-type wing safety. A factory-adjustable trigger comes standard, …
10 Little-Known Facts About Mausers
Everyone knows the name “Mauser” and the bolt action rifles associated with it. Here are 10 facts you may not have known were associated with the Mauser story: One: There Were Two Mausers – Paul And Wilhelm Brothers Wilhelm Mauser (right) and Paul Mauser (left). Buy All-American! Bring health and …
Washington: 10 Round Magazine Ban Passes Out of Legislature as Anti-Gun Lawmakers Ignore Strong Opposition
Late Friday evening, the final vote for 10-round magazine ban legislation, Senate Bill 5078, was held. Despite overwhelming opposition during committee hearings, public comment, calls, emails, and hours of heartfelt debate on the chamber floors – anti-gun legislators proceeded to vote 55-42, passing the measure to the Governor’s desk. NRA Members …
Firearms Of Olympic Gold Medalist Lones Wigger Going To Auction
Firearms from the estate of the late Olympic gold medalist Lones Wigger will be going up for auction starting March 6, 2022. Lones was one of the best (some even argue the best) competitive riflemen to have taken aim for the U.S. team. He was a part of the Olympic …
Preivew: Competition Electronics Pocket Pro II
From the makers of the original Pro Shot timer, Competition Electronics has updated its highly regarded and American-made Pocket Pro. Handy and lightweight, and powered by a single 9V alkaline battery, the Pocket Pro II has large buttons, an intuitive menu, LCD display and 1.5-kHz buzzer for ease of use. …
DIY Workbench: 7 Simple Steps
If you do any kind of work on your guns, you need an appropriate place to do it. The bench outlined here has a very smooth top that makes it easy to pick up and manipulate small pieces. A Columbia woodworking vise on one end and a bench vise on …
The HK416: Heckler & Koch’s Improved Fighting Rifle
Heckler & Koch specifically designed its HK416 to meet the demands of America’s elite armed forces. Development began sometime in the 1990s, and in 2004, it replaced the M4s carried by Delta Force. The firearm’s most famous appearance to date was likely 2011 with SEAL Team 6, when Osama bin Laden’s …