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(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) There’s no doubt that the USW (Universal Service Weapon)-A1 by Switzerland-based B&T AG got some attention when it was showcased at SHOT Show this year. Initially introduced in Europe last year, the company has made it available in the United States. via its American subsidiary, B&T USA. RELATED STORY: 8 Industry Experts […]
Loading magazines can be the biggest pain in the ass when it comes to shooting especially with my AR9. I really love my AR9. It’s cheap to shoot, I can take it to any indoor range, and it’s perfect for training new shooters who need something more than a 22 LR, but less than a […]
By Sheriff Jim Wilson The .44 Special cartridge is the result of cartridge evolution initiated by Smith & Wesson. It actually began with the .44 Russian cartridge, which drove a 246 gr. Bullet at about 750fps. Smith & Wesson wanted to develop a similar cartridge that would make use of the relatively new smokeless powder, […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Angstadt Arms of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a newer company that specializes in making AR-15-style carbines, pistols and short-barreled rifles (SBRs) that use Glock magazines and dedicated receivers rather than a mil-spec design. Angstadt’s firearms are chambered in 9mm, .40 S&W or .357 SIG, and the company also makes select-fire […]
Can you reload 22 ammunition? That is the question I asked in my first article and our first look at the 22 reloader kit. I was slightly skeptical but was somewhat surprised at the kit. The kit itself does allow you to reload 22 caliber rimfire ammunition. I’m going to answer a few questions I had about […]
My first impression of the Barrett MRAD (Multi-Role Adaptive Design) straight out of the box was that Barrett had designed a beautiful rifle. The rifle I received for my evaluation was a bolt action chambered for .338 Lapua Magnum. The concept behind Barrett’s MRAD system, is that it provides the shooter with an adaptable modular […]
(Article courtesy of Breach Bang Clear) Actually Listening to End-Users: Trijicon How many times has a product come out that made you say, “What the hell were they thinking?” Experienced shooters can quickly spot a bad product, marketing ploy or something that serves no purpose other than to look good. Trijicon wants to change the […]
There are a lot of gun belts on the market. I’ve used most of them to some extent or another for varying periods of time. My go to is a simple thick leather belt or The Wilderness instructor belt (5 stitch). I use them because they give where needed and are stiff enough to support […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Sig Sauer’s SIG HT hunting line is now available in .308 Win, the New Hampshire-based company has announced. Boasting an all-copper bullet that delivers deep penetration and maximum terminal ballistic performance, SIG HT ammo is a great choice in general for taking down various types of game on your hunt. RELATED STORY: 6 Types of […]
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Glock Professional, a training division of the Austria-based pistol powerhouse that provides classes geared towards LEOs, military, licensed security and other personnel, has expanded its list of available courses with its new Glock Operator Training Course. RELATED STORY: The $13 Glock Trigger Upgrade That’s Actually Worth It An intense, two-day shooting class, the Glock Operator Training Course was […]
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