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The South Carolina Police Shooting
I wrestled with my decision to choose this topic as our shoot-the-shit, for this Friday, principally because of the suffering the Scott family is going through. I can’t begin to imagine loosing a sibling under these circumstances considering it could … Continue reading
MAGPUL Introduces The Hunter X-22 Stock For The Ruger 10/22 Rifle
Hunter X-22 Stock for Ruger 10/22 Rifles The Magpul Hunter X-22 chassis is a full-featured stock for the Ruger 10/22 pattern rifle. Made from high quality reinforced polymer, the Hunter X-22 features an ergonomic grip, adjustable length of pull … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories
Tagged MAGPUL, Ruger 10/22, stock, X-22
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Visit With Sig Sauer at the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting Booth 925
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Tagged NRA Annual Meeting, NRAAM, SIG SAUER
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Heckler & Koch Announces the New P30SK Subcompact
HK will debut its latest addition to the P30 line, the P30SK Subcompact, at the NRA Annual Meeting (Booth 2041) this coming weekend in Nashville, TN. The new P30SK is one of the smallest HK handguns made and is ideally … Continue reading
Posted in pistols
Tagged 9mm, Heckler & Koch GmbH, HK, P30SK
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LaserLyte Mighty Mouse™
The fine folks at LaserLyte have introduced the Mighty Mouse Laser for all North American Arms .22 Mag Pistols, including the Pug, Black Widow and Side Winder. The Mighty Mouse Laser sight is built from 55% glass filled nylon and … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies
Tagged grip, laser, laserlyte, Mighty Mouse
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POF-USA Says Stop By Booth 1355 While at the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting and Win a Puritan Rifle
WIN THIS RIFLE Stop by booth #1355 at the 2015 NRA Convention to enter. The brand new 7.62×39 Puritan rifle from POF-USA is up for grabs to one lucky winner. As pictured, the lucky winner will take home this … Continue reading
Visit Maxpedition While at the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting
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Tagged Maxpedition, Nashville, NRA, NRA Annual Meeting, NRAAM
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Attending the 2015 NRA Annual Meeting? Be Sure to Visit…
ADAPTIVE TACTICAL Booth: #1311 (Lyman Products) http://www.adaptivetactical.com Visit Adaptive Tactical at the Lyman Products booth to see a host of new product lines for 2015. The entire line of Adaptive Tactical branded RM-4 replacement stocks for the Ruger 10/22 … Continue reading
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Tagged Nashville, NRA Annual Meeting, NRAAM
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Steiner eOptics® Appoints BG US Army (Retired) Howard W. Yellen to its Board of Directors
MONTEREY, CA (April 7, 2015) – Steiner eOptics (formerly Laser Devices Inc.) has appointed BG US Army (Retired) Howard W. Yellen to its Board of Directors. With expertise in strategic planning, business management, marketing and communications, General Yellen will assist … Continue reading
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Tagged Laser Devices, Steiner eOptics
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Surefire Increases Output Of Its M300 Mini Scout Light
Surefire has introduced the new M300 Mini Scout Light®. The ultra-compact light is powered by a single 123A lithium and delivers 300 lumens. Surefire’s patented TIR lens produces a well collimated tightly focused beam of light that’s ideal close to … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged M300, Mini Scout, Surefire, TIR
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Crimson Trace Opens Product Center at NRA’s Annual Meeting
Crimson Trace customers are invited to visit the company’s product center booth to meet Lewis Danielson, the company’s Founder and Chairman of the Board. Danielson will be receiving recognition—the NRA’s Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award—for his significant contribution to the laser … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies
Tagged Crimson Trace, CTC, NRA Annual Meeting
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MSG Frank McRae (USA, Ret) of Raidon Tactics Reviews the Specter Light
Frank McRae is a former SF instructor and NCOIC of SFARTAETC, the Us Army Special Forces Advanced Reconnaissance Target Analysis and Exploitation Techniques Course at Ft. Bragg. During the course of a long and distinguished career he served with the … Continue reading
Posted in Training, Weapon systems
Tagged carbine, Grey Ghost Gear, McRae, Raidon Tactics, Specter Light
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TACTICAL CUTLERY ENTERS YOUR KITCHEN
THE PSYCHO SERIES Your Prosciutto Doesn’t Stand A Chance! The master bladesmiths at Extrema Ratio decided to bring tactical to the kitchen with a professional grade chef’s knife designated the Psycho Series. The Blades are made from tried-and-tested Böhler N690 … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged Extrema Ratio, kitchen, Psycho
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CAA USA Exhibits at National Rifle Association 2015 Annual Meetings & Exhibits
CAA USA offers NRA show attendees and online customers a limited-time discount on Show Special. Tullytown, Pa. (April 2015) – CAA USA will be exhibiting at the National Rifle Association (NRA) 2015 Annual Meetings & Exhibits on April 10 – … Continue reading
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Tagged CAA, Nashville, NRA
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Our Take On Germanwings Co-Pilot Andreas Lubitz
It’s impossible not to sit and wonder what makes an individual summarily kill 149 completely innocent people. In our view, Andreas Lubitz has not only betrayed the solemn responsibility a pilot has for his passengers but in the process set … Continue reading
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Tagged Andreas Lubitz, co-pilot, Germanwings
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Visit EOTech At The NRA Annual Meeting
EOTech is attending the 144th National Rifle Association Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN from April 10th through the 12th and we would love to see you! Visit Booth #2333 to check out the latest in EOTech Holographic Weapon Sights, as … Continue reading
William W. (Bill) Robinson Appointed to Vice President of Sales
Black Creek, GA- April 2, 2015- Daniel Defense is proud to announce that Bill Robinson has been promoted to Vice President of Sales, reporting directly to Marty Daniel, President and CEO. Bill joined Daniel Defense in 2009 and has … Continue reading
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Tagged Bill Robinson, Daniel Defense
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Is Skynet Coming?
I’m a confirmed early adopter. All my life, I’ve embraced technology and used it extensively as an enabler. I seek knowledge of it, ways to apply it and master it. Others express noticeable timidity, suspicion, and in extreme cases irrational … Continue reading
Johnny Dronehunter
The year is 2015 a.d. and man has survived the wars but he faces new and present dangers. Technology which once helped him now hunts him, and liberty is a passing concept. Freedom belongs to those who stand squarely … Continue reading
GEAR REVIEW: Streamlight’s ProTac-1AAA, Don’t Leave Home Without It !
Streamlight’s ProTac-1AAA is the best backup flashlight you’ll ever need. It runs on one alkaline or lithium AAA battery; generating 70 lumens on high and 5 lumens on low with a strobe to boot. Read My Review:
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged Protac, ProTac-1AAA, Streamlight
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TACPROGEAR Becomes Military and Tactical Distributor for LALO Footwear
Boynton Beach, Fla. (March 2015) – Tacprogear, a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe, is pleased to announce that it has become the military and tactical distributor for LALO Footwear. Additionally, LALO has become … Continue reading
Posted in Apparel
Tagged LALO, Tacprogear, TPG
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Pentagon Works To Reduce Its Acquisition Costs
The DoD is looking at revamping its procurement rules to reduce acquisition costs and speed up purchasing of commercial products. In recent years, the Department of Defense has increasingly relied on “currently on the shelf” or COTS purchases to meet the Department’s … Continue reading
Posted in DOD
Tagged acquisition, commercial, COTS
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Bawidamann / RMJ Tactical Collaboration
The first installment of the Bawidamann RAGNAROKS is now available ( now sold out.) It looks like Andrew decided to do two runs with the first coinciding with the new issue of RECOIL magazine featuring a broad survey of the … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged BAWIDAMANN, RAGNAROKS, RMJ Tactical, Tomahawk
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M855 v. M855A1 U.S.M.C. And U.S. Army Differ In Their Opinions.
Rep. Loretta Sanchez, D-Calif., is the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces and she wants to know why the Marine Corps uses the M855 5.56mm round and the Army uses the M855A1. Representative Sanchez comments: … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged Ammunition, Army, Loretta Sanchez, M855, M855A1, Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces, USMC
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The U.S. ARMY IS LOOKING FOR A CLIP-ON THERMAL SIGHT FOR SNIPERS
The U.S. Army Contracting Command issued a solicitation dated 17 March 2015 seeking what it designates as the Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper or FWS. The new thermal sight will work across all sniper system platforms including the M24, … Continue reading
Posted in sights, Sniper Systems and Tools, Thermal Imaging, Weapon systems
Tagged Army, clip-on, sniper, solicitation, thermal, W91CRB15P0019
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ROB CURTIS OF MILITARY TIMES JOINS EDITORIAL STAFF AT RECOIL MAGAZINE
I’ve followed Rob’s work for quite a few years. He was senior photographer for Military Times. He’s not just a great photographer but he’s a gearhead through and through. Over the years, Rob has done great work for Military Times … Continue reading
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Tagged Kit-Up, magazine, Military Times, recoil, Rob Curtis
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Project ChildSafe Releases New Firearm Safety Video
New Firearm Safety Video First-of-its-kind resource from NSSF encourages open conversations between parents and children about firearm safety NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) today released a new, first-of-its-kind educational resource, the “How to Talk … Continue reading
Posted in NSSF/NRA
Tagged children, ChildSafe, firearm safety
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TPG Awarded $1+Million Ballistic Helmet Contract
Boynton Beach, Fla. (March 2015) – Tacprogear (TPG), a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe, announced today the receipt of a $1+ million dollar award to provide ballistic helmets to a South American Military. TPG … Continue reading
Posted in Ballistic Protection
Tagged ballistic, helmet, Tacprogear
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Grey Ghost Rifle Case
Grey Ghost Gear has but together a rifle case that looks pretty interesting. Their case is lined with hook and loop so you can customize rifle ride positions, add additional patches, pouches, or holsters, the inner body of … Continue reading
Have Some Class For God’s Sake
Welcome to our Friday morning shoot-the-shit. A place in cyberspace where you can participate without worrying about correctness. It is that one time during the week where you can offer any opinion without supporting detail. Hell you can even … Continue reading
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Tagged cigarsm anchovy, Cuba, sailing
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Public Relations Video Of Present Day Russian Military Capabilities.
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Tagged military, RT, Russia, Russian Army
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SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES INNOVATION NETWORK SEMINARY (SOFINS)
SOFINS is an annual event hosted by the French Special Forces community with attendance limited to French and Foreign Special Forces. It’s a great opportunity for information exchange and great liaison. This year the event will be held at Camp … Continue reading
CRIMSON TRACE REVOLVER LASER GRIPS
The greatest defensive weapon ever devised is the compact 6 shooter. They are the personification of reliability and concealability. At the 2015 SHOT Show, manufacturers including Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Taurus and others unveiled several new revolvers. The new offerings … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, pistols
Tagged CTC, laser grips, LG-405
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Silencerco Is Now Offering An Octane Adapter For The CZ Scorpion Evo
Silencerco’s Octane Adapter for the CZ Scorpion EVO threads into the back of the pistol caliber, carbine-rated, Octane and thread mounts 18x1M on the Scorpion’s barrel. M.S.R.P. is $89. Silencerco offers a number of thread patterns. For additional information click … Continue reading
Posted in Suppressors
Tagged CZ Scorpion Evo, Octane, Silencerco
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Concealed Carrie Athletic Shirt Offers Women the Confidence to Carry While Pursuing Outdoor Activities
Roswell, Ga. (March 2015) – Concealed Carrie, designer and manufacturer of fashionable, high-end concealed carry handbags and apparel, introduces just in time for spring, the first ever, women ‘s athletic shirt for women who want the opportunity to protect themselves … Continue reading
BUYING A SLIDE FROM LONE WOLF GETS YOU A BARREL FREE OF CHARGE
This is a last call for those who are wanting to take advantage of Lone Wolf’s free barrel promotion. The deal ends on March 31st. Lone Wolf is offering a $109.95-$149.95 value barrel free with your purchase of an LWD … Continue reading
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Tagged Distributors, Glock, Lone Wolf
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The Palmetto State Welcomes Atlantic Research Marketing Systems, A.R.M.S. Inc.
A.R.M.S. Inc. is leaving its West Bridgewater, MA home and moving operations to South Carolina citing a better business climate. The company expects to complete the move during the first quarter of 2015; however, the unexpected passing of Sharon D. … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Mounts
Tagged A.R.M.S. Inc, armsmounts, Atlantic Research Marketing Systems
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HSGI IS OFFERING A GREAT DEAL ON ITS DOUBLE DECKER TACO IN A-TACS FG
The Double Decker TACO® combines a modular rifle mag pouch with a modular pistol mag pouch into one secure unit. ATACS FG now $10 off. While supplies last!
Posted in Load Bearing
Tagged A-TACS, HSGI, TACO
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MICROTECH SMALL ARMS RESEARCH (MSAR) CLOSES ITS DOORS
Microtech is best know for its knives. In 1994 the company founded the Microtech Small Arms Research, or MSAR, division formally entering the firearms manufacturing business. In 2007 MSAR introduced its first rifle, the STG-556. The American made 5.56 x … Continue reading
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