The Century Series jets came into being in the heady days after World War II. Aviation, and combat aviation specifically, evolved rapidly and breaking the sound barrier was one of the first achievements accomplished. Delta wing configurations and guided missiles were also developed. Many of the advanced technologies we have today were pioneered then. Century Series refers to a group of U.S. ...
One of the Century Series of aircraft, the Convair F-102 Delta Dagger is one of the great Cold War interceptors that blended speed, new design concepts and modern guided missiles to blunt the danger from nuclear-capable Soviet bombers and other threats. Frequently called “The Deuce,” the F-102A Delta Dagger was the world’s first operational supersonic, all-weather aircraft and used a ...
If you want to suppress a pistol and still hit your mark, you’re probably going to have to rethink your sight situation. Let’s get this right out in the open: A suppressed pistol for personal protection has limited application. This is, of course, because in most personal protection situations, the ability to comfortably conceal the pistol is paramount … and ...
Police in Albuquerque are investigating the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy as a potential case of justifiable homicide. The incident occurred after a group of teens reportedly tried to force entry into an apartment, leading the resident to open fire in defense of his family. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE ALBUQUERQUE, NM (2-minute read) — A deadly altercation late Friday ...
In today’s article, Andy Grossman reviews the TACRIG FLEX holster. The carry rig is an interesting blend of materials and design that allow you to securely carry your defensive handgun in a wide variety of ways. TACRIG provided the holster to Grossman for review. If you carry a gun, I’m sure you have struggled with holsters at one point in ...
If you want the best can for the job, you need to consider a suppressor’s materials alongside its baffle design, construction and features. Suppressors have been slowly and steadily entering the mainstream discussion in hunting, range use and general recreation during the past 15 years or so. The technology from the “golden” days of gun sales during the Obama administration ...
Compact suppressors for centerfire rifle cartridges are the most popular suppressors, and they come in a variety of configurations. We hit the range with four different rifle suppressors—the MeatEater, Backcountry, Trash Panda and Silent Bandit—to see how they compare. Throughout time, various trends have left their mark on the history of firearms. While these trends might have various origins, consumers ...
A fatal shooting in Hardeeville, SC, is now believed to have been a case of self-defense. Police say an armed citizen acted lawfully when he shot a man suspected of attempting multiple assaults. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE HARDEEVILLE, SC (3-minute read) — A Monday night shooting in Hardeeville ended with one man dead and police now saying it was likely ...
Springfield Armory has just announced the optics-ready 1911 TRP AOS series, available in both .45 ACP and 9mm in two different sizes. Springfield Armory has just upgraded and expanded its 1911 TRP series with eight new models. Based on the Springfield 1911 used by the FBI’s HRT, the 1911 TRP will now be available in 9mm and in an optics-ready ...