Franklin Armory is resuming production and sales of its Reformation firearm. Based on the ruling issued last month in its prevailing lawsuit against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the company will begin shipping a variety of Reformation model configurations to dealers for sale to consumers. The Reformation features Franklin Armory’s patented straight-cut land-and-groove design and is classified ...
Meprolight is rolling out new three accessories designed to improve your shooting experience using red dot sights. The MPO PRO-F Direct RMR Mounting Plate allows the direct mounting of the MPO Pro F enclosed pistol optic onto Glock MOS standard and large frame pistols, as well as FN 509, HK VP9OR, and IWI Masada pistols. CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with ...
A point we might all agree on is that to succeed in most any physical skill, practice is essential. This remains true no matter if we want to be at our best shooting a basketball, playing a musical instrument or running a pistol. While some people might be blessed with superior hand/eye coordination and pick up the game a little ...
In the beginning, collapsible AR-15 carbine stocks were essentially nothing more than basic-shaped pieces of plastic or aluminum that covered a carbine’s receiver extension and provided the shooter with an angled surface to place their shoulder. As duty-oriented long guns started evolving from fixed-stock, M16-style rifles toward carbines with collapsible stocks, so did the design of those stocks. Now, AR-15 ...
We take a look at the history of the National Firearms Act, making and apprehending criminals through tax laws since 1934. A hand-processed, paper-intensive, firearm background check system that costs Americans millions of dollars annually to implement is no doubt an archaic way of doing business today. But few, if any, people have ever suggested that government processes are the ...
A quick look at the speedy but moody .17 Remington. The .17 Remington was introduced in 1971 as a new chambering for Remington’s 700 series bolt-action rifles. The case is based on the .223 Remington necked-down to .17 caliber, with the shoulder moved back .087 inch to lengthen the neck while retaining the same shoulder angle. The .17 Remington is ...
Codenamed Operation Urgent Fury, the United States invasion of Grenada is perceived by some as a minor military engagement during the Cold War. However, the conflict was more important than many people might realize. BTR-60 “028” after it was knocked out and pushed off the road by the Rangers. Image: NARA What may have also escaped the notice of most Americans ...
Long-range precision shouldn’t be complicated to discuss, yet it often comes down to the individual experience of a student or instructor. Numerous noteworthy developments, such as weather meters, have improved the science of placing rounds on target at a more precise distance. Yet, relatively few instructors can provide a holistic approach to the complex problem of long-range marksmanship. Travis McCamish ...
Falco Holsters is introducing a new collection of leather gun belts that combine good looks with features designed for everyday carry. “Falco Holsters is known for blending old-world craftsmanship with innovative new features,” said Martin Lukacko, marketing manager at Falco Holsters. “With our new leather gun belt collection, we’re bringing that same spirit to one of the most essential elements ...
For a low-Power, variable optic (LPVO), field-of-view (FOV) is more than just a specification, it’s the difference between spotting a target in time or missing it entirely. This is why the new Thrive HD 1-8×24 from ZeroTech USA is designed with one of the widest FOVs in its class. Imagine tracking a fast-moving target through dense brush or scanning open ...