Archive for August, 2009
Buffalo Bore’s .45 Auto Rim
Posted by: | CommentsBuffalo Bore is now manufacturing the .45 Auto Rim in four loadings: two standard pressure and two “+P”.
In standard pressure, you can get a 200 gr JHP at a little over 1000 fps (444+ ft-lb) out of a 4″ S&W revolver. The 255 gr hard cast FP is clocking almost 870 fps (410+ ft-lb) out of the same 4″ Smith.
With the “+P” designation, the 200 JHP is sizzling at almost 1200 fps (635 ft-lb) out of the 4″ S&W. The hard cast 255 gr FP is moving at more than 1030 fps (570+ ft-lb). These are amazing numbers. It should be noted that there is not a SAAMI specification for “+P” in the .45 Auto Rim. Consequently, use only a modern firearm with the +P ammunition. Buffalo Bore does state that the +P loads are safe to use in all post-WWII revolvers chambered for the .45 ACP. Read More→
Trijicon Advanced Thermal Weapon Sight (ATWS)
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From Trijicon:
Trijicon, Inc.®, the world leader in Brilliant Aiming SolutionsTM and combat optics, is proud to announce its development of the latest-generation, cutting-edge Advanced Trijicon Thermal Weapons SightTM (ATWS) for small arms use.
The Trijicon ATWS is the first high-definition (640×480 pixel) small arms mounted, uncooled thermal sight in the world. It is also smaller and lighter than most current lower-definition weapons-mounted
thermal sights available on the market. Read More→
Man Carries Rifle at Obama Town Hall Meeting
Posted by: | Comments…and nothing happened.
Knight Rifles Recalls Revolution and Revolution II Rifles
Posted by: | CommentsFrom Knight Rifles:
Knight Rifles has received a small number of reports from the field of Revolution muzzleloading rifles accidentally discharging as the user closed the action. While there were no reports of personal injury, we asked those customers to return their rifles to us for inspection.
Although we were unable to duplicate the claimed accidental firings in most of the rifles, we have instituted this recall for ALL Revolution and Revolution II rifles to allow us to inspect and repair the trigger mechanisms. Even if you have never had a problem with your Revolution or Revolution II rifle, you should not use your rifle until you have returned it to us for inspection and repair under the recall program. This recall only applies to Revolution and Revolution II rifles, and does not apply to any other models of Knight muzzleloaders. Read More→
2009 Gun Rights Policy Conference
Posted by: | CommentsThe 2009 Gun Rights Policy Conference is coming up quickly. The event, sponsored by the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), is scheduled for September 25-27, 2009 in St. Louis, MO.
The 2009 Gun Rights Policy Conference is the 24th annual conference sponsored by the SAF. The conference allows grassroots activists to “network and get an insider look and plan pro-gun rights strategies for the coming year.”
There is no cost to attend the conference. The SAF provides food and a lot of Second Amendment books and other materials for free. Your only cost is in getting there.
This year’s speakers have not yet been announced, but previous presenters have included: Alan M. Gottlieb, Wayne LaPierre, G. Gordon Liddy, Michael Reagan, Larry Elder, Ken Hamblin, John Lott, Sandy Froman, Alan Gura, Massad Ayoob, and Tom Gresham.
If you are interested in attending, registration is done at the SAF website.
Thompson/Center Venture Rifle
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Thompson/Center (T/C) introduced the new Venture rifle at the 2009 SHOT Show. The Venture is designed to be an affordable rifle at only $499 MSRP (street price less), yet it offers the same T/C quality enthusiasts have found in their other firearms.
The Venture is available in four popular calibers: .270 Win, 7mm Rem Mag, 30-06, and .300 Win Mag.
The T/C Venture has an externally adjustable trigger, allowing the user to tweak the pull to 3-5 lbs. A factory tool is included with the rifle so the user can adjust the pull. Read More→
Vets and Celebs Shoot in Atlanta
Posted by: | CommentsCelebrities like Phil Niekro and Vince Dooley got out this weekend with wounded war veterans to shoot skeet. Held at the Tom Lowe Trap and Skeet Range in Atlanta, the event paired celebrities with veterans for an afternoon of shooting. For photos of the event, follow this link.
Massad Ayoob Reviews New Smith & Wesson Products
Posted by: | CommentsMassad Ayoob has a blog over at Backwoods Home Magazine. Recently he posted about the latest Smith & Wesson offerings, including the new M&P15-22 rifle, classic line of revolvers and the T/C rifles. Strangely enough, I was just looking at the new T/C Venture in 30-06, which appears to be a great value at less than $500.
If you don’t already read Ayoob’s blog, click over there and check it out.
