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Archive for August 2010

Sig Sauer P226 E2 Review

By Richard on August 31, 2010 8 Comments

Sig Sauer P226 E2 pistol

The Sig Sauer P226 E2 was one of the more understated new guns announced at the 2010 SHOT Show. A refinement of the P226 line, the new E2 had new ergonomic characteristics that pushed it to the top of my “must review” list.

The concept of the E2 pistols is fairly simple: take an established line of successful pistols and make them more shootable for a wider range of people. But with any fine machine, the details make the difference.

Good news: the Sig Sauer P226 E2 is a winner.

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Categories : 2010 SHOT Show, Pistols, review
Tags : 226, 9mm, E2, handgun, P226, pistol, review, Sauer, Sig

I Want Your Money

By Richard on August 26, 2010 No Comments

I tend to avoid politics on this site, yet I feel compelled to share this trailer for a movie due out in Fall of 2010.  I could only be more excited by this movie if they promised to bitch-slap Michael Moore.

Categories : news
Tags : news, politics

Zel Custom Tactilite in .408 CheyTac

By Richard on August 26, 2010 No Comments

Zel Custom announced they are making a limited run of Tactilite T1 uppers chambered in .408 CheyTac.

As of right now, the uppers are not listed in the Zel Custom web store, but can be ordered by calling them direct at (303) 880-8701.

Categories : news, Rifles
Tags : .408 CheyTac, rifle, T1, Tactilite, upper, Zel Custom

LaserLyte RL-TS Laser for Taurus Slim

By Richard on August 26, 2010 No Comments

LaserLyte rear sight laser for the Taurus Slim pistols

LaserLyte officially announced the rear sight laser for the Taurus 709, 740, and 708 Slim pistols. As I previously posted, the RL-TS laser was shipped to me in advance of the notice, and a full review will be posted next week.

The new laser sight is similar to the previous models released by LaserLyte. The laser unit is incorporated into the rear sight, meaning it generally will not affect the use of any holsters you may already have for your Taurus Slim pistol. This is a huge advantage over some competing products.

The LaserLyte RL-TS has two modes: steady-on and pulse. The laser is red, and has an approximate run time of six hours.

Check back next week for a full review.  In the meantime, I have more photos below.

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Categories : news, Optics and Sighting Systems
Tags : 708, 709, 740, laser, LaserLyte, optics, rear sight, red, sight, SLIM, Taurus

Ruger SR-556 in 6.8 SPC Announced

By Richard on August 25, 2010 No Comments

Ruger announced the release of a new SR-556 rifle chambered in 6.8 SPC.

Wow.  I knew Ruger was ready to release a new product, but I believed we would be seeing the rumored SR40 pistol, not another rifle.

What I find to be very interesting about this product launch is two-fold.  First, Ruger making a major product announcement for a 6.8 SPC rifle really gives this cartridge a big push into the mainstream.  Secondly, Ruger has undoubtably sunk a significant portion of their money into this product meaning they believe there is a strong market for this gun.

The Ruger SR-556/6.8 SPC will ship with a five-round magazine and two 20-round magazines.  The 16.12″ heavy barrel is chrome lined and has a 1:10 twist.  Additionally, the barrel is threaded and outfitted with a regular SR-556 flash suppressor.

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Categories : news, Rifles
Tags : 6.8 SPC, news, rifle, Ruger, SR-556

Most Popular New Guns of 2010

By Richard on August 23, 2010 3 Comments

Well, the 2011 SHOT Show is closer than the 2010 Show, so I thought I would take a look at some of the most popular new guns of 2010.  Popularity was determined based on Google keyword searches and forum posts that I read.  So, yeah, this list is pretty arbitrary, but hey, it’s my list.  Your feedback is encouraged!

Gen 4 Glock (any) – Like them or hate them, the Glock line of pistols is one of the most popular series of handguns currently in the US.  One of the few complaints about the Glock has been the size of the grip.  Answering public demand, Glock introduced the Gen 4 series of pistols that feature an adjustable grip size, new grip texture, a magazine release button update, and a double recoil spring assembly.

Initially offered in the models 17 and 22, the Gen 4 Glock 19 is now available, and the Gen 4 Glock 23 should begin shipping in the next 30-45 days.

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Categories : 2010 SHOT Show, 2011 SHOT Show, news
Tags : 2010, 2011, new guns, SHOT Show

LaserLyte laser for Taurus Judge, other revolvers

By Richard on August 19, 2010 No Comments

LaserLyte announced a “side mount” laser for the Taurus line of revolvers, including the incredibly popular Taurus Judge.

LaserLte says the Side Mount Laser (SML) is easily mounted underneath the rubber grip of the revolver and allows the shooter to retain the factory or custom grips, and use the same holster as an unmodified gun.

Like LaserLyte’s other products, the SML has a constant on mode and a pulsing mode.  Battery life is rated for five hours in constant mode, and 10 hours in pulsing.

Installation appears to be very simple: simply remove the grip, screw the fitted side panel into place, and then replace the grips.

Large pictures below.

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Categories : news, Optics and Sighting Systems
Tags : Judge, laser, LaserLyte, revolver, Taurus

Gen 4 Glock 23 One Month Away

By Richard on August 19, 2010 1 Comments

The Gen 4 Glock 23 is almost here. Police supplier GT Distributors announced that the BATFE just approved the import of the new Glocks, and they should start arriving in about 30-45 days.

The Gen 4 Glock 19′s are now in the supply channels, and as I reported previously, they are getting into the hands of Glock fans throughout the USA.

Categories : news, Pistols
Tags : Gen 4, Glock 23, pistols

CZ Skorpion Discontinued

By Richard on August 15, 2010 No Comments

It looks like the CZ VZ61 Skorpion pistol has been discontinued.  I’m not sure when this was announced, but the semi-auto version of the famous submachine gun was discontinued from the CZ line earlier this year.

The US market Skorpion was chambered for the .32 ACP, and to qualify as a handgun (as opposed to the “short barrel rifle” designation), it did not come with a folding stock.  The original Skorpion was developed more than 50 years ago, and it is a bit sad to see the US-version fall from the catalog.

The VZ61 Skorpion can still be had (for now), but stocks are sure to dwindle.

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Categories : news, Pistols
Tags : .32 ACP, CZ, discontinued, Skorpion, VZ61

Range Time: Rained Out Again

By Richard on August 13, 2010 No Comments

Welcome to Florida.

I have tried to get to the range three times in two weeks.  Each time I arrive, a downpour starts.  Not a small shower, mind you.  A regular thunder, lightening, and Noah floating by kind of thing.

Today, I planned to go to one of three ranges.  I checked the weather RADAR online, and saw that range 1 was currently being rained on.  Range 2 had rain moving toward it.  Range 3 was clear skies.  So I set out for Range 3.  So, when I arrive, some spontaneous thunderstorm rolls in off the Gulf, turning the sky as black as night (except when the lightening would streak across it).

I’ll try again next week…

Categories : news
Tags : news, shooting
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