Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge Ammunition
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Hornady added a 00-buck 12 gauge round to its line of popular Critical Defense ammunition.
This 12 gauge round is a 2 3/4″ shell with eight .33 caliber pellets. Hornaday is using the Versatite wad for “ultra-tight” patterns from standard production shotguns.
Hornady promises proper functioning in both pump and semi-auto shotguns.
New Gen 4 Glock Information
By · CommentsMore information on the new Gen 4 Glock pistols was leaked this week on the Handgun Podcast. Host Eric Shelton described three new features of the fourth generation Glock pistols: adjustable backstraps, a new texture, and a dual recoil spring.
Shelton stated he was in a Glock Armorer School hosted by Dennis Tueller, and during that class the Gen 4 Glock was discussed. Shelton said the new Glock pistols would have adjustable backstraps, which was leaked back in July of this year, but Glock has declined to publicly confirm.
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Hornady Expands Critical Defense Line of Ammunition
By · CommentsHornady announced three new loads in the Critical Defense line of ammunition: .357 Magnum, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. Refer to the chart for specific loading information:
What Do They Teach in Journalism School Anyway?
By · CommentsSo, I read today’s silly gun control “news” story. This one comes from the Yakima Herald in Washington state. Among the highlights:
- “The image of [the BATFE] being jackbooted thugs doesn’t hold water”;
- “the so-called “gun show loophole” that allows unlicensed firearm dealers to circumvent background checks”;
- “a large percentage of guns that are smuggled into Mexico come from gun shows in Eastern Washington”;
- “Washington state is the No. 4 source in the country for illegal guns in Mexico”;
- “high-powered pistols like the FN Herstal”; and
- the ubiquitous “semi-automatic assault rifles.”
The article is here: Gun show loophole sees many weapons smuggled into Mexico. Feel free to read the article and e-mail the author if you believe he has mistaken any facts. Please be nice…
Ruger Offering No.1 in 300 H&H Magnum
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Ruger announced they are offering their No.1 single-shot, dangerous game rifles in 300 H&H Magnum. Part of the 2010 Ruger catalog, the 300 H&H Magnum will be available in the Medium Sporter version of the No.1 rifle.
Like many of the No.1 rifles, the stock is American Walnut, and the metal finish is blued steel. The rifle features a 26″ barrel with a 1:10, RH twist.
Green Lasers from Crimson Trace
By · CommentsThe Tactical Wire has the complete information on the new green laser from Crimson Trace.
