Lindsay McCrum published a photo book of female firearm afficionados. There are 15 to 20 million female shooters and the book wants to serve itself as an introduction.
McCrum selected 80 shots. She says this is not about politics, but about trying to 'harness the visceral power of photography to provide a more rounded, honest picture of what women gun owners look like today.'
Direct link to Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Chicks-Guns-Lindsay-McCrum/dp/0865652759
From: Wired.com
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Troy Industries Halloween sale
Troy Industries will be holding the first Halloween sale from 10/28 to 10/31. You can use the code GHOST at the check out to get 35% off on select items.
From: Troy Industries
From: Troy Industries
Julie Golob shooting USPSA Revolver National Championship
Julie Golob posted video of her shooting USPSA Revolver National Championship. She is the first and only person in history to win a national title in all six USPSA divisions(open, limited, limited-10, single stack, production & revolver).
Congratulations!
From: Youtube
Congratulations!
From: Youtube
US Shooting Academy has new owners
Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USSA had some troubles in the past. Now it has new owners.
New owners say they plan to expand the Retail Pro Shop, and have machines guns for rental too.
Also, USSA will hold the first Annual Zombie shoot on 10/30.
From: USSA
New owners say they plan to expand the Retail Pro Shop, and have machines guns for rental too.
Also, USSA will hold the first Annual Zombie shoot on 10/30.
From: USSA
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Heizer firearm's DoubleTap pistol
Heizer firearm introduced their titanium/aluminum based pocket pistol, DoubleTap. It fires .45ACP or 9mm. It rounds two in chamber like a Derringer, and also carries two spare rounds in grip house. To reduce the recoil, it sports porting for each barrel.
It weighs 14oz, .665 inches wide, 5.5 inches long, 3.9 inches high. Barrel is 3 inches long.
Price is yet to be announced.
From: Heizer Firearms
It weighs 14oz, .665 inches wide, 5.5 inches long, 3.9 inches high. Barrel is 3 inches long.
Price is yet to be announced.
From: Heizer Firearms
JP Enterprises reintroduces Trijicon TA01JP scope
JP Enterprises is reintroducing Trijicon TA01JP Optic. It is based on Trijicon TA01, but the primary zero has been replaced with 200-yard stadia line. The torso range finding lines has been replaced by wind declination system based on 10mph crosswind.
Standalone optic is $1099 and $1486 with JPoint mini red dot sight.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Standalone optic is $1099 and $1486 with JPoint mini red dot sight.
From: Shooting Illustrated
SIG offers P238 X-grip extended magazine deal
SIG Sauer is offering 7 round magazine named X-grips for P238. You can buy 3 magazines(any mix of X-grips or standard 6 round magazine) for $110.40 (includes shipping & handling).
If you take advantage of this offer, SIG will also sell one of three P238 holster for $14.95.
Offer ends 10/31/2011 and limited to first 200 callers.
You can call (866)619-1128 or (603)418-8102
If you take advantage of this offer, SIG will also sell one of three P238 holster for $14.95.
Offer ends 10/31/2011 and limited to first 200 callers.
You can call (866)619-1128 or (603)418-8102
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
IPSC British Columbia video
This amazing video was recorded during IPSC BC Provincial Championships. The maker of the video says he wanted the video 'to capture this dynamic from the perspective of a new comer.'
It certainly did more than that.
From: USPSA
It certainly did more than that.
From: USPSA
Monday, October 24, 2011
Barrett MRAD review on Shooting Illustrated
Shooting Illustrated has a detailed review of Barrett MRAD. This rifle seems to be an effective competitor for military weapon market. Chambered in .338 Lapua Mag, it has detachable 10 round magazine, 24.5 inch barrel, 1.75 lbs trigger, weighing just under 15 lbs.
On top of that, there are plans for other calibers, without the need for armorer support to change between calibers.
With Lapua 300-grain Scenar, it measured 0.59 MOA.
Price(MSRP) will be $6000
From: Shooting Illustrated, Barrett
On top of that, there are plans for other calibers, without the need for armorer support to change between calibers.
With Lapua 300-grain Scenar, it measured 0.59 MOA.
Price(MSRP) will be $6000
From: Shooting Illustrated, Barrett
US wins big in Pan American Shooting Games
US team once again showed their skills in Pan American Games held in Gudalajara, Mexico. The even was held from Oct. 15 - Oct. 22, and US team won total of 18 medals - 10 gold, 4 silver, and 4 bronze. Congratulations to the team!
From: USA shooting
From: USA shooting
5.11 shipping ATAC flashlights soon
5.11 announced that they are shipping their ATAC flashlights soon. These are new line of lights.
PLx is a pen shaped model that emits 69 lumens with 3 AAA batteries, with 3 hours of runtime. Price is $29.99
A1 emits 103 lumens in high mode, 11 in ultra low mode, with strobe feature. It uses one AA battery, and runs 50 minutes in high mode, 28 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $54.99
A2 emits 162 lumens in high mode, 15 in ultra low mode, with strobe feature. It uses two AA batteries, and runs 1:45 in high mode, 75 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $64.99
L1 shines with 173 lumens in high mode, 14 in ultra low, with strobe feature. It uses CR123A battery, and runs 2 hours in high mode, 46 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $74.99
L2 comes with whopping 222 lumend in high mode, 10 in ultra low, with strobe feature. It uses 2 CR123A battery, and runs 4 hours in high mode, 74 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $84.99
From: 5.11
PLx is a pen shaped model that emits 69 lumens with 3 AAA batteries, with 3 hours of runtime. Price is $29.99
A1 emits 103 lumens in high mode, 11 in ultra low mode, with strobe feature. It uses one AA battery, and runs 50 minutes in high mode, 28 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $54.99
A2 emits 162 lumens in high mode, 15 in ultra low mode, with strobe feature. It uses two AA batteries, and runs 1:45 in high mode, 75 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $64.99
L1 shines with 173 lumens in high mode, 14 in ultra low, with strobe feature. It uses CR123A battery, and runs 2 hours in high mode, 46 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $74.99
L2 comes with whopping 222 lumend in high mode, 10 in ultra low, with strobe feature. It uses 2 CR123A battery, and runs 4 hours in high mode, 74 hours in ultra low mode. Price is $84.99
From: 5.11
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Crimson Trace announces Lightguard
Crimson Trace announced Lightguard, a white light and laser grip system. The white light is 100 lumens bright and sits right under the dust guard.
Currently it is available for full-sized Glock, S&W M&P and Springfield XD and XDM.
Price will be $149
More review on Shooting Illustrated
From: Crimson Trace
Currently it is available for full-sized Glock, S&W M&P and Springfield XD and XDM.
Price will be $149
More review on Shooting Illustrated
From: Crimson Trace
Friday, October 21, 2011
'Down Zero' now available for Panteao subscribers
Panteao production's documentary 'Down Zero' is available for Panteao subscribers. You can also pre-order DVD, set to be released on Nov. 1st and the price will be $29.99.
From: Panteao production
From: Panteao production
Best shooting video games according to G&A
Guns & Ammo posted their 8 best shooting video games. Take a guess what won #1 spot.
From: Guns & Ammo
From: Guns & Ammo
Wisconsin CCW reciprocity announced
Wisconsin announced that they will recognize concealed carry permits from following 25 states.
Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
Permits issued by Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands also will be recognized in Wisconsin.
From: JS Online
Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
Permits issued by Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands also will be recognized in Wisconsin.
From: JS Online
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Qaddafi's pistol
Libyan dictator Qaddafi had this pistol with him when he was killed today. Just like other Arab and Persian despots it is a gold plated one. Looks like it is a real FN. According to Gizmodo,
The glistening piece was looted by Mohammed al-Babi, easily one of the most awesome dudes on the planet at the moment, who took it off Qaddafi's after he was shot up
Shotgun carrying etiquette
NSSF Shooting Sportscast uploaded a video on etiquettes on how to carry a shotgun.
From: NSSF Youtube
From: NSSF Youtube
Kel-Tec PMR-30 review
Shooting Illustrated reviews Kel-Tec's .22WMR pistol. It concludes that it is a good gun for what is made for, which is a handgun suitable for simple outdoor use.
It has some very interesting mechanical design features, as well as a whopping 30 round capacity.
Price is $415(MSRP)
From: Shooting Illustrated
Link: Kel-Tec's website
It has some very interesting mechanical design features, as well as a whopping 30 round capacity.
Price is $415(MSRP)
Link: Kel-Tec's website
Gray group's Practical Fundamentals review
Tubetone from Sigforum posted his review of Gray group's Practical Fundamentals class. It is an interesting read covering some myths about handgun shooting.
From: Sig Forum
From: Sig Forum
Precision rifle work with ITTS
Shooting Illustrated has an article about long range shooting class from ITTS. It discusses body placement, use of various objects for support, as well as marksmanship.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Century International Arms Centurion UC-9 carbine review
Shooting Illustrated has a review of Century International Arms UC-9 carbine. It looks like an Uzi from outside, but internal mechanism has been redesigned so it can only be fired in semi-auto, and shoots from a closed bolt.
Due to internal redesign, field stripping may be a bit more complicated than the original Uzi, but at the price of $750, it is nothing compared to a real pre-86 Uzi.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Due to internal redesign, field stripping may be a bit more complicated than the original Uzi, but at the price of $750, it is nothing compared to a real pre-86 Uzi.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Troy Battlemag
Troy Industries is announcing their Battlemag, a new magazine design for AR, HK 416, and FN SCAR rifles. It is made of polymer, and has extended floor plate locks.
Price will be $15 for each magazine, or 3 for $42
Here's video showing destructive testing.
From: Troy Industries
Price will be $15 for each magazine, or 3 for $42
Here's video showing destructive testing.
From: Troy Industries
Mesa Tactical's 24 inch rails for Remington and Mossberg shotguns
Mesa Tactical announced their 24 inch rail system for Remington and Mossberg shotguns.
The Picatinny rail system is intended to be used with high-tube telescoping stock conversion, but seems like it can be used as a stand-alone product.
Price(MSRP) for the rail seems to be from $145 to $215, while the whole stock kit will be $450 to $600.
From: Mesa Tactical.
The Picatinny rail system is intended to be used with high-tube telescoping stock conversion, but seems like it can be used as a stand-alone product.
Price(MSRP) for the rail seems to be from $145 to $215, while the whole stock kit will be $450 to $600.
From: Mesa Tactical.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
1911 maintenance tips
Shooting Illustrated has a good article about maintaining your 1911s. This article was again written by Sheriff Jim Wilson who wrote the defense holster article below.
Some tips:
Cotton swabs are good ideas
Every 1000 rounds, you should replace recoil spring, clean firing pin and extractor
A few drops of lubrication, not too little, not too much
Magazines are a plenty, so replace those that do not work.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Some tips:
Cotton swabs are good ideas
Every 1000 rounds, you should replace recoil spring, clean firing pin and extractor
A few drops of lubrication, not too little, not too much
Magazines are a plenty, so replace those that do not work.
From: Shooting Illustrated
Defense holster checklist
NRA editor Sherriff Jim Wilson has a great list of things you should consider when you shop for a holster for your defense.
In short the holster has to be,
1. made from quality materials
2. made to fit the specific model you carry
3. made to fit the belt you use
4. devoid of retention devices that impede your drawing
5. able to have its top open
6. available for weak-hand drawing.
From: Sherriff Jim Wilson
In short the holster has to be,
1. made from quality materials
2. made to fit the specific model you carry
3. made to fit the belt you use
4. devoid of retention devices that impede your drawing
5. able to have its top open
6. available for weak-hand drawing.
From: Sherriff Jim Wilson
Monday, October 17, 2011
Tactical Grilling aprons
Tactical Grilling is offering variety of aprons.
They come in MultiCam, UCP/ACU, Coyote, Woodland, Law Enforcement, and Fire camouflage.
From: Tactical Grilling
They come in MultiCam, UCP/ACU, Coyote, Woodland, Law Enforcement, and Fire camouflage.
From: Tactical Grilling
Julie Golob's blog on trip to Greece
Competition shooter Julie Golob posted on her blog about her trip to Greece for IPSC world shoot where US team dominated. You can click here to read her post.
Charter Arms Undercover review on Handgun magazine.
Handgun magazine has review of Charter Arms Undercover.
In a nutshell, this pistol chambered for .38 special +P is a good contender for snubbie market. Price is $379
From: Handguns magazine.
In a nutshell, this pistol chambered for .38 special +P is a good contender for snubbie market. Price is $379
From: Handguns magazine.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Hornady Zombie Ammo interview
Yesterday we mentioned the newest Hornady product, the Zombie Max ammunition.
Today, Guns & Ammo published a hilarious interview with Steve Hornady.
You can read it here.
You can read it here.
AGI's new video - Taming Wildcats.
American Gunsmithing Institute has a new DVD release, 'Taming Wildcats'. A wildcat cartridge is a cartridge that is not commercially loaded by a major ammunition manufacturer, but could be loaded by a specialty or contract reloader.
The DVD is available at www.americangunsmith.com for $79.95 (Product ID# 217DVD)
The DVD is available at www.americangunsmith.com for $79.95 (Product ID# 217DVD)
Comp-tac offers XD(M) slide holsters
Comp-tac now offers XD(M) slide holsters for 9mm and .40S&W version. These are not for Springfield XDs.
The Springfield XD (M) 9/40 Slide is made to fully cover the 3.8 while the open bottom of the holster allows for the 4.5 and 5.25 versions to "slide" through. This model is available for all of our full-size holsters except the DivaFrom: Comp-tac
New TAD Gears
Triple Aught Design introduced a new hoodie, Valkyrie Hoodie. It is designed for active women, using heavyweight Polartec WindPro fleece. Price is $235 according to TAD's website.
They also added Loden Heather Green color for their Praetorian Hoodie.
From: TAD
They also added Loden Heather Green color for their Praetorian Hoodie.
Detonics to introduce modular CNC machined 1911
A poster by the name melensdad has been posting on several forums about the Detonics Defense's new modular 1911.
The interesting part of this pistol is that you can 'switch' grip to change from double stack magazines to single stack magazines.
Price is yet to be determined, but melensdad says it will not be a bargain.
Combat master size version will be the first to be available.
From: 1911 forum
The interesting part of this pistol is that you can 'switch' grip to change from double stack magazines to single stack magazines.
Price is yet to be determined, but melensdad says it will not be a bargain.
Combat master size version will be the first to be available.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
American Rifleman reviews Rossi Ranch Hand
American Rifleman magazine has their review of Rossi Ranch Hand. In short, it is a fun novelty pistol to shoot.
FDE Magpul MOE+ now shipping out.
Magpul has announced that their FDE(Flat Dark Earth) MOE+ grip is now being shipped to dealers and distributors.
From: Magpul
From: Magpul
Short article about SBR
There is a short article about SBR(Short-Barreled Rifle) that covers basics of laws and guidelines for choosing guns on Shooting Illustrated.
From: Shooting Illustrated
From: Shooting Illustrated
Sig Sauer to host Scholastic Steel Challenge collegiate fall championship
Steel Challenge Shooting Association (SCSA) announced that Scholastic Steel Challenge Collegiate Fall Championship will be hosted by firearms maker Sig Sauer at its training facility, the Sig Sauer Academy in Epping, N.H., on November 12.
U.S. Coast Guard Academy, University of Vermont, Harvard University and Yale University, a local high school team, Wayland High School from Massachusetts are expected to be there.
From: Steel Challenge
U.S. Coast Guard Academy, University of Vermont, Harvard University and Yale University, a local high school team, Wayland High School from Massachusetts are expected to be there.
From: Steel Challenge
Zombie Max Ammunition from Hornady
Speaking of Zombie bandwagon, Hornady has introduced Zombie Max ammunition. Here is the commercial, which maybe a bit graphic for children(PG rated?)
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Brownells's Center for Zombie Awareness
Brownells is jumping on Zombie wagon and they made a video to go along with the advertisement. Here is the link to the website
CZ Dan Wesson's sneak peek for 2012
CZ Dan Wesson posted on their Facebook a sneak peek of new models for 2012
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On the left is the alloy framed, single stack, officer sized ECO. It will be available in 9mm and .45 ACP. It uses a flat recoil spring system that is rated for 15,000 rounds in .45 ACP. The barrel is a flush cut, ramped bull barrel with a target crown. On the right is the Specialist. It is a 5" model chambered in .45 ACP. Dual colored night sights, a tactical rail frame, extended mag release, detachable 2 piece mag well and G10 VZ Operator II grips will come standard on this model. It will be offered in matte stainless or our matte black Duty finish. Both have even more features than what is listed here
Nikon’s Spot On app available for Android
Nikon's ballistics app is now available for Android platform. It will be $4.99 for the app(click here for link).
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
US dominates IPSC World Shoot
Congratulations to Max Michel and his U.S. Open Division teammates JJ Racaza, Kamille Eusibio, Chris Tilley. They won the IPSC World Shoot in open division.
From: Sig Sauer Inc. Facebook
US teams dominated the competition, winning Standard overall, Production overall, Modified overall, Revolver overall, and Lady's open and standard division.
Individually,
Jerry Miculek(Revolver, revolver senior, shoot off)
Rob Leatham(Modified, modified senior, shoot off)
K.C. Eusebio(Open, shoot off)
Production overall: Robert Vogel
Standard Junior: Matthew Sweeney
Standard Lady: Randi Rogers
Standard Overall: Blake Miguez
Open Junior: Shane Coley
Jerry Miculek and Rob Leatham also got the Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Congratulations to winners!
From: IPSC World Shoot Facebook
US teams dominated the competition, winning Standard overall, Production overall, Modified overall, Revolver overall, and Lady's open and standard division.
Individually,
Jerry Miculek(Revolver, revolver senior, shoot off)
Rob Leatham(Modified, modified senior, shoot off)
K.C. Eusebio(Open, shoot off)
Production overall: Robert Vogel
Standard Junior: Matthew Sweeney
Standard Lady: Randi Rogers
Standard Overall: Blake Miguez
Open Junior: Shane Coley
Jerry Miculek and Rob Leatham also got the Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Congratulations to winners!
From: IPSC World Shoot Facebook
Monday, October 10, 2011
Welcome to GNB - Gun News Blog!
Gun News Blog hopes to share the latest news for average gun owners. We will try to cover many different aspects of shooting sport, whether it is competition, tactical training, or just about guns. We also hope to cover equipments.
We are just starting, so there will be upgrades and changes along the way.
GNB will be updated approximately once a week with various news and articles. So please stop by soon!
We are just starting, so there will be upgrades and changes along the way.
GNB will be updated approximately once a week with various news and articles. So please stop by soon!