The MotherboardTV made a 20-something minute documentary called 'The Gun That Aims Itself' covering TrackingPoint. It goes into some interesting comments too.
From: MotherboardTV
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Monday, September 30, 2013
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Driving the gun
Breach Bang Clear has an article on how to drive a carbine from target to another.
http://www.breachbangclear.com/site/10-blog/494-what-does-driving-the-gun-mean.html
From: Breach Bang Clear
http://www.breachbangclear.com/site/10-blog/494-what-does-driving-the-gun-mean.html
From: Breach Bang Clear
Marines testing M27
Guns.com has an article with video from Military.com showing USMC getting trigger time with M27 IARs
http://www.guns.com/2013/09/22/just-marines-training-m27-iars-video/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2013/09/22/just-marines-training-m27-iars-video/
From: Guns.com
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Jerry Miculek shoots blidfolded
It was from 7 tards, but with such natural point of aim it is a breeze.
From: MiculekDotCom
From: MiculekDotCom
USMC moving target training
USMC's Matine Corps Warfighting Lab demonstrated experimental training technique for shooting moving targets. You can read more from Military.com
http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/09/27/marine-corps-hones-moving-target-shooting-skills.html
From: Military Times
http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/09/27/marine-corps-hones-moving-target-shooting-skills.html
From: Military Times
Friday, September 27, 2013
Hickok45 reviews XDs 9mm(Ch. 2)
This is a very nice gun and if you can get one, get one.
From: Hickok45
From: Hickok45
The OPFOR magazine pouch
Limitless Gear is doing trying to make a plastic AR magazine holder via crowd funding site Indiegogo. OPFOR uses mechanism that holds magazines even when the mag pouch is upside down. The pouch can be easily installed.
The crowd sourcing ends on Oct. 25, 2013 11:59 PT
From: Indie Go Go
The crowd sourcing ends on Oct. 25, 2013 11:59 PT
From: Indie Go Go
Slo-mo shots with FN PS90
DML5728 took video of things getting shot by FN PS90. 2 minutes of just shooting things.
From: DML5728
From: DML5728
Surefire E2L Outdoorsman upgraded
Surefire announced that their E2L Outdoorsman is now with 125 lumen max output
http://www.surefire.com/e2l-a-outdoorsman.html
From: Surefire
http://www.surefire.com/e2l-a-outdoorsman.html
From: Surefire
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Remington 2020
Remington set up a website for Remington 2020 which seems to be a stand-alone version of TrankingPoint. It is supposed to be good out to 500 yards while the rangefinder is good up to 750 yards.
It comes with ballistic calculator, video audio recorder, wi-fi server. They also have an app for iPad, or other smartphones. Updates to ballistic calculator can be done via smartphones or iPads.
System is available for Model700 LongRange (.30-06), SPS(.308win) and Bushmaster Varminter(.223 Rem). It is matched with a few Remington and Barnes ammunition
It comes with ballistic calculator, video audio recorder, wi-fi server. They also have an app for iPad, or other smartphones. Updates to ballistic calculator can be done via smartphones or iPads.
System is available for Model700 LongRange (.30-06), SPS(.308win) and Bushmaster Varminter(.223 Rem). It is matched with a few Remington and Barnes ammunition
HSGI Costa Leg Panel
The HSGI Padded Drop Leg Panel allows users to attach other MOLLE/PALS compatible pouches as well as Cost Leg Rig. It has mesh backing to keep it comfortable.
Price: $55
From: Costa Ludus
Price: $55
From: Costa Ludus
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Modern Day Marine Expo
Soldier Systems Daily is covering Modern Day Marine Expo in Quantico, VA and has some photos of Magpul's upcoming Scout light mount. It is supposed to be under $30 when it will be available.
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-magpul/
There is also Raine Inc.'s Single Mag Pouch and Dump Pouch which has a dump pouch at the bottom. Pretty nifty idea.
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-raine-inc/
Surefire has P3X lights. They use 3 CR123A batteries and give 1000 lumens for 1.5 hours.
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-surefire/
From: Soldier Systems
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-magpul/
There is also Raine Inc.'s Single Mag Pouch and Dump Pouch which has a dump pouch at the bottom. Pretty nifty idea.
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-raine-inc/
Surefire has P3X lights. They use 3 CR123A batteries and give 1000 lumens for 1.5 hours.
http://soldiersystems.net/2013/09/24/mdm-surefire/
From: Soldier Systems
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
3-Gun Match overview
Powerfactor show talks about 3-gun matches and covers basic information including explanation of matches and differences.
From: Powerfactor Show
From: Powerfactor Show
2013 IDPA US National winners
Bob Vogel once again ruled the game with 212.42, taking High SSP.
Link: http://www.idpa.com/compete/competitiondetails/6646
From: IDPA
Link: http://www.idpa.com/compete/competitiondetails/6646
From: IDPA
Monday, September 23, 2013
Bushnell AR Optics 1x28mm RDS
Bushnell introduced AR optic 1x28mm. It comes with 6 MOA red dot. It also has 11 brightness settings. It also has 4 reticle options for Multi-Reticle model
Price is $99.99 for basic one and $129.99 for Multi-reticle model.
From: Bushnells
Price is $99.99 for basic one and $129.99 for Multi-reticle model.
From: Bushnells
M&P Slide Stop changes
Modern Service Weapons has an article on how 2013 models are now coming with a newly designed slide stops.
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=4647
From: Modern Service Weapons
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=4647
From: Modern Service Weapons
Sunday, September 22, 2013
Jerry Miculek's full Barrett M107 review
Here is the full review of Barrett M107. It is about 1 hour and 15 minutes long.
From: MiculekDotCom
From: MiculekDotCom
Saturday, September 21, 2013
2013 IDPA US Nationals vids
Here are some videos from 2013 IDPA US Nationals
From mjhiii1473
From IDPAatARPC
From averageshooter
From mjhiii1473
From IDPAatARPC
From averageshooter
Friday, September 20, 2013
Surefire DSF released
Surefire is now releasing DSF(Designated Shotgun Forend). This is an update to Surefire's Legacy shotgun weapon light. DSF emits 600 lumens as well as 200 lumens. It also has ambidextrous switch for constant and momentary on.
Price: $375-395
Frontline Tactial's Youtube review
From: Surefire, Frontline Tactical
Price: $375-395
Frontline Tactial's Youtube review
From: Surefire, Frontline Tactical
IDPA US Nationals photos
IDPA uploaded photos from the US Nationals.
Day 1:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.525567497520262.1073741841.113862368690779&type=1
Day 2:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.525810127495999.1073741842.113862368690779&type=1
Day 3:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.526512784092400.1073741843.113862368690779&type=1
and Paul Erhardt has a good article
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/228027
From: IDPA
Day 1:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.525567497520262.1073741841.113862368690779&type=1
Day 2:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.525810127495999.1073741842.113862368690779&type=1
Day 3:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.526512784092400.1073741843.113862368690779&type=1
and Paul Erhardt has a good article
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/228027
From: IDPA
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
IDPA US Nationals preview
US Nationals will be held from Sept. 19 - 21. with 17 stages. IDPA blog already posted 13 all 17 stages.
Stage 1: Blinded
Stage 2: Paintball Attack
Stage 3: Dinner Disaster
Stage 4: The Hills Have Stills
Stage 5: In The Weeds
Stage 6: Jail Riot
Stage 7: Children Of The Corn
Stage 8: In The Garage
Stage 9: Ammo Shortage
Stage 10: Rodeo Round Count
Stage 11: Tea Party Terror
Stage 12: Smokey And The Bandits
Stage 13: Wrong House
Stage 14: Call the shot
Stage 15: Standards
Stage 16: Leaving on a jet plane
Stage 17: Stranglehold
From: IDPA blog
Stage 1: Blinded
Stage 2: Paintball Attack
Stage 3: Dinner Disaster
Stage 4: The Hills Have Stills
Stage 5: In The Weeds
Stage 6: Jail Riot
Stage 7: Children Of The Corn
Stage 8: In The Garage
Stage 9: Ammo Shortage
Stage 10: Rodeo Round Count
Stage 11: Tea Party Terror
Stage 12: Smokey And The Bandits
Stage 13: Wrong House
Stage 14: Call the shot
Stage 15: Standards
Stage 16: Leaving on a jet plane
Stage 17: Stranglehold
From: IDPA blog
A critical look at failure drills
Aaron Cowan of Sage Dynamics looks at Failure Drill/Mozambique.
Part 1: http://www.recoilweb.com/a-critical-look-at-failure-drills-32215.html
Part 2: http://www.recoilweb.com/a-critical-look-at-failure-drills-part-ii-32237.html
From: RECOIL
Part 1: http://www.recoilweb.com/a-critical-look-at-failure-drills-32215.html
Part 2: http://www.recoilweb.com/a-critical-look-at-failure-drills-part-ii-32237.html
From: RECOIL
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Tavor review by hickok45
It seemed like he already reviewed it, but he didn't, so here it is.
From: hickok45
From: hickok45
Mexico Army Narco museum
Mexico Army has a museum dedicated their efforts in fighting drug cartels. There are guns in the beginning.
From: BuzzFeed
From: BuzzFeed
SureFire water bottles
This bottle was made with recycled aluminum, BPA free. It is made by Liberty Bottleworks. Two models Fury(black) and Invictus(tan) are available.
http://www.surefire.com/water-bottles.html
Price is $29.95
From: SureFire
http://www.surefire.com/water-bottles.html
Price is $29.95
From: SureFire
Monday, September 16, 2013
Make Ready with Pat Rogers - Patrol Rifle
Panteao's latest DVD talks about how LEOs can set up their patrol carbine. It reviews optics, magazines, slings, and other topic pertinent to a patrol officer.
Price: $44.99(Members $35.99)
From: Panteao Production
Price: $44.99(Members $35.99)
From: Panteao Production
Jerry Miculek tries VTAC 1-5 drill with .50 cal
Since the drill requires 15 rounds and he only has 10 rounds there were some adjustments. Steve Fisher of Magpul Dynamics did it in 4.68 sec.
From: MiculeckDotCom
From: MiculeckDotCom
Sunday, September 15, 2013
10-8 Performance Walther PPQ sight
10-8 Performance now has Walther PPQ sights available. The front sight comes either with Brass Bead or Tritium. It may fit PPX and PPS.
Price: $36.95(front) $48.75(rear)
Front: http://www.10-8performance.com/walther-ppq-front-sight/
Rear: http://www.10-8performance.com/walther-ppq-rear-sight/
From: 10-8 performance
Price: $36.95(front) $48.75(rear)
Front: http://www.10-8performance.com/walther-ppq-front-sight/
Rear: http://www.10-8performance.com/walther-ppq-rear-sight/
From: 10-8 performance
Spiegel reports on G36 problems
German newspaper Spiegel reports that German military Bundeswehr sees significant problems in G36. According to the report there are several deficiencies.
According to translation by AR15.com's Zhukov,
The Bundeswehr is having grave problems with rifles and pistols used in Afghanistan.
- A confidential report says that the standard rifle G36 loses precision when exposed to the sun and continuous fire.
- Another internal report also mentions "significant shortcomings".
- After firing 90 rounds at 100m, the diameter of the grouping is 50 to 60cm (20-24").
- Synthetic parts have been identified which lose stiffness at temperatures as low as 23 degrees C (about 80 degrees).
- When these plastic parts are heated in the sun, the point of impact shifts.
P8 also has problems with over pressure when used with certain ammo. There were barrel ruptures and other nasty incidents.
From: Spiegel, AR15.com
Saturday, September 14, 2013
HSP D3 Disruptive Environments Carrier
Haley Strategic showed off the new Disruptive Environments Carrier. It is made by G-Code, with modularity in mind.
According to Haley Strategic,
Each form fitted ambidextrous magazine cavity is tension adjustable and engineered for modularity. With mounting points for both additional Carriers (pistol and rifle) as well as multiple carry options(PALS, belt, drop leg and stand alone) the Carrier can be optimized to meet any mission requirement without bloating the footprint of the unit.
They are available in single and double magazine configurations. AK version is coming soon
Price ranges from $45 to $67 and other prices for differet parts
From: Haley Strategic
According to Haley Strategic,
Each form fitted ambidextrous magazine cavity is tension adjustable and engineered for modularity. With mounting points for both additional Carriers (pistol and rifle) as well as multiple carry options(PALS, belt, drop leg and stand alone) the Carrier can be optimized to meet any mission requirement without bloating the footprint of the unit.
They are available in single and double magazine configurations. AK version is coming soon
Price ranges from $45 to $67 and other prices for differet parts
From: Haley Strategic
Friday, September 13, 2013
Magpul AK MOE grip now available
Magpul is now shipping MOE grip for AK. It is compatible with both reinforced an un-reinforced receivers. It also accepts Magpul Grip Cores.
Price: $20.95
From: Magpul
Price: $20.95
From: Magpul
Jerry Miculek shoots a car with .50 cal
He is definitely getting more and more dangerous. Now he is shooting a car...
From: MiculekDotCom
From: MiculekDotCom
Phillipine Army soldier
LA Times had this photo from recent Muslim insurgency after peace talk broke down. You can see it's M16A2 but there seems to be some sort of gadget in front of front sight.
From: LA Times
From: LA Times
Taurus shipping CT9/CT40 Carbine
Taurus is getting in to pistol-carbine market with CT9/CT40.
Magazine capacity is 10 rounds, barrel length is 16 inches(overall 36")
MSRP is $898
From: Taurus USA
Magazine capacity is 10 rounds, barrel length is 16 inches(overall 36")
MSRP is $898
From: Taurus USA
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Randi Rogers joins Team S&W
Competitive shooter Randi Rogers is joining Team S&W. She was with Comp-Tac as their marketing manager, and Team Glock before that.
Paul Erhardt wrote an insightful piece on what this means.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/228002
From: Shooting Wire
Paul Erhardt wrote an insightful piece on what this means.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/228002
From: Shooting Wire
Colt Competition Budget AR15
RECOIL has a quick look at Colt Competition Budget AR15. It seens like it can be a good contender for range rifle.
http://www.recoilweb.com/colt-competition-budget-carbine-31819.html
From: RECOIL
http://www.recoilweb.com/colt-competition-budget-carbine-31819.html
From: RECOIL
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Importance of a good belt
When the Balloon Goes Up has a good post about why good belts are important. You don't need $100 belt, but having a wornout belt is cheating yourself.
http://www.balloongoesup.com/blog/belts/
From: When the Balloon Goes Up
http://www.balloongoesup.com/blog/belts/
From: When the Balloon Goes Up
How to be a better gunfighter
American Rifleman has a good article by Gunsite's Il Ling New on how to improve your shooting. It's not an article about techniques but on things you can do to improve your practice.
http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/how-to-be-a-better-gunfighter
From: American Rifleman
http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/how-to-be-a-better-gunfighter
From: American Rifleman
More on ammo scarcity
American Hunter has an excellent write up on why we are still dealing with ammo scarcity. This seems to be the most comprehensive look inside the ammunition market, both from supply and demand side.
http://www.americanhunter.org/articles/dear-nra-wheres-the-ammo
From: American Hunter
http://www.americanhunter.org/articles/dear-nra-wheres-the-ammo
From: American Hunter
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Caracal C recall
Caracal is recalling all Compact pistols. There is no given reason, but the company will refund full purchase price. It seems like a serious problem.
Here is the press recall notice with how to contact Caracal
http://www.caracal.ae/new/Caracal%20C%20-%20Update%20Recall%20Notice%20-Sep%2013.pdf
From: Caracal
Here is the press recall notice with how to contact Caracal
http://www.caracal.ae/new/Caracal%20C%20-%20Update%20Recall%20Notice%20-Sep%2013.pdf
From: Caracal
Quail Walk
Powerfactor show's Steve talks about how to make trap shooting a good way to practice for bird hunting.
From: powerfactor show
From: powerfactor show
Frank Proctor - Deliberate load
SuperSetCA posted video of Frank Proctor explaining a deliberate load.
From: SuperSetCA
From: SuperSetCA
APEX Polymer AEK Trigger review
Modern Service Weapons did a quick review of APEX polymer AEK trigger. Think of Glock trigger instead of standard M&P trigger, but with added benefit of better trigger feel.
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=4332
From: Modern Service Weapons
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=4332
From: Modern Service Weapons
Monday, September 9, 2013
SureFire prototype demo photo
SureFire posted photo of the founder Dr. John Matthews showing off new ARC light prototypes. These are supposed to be 4000+ lumens.
From: SureFire
From: SureFire
Return to Mogadishu
Return to Mogadishu is stoy of 2 Rangers, Jeff Struecker and Keni Thomas, returning to the city who were there on that day 20 years ago. It was originally known as Return to Black Hawk Down, but the makers changed the name and came out with a new shorter trailer.
While this is technically not firearm related, I think it's something we could all watch. Open in US on 9/13
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/R2Mog
Official website: http://www.R2Mog.com
While this is technically not firearm related, I think it's something we could all watch. Open in US on 9/13
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/R2Mog
Official website: http://www.R2Mog.com
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Patriot Products AZ Combat Optics Tool
This tool allows user to adjust RDSs(Red Dot Sight) and tighten mounts for it. You can also use it for opening bottles.
Price is $14.95
http://tnvc.com/shop/combat-optic-tool/
From: TNVC
Price is $14.95
http://tnvc.com/shop/combat-optic-tool/
From: TNVC
Friday, September 6, 2013
Pros and Cons of visible laser on guns
RECOIL has an article on pros and cons as well as busting some myths of lasers mounted on guns.
http://www.recoilweb.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-visible-weapon-mounted-lasers-31713.html
From: RECOIL
http://www.recoilweb.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-visible-weapon-mounted-lasers-31713.html
From: RECOIL
Surefire EB2 Backup review
LED Resource reviewed SureFire EB2 Backup. It iincludes some look at run time.
http://www.led-resource.com/2013/09/surefire-eb2-backup-review/
From: LED Resource
http://www.led-resource.com/2013/09/surefire-eb2-backup-review/
From: LED Resource
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
BFG Sling sleeve
Blue Force Gear's newest product is intended for easy storage of rifles with slings. It is a 5" long tube elastic that takes in the sling and can be easily deployed if needed.
Link: http://www.blueforcegear.com/sling-sleeve/
It comes in 4 colors - Black, Coyote brown, Multicam, and Wolf Grey
Price: $6
From: Soldier Systems
Link: http://www.blueforcegear.com/sling-sleeve/
It comes in 4 colors - Black, Coyote brown, Multicam, and Wolf Grey
Price: $6
From: Soldier Systems
Magpul MBUS Pro now shipping
NSSF New shooter survey
NSSF released survey on new shooters. In short, they are
You can read more from NSSF blog
http://www.nssfblog.com/americas-new-target-shooters-younger-female-and-urban/
From: NSSF blog
- 18-to-34
- females
- urban
You can read more from NSSF blog
http://www.nssfblog.com/americas-new-target-shooters-younger-female-and-urban/
From: NSSF blog
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Jerry Miculek shoots Bill Drill with a Barrett
Click, watch, get awed
Never seen him so excited.
From: MiculekDotCom
Never seen him so excited.
From: MiculekDotCom
What NFA trust change means
Soldier Systems has a lengthy but worthwhile reading on implication of this NFA trust change is about.
From: Soldier Systems
From: Soldier Systems
Frank Proctor shooting 50 yard target
Here's Frank Proctor (Way of the Gun) shooting steel target at 50 yards. He makes it look so easy(it isn't)
From: Frank Proctor
From: Frank Proctor
Monday, September 2, 2013
New Catalysy magazine catch photo
Modern Service Weapons have a photo of the new Catalyst magazine catch for M&P
It seems like serrations got more pronounced but less in numbers. MSW also has link for pre-order
From: Modern Service Weapons
It seems like serrations got more pronounced but less in numbers. MSW also has link for pre-order
From: Modern Service Weapons
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Labor day deals
Be sure to check with the vendor for any fine prints.
LA Police Gear
Code: Labor13
13% off
Excludes Surefire, 5.11
TYR Tactical
Online order code: LABORDAY
15% off
Damage Industries
All rifle slings 20% off
Buy 1 get 1 free QD swivels
Complete M4 Buttstock assembly $40
Code: SLING20
SKD Tac
9/2: 10% off
9/3: 11% off
9/4: 12% off
Tactical Distributors
20% off most products, free shipping on orders of $200 or more
LA Police Gear
Code: Labor13
13% off
Excludes Surefire, 5.11
TYR Tactical
Online order code: LABORDAY
15% off
Damage Industries
All rifle slings 20% off
Buy 1 get 1 free QD swivels
Complete M4 Buttstock assembly $40
Code: SLING20
SKD Tac
9/2: 10% off
9/3: 11% off
9/4: 12% off
Tactical Distributors
20% off most products, free shipping on orders of $200 or more
Lionheart torture test
Lionheart industries made this video to demonstrate that LH9C is no weakling.
From: Lionheart Industries
From: Lionheart Industries
Practicing with lasers
Shooting wire has a good article on how you can train with laser guns. It goes through several available options. as well as benefit of using one.
From: Shooting Wire
From: Shooting Wire