Asian Defence News has photos of Iran's new Fateh - Conqueror 5.56mm rifle. This seems like a copy of M4 lower and modified uppper.
Upper has charging handles on its side, and picatinny rail on top. It could possibly be a gas piston operated upper. Buttstock seems to be a copy of Magpul UBR stock.
This is not the first time Iran military has been spotted with an AR clone. A few years ago Iran Revolutionary Gurads were spotted using M16 A2 clone, possibly copied from a Norinco.
More pics at link: http://www.asiandefencenews.com/2014/09/new-iranian-tactical-weapons-unveiled.html
Another link - LiveLeak
From: Asian Defence News, LiveLeak
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Tuesday, September 30, 2014
2014 Trijicon WSC videos
There are some videos from the competition.
Gunworks has the most comprehensive onc
http://youtu.be/H2k8S7Fr8n8
ORTBACH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0_vdMBm2lo
Iggy Shoots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIDqvUQsGoU
Gunworks has the most comprehensive onc
http://youtu.be/H2k8S7Fr8n8
ORTBACH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0_vdMBm2lo
Iggy Shoots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIDqvUQsGoU
Getting shot by .22 tracer
22 plinkster decided to see how a tracer would look like from the receiving end.
http://youtu.be/drmEmoz7d40
From: 22plinkster
http://youtu.be/drmEmoz7d40
From: 22plinkster
Monday, September 29, 2014
USPSA Nationals
USPSA Nationals were held at St. George Utah.
The winners are,
Open: Max Michel
Limited: Nils Jonasson
Limited 10: Todd Jarrett
Production: Ben Stoeger
Here are some videos from the match.
Stages 1-9
http://youtu.be/aumY1j0FWj0
The Great One(Rob Leatham)
http://youtu.be/hC4IW6wICas
and juniors
http://youtu.be/tgtiL0mgrpE
From: USPSA
The winners are,
Open: Max Michel
Limited: Nils Jonasson
Limited 10: Todd Jarrett
Production: Ben Stoeger
Here are some videos from the match.
Stages 1-9
http://youtu.be/aumY1j0FWj0
The Great One(Rob Leatham)
http://youtu.be/hC4IW6wICas
and juniors
http://youtu.be/tgtiL0mgrpE
From: USPSA
Manticore Arms integrally suppressed rail for Tavor
Manticore Arms has an a rail system that has integrated suppressor for 9mm Tavor. It adds 4 inches to the gun.
http://youtu.be/oDTqQmCN17s
From: Military Arms Channel
http://youtu.be/oDTqQmCN17s
From: Military Arms Channel
Sunday, September 28, 2014
DDI AK47U Rifle
Destructive Devices Inc is a new company that bought Waffen Works and is bringing back AKs
http://youtu.be/tkb8ARYGwn4
From: Military Arms Channel
http://youtu.be/tkb8ARYGwn4
From: Military Arms Channel
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Smith & Wesson Performance Center ported pistols
S&W is coming up with ported M&Ps from Performance Centers. Currently it is for 9mm.
http://youtu.be/ulCQiM3Wghg
From: Smith & Wesson
http://youtu.be/ulCQiM3Wghg
From: Smith & Wesson
Nazi belt buckle pistol
Forgotten Weapons had interesting item - a Nazi belt buckle. It is part of RIA collection and someone contacted Ian(Forgotten Weapons) and told story of how that particular peice might have came to US collector's attention.
What throws more confusion is some of comments that show other possible theories. Nonetheless it is an interesting discussion.
http://www.forgottenweapons.com/nazi-belt-buckle-pistol-background/
From: Forgotten Weapons
Friday, September 26, 2014
Concealment does not mean cover - vehicles
Kotac looks at how different bullets act when they are shot through a car. This is not a scientific test but does look interesting
http://youtu.be/4wDB7POFBds
From: KoTac
http://youtu.be/4wDB7POFBds
From: KoTac
MANTA Nav Light
Laser Max has a new light coming out that mounts on Picatinny rail. It emits 100 lumens, can be mounted fast. It is different from weapon mounted lights we've seen in last decade.
http://blogs.militarytimes.com/gearscout/2014/05/22/sofic-2014/
From: GearScout
http://blogs.militarytimes.com/gearscout/2014/05/22/sofic-2014/
From: GearScout
Thursday, September 25, 2014
SIG coming with 10mm pistols
According to the SIG Forum, SIG is going to produce P220 in 10mm. No date has been set for release yet
http://sigforum.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/430601935/m/4280076263
Models offered are,
From: Sigforum
http://sigforum.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/430601935/m/4280076263
Models offered are,
- P220 Stainless Elite 10mm, standard length slide and barrel, DA/SA
- P220 Match Elite 10mm, stainless, long slide, 5" barrel, DA/SA
- P220 SAO 10mm, stainless, long slide, 5" barrel, SAO
From: Sigforum
Shit you see on the range
Polenar Tactical makes this video that covers quite a few things you will see on the range.
http://youtu.be/4g5p6b-ZZ5Y
From: Polenar Tactical
http://youtu.be/4g5p6b-ZZ5Y
From: Polenar Tactical
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
2000m Shot with AX338
2000 meters is a long distance. The longest snipershot with .338 Lapua was made by CoH Craig Harrison of UK in Afghanistan, at 2,475 meters. (This is the only confirmed shot over 2000 meters with .338 Lapua. Others were mostly .50 BMG)
http://youtu.be/HKoV-wgfQMI
From: Vickers Tactical
http://youtu.be/HKoV-wgfQMI
From: Vickers Tactical
MSBS will be in 7.62X39
According to The Firearm Blog, MSBS will also be offered in 7.62X39, and can utilize AK magazines.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/09/23/msbs-will-offered-7-62x39/
From: The Firearm Blog
Jerry Miculek and Mossberg
Miculek shows what he can do with a shotgun. You can expect some awesomeness
http://youtu.be/Z3m-WNk44hI
From: Miculek.com
http://youtu.be/Z3m-WNk44hI
From: Miculek.com
CANIK TP9
IraqVeteran8888 reviews this copy of Walther P99 from Turkey.
http://youtu.be/9EOJjYDT7V4
From: Iraqveteran8888
http://youtu.be/9EOJjYDT7V4
From: Iraqveteran8888
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Ruger LCR in 9mm
Ruger is now offering LCR in 9mm. 5 round capacity
http://www.ruger.com/products/lcr/models.html
Price(MSRP): $599
http://www.ruger.com/products/lcr/models.html
Price(MSRP): $599
Monday, September 22, 2014
Type 94 slowmotion
Forgotten Weapons has slow motion of Japanese Nambu pistol. Make sure you watch all the way to the end.
http://youtu.be/NWUkhHj2P6c
From: Forgotten Weapons
http://youtu.be/NWUkhHj2P6c
From: Forgotten Weapons
New IDPA Reloading Rules
Powerfactor Show looks at the reloading rule that has potential to cause confusion.
http://youtu.be/m-Wb0WzVqSA
From: Powerfactor Show
http://youtu.be/m-Wb0WzVqSA
From: Powerfactor Show
Saturday, September 20, 2014
BCM Trivia Challenge
LAV and BCM got together to set up a trivia challenge.
Watch the video and you can go to BCM's website to enter your answer. You get chance to win replica of BCM rifle LAV has
http://www.bravocompanymfg.com/bcm_trivia_challenge/
From: BCM
Watch the video and you can go to BCM's website to enter your answer. You get chance to win replica of BCM rifle LAV has
http://www.bravocompanymfg.com/bcm_trivia_challenge/
From: BCM
Gemtech GM22 Suppressor review
Oleg Volk reviewed Gemtech's GM22 suppressor
http://www.alloutdoor.com/2014/09/17/gemtech-gm22-suppressor/
From: Alloutdoor
http://www.alloutdoor.com/2014/09/17/gemtech-gm22-suppressor/
From: Alloutdoor
Skill Peaks and Valleys
Tiger McGee shares advice on how to keep the interest going on.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/229167
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/229167
From: Shooting Wire
Friday, September 19, 2014
Krebs Custom AK KV13 torture test
MAC puts this AK though some tough environments. Red dot sight is Bushnell TRS-25. There is also a small test on commercial AK magazines from Magpul.
http://youtu.be/18JtG4alPT4
From: Military Arms Channel
http://youtu.be/18JtG4alPT4
From: Military Arms Channel
Trijicon World Shooting Championship result
The Trijicon World Shooting Championship is over and Staff Sergeant Daniel Horner took the trophy.
Here is the complete list of winners
https://www.trijicon.com/na_en/community/whats_new_item.php?whats_newID=news_134
From: Trijicon
Here is the complete list of winners
https://www.trijicon.com/na_en/community/whats_new_item.php?whats_newID=news_134
From: Trijicon
IDPA Nationals winners
Congratulations to all winners!
ESR: Gregg Kratochvil
SSR: Rhett Crutchfield
ESP: Nils Jonasson
CDP: Glenn Shelby
SSP: Bob Vogel
High Lady: Randi Rogers
Junior: Ashley Rheuark
From: The Shooting Wire
ESR: Gregg Kratochvil
SSR: Rhett Crutchfield
ESP: Nils Jonasson
CDP: Glenn Shelby
SSP: Bob Vogel
High Lady: Randi Rogers
Junior: Ashley Rheuark
From: The Shooting Wire
Thursday, September 18, 2014
The Filmography of Guns
Cathryn Lavery has a Kickstarter project that will print a visual history of iconic guns from film and television. Goal is $6,500, but the pledges alerady exceeded nearly 5 times the amount.
Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cathryn/the-filmography-of-guns
From: Kickstarter via ENDO
Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cathryn/the-filmography-of-guns
From: Kickstarter via ENDO
Beretta ARX-100 review
The Firearm Blog reviewed this Beretta carbine.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/09/17/gun-review-beretta-arx-100-review/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/09/17/gun-review-beretta-arx-100-review/
From: The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Elder Heart BCM Recce 16
Kyle Defoor shares Elder Heart BCM Recce 16 he built with BCM. This rifle will be auctioned on his Facebook page on Oct. 11th, 2014. Elder Hear is a group supporting veterans combating PTSD and TBI.
http://youtu.be/VRcM6J5-3Bo
From: Bravo Company USA
http://youtu.be/VRcM6J5-3Bo
From: Bravo Company USA
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
3D Printed Glock Light Mount
The Firearm Blog has video and photos from a Redditor who designed a light mount for Glock. It actually works for several rounds. It is hard to tell if it will last for more extended use, but it is interesting nonethless.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/09/15/3d-printed-glock-light-mount/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/09/15/3d-printed-glock-light-mount/
From: The Firearm Blog
Bravo Company Gunfighter buttstock
GearScout has photo of upcoming BCM's Gunfighter Buttstock. You can also see a few more photos from Soldier systems
GearScout: http://blogs.militarytimes.com/gearscout/2014/09/14/sneak-peak-of-bravo-company-usas-upcoming-gunfighter-buttstock/
Soldier Systems: http://soldiersystems.net/2014/09/16/sneak-peak-bcm-stock/
From: Gear Scout, Soldier Systems
GearScout: http://blogs.militarytimes.com/gearscout/2014/09/14/sneak-peak-of-bravo-company-usas-upcoming-gunfighter-buttstock/
Soldier Systems: http://soldiersystems.net/2014/09/16/sneak-peak-bcm-stock/
From: Gear Scout, Soldier Systems
Tactical-Life reviews ARs
Tactical-Life looks at 3 ARs from different manufacturers
DPMS TAC2 5.56 Carbine
Windham Weaponry Carbon Fiber SRC
DoubleStar Dominators
From: Tactical-Life
DPMS TAC2 5.56 Carbine
Windham Weaponry Carbon Fiber SRC
DoubleStar Dominators
From: Tactical-Life
Astra A-75L
Guns.com looks at this rare gun from now-defunct Astra company.
http://www.guns.com/review/2014/09/15/a-300-sig-clone-for-carry-the-astra-a-75l/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/review/2014/09/15/a-300-sig-clone-for-carry-the-astra-a-75l/
From: Guns.com
Monday, September 15, 2014
Top 5 Guns for the college bound
Iraqveteran8888 looks at 5 guns for the new college student.
Additional advice GNB would like to share.
One thing the new student will need to do is check with local law. General rule of thumb is that some college doesn't allow guns in their dorms. Some colleges allow empty guns in trunk or case, but not CCW, and the student needs to double check. In some states, using or possession of pepper spray or Taser can be problematic.
Read the housing contract and student code(usually found in catalog). If it is not feasible, might want to consider living in apartments not owned by college.
Also, learning marksmanship as well as defensive shooting training should help. (Parents should help their children learn safety from early on). Guns are exceptional defense tool, but that doesn't mean the student should forego other measures.
Additional advice GNB would like to share.
One thing the new student will need to do is check with local law. General rule of thumb is that some college doesn't allow guns in their dorms. Some colleges allow empty guns in trunk or case, but not CCW, and the student needs to double check. In some states, using or possession of pepper spray or Taser can be problematic.
Read the housing contract and student code(usually found in catalog). If it is not feasible, might want to consider living in apartments not owned by college.
Also, learning marksmanship as well as defensive shooting training should help. (Parents should help their children learn safety from early on). Guns are exceptional defense tool, but that doesn't mean the student should forego other measures.
Sunday, September 14, 2014
3 ways to improve trigger pull
FateofDestinee goes over simple ways to improve trigger pull. The video is supposed to be for beginners but there is nothing wrong with reviewing fundamentals.
From: FateofDestinee
From: FateofDestinee
TargetVision Camera System
MAC reviews this video system that can work up to 1000 yards
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
10 reasons why every hunter should like suppressors
Game & Fish looks at 10 reasons to endorse suppressor use. Police get grants for disability prevention, and hunters could protect their hearings too. But there are many more reasons.
http://www.gameandfishmag.com/guns-shooting/suppressors/
http://www.gameandfishmag.com/guns-shooting/suppressors/
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Frank Proctor - Shooting around vehicles
Frank Proctor shares tips on how to shoot around vehicles.
From: Trigger Time TV
From: Trigger Time TV
Shooting K-31 Swiss Rifle 1572 yards
mag30th shoots his K31 rifle 1,572 yards(1,437 meters) on an 18 inch target. It's worthy to note that he is using run-of-the-mill K31.
From: mag30th
From: mag30th
Friday, September 12, 2014
Ammo loaded backwards
The Ammo Channel looks at if loading ammo backwards makes it more potent
From: The Ammo Channel
From: The Ammo Channel
5 things shooters should know
Tiger McKee talks about 5 things a shooter should know. Not necessarily shooting technique related, but more of over-all advice.
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/229150
From: Shooting Wire
http://www.shootingwire.com/features/229150
From: Shooting Wire
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Radom factory tour and ad
Here's a video your of Poland's Fabryka Broni Łucznik in Radom. They released a series of ads including the factory tour video. If you want to watch the new facility, skip to 2:40
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YNG6aXqU7k
Also additional ads for
Beryl Assault Rifle
http://youtu.be/_mtUK7qUobI
and MSBS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27Te9cGGVpI
From: Fabrika Broni
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Handloading to the max
Powerfactorshow looks at how to get higher velocities without causing a catastrophic failure.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oPuSDLYgEk
From: Powerfactorshow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oPuSDLYgEk
From: Powerfactorshow
Mag Tactical AIR 15 RECON
Iraqveteran8888 looks at this 4.8lbs AR.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-kvlpoht1Y
From: Iraqveteran8888
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-kvlpoht1Y
From: Iraqveteran8888
Prototype AR-10 up for auction
The Firearm Blog reports that one of prototype AR-10(ser. number 1038) is up for auction. IT was a part of the original batch of Armalite test guns.
Auction is held at James D. Julia. Inc
From: The Firearm Blog
Ruger Gunsite Scout rifle in 5.56
Ruger is coming up with Gunsite Scout rifle chambered in 5.26/.223 caliber. The original Scout rifle design by Jeff Cooper called for .308 and Ruger already offers in that caliber.
Price(MSRP) for this rifle is $1099, same as .308 version
http://www.ruger.com/products/gunsiteScoutRifle/models.html
From: Ruger
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
The guns of Red Dawn 30 years later
Examiner looks at the guns from the movie Red Dawn. It goes through how the weapons were acquired, modified and what happened to them after the movie.
http://www.examiner.com/article/the-guns-of-red-dawn-30-years-later
From: Examiner
H&K VP9 review by MSW
Tim Lau from Modern Service Weapons shares his opinion of this pistol. He gives some unique insight to how this gun performs from a seasoned shooter's perspective.
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=11454
From: Modern Service Weapons
http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=11454
From: Modern Service Weapons
5.7x28mm vs .22 Magnum
MAC shoots and compares the two rounds using ballistics gel for fun.
http://youtu.be/XmhmtJvLZQU
From: Mlitary Arms Channel
http://youtu.be/XmhmtJvLZQU
From: Mlitary Arms Channel
Sunday, September 7, 2014
Simunition Training
Colion Noir decided to participate in simunition training with Trident Response Group.
Going through a simunition training is an eye opener for a lot of people and it brings out a lot of deficiency to improve
Unfortuantely finding a good simunition or training is not easy as it requires more human power and equipments.
From: Colion Noir
Going through a simunition training is an eye opener for a lot of people and it brings out a lot of deficiency to improve
Unfortuantely finding a good simunition or training is not easy as it requires more human power and equipments.
From: Colion Noir
Sight-Tracker Drill
Mike Pannone has a new drill up
Description:
8 shots slide lock reload and 8 more on 6", 8" square, 6"x11" A-zone and 1/4 size IPSC @ 10 yards. 7.97 clean. 6" plate must be shot first, after that it's shooters choice. I call it the Sight-Tracker drill. Virginia count, mandatory slide lock reload and the par time is 8 seconds. You have no chance of shooting it clean if you're not tracking your sights on every shot. I used different sizes and much smaller steel than you usually see to force legit accuracy at speed and force a changing acceptable sight picture and cadence. I threw in a slide lock reload because it makes you touch everything of consequence on the gun. 8 seconds clean is a USPSA hit factor of 10.
Description:
8 shots slide lock reload and 8 more on 6", 8" square, 6"x11" A-zone and 1/4 size IPSC @ 10 yards. 7.97 clean. 6" plate must be shot first, after that it's shooters choice. I call it the Sight-Tracker drill. Virginia count, mandatory slide lock reload and the par time is 8 seconds. You have no chance of shooting it clean if you're not tracking your sights on every shot. I used different sizes and much smaller steel than you usually see to force legit accuracy at speed and force a changing acceptable sight picture and cadence. I threw in a slide lock reload because it makes you touch everything of consequence on the gun. 8 seconds clean is a USPSA hit factor of 10.
Saturday, September 6, 2014
SureFire X300U in tan
Surefire will be releasing X300U in tan color. It will be shipped to dealers in October.
From: Surefire
Civilian legal AN/PEQ-15 (ATPIAL-C) from TNVC
TNVC is taking pre-orders for ATPIAL-C, more commonly known as AN/PEQ-15. This has some components taken out to make it a civilian- friendly version, but it still has IR pointer, red laser pointer.
Pre-order price is $1199, and will ship mid-november. After it is available, price will go up.
Link: http://tnvc.com/shop/l3-insight-atpial-c-class1-ir-laser/
From: TNVC
Minie ball test
Iraqveteran8888 looks at ballistics of Minie ball from Civili War era. It turns in to some unintended hilarious moments
From: Iraqveteran8888
From: Iraqveteran8888
Friday, September 5, 2014
Swiss made SIG Sauer SG 553
Sig Sauer is bringing in Swiss made SG 553 pistols in limite quantity. Interest buyers need to contact SIG dealer.
MSRP is $3792
From: Sig Sauer
MSRP is $3792
From: Sig Sauer
Vincent by Frank Proctor
Frank Proctor has a new drill inspired by the movie "Collateral"
From: Wilson Combat
From: Wilson Combat
Glock to sel parts via Brownells
Glock parts will be available via Brownells. Magazines and threaed barrels have been available for previously but this expands it to whole Glock factory parts.
From: Shooting Illustrated
From: Shooting Illustrated
Thursday, September 4, 2014
XM-3 Sniper Rifle auction
Civilian Marksmanship Program is auctioning XM-3 Sniper Rifle. This was used by DARPA to come up with lighter sniper rifle than M40 while improving accuracy.
Some of the requirements were;
clip-on night vision that did not require re-zero, better optics, and better stock, and it had to be suppressed. The barrel had to be short enough to allow maneuverability yet long enough to deliver a 10” group at 1,000 yards
18" barrels had no problem performing along with 20" barrels. There were XM-3s made but this rifle seems to be only one that is available for non-military ownership.
The package also includes
Scope SN: Q04961; Sniper Data Book with some firing information; PVS22 Night Vision Device SN: 2896D (mounting fastener is broken, seems as though it can be repaired; refer to picture); appears complete tool/cleaning kit with cleaning rod; sling; suppressor case and wrap; SUPPRESSOR NOT INCLUDED; bipod; cold bore shot target; instructions; iM3200 Storm case
From: CMP
LAV at AN-94 & AEK-971
Larry Vickers visited The Russia Central Armed Forces Museum. Both guns were featured on his channel before, but here we get to see internals and working mechanism
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
SIG P227 TACOPS
SIG Sauer posted their upcoming P227 TACOPS with 14 round magazine. TACOPs will come with 4 magazine. According to Guns.com P227 TACOPS uses traditional grip instead of E2 grip most SIGs now have.
Some mroe info can be found at:
http://www.guns.com/2014/09/02/sig-unveils-new-141-45-acp-p227-tacops/
From: SIG Sauer, Guns.com
Geissele Super Sabra Tavor Trigger
MAC looks at the production version of Geissele Super Sabra Tavor trigger
From: MAC
From: MAC
Slow motion gun compilation
Slow Mo Lab released compilation video of guns doing what they are designed to do
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSmC8A1pNsU
From: Slow Mo Lab
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSmC8A1pNsU
From: Slow Mo Lab
10 Russian SMGS for CQB
Tactical-life looks at Russian SMGs that were meant for close quarter combat.
http://www.tactical-life.com/firearms/10-russian-smgs-built-for-close-quarters-combat/
From: Tactical-Life
http://www.tactical-life.com/firearms/10-russian-smgs-built-for-close-quarters-combat/
From: Tactical-Life
Monday, September 1, 2014
GNB: H&K VP9 review
This is not the first time H&K made a striker-fired pistol(last being P7) made of polymer(last being VP-70). However since the USP line became the main model for H&K pistols, the rule seemed to be a polymer frame with hammer. Subsequent designs(P2000, HK45, and P30) all followed such rule.
Fast foward about 25 years or so, the market warmed up to striker-fired pistols and is now the norm thanks to proliferation of Glocks and others. With the change in market, H&K had to adapt, and this is their offering.
When you first open the case, it comes with 2 sets of side panels, 2 sets of backstrap, an extra magazine(LE version comes with 2 extra magazines), gun, and other goodies it comes with. The gun itself looks like a cousin of P30, or as one my friend so eloquently stated, "bastard of a one-night stand between a P30 and Walther PPQ."
The basic version comes with glow-in dark sights that light up as bright green glow when you apply some lights. Personal experience says that a 5 second application of a 50 lumen light is good enough to keep the glow on for about a few minutes. LE version comes with tritium sights made by Meprolights(Truglo)
There is nothing much to say about the cosmetics, and the real fun begins when you actually shoot.