June 2025 – Page 4 – Scattered Shots

Friday Fun

OUT OF TOWN

No new posts today. I had to go out of state for today to take Mom to her yearly check up from when she had cancer a few years ago. Depending on how late it is when I get back tonight there may only be the Friday Fun post tomorrow.

The Korean War Week 52 – MacArthur Fades, Ceasefire Hopes Rise – June 17 , 1951

SOG During Operation Dewey Canyon

Ken Bird gives his first-hand account of a SOG operation

Chiappa Firearms Expands Revolutionary Rhino Revolver Line with Powerful New Caliber

Chiappa Firearms is expanding its acclaimed Rhino series by introducing two new revolvers chambered in the powerful, versatile 10mm Auto. Available in a 6-inch matte black model and a 3-inch nickel-finished variant, these new handguns blend the unmistakable Rhino design with the hard-hitting performance of 10mm, offering shooters an exciting new option for defense, hunting,Continue reading “Chiappa Firearms Expands Revolutionary Rhino Revolver Line with Powerful New Caliber”

Liberty Ammunition Launches New OverWatch 5.56 Rifle Round

Liberty Ammunition, a leading U.S. manufacturer of advanced self-defense and rifle ammunition, announced the launch of its newest product: the Liberty OverWatch 5.56 77gr Rifle Round. Engineered for superior accuracy and performance, the OverWatch 5.56 77gr marks Liberty’s continued expansion into premium rifle ammunition. “Military T&E provided insight to improve accuracy at longer distances withContinue reading “Liberty Ammunition Launches New OverWatch 5.56 Rifle Round”

Shooting Baboons from a Cliff! | Nyala Falls, Part 3

Burst Selector: An Idea Whose Time has Come and Gone

By Kevin O’Brien A couple of years ago, the Army gave the lousy three-round-burst selector switch that was used on the M16A2 and successors, and the original M4, two in the chest and one in the head. There are still firearms with the bad trigger mechanism kicking around the services, but this decision was theContinue reading “Burst Selector: An Idea Whose Time has Come and Gone”

New Burris XTR PS Riflescope Now Available

The all-new Burris XTR PS riflescope – introduced in early of 2025 and engineered most for exceptional precision, clarity and reliability – is now shipping and available at dealers across North America. Developed for competitive and long-range tactical shooters, the new XTR PS combines Burris’ micro-adjustable P?K (Programmable Elevation Knob) technology and an advanced onboardContinue reading “New Burris XTR PS Riflescope Now Available”

Federal’s New Personal Defense HST 44 Rem. Mag Now Shipping

ANOKA, Minnesota – – Federal Ammunition has recently added a new HST 44 Rem. Mag. “Light Magnum” load featuring a specially designed hollow-point bullet, added to the Federal Premium Personal Defense product line. The new product is ideal for those seeking HST performance for self-defense with magnum revolvers. The latest load is currently being deliveredContinue reading “Federal’s New Personal Defense HST 44 Rem. Mag Now Shipping”