Diagram of the locally made Rhodesian Kill Quick or K.Q. firing device attachment designed to go on vehicle hoods and roofs.Loaded with different kinds of shot, the K.Q. was an easy and cheap alternative to having an entire armed convoy just to run to the supermarket. Mainly marketed towards farmers and those that lived awayContinue reading “Rhodesian Kill Quick Device”
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Sightmark Releases the Strikon VMP 1-4×22 SFP Fiber V2: A Prismatic Riflescope Rebuilt on Shooter Feedback
Sightmark has released the Strikon VMP 1-4×22 SFP Fiber V2 Prismatic Riflescope, an updated version of its original variable magnification prismatic sight developed in direct response to shooter feedback. The V2 retains the compact 1-4x prismatic design that defined the original optic while introducing substantive updates to turret protection, mounting flexibility, and included accessories, makingContinue reading “Sightmark Releases the Strikon VMP 1-4×22 SFP Fiber V2: A Prismatic Riflescope Rebuilt on Shooter Feedback”
ZeroTech Optics Introduces the Vengeance 1-6×24 LPVO in Flat Dark Earth
ashville, TN — ZeroTech Optics is expanding its popular Vengeance riflescope lineup with the release of the new Vengeance 1-6×24 LPVO – RAR Illuminated FDE. The new Flat Dark Earth configuration gives hunters, recreational shooters, and modern sporting rifle owners another finish option while retaining the dependable performance and practical features that have made theContinue reading “ZeroTech Optics Introduces the Vengeance 1-6×24 LPVO in Flat Dark Earth”
Rare & Unique Colt Revolvers, Homemade S&W “Cowboy” Guns & A Short Lived Military 45 Before The 45
A great mix of rare, unique and fun revolvers today, hope you enjoy.
The Bloody Lane At Antietam
This is a AI augmented photo and little write up on the facebook page, Warzone Legacy Zone. The bodies of Confederate soldiers lay scattered along the sunken road called “Bloody Lane” after the Battle of Antietam, creating one of the most haunting images ever captured during the American Civil War. Taken by photographer Alexander GardnerContinue reading “The Bloody Lane At Antietam”
The Korean War Week 109 – One Step From Peace! – July 21, 1952
There’s only one thing left at the Panmunjom Peace Talks standing in the way of an armistice- Article 51. However, this article deals with the release of POWs and the two sides have very different interpretations of it. The UN is however, currently releasing all the civilian internees they hold. In the field, the fightingContinue reading “The Korean War Week 109 – One Step From Peace! – July 21, 1952”
Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban, Bolstering SAF’s Cases Before the Supreme Court
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down New Jersey’s assault weapon and magazine capacity bans, bolstering a positive outcome in the Second Amendment Foundation’s (SAF) two assault weapons ban cases currently before the Supreme Court. “Today’s Third Circuit decision striking down New Jersey’s so-called ‘assault weapons’ ban confirms arguments in SAF’s two casesContinue reading “Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban, Bolstering SAF’s Cases Before the Supreme Court”
Body Armor: Vietnam Use and Development
By Trey Moore Body armor and flak jackets have been something sought after by armed forces around the globe to protect their troops from arms fire and shrapnel. Developed to prevent death and lessen injuries, body armor has been used in war combat since as early as world war one. Even from the first mediocreContinue reading “Body Armor: Vietnam Use and Development”
Light Precision: Build Guide for the SPR and DMR Platforms
This article is shared from a guy who used to follow our writing over at LooseRounds and was inspired by us. He started his site as a sort of blog detailing his journey to being a better rifleman and its evolved into something more like what LooseRounds used to be. The gun world tends toContinue reading “Light Precision: Build Guide for the SPR and DMR Platforms”
The Legendary US Marine Corps Model 70 Sniper Rifle
From pre64win.com On May 29, 1942, eager to do their part in the war effort, Winchester shipped 373 model 70 standard .30-06 rifles to the US Marine Corps. Winchester requested the Marines evaluate the rifles generally for suitability of use in combat, and specifically for use as sniper rifles. Two months later the Marine CorpsContinue reading “The Legendary US Marine Corps Model 70 Sniper Rifle”
Scattered Shots 