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Savage Arms New TIMBER Series of Rimfire Rifles

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 17, 2024 – Savage Arms® continues to be a leader of innovation in factory rifles with the introduction of the TIMBER Series– a new series of precision-engineered rimfire rifles. Offered in both bolt-action and semi-automatic, the all-new TIMBER Series is a testament to Savage’s commitment to excellence in firearms craftsmanship. TheContinue reading “Savage Arms New TIMBER Series of Rimfire Rifles”

25th Infantry Sniper

A very cool picture from 1969 of an Army sniper in the 25th ID. Youc an see him with the XM21 with night vision optic and suppressor. He mentions he had the Refield/Leathwood ART scope in the rucksack beside him. His spotter poses with his suppressed M16.

History: Bill Brophy

A follow up post on a man I have talked about in the past a bit. The most significant man at Aberdeen Proving Ground, in 1941, was General Julian Hatcher. Hatcher was one of the most prominent members of the nation’s shooting fraternity. He was also the Commanding General of the Ordnance Training Center. PerhapsContinue reading “History: Bill Brophy”

Heresy Design Vendetta Chassis for Ruger 10/22

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho- Heresy Design® is proud to announce the launch of Vendetta™. The Vendetta™ is a cutting-edge lightweight aluminum chassis system designed specifically for fixed barrel Ruger® 10/22® pattern barreled actions. Vendetta™ offers unmatched durability, versatility, and performance at a cost-effective price point. Machined from 6061 T6 Aluminum, Vendetta™ combines strength and agility, providingContinue reading “Heresy Design Vendetta Chassis for Ruger 10/22”

Tango Down’s New MK3 Rifle Magazine

TangoDown® Inc. is pleased to announce the release of the MK3 Magazine. After extensive engineering and testing, the wait is over. The MK3 magazine body is of modular construction and features aggressive texturing along with ribbed design for positive no-slip manipulation. We’re confident you’ll be pleased with the features and function the MK3 brings toContinue reading “Tango Down’s New MK3 Rifle Magazine”

Rangers In 1971

A group of Rangers having a little in Vietnam in 1971. Drinking booze out of a dead communist’s skull. The good old days. Some silly, whimsical fellows.

Land Navigation

By Kevin O’Brien Below is a series of articles Kevin had started before he died. The intention was to teach people land navigation and using tools and maps. Of course we all now he passed before he could expand and finish this teaching series. Kevin’s friend “PTMN “has agreed to continue this for us allContinue reading “Land Navigation”

Strike Enhanced Grip Module (SEGM) for SIG SAUER P365 FCUs

If you’re a fan of SIG and have been wanting to upgrade your daily carry, you might be interested in one of Strike Industries’ latest product offerings. Introducing the Strike Enhanced Grip Module (SEGM) for Sig Sauer P365 FCU’s, the first of many grip modules to come from Strike Industries. This grip module comes withContinue reading “Strike Enhanced Grip Module (SEGM) for SIG SAUER P365 FCUs”

“I Cannot Afford To Live”: Americans Get Emotional As The US Economy Goes Off The Rails

Authored by Michael Snyder via The Economic Collapse blog, As we approach what is likely to be the most chaotic presidential election in U.S. history, troubling signs are starting to erupt for the U.S. economy. In fact, CNN is actually admitting that “the long-predicted storm clouds in the economy may actually be forming”. I can’t remember theContinue reading ““I Cannot Afford To Live”: Americans Get Emotional As The US Economy Goes Off The Rails”

THE SPENCER CARBINE AT THE BEECHER’S ISLAND FIGHT

When the Civil war ended, the breech loading Spencer repeating carbine benefited from a wave of popularity. Gen. James Harrison Wilson had high praise for the firearm. “the Spencer carbine is undoubtedly the best firearm ever put into the hands of the soldier” he wrote in a document that would end up becoming part ofContinue reading “THE SPENCER CARBINE AT THE BEECHER’S ISLAND FIGHT”