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The Korean War 034 – Four Chinese Armies Target Wonju – February 11, 1951
The Legacy of the Holland & Holland Magnum Chamberings in the Model 70
From pre64win Among the many legendary cartridges offered in the Winchester Model 70, few match the pedigree of its two original magnum chamberings – the .375 H&H Magnum and the .300 H&H Magnum. Born of British ingenuity and boosted by American market forces, these cartridges have become enduring icons of versatility, power, and reliability. AContinue reading “The Legacy of the Holland & Holland Magnum Chamberings in the Model 70”
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Ikey STarks Custom Colt
From 1911_purview Right around the time I was graduating from high school, this Colt in .45 ACP was being made by Ikey Starks of Sports West out of Lakewood CO. Ikey co-founded Sports West with George Orndorff and the two of them crafted high end custom guns in the 70s and 80s. George was moreContinue reading “Ikey STarks Custom Colt”
1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group Launches the Pathfinder Chest Holster
Miami, FL – 1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group, a leading provider of premium leather holsters, EDC tool organizers, and associated outdoor and sporting goods, has introduced the Pathfinder Chest Holster. This is the perfect open-carry holster for hunters, campers, hikers, pilots, or anyone who needs quick, unobstructed access to their handgun in case of an emergency.Continue reading “1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group Launches the Pathfinder Chest Holster”
Strike Industries Releases a New Concussion Reduction Device: The Oppressor LITE V2
Strike Industries is proud to introduce the latest evolution in concussion reduction technology—the Strike Oppressor Lite V2. Designed to deliver high performance in a lightweight package, the Oppressor Lite V2 provides shooters with a no-compromise solution for gas redirection and recoil management. Weighing in at only 5 ounces, the Oppressor Lite V2 is nearly halfContinue reading “Strike Industries Releases a New Concussion Reduction Device: The Oppressor LITE V2”
Thomas David Walter Custom series 70
From 1911_purview Colt 70 series in .45 ACP by Thomas David Walters out of Dallas Texas. Tex, as he was known to friends and family, discovered flying at an early age and dutifully served his country as a Navy pilot. In the wake of his military service, he flew for Delta Airlines for almost 25Continue reading “Thomas David Walter Custom series 70”
Strike Industries Releases the XA Handguard for SIG SAUER CROSS
Strike Industries has just released the X-Axis Handguard for the SIG Cross bolt action rifle. In pure Strike fashion, the Strike XA is a sleek and extremely functional handguard that functions as a direct OEM replacement – it even reuses the original screws from SIG’s handguard. With a 2 piece design, the top picatinny railContinue reading “Strike Industries Releases the XA Handguard for SIG SAUER CROSS”
Is ATF Using AI-Powered Facial Recognition To ID Gun Owners?
Submitted by Gun Owners of America, Several reports now indicate that ATF has access to and utilizes facial recognition technology to identify gun owners. In fact, two Government Accountability Office reports confirm that ATF does have access to various facial recognition systems, including Clearview AI, Vigilant Solutions, and other systems owned by other federal, state,Continue reading “Is ATF Using AI-Powered Facial Recognition To ID Gun Owners?”