Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 144 – tonight we’ll talk about Microsoft hololens, Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire, Sig Scorpion Evo E3, Kinetic Development Group, Shit savage found on Reddit and more!
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We took a Pelican 1700 for a spin over the last 90 days to review, and it updated my opinion on hard cases.
Hard cases felt like a good idea when I first started my gun collection. Quickly I built a corner of my office that is dedicated to all my assorted sized cases. I seldom used them preferring lighter, collapsible soft cases for most of my uses. Though I do heavily rely on the smaller ones for magazines and pistols when traveling through Il and NY.
As I travel more and spend time in the firearms community my interest in hard cases was rekindled. A trip to PAK Rite in Wixom where Morgan showed me some of the excellent organizational ideas they had developed for the Pelican line of cases. If you’re a fan of custom cases, Pelican cases with Pak Rite (https://www.thepelicancaseoutlet.com/) foam are a must have.
The next thing that happened was the need to travel with a rifle for a class out of state via airplane. A locking secure transportation was a requirement of that course. Having wheels and an easy way to transport equipment was an incredibly nice plus. Pelican cases offer very sturdy locking tabs and with reinforced padlock holes you can meet TSA travel requirements. For those of us who are overly cautious driving through Il and NY with weapons, these cases exceed the requirements of interstate travel and should offer some protection should you be stopped during transit through the state. Your mileage may vary, and we make no legal advice in these regards.
These cases are designed for temperature ranges that will make an EOTech miss a barn. While -40 to 210 is not a common range you would be surprised the variations in storage compartments traveling from Detroit to Vegas.
The built in vents allow for the release of excess pressure without allowing water or contaminates into the case. I have been testing this with a Pelican 1010 holding ammo in my car for the last year. From warm summers to cold winters, the case and the ammo have held up magnificently.
Michigan seldom has perfect weather. Often training takes place in snow (even in April) and rain. Soft bags are less than ideal when you’re heading to a class that is wet. Being able to set out a hard case that you can simply wipe down before stowing back in your truck makes for a much better experience and leads to less moisture in your vehicle.
The 1700 specifically offers a rolling cart solution making transport from vehicle to range an easy trip. With room for a carbine, handgun and magazines in the Pelican 1700, which leaves you with only a range bag with ammo and ear pro to carry.
Pelican offers a Lifetime limited warranty on all its products. Pelican will replace or repair any part or item broken for the lifetime of the product. That is HUGE. One of the reasons they can do this is because they are making a high-quality product here in the USA that was designed to meet or exceed military standards. You can find posts around the web praising the customer service in the rare incidents people have had an issue with their case.
The Pelican 1700 case is ideal for so many because it’s a blank slate that can fit a lot. When you look at cutting the foam you have a myriad of options on how much gear can fit in. Because carbine classes and travel usually dictate a single AR and pistol my configuration focuses on those with spare mags for each as well as a sling and optic. That does not mean that is what you need to do with it. I have seen the 1700 configured with a single lower and multiple uppers for example.
Pelican is a Mil-spec container for a reason. Sensitive equipment from just about every part of the private sector is stored in these cases for a reason. More competitive shooters use Pelican than any other case for a reason. If you’re looking for a way to keep your gear dry and secure Pelican should be at the top of your list. You can buy Pelican Cases in a wide range of sizes and prices from your local authorized Pelican dealer or online via Amazon here.
Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/pelican-1700-review/
Bushnell, an industry leader in high-quality optics that are waterproof, fog-proof and shock proof, announced a complete re-engineering of the company’s popular Trophy line of hunting optics. In addition, Bushnell is now offering a new feature-laden Trophy Xtreme line of binoculars, riflescopes, spotting scopes and laser rangefinders for hunting, outdoor and birding enthusiasts.
Bushnell Trophy optics have been trusted for years, and the addition of the all-new Trophy Xtreme line provides even more performance for serious hunters and sport enthusiasts. Both lines will carry the Bushnell “No Questions Asked” Lifetime Warranty. Regardless of how these optics are broken, Bushnell has one response: “Yes, that’s covered.” The No Questions Asked Lifetime Warranty, launched in early 2016, applies to all riflescopes, binoculars and spotting scopes in the Trophy and Trophy Xtreme product families.
“We’re thrilled with the results of the new Trophy Xtreme and updated Trophy lines,” said Curtis Smith, Bushnell Product Director. “We’re delivering top-line performance at a great value to the customer. Plus, no matter what happens, we will stand behind these products, no questions asked.”
Both versions of binoculars offer fully multi-coated lenses in an armored chassis. The optics are waterproof, fogproof and built to take a beating while delivering best-in-class durability and clarity. Trophy Xtreme versions offer improved three-step eyecups to provide better fit and comfort, along with larger objective lenses and higher magnification.
The new Trophy riflescopes come in seven configurations and six reticle options for edge-to-edge clarity and best-in-class 91% light transmission. Bushnell’s exclusive Rainguard HD waterproofing and fogproof lenses put these scopes ahead of the competition. The Trophy Xtreme scopes feature 30mm tubes and 4x magnification ratios. They offer increased brightness and clearer images. Illuminated and long-range versions are also available.
The new TrophyXtreme spotting scopes are offered in 50mm or 60mm objective lenses, have up to 60x magnification and utilize a porro-prism design. Users will enjoy the compact tripod, window mount, waterproof hard-sided case and soft-sided case included with this spotter. All models boast 100 percent waterproof rubber armor construction.
Difficulty ranging dark, non-reflective targets in low-light conditions is now a thing of the past, thanks to the new Full Spectrum Targeting technology found in both Trophy and Trophy Xtreme laser rangefinders. The 4x20mm Trophy laser rangefinder is rainproof, accurate to 1-yard and can reach out to a maximum distance of 850 yds. Opt for the Trophy Xtreme laser rangefinder and receive the added benefit of Angle Range Compensation (ARC) technology. ARC accounts for the steepness of the shot angle, giving shooters a true horizontal distance to the target for precise shot placement.
Dashcam footage of the rescue shows Sergeant Greg Bogert desperately running to catch the man before he jumps, then pulling him to the ground to restrain him.
The police officer can be heard shouting ‘don’t f****** do it’ during the dramatic rescue
The 18-year veteran of the Riverdale Police Department then calmed the man down enough to get him in an ambulance and taken to the hospital, saving the men’s life.
Source Article from http://www.special-ops.org/17154/dashcam-captured-hero-cop-tackling-man-as-he-runs-to-jump-off-60ft-bridge.html
Taken from the headcam of an ISIS fighter, it captures the chaos among a group of hapless militants as they fumble around trying to fire weapons at Kurdish forces in Iraq.
Apparently, a bunch of militants is driving the armored vehicle while the bullets fly past them. The militants onboard bicker and moan at each other while they are surrounded with rocket launchers and AK-47s.
The video, obtained by VICE News, shows one of the militant firings a machine gun perched on the side of the armored vehicle, but at one point the weapons slip. Another militant scream at him to be ‘careful not to shoot at our brothers!’ – referring to other ISIS armoured vehicles ahead of them in the convoy.
The militant continues firing his assault rifle, but is promptly barracked by another who yells: ‘The bullet casings are hitting us! Be careful, Abu Abdullah!’
In the bedlam, one fanatic demands a rocket launcher, but is asked by a confused militant: ‘The rockets for firing at people or armored vehicles?’
He eventually grabs hold of one and rises unsteadily to his feet with the weapon balanced precariously on his shoulder. When he delivers it, smoke and debris showered their vehicle and the force appears to knock the fighter wearing the head-camera to his knees.
One shouts: ‘Good job, but you roasted us, too! What is wrong with you, Abu Hajaar?’
In another attempt, the fighter has to be reminded that the safety cap is still on the rocket launcher. Moments later, their vehicle is struck by a Kurdish rocket, killing the driver.
The others jump out as the vehicle bursts into flames, but the headcam militant is taken out as he tries to escape, shouting: ‘I’ve been shot!’
The camera footage was later retrieved from the battlefield, around 30 miles north of Mosul in Iraq and it deliberately shows the confusion and low-level of training at the current ISIS forces.
Source Article from http://www.special-ops.org/17173/isis-militant-captures-his-own-death-after-he-is-hit-by-bullet-while-trying-to-flee.html
Skinner Sights, LLC, Saint Ignatius, MT, May 2016-Skinner Sights makers of custom quality firearm sights for many years and the inventor of the unique HTF Firearms covert (hide firearms in your closet in their garment bag) is coming out with a specialized survival kit for Bush Pilots and back country enthusiasts.
“This unique survival kit is the result of spending a lifetime in the extreme outdoors. With the Skinner “BUSH PILOT” kit you will be prepared! To the best of my knowledge this is the first production kit of its type.” – Andy Larsson, owner of Skinner Sights.
Gun: This unique survival kit comes with a customized Chiappa .44 Magnum 6+1 capacity take down lever action 51/2 pound rifle with 16″ barrel. Finished in warm tone hard chrome stainless steel and with a walnut stock it features Skinner’s incredibly effective (and beautiful) precision rear sight with interchangeable apertures and Skinner’s fiber optic front sight.
Other kit components: The kit includes a RAT-7 OKC Survival knife with a 7.2-inch carbon steel black powder coated blade and Micarta handle. The BUSH PILOT logo and serial number on the blade matches that of the carbine. The kit also contains Titan storm and water proof matches (in a sturdy capsule), a U.S. Government issue Doan magnesium fire starter, Ration brand heat and cooking stove with Hexamine fuel tablets, tough “polyester film space blanket” tube tent large enough for two adults, Brunton TruArc 3 flat base scouting compass and 50 feet of Mil. Spec. 750 Parachute cord.*
The bag: All this comes packed in Skinner’s Montana made custom 1,000 denier Cordura padded carry bag with a 500 denier liner. The bag features Molle attachment points for the knife sheath, and easy open full width buckle down closure flap so there is no fumbling around in a survival situation with zippers, etc. The tough well engineered bag has room for other essential items the pilot /outdoor enthusiast may wish to add.
MSRP: $1,799
*Note: 750 (pound) Para Cord–has 11 triple wound strands of nylon. Those with some survival training can utilize genuine 550 and especially 750 cord further by removing some of the exterior sheath and unwinding the nylon strands as needed for many other uses such as fishing line, thread, ties, snares or even for making a fish trap net.
Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 142 – tonight we’ll talk about Armaspec stocks, master chrony, mares leg, arm board tactical wrist coach, claw mounts, primary & secondary and more!
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There is a certain segment of the shooting public that is more educated and experienced with firearms than ever before, and they are never going to be satisfied with off-the-shelf performance from production rifles. So, a wise retailer will keep tabs on all the shooting disciplines that affect their business.
The Remington 700 bolt action rifle is widely used across many areas, including hunting, tactical and competition. If your business serves shooters who are engaged in these activities, you’ve probably already been asked, “what can be done to make my 700 shoot better?”
The skills of the shooter will, of course, have to be considered. If his fundamentals of accurate shooting are solid, maybe a simple change to premium or “match” ammo will bring accuracy to an acceptable level. If high-quality ammunition with a proven track record of accuracy doesn’t cure the problem, it’s time to look into the mechanical side of the rifle.
Are the mount and rings tight, true and properly installed? Is the trigger too heavy to manage? Does the scope need to be changed out and then the shooting system reevaluated? Has a heavy-recoiling cartridge in a light rifle caused your customer to develop a flinch problem? If all of the above have checked out OK, but on-target accuracy is still not to the level of other comparable Remington 700 factory rifles, then you might have to get deeper into the mechanics of the rifle.
How do you evaluate the mechanics of the rifle? It could be as simple as sending the rifle back to Remington with a letter describing the problems and letting them deal with it. You could send the rifle to a custom gunsmith to improve reliability and accuracy with proven mechanical techniques. You could consider taking on the job at your own shop, provided you have the right personnel and equipment. Let’s examine the mechanical improvement procedures and determine the best route to take.
The base cylinder style action of the Remington 700 rifle is a very popular action for accuracy work, and certain gunsmithing procedures have proven to yield excellent accuracy improvements on target. Some people looking for the ultimate in accuracy from the 700 will scrap most everything except the action itself. Doing this, while choosing the best in aftermarket components, will be expensive, but it will also result in excellent downrange accuracy.
Starting with truing, or “blueprinting” the action, you will generally need a precision lathe and holding fixture. This will allow the receiver to be dialed in to run true with dual dial indicators. Once the action is running true, the receiver threads are cut into perfect alignment with the axis of the receiver. This will allow the barrel to accurately and squarely thread into the receiver. The internal locking lugs are then trued while the receiver is still in the lathe. This will allow for even support of the bolt’s locking lugs once they are hand lapped into place. The receiver ring is then lightly faced back until true. This will provide for a perfect recoil lug and barrel shoulder bearing surface.
In other words, the barrel shoulder, the recoil lug and the front action ring will all be brought into a perfect union when the barrel is finally torqued into place.
The critical dimensions of the bolt, whether factory or custom replacement, will have to be checked and addressed as needed. When truing is required, it is common to indicate the bolt true in the lathe and lightly face the front and rear of the lugs, as well as the bolt nose. Extreme care must be taken not to mushroom the firing pin hole while live centering and turning the bolt body in your machine. Once the lugs are square and true, the bolt face should be trued as well. Then move on to the bolt lug lapping process to bring them into 100 percent contact with the receiver.
The Remington 700 receiver generally has a scope base or bases held in place by four small screws. To help assure durability, it is wise to address this issue before the action is re barreled. Failure to do so can result in the scope mount shearing off under recoil. Some people like to use lugged scope mount rails to absorb the recoil impulse instead of transmitting the impulse to the screws. Others prefer boring out the action screw holes and installing oversized mount screws to, in effect, serve as multiple recoil lugs threaded into the receiver.
When it comes to rebarreling your Remington 700 accuracy project, do not skimp on barrel quality or your accuracy will suffer. This generally means buying a match-grade barrel from a company with a reputation for accuracy. Hart, Krieger and Bartlein all come to mind. Caliber, twist rate, contour, weight and material will all have to be considered to make sure the final project meets its expected use goals.
One of the biggest hurdles you will face in purchasing a name brand match barrel is delivery time. It is not uncommon to wait up to a year for your match barrel order to be filled. You are lucky to find them in stock.
Precision barreling is generally done on a lathe by a skilled operator and gunsmith. This is an operation that can directly affect the safety — as well as accuracy and reliability — of the rifle, so it must be done properly. You will also need to consider adjusting dimensions if you decide to install an oversized recoil lug.
Headspace is a critical dimension in the rifle, but there is more to consider. The Remington bolt is actually counterbored into the rear of the barrel. This creates the “three rings of steel” that many people speak of when talking about Remington 700 rifles. The clearance in the counterbore should be considered in terms of safety, reliability and accuracy.
Shooters who are looking for a zero fit in this area might run into reliability problems because the bolt will not close with the slightest interference, such as the bristle off a bore brush. Another reliability consideration when custom barreling the Remington 700 action is to assure that the proper barrel recess bevel is turned in place to help assure reliable feeding. If your shop is doing the gunsmithing, consider the expected use of the rifle while mapping out the work. Get professional assistance as needed.
Obtaining a stock for your 700 project is easy, because there are many companies making 700 stocks. The Remington 700 is often referred to as the “small block Chevy” of rifles due to its popularity and the huge array of accessories for it.
Choosing a stock for your Remington 700 stock can be difficult because there are so many to choose from. Again, I would suggest considering the expected use of the rifle and the body type and physical strength of the owner. Too heavy or too light, too long or too short can all cause problems. Some stocks will require bedding material, others will rely on a bedding block and some will use both.
To minimize stock problems, consider going with an established company in the stock making business. McMillian has been around for about 40 years and certainly knows the stock business. When it comes to stocks for the Remington 700, McMillian has a wide variety to choose from. Have your customer review the catalog, and he might be able to tell by sight which stock would probably best suit his shooting style.
A quality trigger is a requirement for safety, reliability and accuracy. Many aftermarket triggers are made specifically for the Remington 700 rifle. This is another area where the “buy quality” rule certainly applies.
Two aftermarket Remington 700 triggers that have gained a large following over many years in the business are Timney and Jewell. Research them both, while considering the expected use for the rifle, and make an informed decision. Once the rifle project is operational, the trigger will be the finger-rifle connection that will influence on-target performance. Once a shooter develops a high level of trigger control without rifle disturbance, he will begin to see the true potential of his mechanically accurate rifle project.
What about trigger pull weight? Again, it depends on the application and the shooter. As a retailer, you will want to consider product liability issues when it comes to trigger pull weight. Most would consider it unwise to put a 2-ounce benchrest trigger in a rifle expected to see use as a mountain-climbing, sheep-hunting rifle. Apply common sense in all of your decisions. Whatever pull weight adjustment you settle on, make sure you properly safety test the trigger’s functionality before delivering it to your client.
Once you have the Remington 700 “trued,” assembled with the best components available and test fired for safety and accuracy, it’s time to call your client with the good news that his custom rifle project is done. It is a sign of a professional retail operation if you are well organized when your client arrives to pick up his rifle.
Have it cleaned and ready to go. Consider doing the barrel break-in process for him. Have a case, safety gear and cleaning supplies ready so he will have the opportunity to obtain everything he needs without wasted time — his or yours. Have a test target to document the performance his improved rifle will deliver. If you have an on-site range, give him a live-fire demonstration to show him what kind of accuracy can be obtained with proper shooting form. Document the work performed in detail and be sure to complete any FFL log-out requirements.
Once he begins winning the local matches, with the assistance of your performance improvements, you can be assured of a steady stream of fellow competitors coming into your shop for similar work.
Source: http://www.shootingsportsretailer.com/2016/05/02/truly-dial-remington-700-rifle/
COLUMBIA, South Carolina — Recently I had the opportunity to tour the factory that makes the greatest home defense weapon ever conceived – the MK-19 automatic grenade launcher. Strangely, my wife disagrees. Apparently, the thinks that the blast radius is excessive and will wreak havoc on the furniture.
Yes, I’m talking about the FN factory here in sunny South Carolina. Located just outside of Columbia in the central part of the state, this FN plant makes all the fun stuff, not just for the military, but for the retail market too. Depending on the current government contract load and retail orders, you might see anything from M16A4s to FN-15s to handguns to M240 machine guns and even the MK-19 Automatic Grenade Launcher.
As a side note, FN is working on a small contract now for more MK-19s, so we did get to see some of that process while we were there. As we’ll see in this pictorial tour, FN goes to a lot of trouble to make quality guns – especially the barrels. Additionally, each and every one of the 3,500 guns that roll out of this factory every month is test fired for function and accuracy.
This plant opened in mid-1980 and by January 1981 was making M240 machine guns for Uncle Sam. At that time, those machine guns were destined for tanks – one coaxial with the main cannon and another mounted on the turret. Now, the facility has expanded its operations to include commercial guns too. Let’s take a closer look.
There are two starting points in the production process. Rough forgings arrive here for machining into receivers, bolts, side plates and various other parts. Barrel blanks arrive in the form of large steel bars. Both are drilled, cut, milled, hammered, polished, finished, and assembled into completed rifles, pistols, and machine guns.
First, let’s start with the machine line process. Receivers start as large, and very rough forgings. Through the process, over 80 percent of the metal is removed from the initial forging by the time a receiver is complete.
Something unique about the FN process in the machine shop is that each operator is responsible for specific lots of components. As a result, you’ll find measuring and gauging equipment throughout each work area. The operator who performs the machining steps is responsible for maintaining quality control along the way. However, all of their output is subject to additional quality checks by independent quality control engineers. Think of it as a redundant quality process. As an operator’s “name” is on each lot of components, it’s very much in their interest to deliver perfect results to the independent quality control staff. Not only is this facility ISO approved, but it’s also certified to manufacture parts for aircraft – a much higher level of quality certification.
At one point we strolled by some steel blocks destined to become bolts for the MK-19 Automatic Grenade Launcher. Our tour guide JP challenged us to try and pick one up. After a quick hernia surgery, I estimated the starting weight to be somewhere near 100 pounds. Now that’s a serious bolt. Of course, by the time it’s completely machined, it’s only going to weight somewhere in the tens of pounds. Yeah, only.
The CNC machining sections are impressive, but what really captivated me was the barrel shop. I’ve toured a number of factories and seen different takes on the process. What stood out here was the number of steps involved in producing each and every barrel. As a result, FN has become a supplier of barrels to a number of other companies. About the time of our tour, the FN folks were just starting the process of stamping their logo on all barrels supplied to other gun makers, so in the future, you’ll know for sure whether the barrel on your rifle originally came from the FN factory.
Barrels start their life as bars approaching two inches in diameter by my eyeball estimate. Whether destined to become rifle or pistol barrels, they all start as two to three-foot long rods. The first step is deep hole drilling. This process is completely automated, with a conveyor placing four barrels at a time into the boring machine. A rough bore is then drilled through the length of the bar stock.
The interesting thing about the barrel drilling process is that it’s silent and motionless. During the 10-minute drilling process, you can’t feel the machine move. That’s by design and the idea is to gain maximum consistency and precision even during the initial rough boring process. Part of the reason that the process is fairly fast is that drilling is done counter-rotationally with the barrel spinning one direction and the top-secret drill bit turning opposite.
The automation continues to the next step. As the groups of four drilled bars come out of the deep hole drilling machine, they’re fed by another conveyor into the next phase of the process, reaming. The reaming process finishes the bore by making the exact desired diameter and smoothing the interior finish.
At this stage, barrels face a fork in the road. Military guns with specific contract specifications may head to a button-broaching process. After reaming or honing the interior, a button is pushed through the bore to form rifling grooves. Other barrels, like stainless pistol barrels and those for guns like the FN-15 DMR head down the hammer forging line. First, these barrels are honed or reamed to establish exact diameters and interior finishes. Only then do they go to the hammer forge machines. FN obtains better overall results with stainless barrels, as on their pistol lines, by hammer forging. They’re somewhat unique in that their pistol barrels are hammer forged instead of button-broached or cut.
Hammer forging is a miraculous process that makes you appreciate the raw power of modern machinery. The simple explanation is that barrel blanks pounded with incredible force from the outside, thereby pushing the interior of the bore onto a shaping mandrel with an imprint of the desired rifling pattern. The steel literally presses inward to the mandrel and assumes the rifling shape. Ouch.
The four hammer carriers, with hammers attached, surround the barrel as it’s pushed through the hammer forge. A series of 12 rollers rotate at high speed, knocking the hammer carriers down towards the barrel blank as they pass by. Rather than discrete individual pounding, the operation resembles an electric mini-gun as compared to a semi-automatic. As the stock is literally beating into shape, it stretches because that steel has to go somewhere. This allows the FN folks to start with a bar that’s several inches shorter than they need because they know the final length after the hammer forge will be correct.
Once hammer forging is complete, it’s back to the CNC machines. Excess metal is removed and shaped depending on the desired final barrel type. One of the reasons that pistol barrels start out so thick is that there needs to be enough material to machine the chamber as the barrel and chamber are all one solid piece of stainless steel.
Rifle barrels also follow a progression of machining and measurement steps from this point on. As in other production areas, operators are responsible for their own quality control before items move onto a second independent quality control step.
Most of the complexity in the process is related to the production of parts. If they’re made to exact specifications and maintain tight tolerances, then final assembly is a pretty straightforward process. Workers assemble guns in small cells equipped for specific models.
Once assembly is complete, every rifle heads to the test range. Yes, every single rifle. Technicians perform live fire tests for both function and accuracy before a gun is certified for delivery.
I think we can all be thankful that FN’s guns for the commercial market are packaged differently than those ordered by the military. Military contract rifles are dipped in a giant vat of oil then allowed to drip dry. Without any further drying or cleaning, they are then packaged in sealed plastic bags. Presumably, new recruits get all the joy associated with cleaning them for the first time. At least they don’t use cosmoline!
Next time a prospective FN-15, Collector Series rifle, or FN pistol customer shows up at your store, you can share a little extra information about its origin.
Make a crap ton of ammunition in popular calibers and throw it in a bucket, gosh darn it. That sounds like freedom to me.
Well it also sounds like freedom to Remington, which has just released several new ammo options for just about every kind of shooter out there. Whether you’re a competitor, range plinker, concealed carrier or sporting tweed at the clays range, Big Green now has an option for your customers to feed their irons.
The most eye-catching new product from Remington’s Lonoke, Arkansas, ammunition plant has to be the new line of “buckets” chock full of ballistic goodness. Remington has redesigned its popular “Bucket O’ Bullets” in 22 LR, stamping an American flag in the background. But now the company sells a “Range Bucket” of 9mm Ruger rounds and an even better “Freedom Bucket” of .223 ammo — complete with American flag and Revolutionary War minuteman in the background.
(Remington staffers admitted they’d considered naming it the “Bucket O’ Freedom” but decided that might be going a bit too far)
The Freedom Bucket carries 300 rounds of 55 grain FMJ .223 ammo and comes in at an MSRP of $145 — just under $.50 per round, a bit pricier than the current $.30 average reported by some analysts. The 115 grain, 9mm Range Bucket is filled with 350 rounds and comes in at about $98 a pop — that’s about $.27 per round, which is right there with the average right now of $.23 per round (for 500).
Remington has also relaunched its former Golden Saber line, renaming it “Ultimate Defense” for concealed carriers and self protection. And the company now offers this deadly round in 9mm, 45 Auto, 40 S&W and 357 Magnum. All come in boxes of 20 and are priced at around $23.
For the shotgunners out there, Remington has just launched a line for gamers dubbed “American Clay and Field.” In the “good-better-best” argument, as one Remington engineer told us, this is the “better” line of shotgun ammo for shooters who take their clay and small bird hunting seriously, but not enough to go high end on what they’re throwing up there. We’re talking 1,200 fps velocities on 12 ga. rounds with a 4% antimony.
The American Clay and Field line is available in 12, 20, 28 and .410 and runs between $9 and $12 per box.
Big Green also offers new shotgun rounds in the Ultimate Defense line, including a 9 pellet 00 Buck (1,325 fps) and an 8 pellet 00 Buck (1,200 fps) for just under $6 per box.
And pig hunters will squeal over Remington’s new Hog Hammer 000 Buck (1,325 fps) and 7/8 Slug (1,750 fps). The 000 Buck is interesting as it contains high antimony lead shot that’s copper plated, which shows well over 12 inches of penetration at 15 yards into ballistic gel — enough to make plenty of bacon even on the toughest hogs.
Welcome to the We Like Shooting show, Episode 140 – tonight we’ll talk about HMG stanag mags, sock? The ruger american pistol, patriot skinz and more!
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Today several of the 248Shooter crew made it out to the 2nd Amendment March at the State Capital Building in Lansing. We were joined by roughly 200 other like minded people that included, fathers, mothers, grandparents, kids and all manner of responsible gun owners.
To the surprise of Mothers Demand Action who met at the capital the day before with 30 or so people nobody was shot, nobody was robbed, no crimes were committed and everyone left happy and maybe a bit cold.
It was great to see so many people in a time when gun rights are not on the forefront of our minds the same way they were in 2013 after Sandy Hook. The loss of support on this event from MCRGO was felt though not to the degree that some might have expected. With outside pressure mounting it would be ideal if the riff of these organisations could be put to bed in an effort to pursue a common ground approach to securing the protection and expansion of State gun rights.
The speeches included.
10:00 AM– Host, Joel Fulton, Freedom Firearms*
10:10 AM– Erik “Trek” Utrecht, Founder MDFI
10:20 AM– Rene’ Hawarny, The Well Armed Woman
10:30 AM– Representative Jim Runestad, District 44
10:40 AM- Representative Lee Chatfield, District 107
10:50 AM- MOC Inc. Tom Lambert, President
11:00 AM– MGO Jim Makowski, Attorney
11:10 AM– SAM Skip Coryell, SAM Founder
11:20 AM– Terry Johnson, Firearms Legal Protection
11:30 AM– CJ Grisham, Open Carry Texas
11:50 AM– Rick Ector, Rick’s Firearm Academy
12:05 PM– MARCH, music, mingle and prizes
12:30 PM– Firearm law Panel- Dean Greenblatt, Jim Makowski, Terry Johnson
1:30 PM– Senator Casperson, District 38
1:40 PM- Wrap-Up
The afternoon started off with a welcoming and an introductory talk by Trek of MDFI who spoke about the importance of the constitution. Like the article run by Dan of MOC earlier this week, Trek took the change the narrative message another step. As American’s we need to fight for the entirety of the Constitution and not just the 2nd Amendment. Instead of dividing ourselves as American Gun Owners we need to establish our group as Americans who own guns. While that may sound like semantics it builds a foundation for a stronger country and a large grass roots movement. No American wants to limit free speech or allow illegal search and seizure. To support the 1st and 4th amendments is not looked at as radical as they have a larger base of society the backs those beliefs. If we transition from a focus on being “Gun Owners” vs “Responsible Americans” we change the narrative and create a belief in protecting our existing laws. While this is not the first time this idea has been brought up it is one that has not been focused on enough. I hope all those who heard his speech today take this to heart and apply it in their daily lives.
Trek was followed by Rene’ Hawarny of the Well Armed Woman who spoke about the growth in female shooters, the need for specialised gear and training for this market and the steps their group has taken to fulfil those needs. If you are a female shooter it would do you well to look into this group and try to associate with a local chapter.
Several of our State Representatives spoke about the work they are doing to ensure the clear message of the 2nd Amendment is upheld on a state level. It was good to see those who have actively backed the shooting community such as Representative Jim Runestad, District 44, Representative Lee Chatfield, District 107 and Senator Casperson, District 38.
Tom Lambert a contributor to 248Shooter and President of Michigan Open Carry stepped down from the podium to address the public with his typical patriotic and eloquent message. Tom called for the unification of gun owners in an effort to thwart those who would see us divided and conquered. His message pointed out the advances made by MOC via their court cases that have forced local municipalities to follow state law as well as highlighting the current cases and law that is relevant to ALL gun owners not just Open Carriers. You can read his recent briefing on the current laws that have passed or are in process HERE.
The keynote speaker was CJ Grisham of Open Carry Texas who traveled to our frozen land to impart the importance of gaining acceptance of open carried firearms and how their actions in Texas has lead to increased gun rights for both open and concealed carriers across the state. Though he was clearly cold we all appreciated the time he took from his daily life to share with us the advancements made in his home state and the advice he had to share with us here in Michigan. One thing was clear Rick Ector’s visit to texas has made him a changed man as he came dressed in his new found cowboy hat and boots.
The day continued along this tone of unification and staunch support of the 2nd Amendment via the remainder of the speakers with detailed accounts of the 1946 Battle of Athens by Rick Ector of Legally Armed In Detroit who called on all citizens to support just laws and remove from office those who seek to disregard their oath to uphold the Constitution by illegal and unjust legislation. Rick’s message was well received by many in attendance with a load and heartfelt cheer of applause.
The march around the capital was peaceful and tactfully done being led by bike police followed by a legal panel discussion aimed to clear up common misconceptions and the intricacies of Michigan law. Unfortunately though while all who were in attendance acted with tact, common sense and decorum the same could not be said for the anti-gunners.
As the event wrapped up the truck pulling the MGO trailer that was parked on the south side of the building was vandalized. Mike Phillips a board member for MGO brought the MGO trailer up attached to his white pickup. As reported by local construction workers a Prius owner drove by the truck slowly and closely. It was later found the street side portion of the truck had been keyed the length of the vehicle.
Mom’s Demand Action was at the Captial a day before. This group experienced no vandalism or antagonism from peaceful gun owners. Unfortunately, the same courtesy and respect was not shown to our group the following day. Maybe it was resentment from 3 times as many gun owners showing up to defend our rights vs the paltry amount of support they received, maybe it was the lack of wanton bloodshed they seem to think will occur when gun owners get together. I don’t know the reason or who was responsible for this heinous act but it is clear time and time again that those how try and silence responsible gun ownership prove to be the violent criminals in our society and not the white knights they pretend to be.
Minus this one pathetic jab at the group the day went without a hitch. Nobody was shot, no crimes were committed. Gun owners mingled with each other, police, representatives and non-gun carrying citizens in an uneventfully quiet manner. What did the mainstream media have to say about this? Virtually nothing. In fact any coverage of the day was swept under the carpet in favor of pushing a Democrat-backed bill that would outlaw guns in the State Building and reverse the ban on signage brought int he building. It is a shame to see the blatant disregard for gun rights in media who only focus on illegal gun use instead of days demonstrating responsible gun ownership like we saw yesterday.
In conclusion like the Representatives who spoke from the various delegations, we ask you to not just make one day a year about our rights. Do something, get involved in the local groups. If you can’t do that then write your representatives. Remind them gun rights matter to you. Take it a step further and remind them that your part of other organizations such as a local homeowners group, gardening club, or other group and that your voice matters as a person and a member.
How great it is to see so many in attendance on a cold weekday. We thank all of you who took time out of your busy day, schedule or work time to make it to the Capital. Special thanks to MOC, MOG and the 2nd Amendment March committee for making this all happen.
Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/mgo-moc-michigan-2nd-amendment-march/
A company that was all 300 Blackout before 300 Blackout was cool has just introduced its first line of ammunition bearing its name.
And you guessed it, the first caliber is 300 Blackout.
Daniel Defense — which makes some of the finest AR rifles out there and has been a longtime favorite of Army Special Forces troops for years — just released its “First Choice” ammunition line in 300 AAC Blackout subsonic. The company has long made AR-pattern rifles in the silencer-equipped, SBR-optimized chambering and now adds its manufacturing acumen to bullets for its guns.
The new Daniel Defense 300BLK (7.62x35mm) subsonic ammunition is designed for target shooting and home defense. It is manufactured using the highest-quality components available, including durable brass cases and precision 220-grain Lapua- Scenar-L OTM bullets, the first choice for serious target-shooting competition, the company says.
“We’re passionate about the launch of our 300BLK ammo,” said Cindy Daniel, Vice President of Marketing. “It represents a whole new era for our brand—one where we can now ensure that the ammo that goes into our firearms is as high quality as the firearms themselves.”
The new Daniel Defense First Choice ammo will run about $50 for a box of 30 rounds. The company says it will be offering 5.56 and 7.62×39 rounds soon as well.
At Shooting Sports Retailer we run a lot of competitions. While we’re not the best team in the world by any means, these outings prove a great way to test products from our editorial partners and really put them through the wringer of stress, accuracy and durability on the clock.
One of the most dependable products we’ve added to our inventory is the line of rifle ammunition from HPR. The Arizona-based ammo maker offers a full line of rifle and pistol rounds for every type of shooter. Whether its for personal defense using HPR’s Jacketed Hollow Point pistol ammo in everything from 10mm to 380, real-deal operators who need to engage targets indoors using the frangible Black Ops line or competitors like us who need rounds to feed well and hit their mark every time, HPR offers an affordable alternative with premium components.
The HPR 55gr 223 ammunition is a go-to round for running and gunning, with a blistering 3,223fps muzzle velocity, the round keeps much of its speed even out to 300 yards at 2,112fps. Each round is made with premium components and is hand inspected at HPR’s Payton, Arizona, plant.
We’ve fired nearly 1,000 rounds of HPR 55gr FMJ 223 ammunition through a wide variety of test guns — with a wide range of magazines as well — and never had a hiccup. That’s enough info for us to recommend HPR’s line to just about anyone.
And don’t forget HPR’s pistol lineup either. Whether it’s 38 Special, 45 ACP or big fat 10mm, HPR has a round that’ll feed dependably, shoot straight and do what it’s supposed to on target every time.
Source: http://www.shootingsportsretailer.com/2016/03/30/why-we-love-hpr-ammo-for-our-rifles-and-handguns/
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