Firearms

Springfield M1A Loaded Released in 6.5 Creedmoor

By CTD Blogger   December 8, 2017

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Springfield Armory’s MIA Series has a hard-won reputation for handling any mission, any condition, any foe, at any range—and for taking home trophies from monster bucks to National Match crowns. Highly precise .308 WIN-chambered M1A models are found in the hands of elite tactical teams, snipers, backcountry hunters and competitive marksmen. Now skilled shooters can get unmatched Springfield M1A performance in 6.5 Creedmoor caliber.

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Legal Issues

House Approves Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill

By CTD Blogger   December 7, 2017

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Reciprocity would allow anyone with a valid concealed carry gun permit in one state to travel to any other state with the permitted weapon and not worry about being arrested or fined for carrying that concealed firearm. With passage in the House, the Senate is the last hurdle to a safer America.

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Firearms

Range Report: Springfield .357 SIG with XS Sights

By Bob Campbell   December 6, 2017

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Our author began exploring a packing handgun for a specific scenario. The bottom line criterion was that the pistol must be completely reliable, accurate enough for personal defense and taking accurate shots at an adversary behind cover, and powerful enough for defense against both biped and quadruped threats. Vehicle penetration was important, and so was penetration against heavy bones. Springfield’s XD in .357 SIG quickly rose to the top of the list.

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Hunting and Outdoors

Waterfowl: Take the Advantage

By CTD Blogger   December 4, 2017

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Have ever put your heart and soul into setting up the perfect duck blind and decoy spread only to find the that the ducks had ‘flown the coop’ just before you started hunting them? Did you make a mistake or was it something more innate to the ducks? Perhaps it is time to switch to rapid-strike special-ops mode.

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Legal Issues

Congress to Vote on Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017 (H.R. 38)

By CTD Blogger   December 4, 2017

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The Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017 (H.R. 38) will be up for a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, December 6. Please contact your U.S. Representative and ask him/her to vote for H.R. 38!

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Firearms

Range Report: Ruger American — Ruger’s Go Anywhere Do Anything Rifle

By Bob Campbell   December 3, 2017

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Ruger’s recently released 7.62x39mm American is a smart choice. The 7.62x39mm cartridge is the most popular and well distributed, mid-range caliber in the world. Ammunition is plentiful and inexpensive. Modern loadings, such as the Hornady SST, offer good game taking ability. Handloads put the 7.62x39mm right at .30-30 WCF power. In short, the new Ruger American should prove to be a capable, go anywhere, do anything rifle.

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Gear, Parts and Accessories

10 Thoughtful Gifts for Gun Nuts

By CTD Blogger   December 1, 2017

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The hardest part of buying a gift for a gun nut is finding something they do not already have, as well as something they will use. We have done the work for you and selected gifts every gun nut will be happy to receive this holiday season.

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General

#FixNICS: Advocating State Participation

By CTD Blogger   November 29, 2017

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Every federally licensed firearms retailer (FFL) is required by law to run a background check through NICS before transferring a firearm to an individual, whether the transaction is happening in a store, at a gun show, or online. While the merits of of background checks can be debated, so long as the system is in place, most believe it should include the records that disqualify individuals from buying a firearm—criminal and mental health records that prohibit an individual from owning a firearm. Here’s why is the National Shooting Sports Foundation spearheading FixNICS.

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Firearms

Range Report: Taylors and Company 1860 Henry Rifle

By Bob Campbell   November 28, 2017

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I recently took the Taylors and Company Henry rifle to the range. When the Uberti 1860 Henry rifle came out of the case, I was the center of attention. The rifle is historically accurate, beautifully made, and a superior conversation piece. It is all somewhat secondary to the shooting but satisfying just the same. The kindred soul that understands what the rifle is admires the purchase while others listen attentively to the tale of the Henry rifle.

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How-To

Instructors: The Good, Bad, and Downright Dangerous

By Bob Campbell   November 27, 2017

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Over the past few months, threads and discussion have often become a lively debate on choosing instructors and the merits of training in anti-terror tactics. This article addresses many of these discussions. Not surprisingly, an honest appraisal of the current situation finds the author coming up short in certain areas, and willing to admit it.

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