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Understanding the Not-So-Simple Drill Bit

They may be familiar to some, but not every gunsmith knows the ins and outs of drill bits. Here are the basics.

Repairing the L.C. Smith Hammerless Double

The graceful, light, and distinctive L.C. Smith Hammerless Double sidelock is a favorite of American shotgunners. Here’s how to fix its most common problems. If you own a Smith and want to make it suitable to shoot again, or if you are presented a Smith to repair, here’s what you need to know about the shotgun.

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SHOT Show Video: Two Big-Hole Wheelguns from Kahr Arms

In June 2010, Kahr Arms purchased Minnesota-based firearms manufacturer, Magnum Research, Inc., maker of the Desert Eagle Pistol and BFR Revolvers in .44 Magnum, .45 LC/.410 or .45/70. Kahr Arms offers a selection of other niche-type firearms, such as the “Tommy Gun” and Auto-Ordnance line of M1 .30 caliber carbines. In this video, Gun Tests Contributing Editor Roger Eckstine shows off two of the company’s big-hole BFR wheelguns.

SHOT Show Video: Easy Disassembly for the Modular Beretta Nano

Beretta USA introduced the BU-9 Nano as its entry into the pocket 9mm pistol category last September. Initial shipments of the American-made pistol left the Accokeek, Maryland factory beginning in November 2011, with a suggested retail price of $475. In this video, Gun Tests’ Contributing Editor Roger Eckstine gets a detailed explanation of how easy the Nano is to break down for maintenance. The Nano's modularity provides for simple disassembly and easy cleaning. Safely disassemble the pistol by first engaging the striker deactivator, a patent pending safety mechanism that eliminates the need to pull the trigger prior to disassembly.

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SHOT Show Video: Maglula Rifle Magazine Loader and Benchloader Demos

At the recent Media Range Day at the 2012 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, video producer J T Woodard goes in front of the camera to set up a video brief on Maglula Ltd. magazine loaders and unloaders.

Published on February 6, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Winchester Ammo Sales Up 8.7%

Olin Corp. (NYSE:OLN), makers of Winchester ammunition, reported that fourth quarter Winchester division sales were up 8.7 percent compared to the same period last year.

Published on February 6, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Sandia’s self-guided
bullet prototype can hit
target a mile away

Take two Sandia National Laboratories engineers who are hunters, get them talking about the sport and it shouldn’t be surprising when the conversation leads to a patented design for a self-guided bullet that could help war fighters.

Published on February 2, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

BAE, Winchester Form Joint
Venture to Pursue
Ammo Contract

(GunReports.com) -- BAE Systems and Olin Corporation's Winchester Ammunition Division have formed a joint venture to pursue the U.S. Army's contract to manage, operate and maintain the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant.

Published on January 25, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Winchester Unleashes Hog Round

Winchester Ammunition's new Razorback XT is a specialized cartridge designed for wild hog hunting.

Published on January 18, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (9) | READ MORE

Freedom Group Appoints Nardelli as CEO

Remington Arms Company and its parent, Freedom Group, Inc. (FGI), are pleased to announce that the board of directors has appointed Robert L. Nardelli as Chief Executive Officer.

Published on January 7, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (6) | READ MORE

Gun Tests Magazine Selects SSK Industries’ 300 Whisper AR-15 As 2011 “Best in Class Rifle”

Gun Tests Magazine has named the SSK Industries 300 Whisper AR-15 as the publication’s “Best in Class Rifle” for 2011.

Published on January 3, 2012 | READ COMMENTS (14) | READ MORE

Many Factors Explain 'Black Friday'
Gun-Buying Surge, Says CCRKBA

While some people are struggling to explain a gun buying surge reported on 'Black Friday,' the day after Thanksgiving, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms suggests there are several plausible explanations, all reflecting the times in which we live.

Published on December 4, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (7) | READ MORE

New 'Cartridge' book covers 'Pipsqueaks' to the 'Big Boys'

A new cartridge book by Todd Woodard, editor of Gun Tests magazine, revels in the fascinating complexities of bullets, brass, and powder for hundreds of rounds hunters and shooters love.

Published on October 3, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (3) | READ MORE

GunReports.com Video: Two more companies marketing polymer cartridges

Two companies are bringing new polymer-cased ammo to market.

Published on September 26, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (7) | READ MORE

GunReports.com Video: 3-Gun Matches

NSSF's Dave Miles takes a look at the popular and rapidly growing sport of three-gun shooting with Tom Fuller of Bushnell during the AR15.com/Rockcastle 3-gun Pro AM held at Rockcastle Shooting Center at Park Mamoth Resort in Park City, KY.

Published on September 6, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun Reports Video Brief: Hornady 6.5 Creedmoor Superformance

Learn about the Hornady 6.5 Creedmoor Superformance by watching this video from Sinclair International.

Published on August 22, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (1) | READ MORE

Bill to Protect Traditional Ammunition Grows

Legislation to clarify the longstanding exemption of ammunition and ammunition components under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of 1976 now has more than 100 co-sponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives, the National Shooting Sports Foundation reports.

Published on August 1, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (10) | READ MORE

GunReports.com Video: Federal Bullet Performance

Federal Premium Ammunition put together one of the most in-depth looks at hunting bullet performance. Using state-of-the-art high-speed cameras, this video showcases Nosler Ballistic Tip, Sierra GameKing, Trophy Bonded Bear Claw, Barnes Triple Shock X-Bullet.

Published on June 27, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (2) | READ MORE

GunReports.com Video: Sinclair Bullet Sorting Stand

(GunReports.com) -- This video demonstrates the philosophy of sorting bullets by ogive with using the Sinclair Bullet Sorting Stand.

Published on June 20, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: The M40 Sniper System (today called the M24) is based on the Remington Model 700 rifle. Here's a brief history. 2: This video showcases what is included in the Brownells tactical charging handle kit. 3: Laurie introduces the new RugerSR-556E 'essential' version of the popular Ruger SR-556 rifle.

Published on May 16, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (1) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Laurie introduces the new Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle at the NRA Show in Pittsburgh. 2: Here's a look Gunsite Rangemaster Charlie McNeese talks about the importance of trigger control and follow through when shooting a handgun. 3: Here's an in-depth look at a dedicated .22 barrel for the AR-15/M16 Platform that is used in conjunction with your .22 conversion bolt.

Published on May 10, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Laurie introduces the new Ruger SR-1911 pistol at the NRA Show in Pittsburgh. 2: Here's a look at various models of the rugged YHMC clamp-on front sight gas blocks. 3: The Dovenator (Scott Breeze) heads to Argentina in an attempt to break the record for doves shot in one day.

Published on May 2, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

ATK Awarded $16 Million in Orders for Non-Standard Ammunition

(GunReports.com) -- ATK has received more than $16 million in non-standard (non-NATO) ammunition orders through a multi-year contract with the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill. Orders on the multi-year contract have totaled more than $177 million since it was awarded to ATK in December 2008.

Published on May 2, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Week of May 2, 2011

GunReports.com aggregates important gun news of the week. Bookmark this page to check back often for new items added weekly, daily, or hourly, or on your Facebook page, search for 'GunReports.com' and click 'Like' to get the newsfeed pushed to your computer, tablet, or mobile device.

Published on May 2, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (4) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Rendered in high-speed video, here’s what a 130-grain .308 Barnes Tipped TSX Lead free bullet looks like when shot into into 3' of ballistics gel. Then it's shot into a longer segment of gelatin. 2: This video shows you the contents of the Brownells DIY S&W J-Frame Revolver Upgrade Kit and how to install the parts. 3:GunReports.com's Kevin Winkle surveys new products at SHOT Show 2011. Here, National Sales Manager Brandon Williams with American Tactical Imports discusses aspects of the company's Filipino-originated 1911s.

Published on April 25, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Dave Spaulding is back with more Ruger Tactical Carbine Tips. In this episode Spaulding shows you how to clear your carbine as fast as possible and get it back on target. 2: Gil Ash of OSP Shooting Schools explains why many shooters wrongly assume a bruised bicep is a gun fit problem when it is actually a gun mount problem. 3: This video of the Brownells DIY Remington 700 Trigger Replacement kit shows all the parts and tools you need to swap out the trigger of your 700 for one that offers a smoother, lighter pull and a precise, crisp break for more accurate shot placement.

Published on April 18, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Week of April 18, 2011

Published on April 18, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (2) | READ MORE

Understanding Berger Hybrid Bullets

(GunReports.com) -- At the Berger Bulletin, accuracy shooters can learn a thing or two about VLDs and the next Hybrid wave of bullets. According to the Berger Bulletin, the Very Low Drag, or VLD, bullet design was created by Bill Davis, who was one of the top ballistic minds in the late 1980s. His contribution to the shooting sports has made a tremendous impact on how long range shooting has developed over the last two decades. One might think that nothing this good can be improved upon.

Published on April 11, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Week of April 11, 2011

Published on April 11, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (2) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Mar 28-Apr 3

Published on March 28, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (8) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Mar 21-27, 2011

Published on March 21, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (3) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Sig Arms Academy Director of Training and USAR Team shooting coach George Harris talks about competition shooting. What good is competition? Competition puts stress on you and teaches you how to use stress to your advantage. 2: NSSF's Ryan Cleckner explains the measurement term 'minute of angle' (MOA) and how to use MOA adjustments on your scope for sighting in and to compensate for bullet drop at varying distances. 3: Ruger's Beginner's Guide to Shooting Competitions series takes you through a variety of matches to help you find an event that's right for you. In this episode we take a close look at the biathlon rifle and how it is specialized to this specific sport. US Ski Team member Annelies Cook tells you why the biathlon rifle is so very different than anything else on the market.

Published on March 16, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Kevin Winkle of GunReports.com reports from SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas on the S&W MP22 handgun. This pistol is a joint project between Smith & Wesson and Walther, and is made in Germany. 2: Small arms instructor and AMU reserve shooting team member SFC Chris Hansen discusses trigger control and how to improve it. He says that shooters tend to ‘get hard’ on the trigger, or jerk it. The drill he discusses will improve trigger control without having to shoot the rifle. 3: The National Shooting Sports Foundation's 'Introduction to Range Safety and Etiquette' is an 8 minute video that rules of gun safety, eye and ear protection, range rules, and more.

Published on March 9, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Feb 28, 2011

Published on March 3, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Reservist John Buol Jr., editor of American Gunsmith magazine, introduces the A drill useful for handgun shooting, the Bullet Hole drill is explained by MSG George Harris. Get 3 yards away, shoot once on a blank target, use that as our aiming area. If you use the front sight on top of that hole, the shots should either group on the shot, or if the sight isn't zeroed, group together off the hole. 2: GunReports.com's Kevin Winkle interview's S&W's Jerry Miculek on coming introductions to the Performance Center line. The new AR barrel has a melonite finish on the inside, so the barrel life is almost 4X the standard AR. 3: Here's a pistol drill from Viking Tactics. The Reload Drill will be part of Viking's Pistol DVD 1.

Published on March 2, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Winchester Announces M-22 Rimfire Round for MSRs

(GunReports.com) -- Winchester Ammunition continues to invest in its rimfire product line with the development of a new 22 LR round for use in Modern Sporting Rifles (MSR).

Published on February 27, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (10) | READ MORE

Top Hunting and Shooting Equipment Brands for 2010

(GunReports.com) — Southwick Associates has announced the brands hunters and shooters purchased most frequently in 2010. This list has been compiled from the 41,923 internet-based surveys completed by hunters and target shooters who volunteered to participate last year in HunterSurvey.com and ShooterSurvey.com polls.

Published on February 26, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Videos on GunReports.com!

(GunReports.com) -- New GunReports.com Videos: 1: Reservist John Buol Jr., editor of American Gunsmith magazine, introduces the ACOG TAO1 battle sight, and how to use it in the field. USAMU Reserve Combat Shooting Team MSG Lance Espinosa shows how he maintains data on this sight to maintain its effectiveness. 2: Kevin Winkle of GunReports.com gets the lowdown on introductions that Crimson Trace is making in 2011 handguns. Sig, S&W, Ruger, and others. Talks about G10 custom grip lasers, infrared lasers (sadly, military only), and a buncha other cool stuff. 3: GunReport.com's Kevin Winkle handles the Glock 17 25th anniversary model in this Product Minute.

Published on February 23, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (2) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Feb 21, 2011

Published on February 23, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (2) | READ MORE

Federal and American Eagle Issue 45 Auto Product Safety Warning

(GunReports.com) -- Certain lots of recently manufactured 45 Auto ammunition may contain an incorrect propellant charge. Use of product from these lots may result in firearm damage and possible serious injury. DO NOT USE PRODUCT FROM THE FOLLOWING LOTS:

Published on February 13, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (3) | READ MORE

LaserLyte Offers Caliber-Specific Laser Trainer Cartridges

(GunReports.com) -- LaserLyte's new caliber-specific Laser Trainer Cartridges offer a way to practice tap, rack, bang or malfunction drills in 9mm, .40 cal. and .45 ACP guns. The new Laser Trainer Cartridge fits inside the pistol chamber and features a firing-pin activated switch that indicates bullet impact with a bright red laser dot.

Published on February 10, 2011 | READ COMMENTS (0) | READ MORE

Gun News from Around the Web: Week of Feb 6-12, 2011

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