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

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.

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.

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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The EPA has denied a petition calling for a ban on the production and distribution of traditional ammunition.

EPA Denies Petition Calling for Lead Ammunition Ban

(GunReports.com)-- Following a strong grassroots campaign led by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has denied a petition calling for a ban on the production and distribution of traditional ammunition.

Steve Owens, EPA assistant administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, issued the followingstatement on Friday, "EPA today denied a petition submitted by several outside groups for the agency to implement a ban on the production and distribution of lead hunting ammunition. EPA reached this decision because the agency does not have the legal authority to regulate this type of product under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) -- nor is the agency seeking such authority."

Soon after NSSF's call to action was posted Wednesday at nssf.org, it went viral. Hundreds of blogs and websites linked to it. More than 5,000 people shared it with friends on Facebook, and the message also spread across Twitter, forums and other sites. As a result, hunters and shooters across the country made their voices heard, submitting comments to the EPA and contacting their lawmakers.

"This is a tremendous victory for all sportsmen, hunters and gun owners,” said NSSF President Steve Sanetti. “As the trade association for America's firearms and ammunition industry, NSSF is thankful to the tens of thousands who answered our call to action and made their voices heard. This victory belongs to them."

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This is also a victory for those who oppose government agencies over-reaching their authority, regardless of the consequence and cost to taxpayers.

Comment by: P V B | September 2, 2010

This is not the first nor the last oblique movement to nibble away at our 2nd amendment rights. I don't believe they'll come at us head on, it'll be very subtle like this was. Anyone remember the new DMIL code for military brass that was also reversed last year? I believe there will be more attempted bans on firearm related items that will appear innocuous at first glance. "Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you"

Comment by: 3percent | September 2, 2010

Glad the EPA backed off on this, but how is it they can regulate lead sinkers but not lead bullets? Shouldn't the TSCA either cover lead in both uses, or not in either? I don't quite get that. Am I going to have to start using old spark plugs to go fishing now?

Comment by: david b | September 3, 2010