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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.

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Ruger, Carhartt Offer Free Jacket Promotion

(GunReports.com) – Between September 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010, customers who purchase any new Ruger bolt-action rifle will receive a free Ruger-branded American-made Carhartt jacket.

The jacket is based on the Duck Active Jac and has been made specifically for Ruger in the United States. It boasts 12-ounce ring-spun cotton duck with a 100% polyester thermal lining, a thermal-lined hood, rib-knit cuffs and waist, two large hand-warmer pockets, two convenient inside pockets, and triple-stitched main seams.

Available in sizes small through XXXL, the jacket has a $75 retail value.

Redemption coupons can also be downloaded at www.ruger.com/Carhartt, where you will also find complete promotion details and a copy of the official terms and conditions.

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