By mid March male woodchucks will be going from den hole to den hole checking for female occupants, a sign that spring is just around the corner. Chuck hunters are preparing for warmer weather and many are considering a new hunting rifle. For woodchucks and other varmints, hunters typically use a specialized type of small caliber, long-range firearm known as a varmint rifle. However, some varmint hunters are looking for a heavier barreled rifle, which is where the H-S Pro-Series 2000 Varmint should be considered a viable option.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | SHARE YOUR COMMENTS

Most recently he has been the movie host for Encore Westerns, but long before that he was Sheriff Matt Dillon’s sidekick Chester on television’s longest running series called Gunsmoke. Cowboy, Actor, Veteran, Environmentalist and Olympic Hopeful, Dennis Weaver was 81 years old when he passed away Friday, a victim of cancer.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | SHARE YOUR COMMENTS

From a recent national study it is estimated that 53% of citizens have some type of firearm in their home. Many are purchased for defense of home and family against violent criminals. Another study shows that there is an 80% chance you will be injured if you are home during an intrusion or burglary if you are unable to defend yourself, which is why the right to own a firearm is so important. Yet the number of firearm accidents in the home involving gun owners and their children jeopardizes your right to possess firearms because it gives the gun control lobby more ammunition to take that right away. You must be a safe and responsible firearms owner if you want help ensure your right to keep and bear arms is honored by the U.S. government in the future.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | SHARE YOUR COMMENTS

On the conceal carry frontlines are three Midwestern states, Wisconsin, Kansas, and Nebraska. Liberal anti-constitution Wisconsin Governor and Democrat Jim Doyle was quick to the draw in vetoing a conceal carry bill for that state. Expect much the same in Kansas where Democrat Governor Kathleen Sebelius, who has killed conceal carry in the past, is expected to shoot down Senator Phil Journey’s latest attempt to restore this constitutional right to Kansas citizens. Nebraska has better news, with their conceal carry bill making it to committee and some say may have a 50/50 chance this time if Democrat Ernie Chambers isn’t allowed to filibuster the bill into the grave, like he has done again and again in the past.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | SHARE YOUR COMMENTS

There are several reasons why shooters decide to reload ammunition. What you most frequently hear is “saves you money!” However, those who have money to burn and continue to buy factory ammunition may not be aware of the greater degree of accuracy achieved by properly self loaded ammunition created for a specific firearm. Those who argue that the high dollar premium factory ammo is the best way to go should take a moment to consider why reloading equates to greater accuracy.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | add more Comments (5)

It has been over 20-years since the company, made famous for it handguns, sold anything else. Smith & Wesson used to offer some shotguns and rifles and this month they announced they would start selling shotguns and rifles once again. Furthermore, they will not be licensing their name for “this project.” Apparently, they won’t have another manufacturer putting S&W on longguns, however, the question remains whether or not they will manufacture or sell them under a different name.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | add another comment (1)

AK-47 collectors in the U.S. have faced numerous obstacles over the years. Since a true, all original, fully automatic Kalashnikov is not available to the ordinary citizen, several U.S. companies make semi-auto versions compliant under gun control laws using a mix of imported and domestic parts. Rifle quality and pricing varies drastically. From parts kits to complete AK-47 rifles, we’ve got buyer tips for the novice and serious collector in this Firearms First semi-auto AK47 buyer’s feature.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | add more Comments (6)

Ruger’s P345 offers shooters a double action centerfire auto without the historical bulk that many have often criticized in Ruger pistol reviews. With this one they did it right, producing a lightweight, slim design, yet still chambered for the powerful .45 ACP cartridge. The first models were the standard KP345 and the KP345PR, with a Picatinny rail. Now Ruger offers blued-steel slide version and a stainless steel decock-only model, both with Picatinny rails. Here’s an attractive little pistol ideal for lady shooters as well as men.

article continues: <<read the rest of the story>> | add more Comments (10)