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TweAK the ’47: Modifying the Century Arms C39 Classic

Given its proven reliability in nearly every environment on Earth, the AK is widely recognized as one of the most dependable firearms in existence. However, in the past few years we’ve seen a number of innovative ways to modernize AK47s with simple modifications for a custom look and feel. For everything AK47 from the newest guns to the hot-button issues, pick up a copy of Guns & Ammo Book of the AK47 while supplies last! The Century Arms C39 Classic is part of an expanding market of AK-variants that are manufactured in the USA. Popularity of the milled-receiver C39 is flourishing with American gun owners, especially as recent sanctions are affecting the importation of Russian firearms…

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Historical Benchrest competitions

The sport of benchrest shooting, wherein there are no shooting positions but the rifles are firmly supported by some type of media has become quite popular in the past few decades. It truly is wringing out the most in rifle accuracy between 100 and 500 yards. But where did it come from? The modern sport … Read More … The post Historical Benchrest competitions appeared first on The Firearm Blog.

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The Shooter’s Bible Guide to AR-15s: A Comprehensive Reference to One of America’s Favorite Rifles

The essential guide on all things related to one of the most popular firearms in existence.There’s no denying the popularity and intense fascination with AR-15s […]

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7.62 x 54R Caliber Cartridge Laser Bore Sighter for Mosin Nagant Rifles Boresighter

No more wasting ammo and money sighting or zeroing in your iron sights, red dots, or scopes. A common misconception that the rifle is sighted […]

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RIP: John Noveske of Noveske Rifleworks

It saddens me to report that John Noveske, of Noveske Rifleworks out of Oregon, was killed in a car accident the night of Friday, January 4th. Official statement from the Noveske Facebook page: Noveske Rifleworks would ask you to remember the passing of our founder, John Noveske, who died Friday, January 4th 2013 in an automobile accident. John planned for all eventualities, and wanted to ensure any changes would be as seamless as possible for our customers, dealers, suppliers, employees and friends. While this will be a trying time, we do not expect a change in the day to day operations of Noveske Rifleworks. We would like to thank you for your support as we deal …

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New Magpul 10 and 20 Round PMAGs

Magpul recently announced their new Gen 3 10 round and 20 round PMAG. The 20 rounder is shipping now while the 10 rounder will be available in February of 2013 both with an MSRP of $13.95. The 20 rounder will be handy for hunters and precision shooters who may find it difficult to shoot with standard capacity magazines while prone or on a bench. 10 rounders obviously will be very popular for those living in states that ban any mags that hold more than 10 rounds. Check them out at Magpul.com. Hopefully by the time these hit the shelves some of the AR-15 and magazine buying spree dies down, it’s pretty impossible to find PMAGs anywhere, and some retailers are even price gouging the ones they have in stock *cough*…

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.375 H&H Magnum Still Going Strong 100 Years Later

Happy 100th birthday, .375 H&H Magnum! Why, you’re looking downright spry for your age, what’s your secret? The .375 H&H is proof that sometimes you can get it right on the first try. Holland and Holland developed the round during a time when great technological changes were sweeping through the firearms world. Modern “smokeless” powder was proving superior to “black” powder in every way, redefining what was possible for cartridge ballistics. New rifles had to be designed to cope with the increased chamber pressure of these cartridges. The premier new rifle of the day was the Mauser ’98, featuring a very popular 9.3x62mm cartridge that soon spread worldwide. The Brits at Holland and …

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RIP: John Noveske of Noveske Rifleworks

It saddens me to report that John Noveske, of Noveske Rifleworks out of Oregon, was killed in a car accident the night of Friday, January 4th. Official statement from the Noveske Facebook page: Noveske Rifleworks would ask you to remember the passing of our founder, John Noveske, who died Friday, January 4th 2013 in an automobile accident. John planned for all eventualities, and wanted to ensure any changes would be as seamless as possible for our customers, dealers, suppliers, employees and friends. While this will be a trying time, we do not expect a change in the day to day operations of Noveske Rifleworks. We…