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During World War II, the .45 ACP M1911 and M1911A1 pistols were popular with American troops, and here we present some imagery of those who trained and fought with “old slabsides.”
July 15, 2012
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Until recently conventional wisdom held that using a 20-gauge shotgun for deer hunting was a bad idea. The 20 gauge was something ladies and kids used only for its reduced recoil, and the Foster-style slug was the only option. But advanced technology has improved the performance of 20-gauge and now they bring 200-yard-distant quarry within range.
July 15, 2012
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In today’s handgun world, there are two main upright shooting stances—the Isosceles and the Weaver—from which other stances have evolved. While the Weaver is probably better known, the Isosceles is more commonly taught to beginners. From the article "Choosing a Handgun Shooting Stance."
July 15, 2012
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If you’re bored with the square range—or want to see how you’ll react when some thug pulls a gun and tries to rob you at the local convenience store—Gander Mtn. Academy can provide the type of firearms training that will elevate both your adrenaline and skill level. For more, look at the video on Gander Mountain Academy.
July 15, 2012
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The market currently supports an astounding array of popular and reliable gun cleaning products. From simple box kits to ultrasonic cleaners, shooters have quite a selection from which to choose. "How to Clean a Handgun."
July 15, 2012
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A few candid photos from the Centennial Pistol Class held at Gunsite Academy in Paulden, Ariz. The class celebrated the John M. Browning-designed firearm, featuring special presentations, as well as range time, in which participants only used 1911-style pistols. From "Gunsite Academy Honors M1911 100th Anniversary."
July 15, 2012
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A reliable handgun chambered to fire the inexpensive and plentiful .22 Long Rifle cartridge is truly a treasure to own. Though most .22 pistols follow standard design, several models on the market today allow you to stand out in a crowd. And, best of all, many of these exotic pistols are more affordable than you might expect.
July 15, 2012
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Television technology may have changed dramatically since the early days of grainy black & white broadcasts, but American culture has always been influenced by its content—much of which prominently features firearms. AmericanRifleman.org Shooting Editor Paul Rackley took a look at TV programming past and present to select his favorite shows that regularly feature firearms.
July 15, 2012
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These days the word "extreme" triggers thoughts of heavily framed hand cannons. But there is another extreme in the spectrum, where the goal is to strip away excess size and weight to produce the smallest reliable handgun possible. From the article "North American Arms Mini Revolvers."
July 15, 2012
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Lurking in the back of many a gun safe are homely, but much loved handguns that deserve a better finish than the one they have. Ford's Custom Guns provides a variety of high quality finishes for handguns, shotguns and rifles. From the article "Refinishing: Giving Ugly Guns a Second Chance."
July 15, 2012
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On March 29, 1911, the M1911 was adopted by the military as its official sidearm. Since then, the M1911 has been produced by a variety of manufacturers, served in multiple wars, and undergone numerous improvements and customizations to become what it is today. From the article "A Look Back at the 1911."
July 15, 2012
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The Kel-Tec PMR-30 pistol has an innovative design that successfully resolves the challenges of building a semi-auto pistol chambered in .22 Mag. It operates using a unique hybrid blowback/locked-breech system that adjusts for changes in cartridge pressure. From the article review, "The Kel-Tec PMR 30."
July 15, 2012
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An exploded view diagram of the classic Smith and Wesson Model 29 revolver, one of the first firearms chambered for the powerful .44 Magnum cartridge. Companion piece to the article with disassembly instructions "Smith & Wesson Model 29."
July 15, 2012
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Due to the popularity and increasing size of the “This is My 1911” reader-uploaded photo gallery, we have created a second “This is My 1911” photo gallery to continue providing our readers a place to share the stories of their 1911s. Upload a photo of your 1911 (please follow all firearm safety rules) and tell us why this is your 1911.
July 15, 2012
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