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2011 is the 100th anniversary of one of John Moses Browning’s most iconic handguns. AmericanRifleman.org is kicking off its year-long celebration of the 1911 with the “This Is My 1911” photo gallery to give 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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Almost 350 federal, state, local and international police officers descended on Albuquerque, N.M., to compete in the National Police Shooting Championships. Six days of fierce competition in a variety of categories involved friendly banter and a lot of brass hitting the ground.
July 15, 2012
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Having a hard time figuring out what to get the shooter in your life for Christmas? Here are AmericanRifleman.org's choices for best stocking stuffers.
July 15, 2012
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The Rhino is a break from Chiappa’s traditional fare in firearms. It has a very unorthodox, futuristic design that reduces muzzle flip and recoil, but is some kind of ugly. From the article "Charge of the Chiappa Rhino."
July 15, 2012
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The NRA National Matches attract the elite shooters from around the country all trying to put a small piece of metal into the X-ring. From the article "2010 NRA National Matches at Camp Perry."
July 15, 2012
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NRA and BSA have enjoyed a tremendous relationship since 1910, with millions of boys and leaders having been members of both venerable institutions. At the 100th Anniversary Jamboree, they also had a lot of fun. From the article "NRA & BSA: 100 Years of Partnership."
July 15, 2012
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Mimicking guns such as the AR-15, HK MP5 and SIG 550, tactical look-alikes in .22 LR are more common than ever. From the article "Tactical .22s"
July 15, 2012
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The proper way to clear a stovepipe is the Tap & Rack, but how can this be done with only one hand? From the blog "One-Handed Tap & Rack."
July 15, 2012
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Firearms have been a part of the movies since “The Great Train Robbery” flashed onto the Silver Screen in 1903. In many movies the gun is as important as the character, and often is what makes a scene iconic. AmericanRifleman.org has put together a list of 10 favorite movie guns and why they are so remembered.
July 15, 2012
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Speer bullets are being reorganized, and a new projectile is set to replace at least one of its hallmark offerings. From the article " Revisiting Speer's Big-Game Bullets."
July 15, 2012
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The R8 is Blaser’s next step in rifle evolution, incorporating good features and excellent accuracy. From the article “Blaser R8 Rifle: The Next Step.”
July 15, 2012
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Recoil sensitive shooters, or those who suffer from hand problems, must choose among caliber, weight, size and capacity when choosing defensive handguns. Here are some options that should do the trick. From the article “Defensive Pistols: Low-Recoil Options.”
July 15, 2012
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The iconic Winchester Model 1894 is back, this time in the guise of a pair of rifles that commemorate the life of company founder Oliver F. Winchester. And Rick Hacker still has an affinity for this classic rifle. From the article "The Winchester Model 94 Rides Again."
July 15, 2012
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Quick to recognize opportunity as civil war raged in China, Beístegui Hermanos and Astra-Unceta y Cía developed C96-type “broomhandle” pistols to compete against Mauser, setting the stage for years of intense competition. From the article "Spanish Broomhandles."
July 15, 2012
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You can always spot the guy who’s been using cheap glass—he’s the one with eyes like Robert Downey Jr. The spotters below will help you pick apart the prairie, and your eyes will thank you later with more to see in your trophy room.
July 15, 2012
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