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Gun of the Week: Smith & Wesson M&P C.O.R.E

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posted on April 21, 2014

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Based on the Pro Series line of competition-ready firearms, Smith & Wesson's M&P C.O.R.E. models offer consumers a platform that's already ready to have any accessory optics added to it.

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