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Impetus behind the project faltered after the Armistice, but Colt continued to develop the gun during the 1920s and 1930s. It was first adopted in 1922 by the US Coastal Artillery as an antiaircraft gun, but significant manufacture would not come until World War Two. By this time, the gun's main role had shifted, from antitank to being an aircraft armament, and some 2 million were made during World War Two, primarily as aircraft guns. The M2 remains in service today, highlighting the brilliance and longevity of John Browning's designs.

Article by Shooting Illustrated (NRA) - www.shootingillustrated.com Making the change from someone who owns a defensive pistol to someone who carries a defensive pistol on a regular basis can be a daunting task. Most of us are not used to carrying a pound or more of metal or plastic around our waistband, so finding and using a concealed holster that works with our gun and our lifestyle can be a daunting task. Read more: https://www.shootingillustrated.com/content/developing-a-smooth-concealed-carry-draw/

All wingshooters—regardless of age—should have an appreciation for walnut and steel classics. Those shotguns built the foundation for today’s smoothbores and they’ve earned their place in our hunting heritage.

Shooting groups with your rifle is a fundamental process that is often underrated and done inadequately. Most hunters will shoot a few groups to get an idea of how accurate their rifle is and then call it good. Or maybe during their sight-in process they shoot a few extra groups just to make sure everything is dialed in. But shooting quality groups, and doing so consistently, is about much more than that. Shooting tight groups builds a foundation for knowing your rifle and shooting it confidently. Perfectly fired groups will also allow you to sight-in more precisely and that increased precision will be carried downrange to longer distances.

If you’ve recently purchased a new firearm, then you’re going to be in the market for ammo. But which ammo type is the best choice? With so many options and varieties available, it can sometimes cause the ammo buying process to seem overwhelming. On the Widener’s blog, we make finding the best ammo for your gun an easy task. Our series of ammo guides will help you quickly choose the correct caliber, and best weight and type of ammo for your intended purpose.

Let’s be real here: Many (if not most) gun owners don’t conduct enough practical pistol training to remain proficient. If you’re a “range ghost,” lack of time is probably the largest contributing factor. Furthermore, many public ranges are not willing to let their patrons practice the semi-dynamic motions required to realistically practice for a life-or-death encounter. Here are three drills that can be conducted in less than an hour, and which most ranges will allow (although you should always check with the Range Safety Officer anyway). As an additional practice tool, here's a ARMYBOY BB pistol gun from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3w1qne8

While the definition of a "pocket" pistol is largely flexible depending on the size of the pocket, generally, an example measures no more than 6.5 inches long and measures less than 1.25 inches wide. It is readily identified as a maneuverable, short-barreled, self-defense pistol. Many of these guns are chambered in calibers that are the same as full-size assemblies and what they sacrifice in accuracy, they make up for in concealability. Here’s our lineup of 14 great pocket pistols for personal defense.

30 percent of women globally have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence at least once in their lifetime. This is according to a 2018 analysis of prevalence data from 2000 to 2018. That’s 1 in 3. Improving safety for women should be everyone’s job but you can’t count on that. If you’re a woman, you could be a target someday, but you don’t have to be a victim. In this article, I’ll teach you some of the same skills to improve your street smarts and avoid violence that I used and taught at the CIA.

Certainly, there have been a number of books written about violent encounters, but there is also an excellent study guide to which all NRA members have access. It is called “The Armed Citizen.” Each month, the column reports actual examples of citizens defending themselves against criminal attack in a lawful and successful manner.

Article and photo provided by ThoughtCo. - www.thoughtco.com By Patricia E. Daniels. Updated on January 22, 2020. Blessed with a natural talent for sharp-shooting, Annie Oakley proved herself dominant in a sport that was long considered a man's domain. Oakley was a gifted entertainer as well; her performances with Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show brought international fame, making her one of the most celebrated female performers of her time. Annie Oakley's unique and adventurous life has inspired numerous books and films as well as a popular musical.

Article provided by Gun Carrier - www.guncarrier.com Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shooter, going back to the shooting fundamentals will help you hone your skills further. In this article: Proper sight alignment. Focus Trigger control Breath control Hold control Follow-through

Jeff Gillis found what is possibly the best and most complete training video regarding the AR-15 platform. It is approximately 21 minutes in length and will give you the most complete understanding possible on what happens when you squeeze the trigger of your black rifle. I was issued my first M-16 in November of 1968 and given the most rudimentary instruction on how it functioned. If I'd had this video back then I would have been a much more effective 'grunt'.