Ruger SR-556E AR-15

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May 25, 2011

Ruger recently introduced a lower priced model of their SR-556 AR-15 called the SR-556E. It retails for about $600 cheaper than the SR-556 at about $1369. No word from Ruger what the “E” stands for, but what we do know is that it comes with only a 12 o’clock rail as opposed to a full quad rail like the SR-556 comes with.

Specifications
Caliber: 5.56mm NATO/.223 Rem.
Finish: Black Oxide/Hardcoat Anodized
Grip: Standard A2
Barrel Length: 16.12″
Stock: M4-style
Barrel Twist: 1:9″ RH
Overall Length: 32.75″ – 36.00″
Weight: 7.36 lbs.
Sights: None
MSRP: $1369

[Source: TheFirearmBlog]

Gun Graveyard

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May 23, 2011

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If you don’t like seeing historical firearms rusting away waiting to be sent off to the melter then don’t continue, it’s hard to look at.

These pictures have made the rounds on most of the gun forums online, they’re supposedly from somewhere in South East Asia, most likely Vietnam. Imagine all the battles these guns were part of. What a shame…

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The Life & Death of Osama Bin Laden

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May 15, 2011

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Surplus 7.62x54r Spam Can Guide

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May 15, 2011

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The Mosin Nagant rifle is very popular among shooters because of it’s cheap price, and even cheaper ammo. Many countries around the world have used the venerable 7.62x54r round, many still do. These countries are now unloading most of their surplus 7.62x54r ammo here in the US of A. If you’ve ever purchased a spam can of 7.62x54r you’ve probably noticed all the writing and markings on top of the spam can. If you’ve ever wondered what those markings mean you can use the handy chart above. Everything from powder and cartridge production year, to the production lot is right there on the can.

Just remember to clean your Mosin afterwards as most of this ammo is corrosive.

The Flashbang CCW Bra Holster

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May 12, 2011

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The Flashbang Bra Holster is perfect for the lady who doesn’t want her CCW pistol to be exposed if shes wearing a short shirt or skinny jeans. I think that would be kinda hot actually.

The Flashbang Bra Holster is being sold on eBay and is available for the Kel-Tec P3AT, S&W J Frame, S&W Bodyguard 38, Ruger LCP and Ruger LCR for $40. The bra holster, although odd looking and probably uncomfortable, allows women to draw and fire their gun in under 1.5 seconds. Check out the video below of the holster in action.

[Source: TheFireBlog.com]

Bill Introduced to Make Winchester Model 70 the Official Alaska Firearm

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March 22, 2011

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Looks like the trend to pass bills creating official state firearms may be taking off, in January a bill made the 1911 the official firearm of Utah. Now it appears a bill is being introduced in Alaska by Republican Senator Charlie Huggins’ to make the pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 .30-06 caliber rifle the official firearm of Alaska. The rifle is rugged and reliable and is very popular among Alaskan hunters and trappers.

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India is Now The Largest Arms Importer

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March 22, 2011

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If you didn’t read the title of this post who would you have thought was the largest importer of fighter jets and naval ships? China? Nope, they’re number two. India has just overtaken China as the world’s largest arms importer, with the United States, Russia and Germany being the largest arms exporters.

According to the report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, India accounted for 9 percent of all international arms imports in the period from 2006 to 2010, and it is expected to keep the top spot for the foreseeable future.

India wants to become a regional power, and with their neighbors being China and their rival Pakistan, that means they need a lot of advanced weapons. India is spending billions of dollars to keep up with their neighbors as China starts to become a major player on the world stage. India spent 1.5 trillion rupees ($32.5 billion) which was a 40 percent increase from two years before. They’re currently waiting for delivery on French Mirage 2000 fighter jets, six submarines and a refurbished aircraft carrier from Russia. That alone is more firepower than most of the worlds militaries.

[Source: Fox News]

The FN Fire Control Unit

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March 16, 2011

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FN Herstal has released their Fire Control Unit (FCU) 40mm grenade launcher sighting system. The FN FCU mounts onto a picatinny rail above the grenade launcher, it also features a laser range finder which calculates the distance to the target as well as a clinometer which measures the angle and elevation to the target. An onboard ballistic computer calculates the angle required which then controls a red dot scope to point at the optimal aiming point.

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