Firearm Stupidity…

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

By now most avid bloggers have read the stories about how Pot Scrubbers and Fiberglass Insulation have been classified a Silencer by the NFA… But, for a little added “Funny” I thought I would point out some of the more insane classifications made by government bodies…

While that might seem a little crazy, this is nothing compared to the Canadian Long Gun Registry which was dupped into registering all sorts of items in its early days like nail guns and calking guns… (Not surprisingly, the Canadian Long Gun Registry is now almost officially dead…)  There are actually too  many stories on this issue to even isolate one.

Perhaps the greatest example is from 2004 when the United States Department of Justice – ATF actually classified a shoestring as a “Machine Gun”…  Don’t believe me?  Well, read carefully…

While I believe they were talking about a “Bump-Fire System” it certainly reads like a piece of string with a loop on one end is a “Machine Gun” in their eyes…

As a final salute to the Canadian Long Gun Registry, Please Enjoy This Clip From the Long Running Canadian Series, “Royal Canadian Air Farce”:

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Belt Fed 22 Machine Gun…

Posted on November 21, 2011 by

Lakeside Guns is a small manufacturing company in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas with one hell of a passion for rimfire weapons. Making a scale replica of a 1919a4 is one thing, but making one that runs reliably in 22 Long Rifle is a truly amazing feat…

At a price of almost $3,500 US, these little beauties don’t come cheap, but think of the hours of fun you could have with a belt fed 22! Not to mention the precision engineering that goes into a gun like this…

While Local Firearm laws won’t allow me to get my hands on one of these little beauties, if anyone has tried or owns one, let me know and I would love a guest review!

If you live in an area where you can legally own one of these beauties, consider contacting Lakeside Guns… God knows I would if I could… Sigh…

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Great Range Idiot Song…

Posted on November 19, 2011 by

This is just too good for words…

Send it to your “Range Idiot” Friend…

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Hornady Announces New 17 Hornet…

Posted on November 16, 2011 by

Anyone who knows me can attest to the fact that I love the 17 HMR… I mean, I really love it. I love it so much I bought a second Henry Golden Boy, (my favourite rimfire rifle), chambered in 17 HMR. It is quiet, flat shooting and relatively inexpensive. It is so far beyond the standard 22 Long Rifle that I am shocked it hasn’t become more popular among rimfire nuts like myself.

Now, to add to my love of the 17 caliber, Hornady has announced their all new 17 Hornet. Based on the 22 Magnum cartridge, the new 17 Hornet boasts an extremely flat shooting curve and a velocity of 3650 fps. (I expect hand-loaders will be able to surpass 4000 fps with some trial and error…)

Lots of people have tried their hand at “Hot 17″ rounds in the past, but with Hornady’s reputation, I am hoping this new round really takes off…

Even more exciting is that Savage Arms has confirmed they will be offering no less than 4 new rifles chambered in 17 Hornet next year! Expect a field review early in 2012…

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22 Long Rifle at 500 Yards…

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

I have always wondered how far you can stretch the 22 Long Rifle…  While I have stretched a Mark XXII out to 225 yards, Curtis over at www.rimfirecentral.com has stretched the Rimfire out to new lengths!

Using a range I am rather envious of, Curtis has managed to capture great video. (Be sure to turn the volume up so you can hear the hits):

 

I have contacted Curtis and here are the vital specs:

Gun: CZ 452 Scout with Tasco 2.5-10×42 Target/Varmint Mil Dot

Conditions: Northern Utah, 50 Degrees F at 5009 Feet above Sea Level

Ammunition: Federal Champion, 36 Grain, 525 Round Value Pack

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1930′s Gun Tech… Wow…

Posted on November 14, 2011 by

Modern Mechanix has dug up a story about a “Light Pointer” being marketed by Ray Helm of Chicago. Essentially just like modern laser pointer, the invention used 6-condensor light to aim a “baseball sized target”.  It even looks relatively compact…

Last July, the Modern Mechanix blog also posted a blog on a 1934 gun mounted camera.  The camera was F/3.5 so it would work well in low light.  (F/3.5 being comparable to many average modern SLR lenses.)  It was operated by the guns trigger, so if you missed the shot, you still got a decent “shot”.

 

Be sure to check out the Modern Mechanix blog.  Some very interesting stuff…

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Los Angeles LAPD SWAT Team Has Firearms Stolen…

Posted on November 13, 2011 by

The Los Angelas Times reported on October 17th that the Los Angeles Police Department SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) Team has had a serious firearms theft.  According to multiple reports, thieves used bolt cutters to slice through multiple doors and forced their way through a reinforced roll gate to gain access to the firearms.

A total of 15 Fully Automatic MP5′s and 15 Kimber 1911 Custom II .45 pistols were reported stolen.  While the weapons were converted to fire Blanks, the LAPD has acknowledged that the weapons could be restored to fire live ammunition.  Any amateur metal worker or gunsmith should be able to restore a blank conversion without too much trouble.  In fact, there are multiple online videos that show how to preform such a conversion…

On October 28th, the LAPD reported multiple arrests in relation to the thefts, but admitted that they have only been able to recover 3 of the missing firearms.  Even more troubling, one of the guns recovered was an AR-15 that wasn’t reported as stolen by the LAPD.

The MP5 is an amazing weapon, but it definitely shouldn’t be in the hands of anyone stupid enough to break into a police compound.

This should serve as a wake-up-call to every gun owner.  If thieves are brave enough to rob a SWAT Team training center, they are brave enough to rob your house…  Keep your guns in a proper gun safe.

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Heckler and Koch Raided by German Police

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

German arms manufacturer, Heckler and Koch have been raided for apparently bribing Mexican officials to boost gun sales in that country.  The Washington Post and Fox News are reporting that over 300 police officials raided the manufacturer’s offices and other private residences in Germany

This could be bad news for Heckler and Koch as they are already being investigated on allegations that their G36 assault rifles were being used by the Libyan Regime.  Heckler and Koch would neither confirm nor deny German Media reports that one of Maummar Gadhafi’s sons visited the arms manufacturer in 2003.

A spokesperson for Heckler and Koch confirmed the raid, but refused to elaborate.

 

UPDATE:

According to Reuters, Heckler and Koch released a statement today saying:

“The volume of claims directed against the company recently create the impression among responsible people at Heckler & Koch of a targeted defamation campaign that is being driven by interested parties.”

The company went on to deny any wrongdoing Mexico and state that Mexican sales only account for approximatly 1% of their global business.

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Ugly is Back Baby!

Posted on November 10, 2011 by

The great John Moses Browning once said the Browning Automatic-5 was his greatest achievement.  No small statement from the maker of the M1911, Hi-Power, M2 and Woodsman.  (If I had to list all John Browning’s great firearm achievements, I would probably have to quit my day job…)

Make no mistake, I love the Browning A-5…  I love the way it shoulders, I love the way it feels and I love the way it is just so damn ugly.  Somehow, it is Ugly in a Beautiful way.

The Browning A-5 is one of those love-or-hate guns.  Personally, I love it.  Only time will tell if it lives up to the true A-5 Legend.  Come on Browning, make your founder proud!

Browning says it will be available in Spring 2012.  Expect a full review shortly after its release…

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Northern Riflestocks – Old World Cool

Posted on November 9, 2011 by

While I do love most tactical rifles, I have always had a real soft spot for Custom Wood Stocks.  While I do own a few “luxury grade” rifles, Evan at Northern Riflestocks is in a World of his own…

From insane 10/22 stocks to amazing carbon/wood hybrids, Northern Riflestocks has a flare for the exotic.  I am particularly struck by their custom bench rifles.

Check our Northern Riflestocks Website at the “Friends” link to the right.

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