Suppressing Suppressor Myths
Suppressors, commonly but less accurately called silencers or “cans,” have been commercially available since 1908. Unfortunately for freedom-and hearing-cherishing Americans, they have been demonized by the anti-gun media largely due to their portrayal as “assassin tools” in Hollywood movies. In reality, however, suppressors are common in other countries because of the vast benefits they offer shooters and hunters. Here are few common myths about suppressors.
Why Would Anyone Want to Hunt With a "Silencer?"
A columnist with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution was baffled as to why hunters might want to use a suppressor with their firearm. Keith Wood supplies the answer in this latest edition of "BullShooters."
Shooting the New Salvo 12 Shotgun Suppressor
Field Editor Brian McCombie had a chance to put SilencerCo's new Salvo 12 shotgun suppressor to good use. How does it sound and feel? Find out here.
Hardware: Burris Veracity 4X-20X -50mm
The 4X-20X-50mm Burris Veracity is a big scope, but it offers a lot of features that will help long-range hits on varmints, predators and targets become a reality if the shooter does his or her part.
Otis Technology Ear Shield
Much slimmer than earmuff-style hearing protection, the new Ear Shield from Otis Technology keeps your ears safe while shooting without getting in the way.
Hardware: Gamo Whisper G2
There were two bird seasons when I was a young teenager: grouse in the fall and starlings in the spring. The starlings would invade as soon as the weather started to turn, congregating in noisy flocks near the corncribs on my grandparents’ farm.
Hardware: Ruger American Rifle Ranch
Last year Ruger melded two of its working-man rifle brands—the Ranch moniker and its American Rifle line—to offer the American Rifle Ranch. Let’s talk about what’s in this name.
Brownells Announces 2015 Father's Day Sweepstakes
Brownness is prepared to reward one lucky dad with quite a hefty prize package later this month as part of the company's new Father's Day Sweepstakes. One fortunate father will take home $1,200 in shooting and survival gear and a one-year Brownells EDGE membership.
Forget the Lake: It’s Family Day at the Range
Put down that handheld portal to the digital world. Forget about soccer weekend. Take a break from the never-ending chore of yard maintenance. If you hunger for a surefire way to bring the family together in a setting that is guaranteed to generate a grin then plan a family day at your local shooting range.
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