Tuesday, August 31, 2010

War Against Ammo Heats Up

by cocked and loaded August 31, 2010 Cocked and Loaded

“Further actions against ammunition are certain, and more petitions are likely in the months ahead”…more

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Links for 2010-08-31 [del.icio.us]

by AmmoLand.com August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

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Why I Write About Armed Self Defense (as opposed to unarmed self defense)

by The LearnAboutGuns.com Author August 31, 2010 Learn About Guns

I recently received an interesting email from a reader named Sarah. She asked whether I write about real-life examples of crime victims using either their bare hands or their words to stop an attacker. The answer to her question, and my thoughts on the subject, can be seen below: Read more …

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For my New Readers – Strong Willed

by Brigid August 31, 2010 Home on the Range

I survived another week on the road. Met a couple of my Secret Squirrel heroes, even got to have an Amber Bock with one of them. Day after tomorrow I will be home and there will probably not be a new post til then.Conversations in groups like these are as varied as we are. But like always, we talk about those Gone West, and someone says “gee, I need to write a will”.Hopefully I’ll live another

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It’s Miller Time!

by USCitizen August 31, 2010 Traction Control

9:41pm: Murkowski will hold a press conference in twenty minutes. 9:40pm: Being generous, let’s say there are 7000 valid GOP votes left to be counted. Murkowski would need 61% of them to win. She’s done. From Swing State Project UPDATE: CNN’s Shannon Travis in Anchorage has confirmed that Sen. Lisa Murkowski will concede tonight. H/T [...]

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One for Jennifer.

by Miguel August 31, 2010 Gun Free Zone

Jennifer had a great post regarding Hollywood types and their need to be communicational stupid in a grandiose scale. In her honor, I give you this:

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Whupped.

by Tam August 31, 2010 View from the Porch

Long day in the hot sun.Great class so far.Good group of students; it’s not anybody’s first time, and everybody’s gun handling is good, which is always very comforting. The downside to that is that every class has “That Guy”, and if you’re looking arou…

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j. stevens pistol?

by albert6490 August 31, 2010 Gun Values Board

hi, i was wondering what gun this is im stumped i couldnt find out anything about i got this from a friend and he said that it was “a old j. stevens pistol’ i got it cheap. i was wondering what the value would be thanks.
 

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Mount-N-Slot Giveaway Winners

by matthewdanger August 31, 2010 Jerking the Trigger

First, I would like to thank the great folks at Impact Weapon Components for making this giveaway possible! The results are in… The first number generated was 157. “Otis W” (147) will be taking home a Snap Hook Mount-N-Slot. The second number generated was 3302. “Scott O” (3295) will be taking home a Rotation Limited [...]

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Impromptu Restore The Constitution Pistols Only Dry Run

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

In fact, carrying openly at “public gatherings” to include political rallies was illegal here in Georgia up until a month or so ago…

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Impromptu Restore The Constitution Pistols Only Dry Run

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ATN OTIS-17 Thermal Multi-Purpose System

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

The ATN OTIS-17 multi-purpose thermal imaging system is built around state-of-the-art uncooled Thermal Imaging Technology…

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ATN OTIS-17 Thermal Multi-Purpose System

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Restoring Honor

by Dustin August 31, 2010 Dustin's Gun Blog

In case you missed it, you can watch the 8/28 Restoring Honor Rally via the C-Span Archive:

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Miller Time?

by USCitizen August 31, 2010 Traction Control

Big Government says, “the trend in the count of absentee ballots makes it virtually impossible that Sen. Murkowski will overtake Joe Miller in the GOP Senate Primary.” It’s Over.

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Acusport Adds Zel Custom MFG Tactilite Rifle Line

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

By choosing to distribute the Zel Custom Manufacturing line, AcuSport is able to broaden their inventory of tactical firearms…

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Acusport Adds Zel Custom MFG Tactilite Rifle Line

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Glock’s Randi Rogers Claims Area 8 Lady’s Production Shooting Title

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Rogers, who holds the rank of Master in the Production division, took the lead on the first stage and held it through all 10…

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Glock’s Randi Rogers Claims Area 8 Lady’s Production Shooting Title

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Taylor Knife Brands Appoints Agnew to Vice President of Sales

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Taylor Brands has hired Jody Agnew as the Vice President of Sales effective 8-22-10…

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Taylor Knife Brands Appoints Agnew to Vice President of Sales

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Utah Concealed Carry Firearms Permit Course

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Want “Peace of Mind” when traveling out-of-state? It’s possible with a Utah CCW Firearm Permit…

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Utah Concealed Carry Firearms Permit Course

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Brady Center Fails To Meet Better Business Bureau Standards

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

According to the BBB, the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence DOES NOT meet one or more of the 20 standards for Charity Accountability…

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Brady Center Fails To Meet Better Business Bureau Standards

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Guns And Gear TV – This Week On Versus

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Guns and Gear – the most watched TV program to showcase firearms and shooting – features the Ruger SR9c, the E2 pistols from Sig Sauer…

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Guns And Gear TV – This Week On Versus

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Aimpoint Pledges Support to First Shots Program

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

When First Shots attendees step to the firing line, they’ll find sighting-in a simple process thanks to red-dot optics company Aimpoint…

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John Cusack overwhelmed by his percieved self-importance?

by Miguel August 31, 2010 Gun Free Zone

Hollywood actors seem to think they are at the command of the world and must impose their will and thoughts on people. The latest moron to spew what any rational person would consider Hate Speech is actor John Cusack who in his twitter account wrote:
“I AM FOR A SATANIC DEATH CULT CENTER AT FOX NEWS [...]

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This is so great…

by Of Arms and the Law August 31, 2010 Arms & The Law

SAF and CalGuns Foundation are sponsoring the annual Firearm Rights Policy Conference, in San Francisco, on Sept.24-26. (Talk about marching into the teeth of the enemy!). They know that the San Fran public transit authorities have a rule against allowing advertising on bus shelters or buses that shows an image of a firearm. So they created one, and dared them to ban it … thereby setting up a First Amendment challenge. Apparently the powers that be backed down, because here’s a pic of the advertisement.

Thanks to reader jdberger …

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GRE Round Up for August 31

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

Here’s the latest from my fellow GREs:Sean McClanahan/Des Moines:Thank you, Mayor Bloomberg Liston Matthews/Knoxville:Tennessee Firearms Association Knoxville Chapter September meeting Dave Workman/Seattle:Social bigotry alive and well in San Fra…

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Last Chance to Apply for Maryland Black Bear Hunting Lottery September 1

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications to participate in this year’s lottery for black bear hunting permits on until Wednesday evening…

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Last Chance to Apply for Maryland Black Bear Hunting Lottery September 1

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BTW

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

That last post there was post number 40,000. And yesterday was the 8 year anniversary of this blog. Holy crap.
ETA: And, in the next month or so, it will hit 5M visits and roughly 9M page views.

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Sentry Solutions Announces Launch Of Official Facebook Fan Page

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

The goal of the page is to create a place for fans and dealers to interact directly with the company and with other enthusiasts…

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Sentry Solutions Announces Launch Of Official Facebook Fan Page

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Glock’s Sevigny Goes 4 for 4 at USPSA’s Area 8 Handgun Championships

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Sevigny jumped out to an immediate lead and held it from start to finish, dominating the field by never falling below fourth on any stage…

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Glock’s Sevigny Goes 4 for 4 at USPSA’s Area 8 Handgun Championships

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Who Knew?

by Murdoc August 31, 2010 Gun Pundit

More anti-gun researchers admit…That there is no gun show loophole.

…This is a summary only. Visit GunPundit for the whole story.

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Deer Timber Introduces The New Extreme Comfort Tree Stand Cushion

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

The Deer Timber Extreme Comfort Tree Stand Cushion is a patent-pending product designed by hunters for hunters…

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Deer Timber Introduces The New Extreme Comfort Tree Stand Cushion

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A better life through chemicals, and the pestilence that comes from liberal administrations …

by One Sensible Progressive August 31, 2010 The Bluff

Interesting story … during most of my life growing up “bed bugs” were just a joke. I never heard of anyone actually seeing one or a house infected with them — and I grew up in a very poor and rural place. But just in the last few years the number of people I know affected . . . → Read More: A better life through chemicals, and the pestilence that comes from liberal administrations …

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Tabernacle’s James McGinty Wins USPSA Area 8 Single Stack

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

McGinty, who is ranked a Master with the single stack 1911 pistol, the second highest skill level in the sport of practical shooting, won three of the 10 stages…

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Tabernacle’s James McGinty Wins USPSA Area 8 Single Stack

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Team SIG Captain Max Michel, Jr. Continues Winning Streak in USPSA Area Championships

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Max Michel, took another step closer this past weekend to becoming the first pro shooter in history to win all eight United States Practical Shooting Association Area Championships…

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Team SIG Captain Max Michel, Jr. Continues Winning Streak in USPSA Area Championships

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CPO Pak Offers Comprehensive Insurance Coverage for Firearms and Sporting Collectibles

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Coastal Plains Outdoors introduces the first comprehensive personal property insurance plan tailored specifically to meet the needs of modern sportsmen…

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CPO Pak Offers Comprehensive Insurance Coverage for Firearms and Sporting Collectibles

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Shooter Jessie Abbate Edges Out Francisco for Lady’s Open Win

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

The match, which also included Rebecca Jones, the 2008 national champion in the Open division, was the closest of any of the division battles at the Area 8 event with all three women winning stage titles…

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Shooter Jessie Abbate Edges Out Francisco for Lady’s Open Win

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Open Letter to All Federal Firearms Licensed Importers

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

We at the ATF have prepared this open letter, with information about a recent clarification on the “date of importation” required to be recorded in a licensed firearms importers…

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Open Letter to All Federal Firearms Licensed Importers

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