Author Archives: pigeonroad

AR15

AR-15 for Sale – What else is there to know?

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31
Jan

AR-15’s are as diverse as they are impressive. Their universal acclaim and widespread popularity have turned a single, semi-automatic rifle into an entire line of weapons, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Knowing there’s an AR-15 for sale is only the tip of the iceberg. Before making a purchase, do a little research to find out more about the gun you’re about to purchase. You’ll be glad you did. Here are a couple of things to consider before buying your first AR-15 rifle.

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Firearm Feature, Handguns, Pistols

Product Spotlight: The Glock 17

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31
Jan

The world of firearms is a vast one and the realm of handguns is a vast one too. With myriads of variations and permutations, there truly is a handgun for every taste, style, and occupation. However, amongst the many different handguns, few ever gain enough traction to thrive in the public arena. Whether for high costs, weight, or unreliability; these constructs struggle to find a niche where they can build a following. The Glock 17 is not one of those handguns. Designed by a team of weapons experts assembled by Gaston Glock nearly thirty-five years ago, the Glock 17 has stood the test of time better than nearly every handgun in its class. Here are a few reasons to love the Glock 17.

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Accessories, Concealed Weapon, Gun Accessories, Holsters

Gun Holsters for Concealed Carry at GrabAGun

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When shopping for gun holsters, consumers are going to want to keep form and function in mind. Gun holsters should be comfortable and should always stay put without changing positions, unless it is your intention. Additionally, part of the holster should completely cover and protect the trigger from any contact with outside objects, including a trigger finger.

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Accessories, AR, AR15, Gun Magazine

Magpul PMAG at GrabAGun

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Magpul released the PMAG 30-round 5.56 NATO Polymer Magazine for AR15/M4/M16 platform weapons in the early part of 2007. Because of the dependability, consistency and durability of PMAGS, millions were fielded to our military, law enforcement and also commercial users. PMAGS have become the standard for magazine reliability. Even today, Magpul strives and succeeds in improving current products and growing their line of PMAGS to consist of new calibers and weapon systems.

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Accessories, Concealed Weapon, Gun Accessories, Holsters

1911 Holsters at GrabAGun

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The 1911 handgun is called just that because it served as the standard-issue sidearm for the United States Armed Forces from 1911-1985. That is where its name derived. Colt was the original manufacturer, however, due to its popularity during World War I and World War II, other manufacturers like Remington Rand, Ithaca Gun Company, Union Switch & Signal, Singer and Rock Island Arsenal started producing it.

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Accessories, Gun Accessories, Gun Magazine, Gun Optics, Holsters

Gun Accessories

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What gun is right for you? Your experience, skill, expectations and needs are all factors in making this important purchase decision. Yet, you may find that equally important, once you have your gun, are the gun accessories you choose. Your gun accessories may make or break your shooting experience.

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Beginners, Handguns

Back to Basics: Semi-Automatic Handguns

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Developed in the late 1800’s, a semi-automatic handgun is a type of pistol that has a single chamber and barrel and uses the power from each fired shot to load a new round into the chamber while simultaneously ejecting the used casing from the gun. This allows another shot to be fired as soon as the trigger is pulled again until the magazine is empty.

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Self Defense Alternative: Taser Gun

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There are many times when people need a form of self defense. Law enforcement, especially police officers, have a real use for an electroshock weapon called a taser gun. They’re non-lethal weapons that us an electrical current to subdue a person who is dangerous and a threat to harm another. The electrical current disrupts voluntary control of muscles causing neuromuscular incapacitation. They are an especially useful tool when you need to keep space for safety. Pepper spray, batons, or hand-to-hand combat require a smaller distance and can be too close for comfort.

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Accessories, Knives

Benefits of Fixed Blade Knives

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Fixed blade knives are used for a variety of things, including chopping wood as a lightweight hatchet, skinning, making shelter, self-defense, or even tying to the end of a stick to make a spear.  If you’re an outdoorsman or hunter, a fixed blade knife is a key element that should always be in your survival kit.  It can be an invaluable tool and you will want it should you need it.

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Accessories, Beginners, Guide, Gun Accessories, Gun Optics

Get On Target With A Gun Scope

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Simply put, gun scopes magnify an image and put your eye on the same optic plane as the image you are viewing. Looking through the glass, the image is magnified by bending light rays through a series of lenses within the scope. All gun scopes have a reticle or cross hairs built in to reference the center of the field of view seen through the scope. There are other considerations when thinking about choosing the best gun scope for your needs such as field of view, magnification levels, what kind of reticle do you prefer, parallax error, resolution, lens coating, and price you’re willing to pay.

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