As october rolled to an end this year, the national association of sporting goods wholesalers held its 43rd annual meeting and expo in kansas city, mo. The new gun retains the same size specifications of the allblack model, making it instantly compatible with the large number of holsters and accessories already on the market for the fns9 compact. Colt cobra the return of the doubleaction revolver to the colt line might be the most anticipated event of the year. Theres nothing quite like a precision plinker pistol and a load of. Also included are 150 year celebrations over their umc ammo line. American rifleman march 2017 15 american rifleman march 2017 16 american rifleman march 2017 17 american rifleman march 2017 18 american rifleman march 2017 19 american rifleman march 2017 20 american rifleman march 2017 21 american rifleman march 2017 22. How ar15 became the most popular rifle in america cnn. Prs gas gun series kicks off this weekend in florida. The matches will be a two day format with 8 to 10 stages per day. The spectrum has a safe, long and smooth 79 pound trigger that offers a quick release common to a strikerfired system, and comes in. While remington is celebrating its 200th anniversary, it certainly is not exactly sitting on its proverbial laurels.
The precision rifle series prs for tactical bolt guns has become hugely popular. Theyre fun to shoot and good weapons to master in case of heaven forbid the need for it selfdefense reasons. The cheap plastic receiver only makes it less desirable. Table of contents for the digital edition of american rifleman march 2017 contents american rifleman march 2017 cw1. The new cobra is a worthy successor to the classic line of wheelguns. Oct 19, 2016 its time to crack open the complete book of guns 2017 buyers guide once again. Brownings new buck mark pistols for 2017 gun digest. Dec 31, 2017 a couple of these debuted at shotshow 2017 and a couple a few months before shot show 2018. Best new rifles of 2017 more new guns debuted at the 2017 shot show than any other in recent memory. Slated to be aired on netflix late in 2017, our fathers guns is a profirearms series that is designed to entertain and educate the viewing audience.
Fns9 compact fde adding to its popular line of strikerfired pistols, fn announced a new version of the fns9 compact with a flat dark earth fde frame and a colormatched, pvdcoated slide. Whether you are new to americas most popular rifle, or a longtime user who questions some of the wives tales and urban myths surrounding the ar 15, gunsmith and author patrick sweeney lays out all the detail you need to select and maintain your rifle. American gunsmithing institute announces limited time christmas in july sale ammoland inc. Trinidad campus 600 prospect st trinidad, co 81082 1. Capitalizing on that success, the prs has approved a new gas gun series for semiauto rifles such as ar15s and ar10s. In my second chart below with 10 new for 2017 9mm pistols, you see certain specs andor features which you may want, e. Heres a look at the new buck marks heading your way.
For generations, sun worshippers and sportsmen have flocked to the gulf coasts sugar sands, barrier islands, wild marshes, and grassy flats for tranquility and. And 2017 is no different, with the utahbased gun company rattling off eight new models of what many consider rimfire pistol perfection. Together with our more than five million members, were proud defenders of historys patriots and diligent protectors of the second amendment. Written by master gunsmith and noted ar 15 expert patrick sweeney, gunsmithing. Download your free storm tactical printable target pack. So they put up a small tent and allow 1 ammo dealer arrogant steve from ny and sometimes a reloading supply vendor under the tent. With the annual las vegas shot show underway this week, remington has made a bevy of announcements of new guns, rifles, a shotgun series, and several handguns. Prior to the introduction of prs, longrange competitors were limited to traditional high power rifle and fclass competition. American gunsmithing institute announces limited time. From nomenclature to fieldstripping, and keeping an ar functioning at its peak no matter how harsh the environment or demands, sweeney gets. I had to double check the date to make sure it was a recent article. Based on data collected from auctions, gun shows and retail gun shops, this 1,328page volume is an affordable field.
We carry a variety of tools that you might need for your ar, including punch kits, gas blocks, and more from brands you trust like guntec, wheeler engineering, and magpul industries. Ar 15 gunsmithing tools for sale midsouth shooters. Shooting illustrated new concealed carry guns for 2017. Patrick sweeney is a certified master gunsmith and armorer instructor for police departments nationwide. The new years hottest pistols, straight from the countrys biggest gun show. A buyers premium will be added to this bid if it is successful. This show allows distributors and a few gun writers to get an early gander at the products gun companies are planning to launch soon. If anything was made clear, it is that the panic buying of ars is done and that the crossover appeal of the tactical and hunting markets continues to grow. He teaches law enforcement classes on the patrol rifle, and gunsmithing the ar15. Its time to crack open the complete book of guns 2017 buyers guide once again. Ruger polled law enforcement and military trainers throughout the country to select the form, function and features of the ruger american pistol.
If you look to the right or farther up if you are on a mobile device, you will see a general table of contents to help you quickly get to. That aside, here are several options to choose from. Our fathers guns new series on netflix has started. Based on data collected from auctions, gun shows and retail gun shops, this 1,328page volume is an. Over the past few years, there has been a shift in the shooting community from classic to tactical firearms. Gunsmithing doesnt change with time, but the type of guns do.
February 14th, 2017 prs gas gun series kicks off this weekend in florida. Discussion in general gun discussions started by jhb, nov 17, 2016. More new guns debuted at the 2017 shot show than any other in recent memory. Feb 14, 2017 february 14th, 2017 prs gas gun series kicks off this weekend in florida. Ducks unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist phil bourjaily talks about important steps to take after bringing a new gun home from the store. Patrick sweeney has 89 books on goodreads with 2277 ratings. Books by patrick sweeney author of gunsmithing the ar15. The type of firearm grandpa used to put dinner on the table with has fallen out of favor as much as i like my ar 15 predator hunting rifle, i appreciate the plain firearm with no rails, lights, or anything else. Whether youre a professional gunsmith or an enthusiastic amateur, youll find everything you need to know to keep your ar perking in gunsmithing the ar15. The ar 15 is your onestop guide to repairing, maintaining and modifying.
I buy books and notes from gunsmiths retiring or going out of business i dont think you can ever get enough. The primary ar 15 groups upper receiver assembly, lower receiver assembly, and bolt carrier group are broken down into their component assemblies to provide every detail in the ar 15. Its simple, onebutton takedown allows for quick and easy fieldstripping and muzzle cleaning. Welcome to the 2017 shot show news coverage page your source for all of the information about new guns and other gear, plus details on how to attend the event. What will be the format of the 2017 prs gas gun series matches. New handguns from the 2017 shot show guns and shooting. Whether youre a professional gunsmith or just an interested amateur, youll find everything you need to know about keeping your ar perking in gunsmithing. The saint is a new addition to springfields ar 15 line and claims to be a big refinement of the ar 15 form. Nra summer gunsmithing trinidad state junior college. Patrick sweeneys most popular book is gunsmithing the ar 15.
The resultant pistol combines a recoilreducing barrel cam which better spreads recoil over time with a lowmass slide, low center of gravity and a lowbore axis to provide better balance, less felt. Just about every outdoorsman i know enjoys shooting guns especially handguns. Weve already presented you with a selection of hardhitting semiauto rifles and reliable sidebyside and overunder double barrel shotguns, now were setting our sights on semiauto pistols. Posted on july 7, 2014 february 21, 2015 by laura burgess save up to 25% on many popular agi dvd. New revolvers for 2017 originally posted by txdmerc73 gp100 is pretty hefty to carry, weighs almost as much as a full sized 1911, sp101 is a little bit lighter but not by much. Written by master gunsmith and bestselling firearms author patrick sweeney, gunsmithing the ar15 is your onestop guide to repairing, maintaining and modifying americas favorite rifle. Prs gas gun series kicks off this weekend in florida daily. The ruger mark iv has many distinct features that allow it to stand out. As october rolled to an end this year, the national association of sporting goods wholesalers nasgw held its 43rd annual meeting and expo in kansas city, mo.
With its snazzy, twotone finish and upgraded grips, this is one. Ar15 style rifles have been used in some of the most notorious mass killings in recent history. Jul 07, 2014 american gunsmithing institute announces limited time christmas in july sale ammoland inc. An illustrated, stepbystep guide to assembling the ar 15 rifle by rob reaser mar 14, 2016 4. In this sense, the book is a bit outdated, but the different projects are well explained, and it seems to me that this edition has more pictorial elements. Nmlra gunsmithing seminar and workshop at western kentucky.
A couple of these debuted at shotshow 2017 and a couple a few months before shot show 2018. For the casual shooter or firsttime owner to the advanced practitioner, patrick sweeney teaches you how to remove, replace, maintain and upgrade every single part on your ar 15 rifle with gunsmithing the ar15. For 2017, cz has chambered its light and handy 527 american in 6. American rifleman august 2017 cw1 august 2017 the worlds oldest and largest firearm authority why dana loesch chose nra carry guard and you should, too official journal of the national rifle association americanrifleman. The apx was the centerpiece of the beretta tactical summit 2. The upper receiver tilts up and off of the grip frame with the push of a button, the construction of the internal cylindrical bolt ensures permanent sight to barrel alignment to improve accuracy, and its sighting system even. The taurus spectrum is the first semiautomatic pistol equipped with softtouch panels seamlessly integrated into the grip and slide. Sunrays choices are very good the gunsmith kinks show lots of fixtures and tricks used by gunsmiths to handle lots of common problems. One of the most prominent feature to this collection is the countless option of color combinations to choose from.
In this sense, the book is a bit outdated, but the different projects are well explained, and it seems to. The national rifle association is americas longeststanding civil rights organization. In case youve been living under a rock or maybe in your nuclear shelter, heres a wrapup of the notable new guns we saw roll out from manufacturers in 2017. No more than 50 percent of the stages can be unlimited round count and 25 percent of the targets must be 2 moa or smaller. Back in the 1980s, browning captured a good share of this market with the introduction of its buck mark pistol. Ar 15 gunsmithing tools its important to have the right gunsmithing tools when it comes to your ar 15 and we understand that here at midsouth shooters. If you look to the right or farther up if you are on a mobile device, you will see a general table of contents to help you quickly get to the information you want. For generations, sun worshippers and sportsmen have flocked to the gulf coasts sugar sands, barrier islands, wild marshes, and grassy flats for tranquility and adventure. Wondering how to convert the safety on a remington 870 from right hand to left hand. Zediker book helps with buildyouown ar15 projects daily. The scoring will be overall time plus penalties with the winner being the shooter with the fastest time including all.
The 10round semiautomatic, blowback handgun had a way of finding the mark again and again, making it ideal for rimfire target competitions, weekend shooting fun and sending varmints to the great. Our fathers guns new series on netflix has started production. The ar 15 rifle builders manual is the fully illustrated stepbystep guide to building the ar 15 style rifle. Big e stupid rules, they disallow any ammo, powder or primers from inside their building during the gunshows. More than just a stepbystep manual, this insiders guidebook is chock full of insights on how to change or replace worn, broken or obsolete partstruly the must. Jan 31, 2017 more new guns debuted at the 2017 shot show than any other in recent memory. Prs competition is gaining steam, and the introduction of the gas gun series for 2017 will add fuel to the fire. The 2017 prs gas gun series opener will be at core shooting solutions in baker, fl, on february 1719. Manufacturers instructions with drawing can be found on page 711 of the encyclopedia of modern firearms by bob brownell. This little cartridge is a perfectly viable option for whitetailsized game with hornadys sst load pushing a 123grain bullet at over 2500 feet per second. He is author of many gun digest books, inculding gun. Colt designed the gun with a new linear leaf spring for a consistent trigger pull. Browning 1911 380 black label medallion pro what might be the most shootable.
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