The German “Maschinenpistole 5,” or MP5 as it is commonly called, is an iconic weapon that has seen use on virtually all continents over the past fifty years. If you’re a fan of cop movies, action flicks, or you’ve seen real action as a member of an armed forces unit, odds are that the profile…
What’s your plan for the rest of the summer? Put away the remote, hop in the car, and visit your local shooting range for some serious high-adrenaline fun and a unique, memorable experience. Here are a few reasons why your summertime fun should include a visit to the shooting range: GET SOCIAL Shooting can be…
HISTORY OF THE M48 Following World War II, Yugoslavia and the rest of Eastern Europe prepared itself under the new Communist regime for WWIII. During this time, Yugoslavia didn’t have access to an overflow of cash, so old M24s were refurbished with new barrels and then, stamped with the Yugoslavian crest. The “new” cost-effective rifles,…
Ensuring that your trip to the gun range goes as smoothly as possible means toting along the right items every time. While everyone’s shooting range bag will look a little different than the next, there are a few key components that should be brought along to guarantee a safe and enjoyable shooting experience for all. Here are…
One of the benefits of visiting a full-service gun range in Las Vegas is that you’ll get to try out so many incredible weapons. From the blistering action of the classic M4 carbine, rapid-fire fun of a 9mm pistol, or the resounding thump of a 12-gauge buckshot load, you’ll have the opportunity to sample a variety of…
When assembling a report of the most accurate weapons, namely those used for sharpshooting, you’d think that five heavy-barreled, bolt-action rifles would flush out the list. While bolt-action rifles are generally considered to house the most accurate fundamental gun design, skilled marksmen throughout history have proven that accuracy is only partially attributable to the machine. The shooter…
Dating all the way back to establishment of the NRA in 1871, skilled marksmanship throughout history has made continual strides and advancements. Today, new rifle and pistol technologies combined with advanced shooting techniques have enabled some skilled shooters to reach new heights of accuracy at ranges far beyond what was believable just 10 or 15 years ago….
There is a small fraction of the shooting public that enjoys the process of cleaning a gun. For some it is therapeutic – possibly stress-reducing even. But for the majority of us, cleaning a firearm is something that we have to do to ensure the safe and accurate functioning of our prized weapons the next…
Sharpshooting remains an essential aspect of military operations, but has gained popularity as a recreational sport throughout history. Starting with the establishment of the National Rifle Association in 1871 and advancing as an event in the first modern Olympics, sharpshooters have continued to refine their craft for more impressive performances. This infographic, Skilled Marksmanship in History walks…
Responsible gun owners will have purchased a gun safe long before their first firearm ever made its way home. An essential facet of gun safety is the safe storage of our firearms, but there is more to purchasing a gun safe than simply finding the heaviest box that you can bolt to the floor. Read…
