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    Decent solar/AC/dynamo emergency radio?

    I don't know if this will stay open or not.Anyone able to recommend a decent solar/dynamo/AC powered radio that costs less than $75.00? I'd prefer an AM/FM/Shortwave but am open to suggestions.Radio performance is crucial,I just received a Kaito KA-011 a few days ago from Amazon & its going...
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    So much for Colts supposed 1911 superiority!

    This link just shows how stupid our government is and details the critical failures suffered by numerous Colt 1911's during recent evaluations. :( http://www.guns.com/marines-colt-rail-gun-failures-damage-cracked-frames-slides-spring-plugs-10420.html I doubt that my Taurus or Shooters Arms...
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    New Russian service pistol....

    Looks like its a done deal.Apparently it will also be coming to the good ole USA in one of its flavors.Slide looks Glocky to me. ;) http://www.guns.com/russia-adopts-arsenal-strizh-pistol-to-replace-makarov-pm-9056.html :D
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    The good ole S&W M1940.......

    Heres one you probably dont know much about.I'd never even heard of it until I read this article.Wonder how many survive to this day.??? :) http://www.forgottenweapons.com/wp-content/uploads/SW1940/Smith%20and%20Wesson%20Light%20Rifle%20review%20%28GunFacts%29.pdf
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    If you have a safe with a Dri-Rod in it.....

    plug an LED (Dollar Tree frequently has them) nightlight into the upper plug and the Dri-Rod (or whatever brand you choose) into the lower plug so you can tell at a quick glance whether or not the rod is receiving power.I had a faulty plug that has since been fixed that could have caused me big...
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    Walther G22......&

    reasons not to get it! I don't know how Walther gets away with charging premium $$$ for generally inferior products. :confused: Anyway..... http://www.guns.com/gun-review-walther-g22-7895.html
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    $30.00, 3-day tactical packs,which one...

    of these two? :) http://www.opticsplanet.net/opmod-tactical-back-pack.html or http://www.lapolicegear.com/diplomat-3-day-backpack1.html
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    Which of these two scopes for the long haul.....

    http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=BH733948B&src=tpCtgOp Or http://www.natchezss.com/product.cfm?contentID=productDetail&prodID=SN800053&src=tpCtgOp No interest in Zeiss,Nikon,Nitrex,Leupold,Konus,etc. Primary use would be on bolt action rifle in .223,.308 or 30-06
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    US Army Awards M4/M4A1 Contract to Remington

    The US Army Ends Colt Contract, Buys Remington M4s This is an interesing article on the Army M4 contract.The Army plans on spending a little over $670.00 per rifle.Kinda makes you sick when you see how much some civilian AR's cost. :mad: "This is also a boon for Remington which has been...
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    Sad about .327 Federal mag......

    Just got the new Natchezss.com catalog and couldnt find any ammo being sold in .327 Federal magnum I wanted a revolver in this round.I wanted this round to succeed.Out of a 3" barrel,its quite impressive but I'd apparently be a fool to get one now unless I scoured the internet for enough ammo to...
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    Crazy Russian Armorer Makes Working Mouse-Scale Guns

    You've got to see the amazing detail of these miniature guns.Each gun takes about 8 months to create.I would go nuts trying to do this. :) http://www.guns.com/crazy-russian-armorer-makes-working-mouse-scale-guns.html
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    Heres a pretty decent scope for under $100.00

    The Pentax Gameseekers have a reputation as being a pretty decent,reliable scope for the money,and even though many here will immediately declare them to be garbage due to their Chinese manufacturing others who need a scope and don't want to pay a small fortune may be interested. :)...
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    Neat idea for an AR scope...

    This one kinda covers all the bases for an AR scope except for a variable power range.Looks cool,but I have no idea how good the brand is. :) http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=950925&ecid=e209d&utm_source=internal&utm_medium=email&************=e209d&em_id=tropicalz@yahoo.com
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    U.S.Marines readopting the 1911

    Not a drive by,just a relative link. Looks like a lot of 1911 fans will be overjoyed about this latest news.Read about the pieced together 1911's some have used for a while now. :) http://www.guns.com/the-marines-to-decide-on-a-1911-for-service.html
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    Tank graveyards around the world....

    There has to be a place for these fascinating pictures.What is a tank,but a big gun? :) http://www.environmentalgraffiti.com/beaten-track/news-most-incredible-tank-graveyards
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    Never sure where to post scope threads....

    The Art of the Rifle......General Discussion........Gear and accessories....:confused:
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    Any info on this sweet scope?

    http://www.eabco.com/store/products/Brown_97D_Riflescope_4_12X40mm_PA_Matte_Black-1170-8.html Sounds really nice,but I'm not aware of any real world use. :)
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    Great article on building your own AR...

    Not that I intend to do it anytime soon,but thought this may help others. :) http://www.guns.com/bargain-hunting-complete-your-own-ar-stripped-lower.html I love this part "First up, you probably want to know who makes a good stripped lower. There are quite a few brands out there and we have...
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    Concerned about lethality of .223/5.56

    Was watching a show several days ago on the Military channel where a guy was talking about how ineffective 5.56 was and has been on adversaries in Somalia and Afghanistan and it got me thinking that my whole "coming chaos" strategy is extremely flawed.If I'm going to have to hit someone rushing...
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    The Myth of Barrel Length and Velocity Loss

    Best article I've seen on barrel length and velocity.I've always felt that 22" wasn't the best barrel length for my 30.06,but apparently it doesn't really matter. http://www.guns.com/the-myth-of-barrel-length-and-velocity-loss.html
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