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The winners of the 2024 Shooting Illustrated Golden Bullseye Awards have been announced. The Golden Bullseye Awards recognize the firearm industry's top products as voted on by NRA Publications' staff editors. "Last year was one of massive new product introductions from the recreational shooting sports industry," said NRA Publications' Executive Director Doug Hamlin. "As a result, the NRA Publications editorial staff had some tough decisions to make to identify the best all new products." Read More
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The BOSS Xe is a compact, ergonomic, flexible laser aiming sighting system that is ideal for short barrel weapon platforms. The multi-function attributes are focused on minimizing engagement times while providing optimal target acquisition and overall mission success. Read More
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One of the frequent thought experiments bandied about whenever firearm enthusiasts are chatting is the "What if you could only have one ..." question. Here in America, we have the bulwark of the Second Amendment; you can own as many guns as you'd like (or can afford, at least), and so it's usually an abstract question presented along the lines of "If you could only have one rifle ..." or "If you could only have one handgun ..." Read More
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Shooters love having their cake and eating it too, which is why double-stack 1911 pistols (colloquially known as 2011s) are so loved. These guns are so beloved because they preserve the 1911's pointability, shootability and legendary trigger, while also addressing one of the 1911's biggest perceived shortcomings: magazine capacity. Read More
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In the world of polymer-frame pistols, the Heckler and Koch USP 45 seems like old news. The first HK USP models started shipping in 1993, and the .45 ACP version made its debut in 1995. Development on the Universal Self-Loading Pistol (USP) family first started in 1989 with the original design built around the .40S&W cartridge. Read More
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It's been well more than a decade since I wrote the first installment of this column. In it, I discussed the differences between a reloader and a handloader. I've referenced these distinctions over the years, but I thought revisiting this topic—for what is now a new generation of readers—would be a good idea. Read More
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While the term "unleaded" is most often used when referencing gasoline, I appreciate your concerns and questions about the ammunition that you wish to use in your rifle and your pistol. In defining some of the terms that you have discovered, it is best to know that in so-called standard "leaded" ammunition, there is the potential of the presence of lead and other heavy metals in the priming mixture as well as the projectile itself. Read More
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When it comes to shooting sports, ensuring the safety of your eyes is paramount. Premium ballistic eye protection shields your eyes from potential hazards and enhances your overall shooting experience. You only have one set of eyes, so protecting them is critical. Read More
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A question came up on the range, "How do I move my handgun when I'm transitioning between multiple targets?" A quick explanation turned into a deeper exploration of how the perceived circumstances you're facing at the moment determine the handgun's movement before the shot is pressed. Read More
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When it comes to sending fast and accurate rounds downrange, the bottom line is to hit what you're aiming at in a timely manner. However, when placed under the demand of exceptional speed, specific fire-control elements come into play. Once they are identified and isolated, these subcomponents—when refined—can be integrated back into your fire-control matrix to significantly enhance your shooting performance. Read More
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Recently, a fellow who has a number of very nice handguns suitable for personal defense made the statement that he uses a rather inexpensive handgun for daily carry. His argument is that if he is involved in a defensive shooting, his gun will be confiscated as evidence and he might very well never get it back. Read More
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There's more to the modern firearm world than just defensive pistols. The AR-15 and other rifles are a fun way to spend a day at the range, and they also work well for home defense and competing in a variety of different shooting sports. Read More
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Including two optics-ready versions of the popular 940 JM Pro shotgun. Read More
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The Kel-Tec SUB2000 has set the standard for easy to carry, easy to shoot 9mm carbines. With t's unique capabilities to fold in half and use industry standard magazines, the SUB20000 is ideal for use when your defensive pistol needs a helping hand. Now, Kel-Tec is coming out with a new model of this popular carbine, the 9mm SUB2000 Gen3. Read More
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