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Jul 24, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Jack Oller |Rikk Rambo |Michelle Hamilton |Todd Jaderborg
On the cover - BCM's RECCE Rifle: Not all AR-15 rifles are created equal, some are definitely better than others. If you are looking for an AR for personal protection, you not only want a rifle which is accurate and reliable, but you want one which gives you an edge. In the case of Bravo Company’s Recce-16 KMR-A MK2, not only is it very well made from high quality materials but it has actual improvements to the basic design. Or, so I was told.
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Jul 2, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Patrick Sweeney |James Tarr |David Fortier |Michelle Hamilton
On the cover: SIG Sauer's MCX Regulator Rifle By Patrick SweeneyThere are people who live in states where some particular firearm details are not permitted. I know, I know, but there it is. (One such person I know is the fourth gen- eration of six on the family farm. He and the family can’t move the farm, so he stays.) What to do? Simple: ring up SIG SAUER and get an MCX Regulator. Regulator? Yes, the SIG that looks like a ranch rifle.
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May 8, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. The ArmaLite AR-180 and AR-18, a semi-automatic sporter and selective-fire assault rifle variation of Eugene Stoner and ArmaLite’s later production rifles. Designed in 1963 by Sullivan, Stoner, Dorchester and Miller, the AR-18 was designed as a “cost effective” combat rifle, being cheaper to produce than the Colt M16.
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Apr 23, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
A relative newcomer to the optics world is Swampfox Optics. Swampfox Optics has made (and is making) quite a splash in the affordable optics market, offering several practical and tactical optics from higher powered rifle scopes to lower powered/variable powered optics for tactical applications, red dots and prism sights. All their optics have received acceptable reviews and are generally well received across the board.
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Mar 18, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. The AR pattern rifle, colloquially known as the “AR-15.” Everybody and their brother makes this style rifle, and even more people “build” or assemble their rifle themselves. At this point in time, it seems almost a sport in and of itself to do so.
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Feb 10, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. While it is impossible to deny the brute power and severe terminal damage caused by Buckshot or a Foster slug; the 12 gauge shotgun isn't the "perfect weapon" for defending a home as many are lead to believe. The traditional shotgun used or kept for home defense typically fall into three categories.
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Feb 9, 2024 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. “All AR-15s are the same.” A sentiment commonly followed by either a sarcastic “bro” or the unfortunate lack of knowledge found in some users. So, are all AR-15 rifles the same? That is a resounding no and this rifle is physical proof of that. This is the LaRue Tactical “Black and Tan” series of rifles from the famed LaRue Tactical of Leander Texas.
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Nov 14, 2023 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. Nightforce needs little introduction, as they have a stellar track record for not only quality, but also clarity of glass, premium features and durability. So, as a current owner of two NXSs and an SHV, I was excited to see and try a member of the NX8 line of rifle scopes. The model I selected being the Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50mm F1.
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Aug 4, 2023 | 
rgj.com | Michelle Hamilton
Michelle HamiltonReno Gazette JournalThis opinion column was submitted by Michelle Hamilton, the Nevada state co-coordinator for Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Gov. Lombardo’s executive order dated March 21 defines Nevada’s energy objectives. The focus is on “developing and maintaining a diverse energy supply portfolio” while “utilizing a balanced approach to electric and natural gas energy supply and transportation fuels.”What should be part of Nevada’s diverse energy supply portfolio?
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Jun 14, 2023 | 
firearmsnews.com | Michelle Hamilton
The .40 caliber was an answer to a question that was quickly answered, and the answer is not .40 S&W. Plain and simple. Modern projectile technology solved a lot of issues formerly experienced with older duty caliber handgun loads, and has improved terminal performance overall. Once ammunition manufacturers started understanding the basic formula for designing reliable expanding handgun bullets, the caliber debate among duty calibers ultimately died.
