What to Consider When Buying a Rifle Scope
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Wednesday, 23 July 2014
Feds overhaul gun laws with new 'common sense' firearms act
Feds overhaul gun laws with new 'common sense' firearms act
http://www.sunnewsnetwork.ca/sunnews/politics/archives/2014/07/20140723-125833.html
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Tuesday, 22 July 2014
Tap Rack Training Aid - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Tap Rack Training Aid - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Posted Shooting Accessories by Richard Johnson
See more at: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/07/22/tap-rack-training-aid/#sthash.YMPto1TO.dpuf
Bill Rogers of the Rogers Shooting School is now selling a product designed to assist with dry fire and malfunction drill training. The Tap Rack Training Aid loads into the top of a pistol magazine and prevents the follower from engaging the slide stop. - See more at: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/07/22/tap-rack-training-aid/#sthash.YMPto1TO.dpuf
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Sunday, 20 July 2014
Springfield Armory M1A Custom - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Springfield Armory M1A Custom - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
A shortened Springfield Armory M1A with a Sage EBR (Enhanced Battle Rifle) chassis installed. Considered the modernization of the M14 platform, the EBR has been fielded in Afghanistan and Iraq. Some people can’t get over the appearance; preferring the classic wood or even polymer silhouette of the original M14 stock.
C.T. http://gunrunnerhell.tumblr.com/post/69970171301
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Friday, 18 July 2014
Winchester 1894 - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Winchester 1894 - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Winchester Model 1894 (also known as Winchester 94 or Win 94) is a lever-action rifle which became one of the most famous and popular hunting rifles. It was designed by John Browning in 1894 and originally chambered to fire two metallic black powder cartridges, the .32-40 Winchester and .38-55 Winchester. It was the first rifle to chamber the smokeless powder round, the .30 WCF (Winchester Center Fire}. This round was later chambered by Marlin which designated it the .30-30, which used the black powder cartridge nomenclature of using the caliber as the first number and the grains of powder as the second. Marlin used this nomenclature in order not to promote its competitor's products. The .30-30 name finally became synonymous with the cartridge and Winchester ultimately dropped the .30 WCF nomenclature. The 1894 was produced by Winchester Repeating Arms Company through 1980 and then by U.S. Repeating Arms under the Winchester brand until they ceased to manufacture rifles in 2006. The rifles are back in production today, being made by the Miroku company of Japan and imported into the United States by the Browning Arms company of Morgan, Utah.
The Model 1894 has been referred to as the "ultimate lever-action design" by firearms historians such as R. L. Wilson and Hal Herring. The Model 1894 is the rifle credited with the name "Winchester" being used to refer to all rifles of this type and was the first commercial sporting rifle to sell over 7,000,000 units.
C.T. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Model_1894
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Tuesday, 15 July 2014
The short lived game of Wingo, - Silvercore Firearms Training
The short lived game of Wingo, - Silvercore Firearms Training
In the 1970’s Winchester invented a new game called Wingo, basically a shooting game which turned clay pigeon shooting into a carnival like indoor shooting game. The game consisted of ten shots where the shooter had to hit a small 4 inch diameter hollow ball of ice which was thrown toward the shooter by a special ice machine 50 or 75 feet away. Scoring was based on the accuracy and speed of hitting the target. The ice balls were ejected from one of five ports, and the opposing team could choose which port it was ejected from and how fast it was thrown. An automatic program was also created for solo players. The gun itself was a specially made lever action shotgun that fired .20 caliber shells. The reason for using .20 caliber shotshells instead of the more common .22 caliber shotshells was to ensure participants didn’t bring ammo from home, and thus were forced to buy the ammo from Winchester at a Wingo facility. To ensure the safety of participants, the gun was permanently attached to a shooting bench preventing it being pointed at spectators, and the gun programmed to fire only when an ice ball was launched. In addition, the low powered .20 caliber shotshell produced little sound, protecting the hearing of participants. Only 20 Wingo .20 caliber shotguns were ever produced, making them rare collectibles today.
The sport of Wingo only lasted a year when in 1971 when Winchester opened a Wingo facility in San Diego, California. Winchester also formed teams and competitive leagues. Unfortunately due to its high cost of $1 per round ($6 dollars when adjusted for inflation), the high cost of .20 caliber shotshells of which Winchester only made in limited quantities, and its location in an area where that lacked popularity of shooting sports, the Wingo facility closed in less than a year. Winchester never attempted to resurrect the sport afterwords.
C.T. http://www.peashooter85.com/post/91897577111/the-short-lived-game-of-wingo-in-the-1970s
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Monday, 14 July 2014
AK-12 - Silvercore Firearms Training
AK-12 - Silvercore Firearms Training
The Kalashnikov AK-12 (formerly АK-200) is the newest derivative of the Soviet/Russian AK-47 series of rifles and was proposed for possible general issue to the Russian Army. In late September 2013, the AK-12 was passed over by the Russian military.
The AK-12 uses the same gas-operated long-stroke piston system of previous Kalashnikov rifles, but many features are radically different from other guns in its family. The light version has the ability to change calibers by swapping barrels. The standard caliber is 5.45×39mm and can be changed to 7.62×39mm and 5.56×45mm. Other intermediate calibers are expected. The heavy version will fire the larger 7.62×51mm NATO cartridge. It is fed through standard AK-74M 30-round magazines and can accept RPK-74 45-round magazines. The 7.62 Soviet-chambered version is compatible with AKM/RPK 30-round and 40-round magazines and 75-round drums. Magazines specifically for the AK-12 under development include a 30-round magazine with bolt-catch actuator, a 60-round quad-stack magazine, and a 95-round drum
C.T. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-12
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Thursday, 10 July 2014
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Wednesday, 9 July 2014
Artillery Luger - Silvercore Firearms Training
Artillery Luger - Silvercore Firearms Training
The Lange Pistole 08 (German: "Long Pistol 08") or Artillery Luger was a pistol carbine for use by German Army artillerymen as a sort of early Personal Defense Weapon. It had a 200 mm barrel, an 8-position tangent rear sight (calibrated to 800 metres) and a shoulder stock with holster. It was sometimes used with a 32-round drum magazine (Trommelmagazin 08). It was also available in various commercial carbine versions with yet longer barrels.
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Monday, 7 July 2014
The .22 Eargesplitten Loudenboomer - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
The .22 Eargesplitten Loudenboomer - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
"It was invented in the 1960s by P.O. Ackley to set a world record for firing bullets at over 5000 fps (1524 m/s). The round failed to reach the desired velocity, but reached 4600 fps with a 50 grain bullet and 105 grains of H570 powder. It is based on the .378 Weatherby Magnum cartridge case, necked down to .224 caliber.”
C.T. http://gunsgear.tumblr.com/post/88623151290/bolt-carrier-assembly-the-22-eargesplitten
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Sunday, 6 July 2014
Chiappa Rhino 60DS .357 Mag 6” - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Chiappa Rhino 60DS .357 Mag 6” - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Target Shooting version, featuring a new standard in competition. The new Chiappa Rhino has revolutionized the revolver with a patented design that tames the prehistoric characteristic that most revolvers possess. The new Chiappa Rhino barrel is aligned with the bottom most chamber which is the key component to Rhino's tame characteristics. The position of the barrel lowers the center of gravity and yields a centerline of the bore more in line with the shooter's arm allowing for the most natural "point ability" while engaging a target. This characteristic also drastically reduces both recoil and muzzle flip which insures subsequent shots to be on target faster than ever before. The reduction of the recoil allows for the use of ultra light alloys to be used in the construction of the Rhino minimizing any adverse effect. The flat sided cylinder design of the Rhino reduces the typical revolver profile allowing greater concealment. Featuring both double and single action characteristics, the single action is actuated by a hammer cocking device that engages the unexposed hammer to prepare to fire.
http://www.wolverinesupplies.com/details/16267/Chiappa-Rhino-60DS-357-Mag-6.aspx
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Saturday, 5 July 2014
Self-defense tips: Scare Tactics By Chris @ luckygunner.com- Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Self-defense tips: Scare Tactics By Chris @ luckygunner.com- Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Normally here on the Lounge, we talk about stuff like guns, shooting gear, and techniques. I like to share what I’ve learned about how to select the right gear and get the most out of your firearms for self-defense. On the other hand, I usually avoid the purely philosophical or strategy-based topics pertaining to personal protection because, frankly, it’s not quite as much fun to talk about and there are plenty of qualified experts out there sharing their knowledge on those topics. But today, I’m going to deviate from that path a bit to address a somewhat alarming trend that I’ve noticed in discussions both on and offline. I’m talking about the practice of relying on intimidation as a primary tactic for self-defense.
Intimidation and Scare Tactics are Not Plan A
The most common iteration of this concept is the old myth that a pump shotgun is the best home-defense tool because the sound of chambering a shell will scare away any intruder. A pump 12 gauge might be the right tool for the job, but the sound it makes is not among its most useful qualities. My favorite response to this mentality comes from another article in which the author says “Scary noises are not a good tactic for saving your life, just like a rape whistle will never replace a gun. Arrive to the fight ready to fight, not with a $500 scary-noise-making device.” Or put more succinctly by Travis Haley, “I don’t use a pump to scare somebody. I use a pump to shoot somebody.”
But this mentality of using “scary guns” to avoid a fight goes beyond the pump shotgun. I’ve also heard similar comments in relation to mean-looking muzzle brakes, bright muzzle flash, extra-loud magnum loads, laser sights, muzzle size of large bore pistols and rifles, bright flashlights, and hollow-point bullets visible in a revolver cylinder, among others.
It’s possible that any one of those things could sufficiently scare an attacker and persuade him to find something better to do. It’s also possible they could further provoke him. More likely however, the encounter will be over before he has a chance to notice some detail of your firearm or ammunition that was selected for its intimidating effect. If you actually have to shoot at the guy, he’s probably not taking note of the bright flash erupting from your barrel because, you know, the bullets might present a more pressing concern.
I understand the mentality. Believe me, I don’t want to be forced to shoot anyone either, and if I thought there was a reasonable expectation that making some sound or hanging the right accessory off my gun would be enough to avoid violence happening in my house, I’d be all for it. The problem is that although some of these scare tactics or “plans” may have a small chance of success, many of them have a 100% chance of making the gun less effective if you do have to use it. Then you’re stuck with a sub-optimal self-defense solution and a false sense of security.
Take the muzzle flash issue as an example. A few weeks ago, I wrote an article about how premium self-defense ammo has less muzzle flash in order to prevent the shooter from being blinded in a low light self-defense situation. A disturbing number of comments on our Facebook page completely dismissed the desire to reduce muzzle flash because “it’s more intimidating to someone on the other end.” Assuming these guys aren’t just trolls and actually believe this, then they’re essentially admitting that if faced with a choice, they’d rather bet their life on the intimidating effects of muzzle flash rather than their own ability to see what they’re shooting at.
For an even more extreme example, I once read an online discussion where a guy was quite sincerely trying to argue that a Mosin Nagant is a better home-defense weapon than an AR-15 because a bayonet at the end of a 7-foot long Soviet bolt gun will strike terror in the hearts of any criminal daft enough to trespass onto your property whereas the AR will just “blend into the shadows” and not be noticed.
Think it Through
I’m assuming you’re smart enough to spot some holes in that logic. And this article isn’t intended to persuade those who are so stubborn as to base their entire home-defense strategy on bravado and urban legend. The issue is that some of these self-defense “plans” don’t seem quite so ridiculous at first, especially to someone who’s new to the whole self-defense conversation. If that’s you, and you’re trying to discern whether it makes sense to pursue a particular tactic, technique, or piece of gear that has some supposed intimidating effects, here are a few questions to ask:
1. Does it improve your ability to fight?
The reason you have a home-defense gun is to defend yourself and your family from death or serious bodily injury. If you’re lucky, it’ll scare somebody away first, but if that’s all it was good for, you’d probably instead opt for a can of OC spray or a baseball bat or something that was actually useful in a fight. If some alleged improvement to your firearm or ammunition doesn’t actually improve your ability to use it effectively in a fight, then it’s probably unnecessary. On the other hand, some accessories that are occasionally promoted for their intimidating effects might actually be more helpful when they are instead used for their intended purpose like, for example, laser sights and flashlights. I have them because it’s much easier to shoot in low light with them than without them. If they happen to scare somebody, then great, but that’s not the primary reason I’ve invested in them and how to use them effectively.
2. Does it impede your ability to fight?
If the strategy or gear in question doesn’t actually help you fight better, is it hurting your effectiveness with your firearm? If I thought painting sharks on the side of my AR would scare away bad guys, I might do it. Doing so wouldn’t prevent me from using the AR just as effectively as before. As long as I’m not counting on my “improvements” to do the fighting for me, then at the very least, it’s probably not hurting anything.
3. Do the scare tactics pass the reality test?
Who’s suggesting it? Do they have a good reputation for providing reliable information about self-defense? Is their suggestion based on evidence or experience, or just the theory that it “might” scare somebody? Keep in mind that most people who routinely attack others or break into houses are not doing so because they have a track record for wise decision making. Something that might act as a deterrent to a rational person will not necessarily work the same way on a career scumbag or desperate addict. Think realistically about the desired outcome and just how likely it is versus the potential drawbacks of relying on your ability to be frightening to a hardened criminal.
There’s nothing wrong with hoping that you’ll be able to scare off an attacker to prevent a fight before it even starts, and fortunately, that happens fairly often. The best reports we have indicate that the majority of defensive gun uses don’t involve any shots fired. However, usually it’s the mere sight of any firearm or the fact that the potential victim is resisting that sends the bad guy looking for an easier target. There’s no indication that the type of gun or ammo or accessories used often factor into that decision making. But if the appearance of the gun doesn’t have the desired effect, scaring him away is off the table and you’ll want to have the best possible self-defense tool in your hand and the training and willpower to use it effectively. As the cliché goes, hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
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Friday, 4 July 2014
MORE MUSINGS ON MODIFYING THE MODERN POLYMER SERVICE PISTOL - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
MORE MUSINGS ON MODIFYING THE MODERN POLYMER SERVICE PISTOL - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
BY TIM LAU | POSTED ON 07/02/2014 | IN MODERN SERVICE PISTOLS
Disturbingly, Hilton and I are both hearing more and more about failures on the range or in classes of heavily modified polymer pistols. There are more and more “shops” coming out of the woodwork advertising customization and enhancement of Glocks and M&Ps and not all are created equal. Many commonly offer CNC machine work or grip texturing to improve the handling characteristics of the pistol. Some other shops offer “improved” fire control parts to lighten and or improve the feedback of the trigger. Unfortunately, most of the time, modification of the factory fire control parts ends up meaning a decrease in reliability and/or durability of the weapon.
My personal preference, based on tinkering with many aftermarket brands, usually involves sticking with the factory fire control parts. In the case of Glock, I will use a dot or minus connector with very light polish on working surfaces. In the case of an M&P, I make an exception and like the Apex sear, spring upgrades, and domed plunger. For a duty or defensive gun, I do not deviate from this formula. When going to a Glock or M&P, I have come to terms with the fact that I won’t ever achieve the crisp break and reset of a 1911 trigger, and the more you try to make a Glock trigger into a 1911, the more problems arise. Instead, I’ve simply learned to shoot the gun. Recently, I shot the FBI Bullseye Course and my score with a stock G17 trigger was 280, and with my customized duty 1911 it was 279.
There are more options than ever for customizing and personalizing your modern service pistol. If you decide to go this route, make sure you choose a reputable shop that specializes in reliable modifications in the context of duty or defensive applications. And be sure to use common sense and don’t buy into the hype of every brand new product. I recommend the following shops:
Boresight Solutions
ATEi Guns
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Tuesday, 1 July 2014
Happy Canada Day!!! - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
Happy Canada Day!!! - Silvercore Firearms Training BC
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