Please forgive the vanity, but I am relatively new to shooting handguns. Sort of inherited some ammo- Federal 38 Spc Hi-power. 158 grain lead bullet. Hate to sound stupid, but here's my question-is this ammo I should use at the range, or something I should use for home/self defense?
Post a CommentOlin Will Move Centerfire Ammo Production to Mississippi
November. 17th 2010
(GunReports.com) — Olin Corporation has announced that its Winchester Centerfire Operations and approximately 1,000 jobs will be relocated to Oxford, Mississippi. The company’s decision follows two failed ratification votes by members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, in which employees twice rejected a union proposal that would have allowed Centerfire Operations to remain in East Alton.
Post a CommentFiocchi Ammo – An Interview with Carlo Fiocchi
October. 20th 2010
The Godfather. The Sopranos. Pop culture’s presentation of Italian family businesses here in the US – particularly ones that somehow involve firearms – isn’t always flattering or glamorous. But is this presentation realistic? Or could the reality of a multi-generational Italian family business actually be better than the movies? Better yet, is there one that could even be called a true American success story? To answer those questions, the folks at LuckyGunner.com recently caught up with Carlo Fiocchi, a 4th generation Italian ammunition manufacturer. What we learned surprised us…and if you’ve watched either The Godfather or The Sopranos like we…
Post a CommentVideos on GunReports.com!
September. 23rd 2010
Check out several videos this week: A modern sporting rifle works for hunting, too, when you choose the right ammo. Gunsite Range Master Il Ling New breaks down the ‘ready position’ and how it will make you a more effective shooter. Learn how you can shoot accurately from unconventional real-world positions using Crimson Trace lasergrips and laser sights.
Post a CommentNRA National Firearms Museum To Open Robert E. Petersen Gallery October 2010
September. 23rd 2010
(GunReports.com) – The National Firearms Museum in Fairfax, Virginia, will open the Robert E. Petersen Gallery on October 8, 2010. The gallery was created by the donation of a firearms collection from Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Petersen.Considered one of the world’s most avid sportsmen, Mr. Petersen published a number of iconic American magazines including Hot Rod, Guns & Ammo, and Motor Trend.
Post a CommentAmmo/gun question
September. 16th 2010
I recently saw (and thought about) getting an SKS that would have come with (had I bought it) a bunch of Norinco 7.62X39 So my question is what is the best cleaning methods for dealing with ammo that has corrosive primers? Any FReeper experience/recommendations out there?
Post a CommentEPA Rejects Lead Ammo Ban Petition, But Anglers Aren’t Off the Hook
September. 7th 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency issued a press release August 27th announcing that it had rejected a petition filed by radical environmental groups to have lead ammunition banned under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
Post a CommentEPA Rejects Lead Ammo Ban Petition, But Anglers Aren’t Off the Hook
September. 7th 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency issued a press release August 27th announcing that it had rejected a petition filed by radical environmental groups to have lead ammunition banned under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
Post a CommentGRN – West Coast Episode – 034
September. 1st 2010
Show Notes:
Gunowners Celebrate New Gun Law
Ammo Sales Bill (AB2358) Heads Back to Senate Floor
Shooting Over Trailer Theft Fuels Immigration Debate
Girl loads rifle to spook burglars
Sheriff appeals ruling on handgun license denial
Mayor proposes 5 laws to curb gang shootings
Provo company takes aim at Chicago’s shooting-range ban
California News from Jerome:
Police investigation finds East Palo Alto detective’s Facebook posts were ‘inappropriate’
Open Carry event educates without any problems
California Compliant Kel Tec Sub 2000
Post a CommentEPA Denies Ammo Ban Petition
August. 30th 2010
Responding to a grassroots outcry from gun owners, the Environmental Protection Agency today announced that it has denied a petition by the Center for Biological Diversity and other radical groups that had sought to ban the use of lead in ammunition.
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