Guns Magazine articles from February 2004

Guns Magazine archives from February 2004

Letter of the month.(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... Dear John Taffin-- I have never read anyone else's articles that stir such a range of emotions as your writings. Your articles are the first I turn to when my GUNS magazine comes in. My wife can't figure why sometimes I get a tear in...

What's that holster?(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I have subscribed for more years than I can remember and still love the magazine. I am curious about the holster pictured with the beautiful Kimber Tactical Custom in the December issue. I would like to know who made it and how to contact them....

SureFire's a sure bet.(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... At a recent outdoor/gun show I purchased a SureFire G2 from a dealer I've done business with for several years. When I got home I opened the package, read the literature, installed the batteries and.... nothing! The light didn't work. ...

Wishing once again.(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... A couple of suggestions for your "wish lists." 1) The Browning Models 1886 and 71 in .450 and .50 Alaskan calibers. 2) A quality, American-made scope in 8x56 fixed and 1.5-6x42 variable at a reasonable price (30mm barrel would be...

Ruger is okay by me.(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... As an owner of a Ruger P89, I enjoyed reading Glenn Barnes' article in the January '04 issue of GUNS. He said something I have suspected for several years now. I suspected that Ruger made good handguns, and they may not be given the respect...

Praise where deserved.(Crossfire: letters to guns)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I have several Benchmade Griptilian knives that see a lot of abuse. I recently broke one of the handles on a knife by abusing it. I sent the broken knife and one other knife back for Benchmade's LifeSharp service to be sharpened with a check...

14 tips to better sporting clays.(Shotgunner)
February 1, 2004... Next to attending a shooting school where a little hands-on coaching can eliminate your faults and help you refine your shooting, nothing else comes close to the benefits of modern instructional videos. The field of shotgun videos is pretty...

Stuck case removal.(Handloader)
February 1, 2004... I don't know whether it's old age or just a string of brain fades, but I just did something I've only done once before in all these years. I stuck a case in a sizing die. Boy did I ever. I'm working with a lovely Cooper .22-250 right now...

As the world turns.(Ranging Shots)
February 1, 2004... In the Nov/Dec issue of GUNS' sister publication American Handgunner I wrote a column attesting to the fact that rifles are better for fighting than handguns. They are. There were a few folks who didn't read the article or who manipulated it to...

RCBS APS hand priming tool.(Quartermaster)
February 1, 2004... Handloading is a relaxing and enjoyable hobby. Each aspect of reloading is fun, but my favorite step in the loading process has always been priming. I grab a large bucket of brass, pop in my favorite John Wayne western, (The Shootist) plop down...

Burris handgun optics.(Quartermaster)
February 1, 2004... "You can't hit what you can't see," is a wise old adage that serious handgun hunters should take to heart. How many times have you watched helplessly as your iron sights magically dissolved in front of your eyes as sunlight slowly faded into...

Galco S.A.O. holster.(Quartermaster)
February 1, 2004... Having a hard time finding a quality leather field scabbard for your pet single action six-gun? Unless you prefer to 'pack heat" in a traditional western style holster, your options are limited. Galco, a name long associated with producing fine...

Refurbishing by Smith & Wesson.(Handguns)
February 1, 2004... S&W's Performance Center, in addition to building their own exotic handguns, will now give new life to yours. Smith & Wesson announced in January 2003 a new program in which a customer could send in his or her S&W for refurbishing up to,...

Return of the old favorite ... almost.
February 1, 2004... Shooters are different. Golfers admire antique clubs. But they don't use them. Fisherman collect 19th century tackle. But their poles are graced with state of the art reels. Shooters, on the other hand, not only admire guns of the past. They...

A D-I-Y hunting knife.
February 1, 2004... A couple of months ago I was prowling through the local gun show looking for something rare and exotic (and cheap), when I spotted Mike, a talented local knifemaker whose work I've admired. He Offered me a chair behind his table and we spent an...

Life before .22: the .17 HMR is a wimp-try the .17 Remington or the .19 Calhoon.
February 1, 2004... We're a faddish lot.I predict the current rage over the wee .17 HMR will run its course, but it will have awakened a renewed interest in the sub-caliber bores. The sub-caliber bores--any caliber below .22-consist of a fascinating assortment of...

The Remington Lee.(Rifleman)
February 1, 2004... The Remington-Lee 1899 sporting rifle pictured here was originally purchased by a Lutheran minister around 1900. It retailed for $25, a lot of money at a time when typical wages were $2.50 a day. Every spring this minister would leave his...

The very, very special special.
February 1, 2004... "YOU'RE SURE AN OPINIONATED S.O.B." read(in sentence in an e-mail I received recently. And you know what? That fellow was right, I am. And frankly, anyone who hasn't formed an opinion or two in his time either hasn't experienced much or hasn't...

The browning hi-power today: dominant high-capacity pistol no longer, the hi-power offers other virtues.
February 1, 2004... In November of 1926, John Moses Browning dropped dead while working in his office at Fabrique Nationale headquarters in Herstal, Belgium. The project in front of him when he collapsed was the finalization of his Superposed shotgun, but if you...

Tang sights.
February 1, 2004... If you look at old lever action Winchester and Marlin rifles you'll almost always see an extra hole in the tang. Sometimes there's a filler screw in there, but more often it's just a threaded hole. It was there to permit easy installation of a...

Rudger's old army.
February 1, 2004... The percussion revolver era lasted basically from the advent of the first successful revolver, Sam Colt's 1836 Paterson, to the Colt 1861 Navy and late model Remingtons. Legendary sixguns such as the Colt Walker, Dragoon. 1851 Navy and 1860...

The joy of woodsbumming.
February 1, 2004... Is it better than waltzing into your favorite firearms emporium, pockets bulging with expendable cash and finding that one special handgun you've spent years searching for in the counter on sale? Not quite, but darn close. How about finding...

NASGW report.
February 1, 2004... The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers is the place to learn what's new in the shooting trade. Many manufacturers hold their cards close to the vest and won't show new products until the SHOT Show, but when you have something...

Springfield Black Stainless[TM].(Out Of The Box)
February 1, 2004... TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: .45 ACP Capacity: 7+1 Barrel: 5", 1:16-inch LH twist Sights: 3-Dot Tritium, micro-adjustable rear Weight: 35 ounces Length: 8.5" overall length Trigger Pull: 5 to 6 pounds ...

Winchester Supreme "Platinum Tip" ammunition.(Out Of The Box)
February 1, 2004... Winchester, a name long associated with quality rifles and shotguns, is equally famous as a manufacturer of super accurate handgun ammunition Generations of hunters have relied on the Winchester name to bring home the venison season after...

Thad Rybka custom leather.(Out Of The Box)
February 1, 2004... He's been thought of in the leather maker's world as something of an enigma. No Internet Website; no fancy, full-color brochures, he doesn't even publish his phone number. But, every leather maker I've talked with has nothing but respect for...

New Pro-Shooter's bag.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Bagmaster Bagmaster's new Pro-Shooter's bag Tournament Model is ideal for organizing, protecting and transporting all the accessories required for competition. A Cordura nylon body and a closed cell core provide the protection, while...

New Condor air rifle.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Airforce Airguns The new Condor from Airforce Airguns propels a .22 pellet over 1,250 feet per second, making it effective for varmint hunting and target shooting. The Condor features a premium Lothar Walther barrel, integral extended...

New .40 S&W Carbine.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Hi-Point Firearms The new Hi-Point Carbine chambered for the popular .40 S&W round is designed especially home defense and target practice. The carbine features fully adjustable sights with a "ghost ring" rear sight and front post...

New Holster Vest.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Concealed Carry Outfitters The new Holster Vest from Concealed Carry Outfitters features interior crossdraw holsters on each side. The waist length Holster Vest features an outer shell of Australian Oilskin with a fully lined interior...

New model 1911 pistol.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From SIGARMS SIGARMS has created a new "out-of-the-box" competition-ready .45 pistol, the Model GSR 1911. It is machined and hand-fitted for maximum precision and exact tolerances and hand-lapped for snug frame-to-slide fit. Key features...

Tru Ivory grips.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Bar S Bar S Grips has developed a new substitute ivory that mimics the look and feel of the original. Tru Ivory has the natural color and grain of genuine elephant tusk, which is no longer legally imported. Tru Ivory is available in...

Elegant shooting gloves.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Galazan Galazan's new elegant brown leather shooting gloves are crafted from a combination of supple deer and goatskin. They feature a cutout for the trigger finger and a Velcro hold back. The close fit ensures a tight grip and...

USA shooters shotgun.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Investment Arms Investment Arms has produced a striking tribute to the USA Shooting Team as it prepares for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens with this limited edition Remington Model 1100 20-gauge shotgun. Only 250 of these...

New Carry 12.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Para-Ordnance Para-Ordnance has expanded its line of high-performance semi-automatic pistols to include the new Carry 12.45 ACP. Features include weather-resistant stainless steel construction, a 3.5-inch ramped barrel with a...

Wildcat aviator's jacket.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Neil Cooper USA The Wildcat aviator jacket from Nell Cooper USA provides lightweight wamth and comfort in wet and cold weather conditions. The Wildcat is crafted from 100-percent cotton twill fabric designed to repel water and wind....

New Nomad folder.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Al Mar Knives The new Nomad folder is the latest super strong compact creation from Al Mar Knives. The Nomad features a 3-inch VG-10 stainless steel blade, textured G-10 scale handle, dual thumb studs and a stainless steel pocket...

Valupro cleaning kits.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Tetra Gun FTI, Inc. has created four new tetra Gun cleaning kits, one each for handguns, rifles and shotguns, plus a complete chemical kit for all firearms. The cleaning kits include a 1/3-ounce bottle of grease, two-ounce Triple...

New T'SOB base.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... For S&W Model 500 SSK Industries has created a new T'SOB base for the popular Smith & Wesson Model 500 .50 caliber revolver. The T'SOB is longer, stronger and more versatile in scope location and provides additional strength and stiffness...

New AR-15 rifle.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Olympic Arms Olympic Arms has added two new AR-15-style rifles to its line of high quality performance firearms. The GI-16 and the GI-20 are both low cost, entry level rifles, designed for many hours of shooting enjoyment. Both rifles...

Predator hearing protectors.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Ridgeline Ridgeline has added the new Predator series to its line of advanced lightweight electronic hearing protectors. The Predator features independent volume controls so each ear cup may be individually adjusted. The compact,...

New Gun Trader's Guide.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Stoeger Publishing Stoeger Publishing's new 26th edition of the Gun Trader's Guide features more than 6,000 specifications on foreign and domestic handguns, rifles and shotguns. The 592-page soft cover reference book has an extensive...

New VIP inletting.(New Products)
February 1, 2004... From Boyd's Gunstock Boyd's Gunstock Industries is now offering Virtual Inlet Part (VIP) machine inletting. VIP precision inletting is available on both standard and fully finished and unfinished stocks. Boyd's is also offering a variety...

You can win this: Pac-Lite upper receiver from Tactical Solutions.
February 1, 2004... It's official, the gang here at GUNS all wish we could win this. This is the nicest, most interesting handgun item we've seen in a long spell. What is it? It's the Pat-Light upper receiver and barrel assembly from Tactical Solutions of Boise,...

Red and Wolf.(Campfire Tales)
February 1, 2004... We were on a mission, my granddaughters and I Elyse, third grade, and second grader Laura were along help me pick two puppies, Not just any puppies, mind you, these were purebred Malamutes and I was to have the pick of the litter. A lifelong...