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Legacy workhorse reborn for reliable, accurate backup.


Almost a dozen years after being discontinued, the Colt Mustang Pocketlite is back with an aluminum frame and stainless steel slide.


Concealed carry pocket pistols are not new. Yes, the latest .380 and 9mm ultra-compacts are, but the idea itself is centuries old. The very first were little single-shot flintlocks dating back to the Revolutionary War. By the time of the American Civil War, 150 years ago, single, double, triple and even four-barreled pocket pistols in .22 and .32-caliber rimfire were in common use.

The first semiautomatic pistol small enough to discretely hide away in a vest or trouser pocket was invented by John Moses Browning in 1897 and manufactured by Fabrique National as the Model 1900. It was chambered in .32 ACP. In the United States, the first subcompact semi-auto was the Colt 1908 Vest Pocket Model Hammerless chambered in .25 ACP. This was to become one of the most popular small pistols of the early 20th century, remaining in production until 1946. It should come as no surprise then that Colt also manufactured the very first subcompact .380 some 40 years later. They called it the Mustang.

The Mustang was produced in a variety of models from 1986 until 1999, including the Plus II (1988-96), Stainless (1990-1998), and five versions of the Pocketlite, before being discontinued. At the end of the 20th century, the .380 Auto, which had been invented in 1908 by John M. Browning, was regarded as a substandard round for personal defense. Not an entirely correct assumption. This was further disproved in 2003 when the Kel-Tec P-3AT took the country by storm as the go-to concealed carry handgun. Fast forward to 2012 and .380 pocket pistols have become the most popular concealed carry sidearms in the country. Add to that recent advances in bullet designs and terminal velocities for .380 Auto cartridges, and resurrecting the Mustang Pocketlite becomes both a prudent and well-thought-out decision.



The Pocketlite has a very solid feel. The Mustang’s beavertail is a definite advantage on a short-recoil-operated system, where the slide travels well back over the web of the shooting hand.


After a decade-plus hiatus, Colt simply didn’t dust off the tooling and start building the same gun—they made improvements in its design and construction. The latest version uses a new aluminum alloy receiver, stainless steel slide and barrel CNC-machined from solid bar stock for precise tolerances. The new gun looks and feels different, too, with an overall superior fit and finish compared to its predecessors, particularly in slide-to-frame tolerances. This is further set off by the stark contrast between the polished stainless steel slide and the matte, bead-blasted appearance of the aluminum alloy electroless nickel frame, which has a warm, champagne-colored hue. The slide’s side panels and the hammer flats are polished bright to contrast the thumb safety, slide, magazine release, and top surface of the slide, which have a matte finish. It is a handsome, two-tone combination.





With a loaded magazine, the Mustang tips the scales at less than a pound and measures 5.5 inches in length with a 2.75-inch barrel. The minimal weight and length of the gun, combined with the short single-action trigger, proven frame and grip design, and firing pin safety block, make this an ideal small-caliber handgun for personal protection and concealed carry. The magazine holds six rounds, so capacity is seven with one in the chamber and “cocked and locked” is the standard carry method, just like a Model 1911.



Many pistols claim to fit discreetly in the pocket, but with the Colt Mustang .380 “Pocketlite” proves to be a fitting moniker.


There are several features that distinguish the Pocketlite .380. First, there is the thumb safety, which permits the slide to be manually cycled even when the safety is set. Thus, one can check for a loaded chamber, clear the gun or load the first round with the safety engaged. Additionally, the Mustang Pocketlite does not use a magazine disconnect, so it will discharge a chambered round with the magazine removed.

The Pocketlite has a very solid feel in the hand, more so than .380s with a polymer frame. While this adds a little overall weight, the heft makes the Mustang substantial in terms of grip and recoil management. The large 1911-style thumb safety is very easy to release on the draw and has a positive lock that you can feel and hear when pushed upward into the locked position, or when thumbed down to release. The latter, however, is a bit of a “tell” to anyone within earshot. While there is ample triggerguard room to move the index finger in and out without brushing against the trigger, this would not be the case if wearing a glove, and greater care is necessary. When gripping the gun, the little finger wraps easily under the magazine floorplate for support.


Galco’s Pocket Protector PRO438 grips the Mustang like a magnet and has a wide, double-stitched opening for easy reholstering.


With a consistent trigger pull, short take-up and quick reset, rounds fired at 1-second intervals struck consistently just above point of aim from 21 feet (7 yards) on a Speedwell B-27 silhouette target. Recoil from all three types of ammo fired was modest, allowing quick follow-up shots. The greatest issue found with the Mustang is reacquiring the front sight after recoil, which is fine against a dark background like a B-27 silhouette, but it was more difficult with a lighter background.



Overall, the Colt Mustang Pocketlite is very much the same gun as in 1986, just built with more modern techniques and materials. This is a very easy gun to handle and shoot. Considering how many subcompact .380 Autos are on the market today, the opportunity to get the original doesn’t come around twice. Well, in this case it does.


By Dennis Adler




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Seven short-barrel rifle uppers to fit an array of mission requirements!


SBRs (Short-Barreled Rifles) offer a lot of practicality in a small package, for a price that is significantly less than the select-fire rifle or sub gun. Manufacturers such as CMMG, LaRue Tactical, LWRC International, Stag Arms, Troy Industries, Wilson Combat and Noveske Rifle Works (above represent a wide range of products and price points to meet the specific needs of the end-user.



The 12″ LaRue Stealth can serve in both a CQB and precision rifle role. It is shown here equipped with a Magpul PRS stock, Leupold MK 4 scope with LaRue mount, and SureFire’s new Mini suppressor.



The CMMG 7″ upper is among the shortest of the short-barrels, shown here with an Aimpoint Comp M4S, S&W/Troy Back-up Iron Sights and a Magpul Angled Foregrip.



The 8″ LWRC PSD is a piston rifle that is designed for CQB and protective missions. It is equipped with Magpul MOE stock and grip, an Aimpoint T-1 Micro with a LaRue mount and LWRC iron sights shown in the raised position.



The Noveske Rifeworks upper is based on a VLTOR upper receiver and features a 10.5″ polygonal-rifled barrel, Noveske rail, and the Switchblock. It is also shown with the Aimpoint T-1 and SureFire Mini suppressor.



Troy Industries offers the M7 conversion as a kit. Note the Troy vertical grip, pistol grip and sights. The Aimpoint T-1 is mounted on the shorter LaRue mount for an absolute co-index. The complete rifle can be broken down and transported in the factory-provided Hardigg case.



Stag Arms can provide their rifles and uppers in both right- and left-hand versions. The 11.5″ upper features a Samson rail, standard front sight, Arms 71L-R rear sight, and an A2 flash suppressor.



The Wilson Combat upper features a match-grade barrel and their new TRIM rail. It is a slim-line rail that allows the user to mount short Picatinny rail sections in the desired location.


By Rob Garrett




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The KRISS Super-V SMG leads this team’s charge so that modern crime doesn’t stand a chance!



Glocks in .45 ACP and the KRISS SMGs and carbines can all share the same Glock 21 and KRISS MagEx magazines.


Buckeye, Arizona, is a community in the Phoenix metropolitan area that is home to approximately 53,000 residents. It covers 680 square miles and is located in Maricopa County, 35 miles west of Phoenix and 115 miles north of the Mexican border. The local economy has suffered from the same malaise that affects most areas of the country: housing foreclosures have forced some residents to leave the county, while at the same time, an influx of new residents from other areas has also brought in a criminal element.

“We’ve seen certain crimes such as home invasion and carjacking performed by juveniles who have arrived here from places as far away as California, in addition to crimes committed by local juveniles,” Sergeant Mike Haddad, Team Leader of the Buckeye Police Department S.W.A.T. team told me. “In some of the home invasions, they ring the doorbell, and if there’s no answer, they think the house is unoccupied and kick the door in. Sometimes the homeowner is upstairs, didn’t hear the doorbell, but heard the door being kicked in, and they rush downstairs. That’s when it gets ugly.”




The KRISS SMG is short and balances well between the fore and aft grips. Its size makes it very easy to shoot and deploy.


By John Higgs, Images by Alex Landeen





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Custom-quality 1911 at a duty-ready price point!



The X-TAC from Wilson Combat is a simple and straightforward custom 1911, featuring highly effective “X” pattern serrations adorning the slide and the grip frame of the pistol.


THE 1911 PISTOL has experienced a pretty significant resurgence in the last few years. A pistol that was once maligned as “too aggressive” or “unsafe” by police administrators is once again gaining wider acceptance. With the exception of a few states, and some less knowledgeable administrators and armorers this mythology has all but disappeared. Agencies are not only allowing the 1911 pistol as a personal choice, many are moving to them department wide. It is a testament to the design for sure. The 1911 pistol is rugged, reliable, accurate and has proven itself in actual gunfights time and time again. Tactical teams and high-risk units have used them for years with great success. Given the opportunity, many special operations units will take a 1911 over just about any other pistol. It is a proven design, and as is often the case, it is making a full circle back into popularity.

There is a reason this particular design has withstood the times — it aims and shoots naturally for most people almost without regard to experience level. Given various grip changes it can accommodate most any hand, and the slim design makes it perfect for inside the waistband carry. Given the quality of materials and machining today they can be built to incredible tolerances. Even some custom pistols today cost less than the same upgrades would have cost 15 years ago. It has really put the 1911 in a place where it can accommodate just about any task it is called upon to undertake.



The X-TAC features a non-ambidextrous thumb safety as well a generously upswept beavertail grip safety to help prevent “hammer bite.”


During the initial onslaught of the polymer pistol, the 1911 enjoyed broad use in the police world, especially undercover, off-duty, or in plainclothes. This was especially true for agencies that issued 5-shot .38 Special revolvers to their detectives. Many wanted the extra capacity and the ability to use the venerable .45 ACP cartridge. This was especially true for those officers that found themselves in need of their pistol as something other than a desk ornament.



Key to the X-TAC’s excellent handling characteristics is the “X” pattern serrations on the front- and backstraps. The X-TAC features Wilson Combat’s iconic “Starburst” grips, featuring smooth grooves radiating out from the center.


By Dave Bahde, Images by Sean Utley



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Tokyo Marui SAMURAI EDGE! Barry Burton model



Specifications
■ "Buri trigger media style" on both sides of the slide is "STARS" and "Custom Shop-detect" engraved
■ Standard picatinny Mounting
■ "4 Port Integrated Compensator"
■ "Long Magazine" standard design
■ Bally Models Only "NEW Tactical Combat Site '
■ The stainless steel barrel-finished silver colored with a solid black
■ The "hybrid custom grip" on the "Gold Medallion Only STARS" as standard. Barry Burton "inner fire" in red.
■ "Resident Evil Anniversary 15" limited special packages. Bundle Special Pins

Four port compensator


Barry Burton Markings


Long Magazine (32 rounds)


Barry Burton insignia in red


S.T.A.R.S. markings on the left side


Kendo markings on the right


New battle sights


Standard picatinny rail


Takedown: Remove the two screws as shown below. Third one is a dummy.


Tried to remove the rail by removing these two screws but it seems the rail is glued to the receiver




Test fire showed the sight to be very low (5m). First six shots are really low (in red) but very good groupings, within 2 inches. I adjusted my sights but still low (in green).


Chrono readings: 77-76-77-76-76-73 m/s


Overall Impression

I would say this gun would be a very valuable addition to your collection, if you are a biohazard fan. But if you are just plain airsoft gamer, then I would not recommend this to be use for skirmishes. The finish and overall appearance really look so good to be used in the field. This should go in your display case.







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Sig Sauer has a reputation for making high quality and innovative firearms. A few weeks ago we took a look at the S&W 329PD as a backup handgun when carrying afield. Given that 2011 is the centennial of Jonathan Browning's excellent 1911 pistol; we decided to take a look at Sig Sauer's new 1911 Scorpion. While the 1911 in 45ACP doesn't pack the punch of some revolver only cartridges, its durability and reliability has made it a favorite of hunters for generations.

The Sig Sauer 1911 Scorpion.



Sig is not new to manufacturing 1911's, having produced many models under the GSR label for years. They also produced the Sig 220 in a variety of cartridges (although 45ACP is the only production cartridge today) for decades. The 220 in a SA/DA configuration is definitely different than a 1911, but the slim profile and similar ergonomics to the 1911 make it a good choice when considering a single stack, all metal, 45ACP pistol.

The most noticeable features of the new 1911 Scorpion is the new Hogue G10 grips and the desert tan Cerakote finish. The grips, with what Hogue calls "Piranha" texturing, really grabs the hands. Combine the grip with the high lines-per-inch front strap checking and the Scorpion does not lack in hand grip, which makes the gun easier to control under slick wet conditions. In addition the grip also has an integrated back strap and beveled out magazine well extension that make it easier to guide in a loaded magazine when reloading.



The Hogue G10 Piranha grip is colorful and adds a good deal of texture. A nice addition in the back strap has been changed out for the matching texturing as well.

The grip and back strap come together to form an extended magazine well that helps guide in a quick magazine reload.
The other noticeable feature is the factory Cerakote finish that has been applied over the stainless steel frame and slide. Cerakote is a ceramic based finish that armors the firearm and improves abrasion and corrosion resistance. This makes the Scorpion much more resistant to scratches and rust. While we did not test the coating for scratch resistance, past experience with other firearms coated with Cerakote or Duracoat have proven to be effective in fighting scratches and rust. Although you should always still take the time to clean off your guns after use and/or after getting wet.



Two piece feed ramp. Notice also that the Cerakote finish is on the inside of the slide as well as the frame.

Beyond the grips and finish, Sig has included a variety of other features that have come to be expected of a higher end 1911. Namely low profile tritium night sights, a lightweight trigger, a larger external extractor, beaver-tail safety grip, and an ambidextrous safety. The ambidextrous safety uses the "short" format which is nice if you intend to equip the Scorpion with a Crimson Trace laser grip. Longer, standard ambidextrous safeties tend to hit the laser housing and do not work correctly. The Scorpion is also equipped with a picatinny front rail for attaching lights or lasers at your discretion. Sig also includes two eight round magazines with the Scorpion.


The "short" ambidextrous safety. The Scorpion also includes low profile Trijicon night sights.


The Scorpion does not have a full length guide rod, but it does include a picatinny rail.

The Scorpion, like most Sig 1911's, is exceptionally tight out of the box. There is little wobble in the slide and will take a few hundred rounds to break in. The trigger breaks cleanly and crisply with no noticeable burrs.

On the downsides the Scorpion does not have a full length guide rod, no front slide serrations, and the barrel ramp is a standard two piece design. We are also not particularly fond of the flat triggers; however this is personal preference and being a 1911 the trigger can be changed.

Overall the Scorpion is an excellent offering considering the asking price. It should be long lasting and corrosion/scratch resistant and offers an excellent grip. The 1911 makes an excellent back up firearm when in the backcountry and the Scorpion is worth considering if you're in the market for a new sidearm.

Review from biggamehunt.et



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American Fork, UT S.W.A.T. transitions to Ruger’s new SR-556 rifle!



The S.W.A.T. environment is a 360-degree world, and the fast-handling Ruger SR-556 was up to the challenge of being deployed from all angles and distances.


While it is certainly true that smaller departments do not face all of the problems a big agency experiences, the idea that “all cops are the same” and “policing is the same everywhere” strikes me mostly as political rhetoric. Parts of the day-to-day job may be similar, but working as a police officer in a 15-man department is not the “same” as a 35,000 man department. Each faces their own set of challenges, some similar, many completely different.

One of the challenges faced by many smaller police departments, is dealing with big-city crime with small-city assets. Two of the areas where this has very significant impact are training and tactical deployments. Large departments often have training divisions as contrasted to a smaller agency that likely does not even have training officers. That is something an officer does in conjunction with the rest of their duties. The same is true for S.W.A.T. teams. Watching the various television shows you would think everyone has a dedicated S.W.A.T. team with vans, ‘copters and tanks. That is simply not true. Most do their job and train for it when they are not “on duty.”


The Ruger is well equipped from the factory. Simply add a sling and optic of your choice and you are ready for the next callout.



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High-speed, low-drag AR-10-style rifle with repeatable sub-MOA precision!


Iron Ridge’s IRA-X family of rifles focuses on getting the important stuff right. The result is a truly exceptional and customizable AR-10-style rifle with all the attention to detail to make it a precision powerhouse. To get the most out of the IRA-X Thor, a Nightforce NXS 5.5-22×56mm scope was mounted.


When it comes to succeeding in a tactical environment, most experts will agree that it ultimately comes down to a matter of doing the basics better. “High-speed, low-drag” doesn’t mean complicated or advanced; it means the ability to perform critical tasks flawlessly under any circumstances—in short, getting the important stuff right. While that wisdom is certainly valid when it comes to tactical skills, it is equally applicable to equipment manufacture. And getting the important stuff right is what Iron Ridge Arms’ IRA-X AR-10-style rifles are all about.

Iron Ridge Arms is a manufacturer and custom shop that specializes in Class II and Class III firearms. Nestled discreetly in an industrial park in Longmont, Colorado, it is owned and operated by veteran gunsmith, machinist and designer Oliver Mazurkiewicz. Through his many years of experience customizing and modifying all brands of tactical rifles and carbines, Mazurkiewicz developed a keen understanding of the critical qualities necessary in that breed. And while many manufacturers do an excellent job of providing these qualities, as a custom gunsmith, Mazurkiewicz always saw room for improvement. He believed that if that extra attention to detail were incorporated into the fundamental construction of the rifle, its “basics” would literally be as good as they could get.



Starting with the right foundation—the IRA-X has meticulously machined upper and lower receivers that are fitted perfectly to withstand the harshest conditions.

The core of the IRA-X is its meticulously machined upper and lower receiver. Designed and engineered to meet Mazurkiewicz’s exacting specifications, these parts are CNC-machined from solid billets of 7075-T6 aluminum in the Iron Ridge shop. Although they are designed to accept components purchased from DPMS, which Mazurkiewicz has carefully selected as “the standard” of quality and consistency for drop-in parts, they are not your run-of-the-mill receivers.


The IRA-X Thor tested for this article featured a custom-machined Rock Creek barrel fitted with a SureFire FH762K03 flash suppressor.

By Michael Janich. Images by Steve Woods




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The new Tokyo Marui Colt Government Mk IV Series ’70 1911 pistol.





The box is a little bit shiny compared to other Tokyo Marui Pistols. It is also properly themed in brushed bluish chrome.



In the box, the gun looks nice in a bed of black cloth accompanied with a white box.



The small white box contains the magazine followers, barrel cap, wrench tool and a small bag of BBs.



The markings on the left side is identical to the real one, really excellent work!



Marking on the right side is the same quality



Markings on the ejection port is also identical to the real one.



The grip is nice with a wooden finish to it. It feels good in my palm and gripping it feels like it won't slip even during a gameplay.



Great detail back view including the rear sight



Left side thumb safety, not ambidextrous similar to the real one.



Outer barrel in in black and it looks great. Military type recoil guide.







Showing the brushed blue chrome finish



Comes with the standard 1911 magazine



All in all, it looks great. My big disappointment is when you cock it, it sounded so plastic. The M1911A1 Tokyo Marui came out with a few years back sounded really good when you rack it compared to this one.












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The MK 24 Mod 0 Pistol is a premier compact for elite forces, cops and CCW!



Compact, yet powerful .45 ACP powerhouse. Shown here with a Gemtech suppressor, the Heckler & Koch HK45C is a covert operator’s dream gun.


Heckler & Koch has been the premier manufacturer of polymer-framed .45-caliber pistols since the introduction of the P9S .45 ACP some 30 years ago. In the early 90s, HK introduced their USP series pistol in .45 ACP. My previous agency was one of the first to issue this pistol to their S.W.A.T. team, and it is their issue pistol to this day. The USP is well known as a very reliable and accurate pistol. I carried several extensively, both on patrol and as my issued S.W.A.T. gun.

The development of the USP led to the MK 23 SOCOM pistol. The MK 23 was very large, and was not well received by the end users due to its size. However, they were exceptional in regards to their accuracy and performance, especially when used with a Knight’s Armament suppressor. This led to the USP Tactical, which utilized all of the good parts of the MK 23 (O-ringed, threaded barrel; suppressor-height adjustable sights; match trigger), but in a smaller and handier platform. Many special operations units around the world have adopted this pistol.




As time progressed, several things came together to produce some of the best .45 ACP service pistols ever made. HK was prepping for the SOCOM Combat Pistol program, and two very well-known individuals began working with HK as consultants. Ken Hackathorn is one of the foremost special operations trainers in the world and a true small arms expert. Larry Vickers is not only a well-known shooter and trainer, and a highly in-demand gunsmith, but he also served for 20 years in U.S. Army special operations, including Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta. Both gentlemen are known for using the Colt 1911 to its maximum potential.


Steel For SEALs

The saga of the HK45 Compact has taken a very interesting turn recently. In early 2011, the HK45 Compact was selected by the Navy as a replacement for the MK 23 pistol for use by Navy SEALs and other Naval Special Warfare personnel. Its new designation is the MK 24 Mod 0 Combat Assault Pistol. It is outfitted with an AAC suppressor. Crimson Trace was awarded the contract for a waterproof IR laser system that mounts under the frame on the rail. The Crimson Trace unit is very thin and follows the contours of the pistol well. The sources I have on this indicated that the HK45 Compact was not the pre-testing favorite, but it came out the winner at the end of testing. This type of testing is generally done within the individual units and the protocols are not available for public consumption. With that said, based on the mission requirements that this pistol fulfills, you can bet that the testing was extensive.

The pistol that is being replaced by the HK45 Compact is the MK 23. The MK 23 is huge, and it has an overly complex set of controls. It is not viable for any sort of role outside of its main use as an “Offensive Pistol.” In this role, many found that they would be better served with a suppressed MP5 SMG, and the more current HK MP7 SMG.



HK45C pistols are equipped with an ambidextrous slide release and all edges have been rounded off to resist snagging on clothing.


Top-Drawer Spec Ops Pistol

The HK45 Compact gives the SEALs a pistol that can be used with an IR laser in conjunction with night vision goggles and a suppressor with 10 rounds of .45 ACP, for the specialized roles that were intended for the MK 23.

It is in service with the SEAL team specifically tasked with counter-terrorism missions. This team uses several HK weapons systems (the HK416D carbine and MP7 SMG). Unlike the MK 23, the HK45 Compact can be stripped down and carried as a great concealable firearm for a personnel defense pistol when needed. In today’s world and our current conflicts, it’s a major asset for our special operations people to have firearms that work in a covert capacity. The HK45C has far greater capabilities because it not only fulfills the role of an assault or offensive pistol like the MK 23, but it can also fulfill the roles that are currently held by the excellent SIG P226 and P228s used by Naval Special Warfare sailors. The HK45C is not a replacement for the SIGs, but it does have the potential for that some day.

Overall, the new HK45 Compact is a great pistol that is capable of doing many tasks very well. It allows the user to have a pistol that can go from an easily concealed carry pistol to a full-boat suppressed offensive pistol—and all modifications needed for this transformation can be done by the user. A minimally trained armorer can change the way this gun operates easily, using factory-available parts.

It is a pistol capable of match-grade accuracy right out of the box. They are reliable even when subjected to harsh environments. They are easy to use, and critical controls can be accessed with either hand. From personal protection, law enforcement and home-defense duty, to the tip of the spear with one of America’s most elite special operations units, the HK45 Compact is rapidly gaining ground as one of the best .45 ACP pistols of our time, and the goal of creating a 1911 for the 21st century is becoming a reality.

By Darryl Bolke, Images by Hiro Soga



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Soviets’ first belt-fed machinegun designed to fire 7.62x39mm!


For familiarization and refresher training on a weapon used in theaters of operation, or for collectors of Warsaw Pact or Vietnam-era weapons, the relatively inexpensive DSA RPD offers a faithful reproduction that can be shot and owned at a fraction of the cost of a registered NFA RPD.


I figured out rather quickly that “light” is a relative term when applied to machineguns. The “light machinegun” does indeed need to be light so that the gunner can move along with his squad mates during an advance. On the other hand, if the machinegun is too “light,” it will not really have many advantages over the rifles carried by other infantryman. The role of the light machinegun changed substantially when armies switched to assault rifles from bolt-action rifles. The light machinegun was expected to offer more accuracy and more sustained fire at longer ranges. Generally, this was accomplished by incorporating a bipod, better long-range sights, larger magazine capacity, and, in some cases, a stock designed to allow more comfortable firing while prone.

Prior to the introduction of the M249 SAW, the USA really didn’t have a light machinegun. The BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle) and the M15 variant of the M14 were attempts to supply an infantry squad with a “faux light machinegun,” while the M60, which served the mission of a light machinegun for many years, was really more of a GPMG (General Purpose Machinegun), though some lightened versions used by special ops troops such as the M60E3 and M60E4 were more portable. As a result, my first real experiences with the true light machinegun were in foreign weapons training.



Feeding on the RPD 7.62×39mm is from the left side using a 50-round segmented metal belt. As the empty links come out of the right side of the weapon, they will drop free after all 50 rounds have been fired.


I fired the Soviet DPM, RPD, and RPK. I trained with the PK around that time, too, but it was more of a Soviet GPMG. I remember that my favorite was the RPD, which was a good thing, as I shot it more and gained some familiarity. Over the years I worked with foreign military and police units, encountering the RPD often enough that knowledge of its operating characteristics proved quite useful. For example, I worked with one African security team that included the RPD and RPK among their weapons. I always chose my position for observing live-fire counter-ambush drills carefully.


During its service life, the RPD received various modifications—including the folding charging handle on a non-reciprocating cocking handle and a dust cover, which when opened acts as a feed ramp.

By Leroy Thompson, Images by Steve Woods



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Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) - a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for governments, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world - will showcase the newest UZI Submachine Gun (SMG), the 9mm UZI PRO, at DefExpo India 2012 (New Delhi, March 29-April 1) , FIDAE International Air & Space Fair (Santiago, Chile, March 27-April 1), and LAAD Security (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, April 10-12). These are the first appearances of the actual weapon at major exhibitions.

Developed in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the 9 mm UZI PRO SMG is the newest member of the legendary UZI family - one of the most popular weapon families in the world, with millions of units sold around the globe. Exceptionally lightweight and compact, the UZI PRO is an ideal solution for both concealed or openly carried use - for law enforcement, VIP protection and Special Forces.



Ergonomically designed and easy to use by right or left-handed users, it offers closed bolt operation for maximum accuracy and safety. With many of its components made of advanced polymeric materials, the UZI PRO’s features include Picatinny rails, ergonomic butt, built-in foldable assault handle and pistol-type magazine release button. It also provides a quick fitting suppressor, full auto and single shot and adjustable shoulder stock with mounted cheek rest.



According to Uri Amit, CEO of IWI, “We are happy to present the next generation UZI - possibly the best-known and most widely sold weapon family in the world - following meticulous development in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Our goal was to incorporate the latest technological advances without compromising the extremely reliable, globally recognized UZI, in order to make it more ergonomic and user-friendly, and equipped to handle the full range of scenarios faced in modern warfare. This goal has been fully achieved. Despite our having only recently introduced it to the market, we are already seeing great interest expressed by our customers, and believe this year will see thousands of units being sold around the world .” IWI.net.


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Since there are too many sizes of ammunition out there today. Have you ever wondered how they look like in comparison to one another. I made a little search and I have come up with some photographic comparisons of ammunition available today.














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Russian Defence Ministry to destroy millions of stockpiled small arms until 2015

The Russian Defence Ministry will hold a large-scale disposal of obsolete small arms - pistols, rifles, machine guns and automatic rifles, the newspaper “Izvestia”. We are talking about weapons issued to the 1980s. A total of 2015 planned to dispose of four million barrels. According to the source of the newspaper in the military-industrial complex, military depots to date has accumulated nearly 16 million small arms, 6.45 million of whom are already worn out.



It should be noted that the assessment announced by the source of the newspaper is probably not accurate. In September 2011 the First Deputy Defence Minister of Russia Alexander Sukhorukov said that the stocks of only AK-74 in the warehouses is around 17 million units. Taking into account other types of firearms that are stored at military arsenals, the total number of stems may be several tens of millions. At the same time the Russian armed forces comprise a million people.

By Tactical-Life, images by Steve Woods



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The gas piston-driven Adcor B.E.A.R. has battle-ready enhancements to keep the indestructible M4 legacy alive!


The Adcor B.E.A.R. represents new innovations and upgrades to the popular and battlefield-proven M4/AR-15 rifle system.


By the time a particular weapons family has become the longest-serving standard rifle design in U.S. military history, and has been involved in combat both minor and major almost continuously during that record tenure, all its eccentricities and weak points have become known. The evolutionary process of the AR platform, from the M16 to myriad variants and upgrades fielded today, has largely been a process of making fixes one at a time, based on combat experience. As a result of this process, the AR has developed into a mature, useful military arm. It has passed the historical Mauser 98 action as being made by more manufacturers worldwide, in more variations, than any rifle in history, including the legendary and repeatedly cloned Kalashnikov.



The forward charging handle is non-reciprocating and retracts when not in use. It proved to be very effective during testing.


Some of these variants comprise worthy upgrades—some may not. Except for stock variations, most attention has been to the upper receiver, usually addressing points relating to with the original direct impingement gas system. Again, some of these changes and adaptations are worthy upgrades, and some are not. One that is: the design being made by Adcor Defense. The Adcor upgrade, among other advantages, is available as a retrofit to existing weapons—and it does as advertised.



Bolt carrier assembly and charging handle of the Adcor B.E.A.R. system. Note the charging handle is ambidextrous and can be assembled on either side of the rifle.


"I wanted to deliver a retrofit with features never before seen on a weapon,” Michael Brown, chief engineer for Adcor Defense, said. And that is exactly what Brown and his team did with the development of a four-piece retrofit for any AR-15/M16 system, with a short-stroke, piston-driven AR-15/M4 upper receiver. The retrofit’s features include a highly accurate free-floating barrel, ambidextrous forward-placed charging handle/forward assist, an ejection port door that closes after each round is fired and a fully integrated rail system. All of the new components are removable for maintenance without the use of any tools.

by Jason M. Wong




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S&W’s M&P15-22 is designed with operating features of a centerfire M4.



With the recent increases in ammunition prices and some calibers in very short supply, shooters have been rediscovering the lowly .22 LR cartridge. Even the “tacti-cool” guys are shooting more .22 LR than .223 through their black rifles. Conversion units are more popular and for serious shooters, showing that there is a clear interest within the shooting community for ways to train with more affordable ammunition in their rifles. Recently, I worked with a conversion upper and found it to be well-suited for law enforcement and military training.

At a gun show, Smith & Wesson teased those in attendance by displaying a prototype of what is now the M&P15-22. To make matters worse, it was locked in a glass display case and all we could do was look, not touch. The new rifle looked similar to a standard M4, but a close inspection found that the upper and lower receivers were made from polymer. While I was impressed with the concept, I had to admit I was skeptical of the implementation. Still, I asked to be put on the list for a sample, knowing I could send it back if I didn’t like it.

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The coolest product I saw this year at Shot Show was one that I almost did not see. Its easy to miss things at Shot Show simply because of how many products are being shown, but this product, The Hog Saddle by Shadow Tech LLC caught my eye. As I walked down the line at an invite only shooting event held the day before Shot Show formally opened, it was easy to miss this product, especially given the prototype Barrett M240 (we wrote about it here as the MG240LW) going through belt after belt of 7.62mm a few feet away, but there, off to my right stood a tripod with a GAPrecision rifle atop it. I actually did walk past, but did a double take and stepped back to examine just how this GAP rifle was positioned. What I saw was a product that was elegant in its simplicity, rugged and effective. It was a most beautifully machined vise designed to hold a rifle and called the Hog Saddle. The Hog Saddle is the kind of product that you see and instantly realize the usefulness and application. It’s the kind of product that makes you slap your forehead and say “I should have thought of this”. Its the kind of product that you realize meets a need you never knew you had or if you did realize you did have the need, this product instantly makes your life simpler and better.



The Hog Saddle is in essence, a 16 oz. CNC machined vise for your rifle with an industry standard mount that sits atop a commercial camera tripod. The singular purpose of The Hog Saddle is to provide a stable, solid, universal thread attachment for your rifle on a modular lightweight, adjustable and adaptable mount (tripod). It is crafted out of a single block of aluminum, hard anodized to provide a base for camouflage and is resistant to corrosion. The vise itself been machined to provide a contact patch of urethane pads to protect your rifle, reduce recoil and muzzle rise and preserve accuracy.





Flexibility is important and why the Hog Saddle has neoprene bonded into the CNC machined surface. Obviously, not all rifles have the same dimensions, so the Hog Saddle can adapt to different style rifles and still securely hold them in place. Here is an AR style rifle with a modular rail mounted securely in the Hog Saddle. Other rifles that are currently being used in the field with the Hog Saddle are AR designs including M16, M4, Mk-12 and .308 designs like the SR-25. M14 rifles, M110, Remington 700 designs including the M24 and M40 series as well as Accuracy International and McMillan TAC-50s.

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Whether undercover or off-duty — low-profile options for hiding in plain sight!


The Scottevest Outback jacket has 20 pockets for concealing every piece of operator gear that an undercover agent could want.

Everybody knows that a law enforcement officer must carry a gun while he is on duty, but what about during his down hours? Considering the situations in which an off-duty officer can find himself, it is best to be prepared by being armed, if properly authorized. But how should the officer carry this firearm concealed in a way that makes it readily accessible yet still hidden from public view?

Once the proper attire is chosen, the first rule should be, if authorized, to always carry off-duty. The second rule is practice, practice, practice. Officers spend a large amount of time on the range practicing in duty attire. How much of that time is used to practice carrying in off-duty modes? For most agencies, it’s probably none. That leaves it up to each and every officer to practice and hone their skill regarding the concealed methods of carry. Your carry method and tactics must be sound so that your muscle memory will take over, as you won’t have time to think.


The 5.11 Tactical Holster shirt gives an operator the ability to hide a gun in a quickly accessible spot.

Additionally, it’s been long advised that in addition to a gun, an off-duty officer should carry extra ammunition, handcuffs, a knife and flashlight. If you are immersed in a fight, your muscle memory will kick in, and since officers are used to having their “tool belt” on, you will instinctively reach for the items that you are used to carrying. The last thing you want is to reach for something and find it’s not there.

By Donald J. Mihalek


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Check out the shorter, smoother and more svelte G21!



PEOPLE have wanted a single-stack .45 Glock for as long as there have been Glock pistols. The .45 is desired because people think that it makes a difference in terminal effectiveness. It may, but only when the bullet hits the bad guy.





The single stack is desired because (1) they fit human hands, and (2) they’re easier to hide. The G36 fits both requirements but holds only a few rounds. The G37 (and Glock 38 and 39) are 9mm/.40 size Glocks that use a .45 cartridge, the shortened and quite efficient .45GAP. The Glock 21 is huge. A 13+1 capacity .45ACP pistol, the girth and length of reach from the backstrap to the trigger are quite large.

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Standard pattern AK rifle in a bullpup package for controllable rapid fire!


The obvious advantage of compact size without sacrificing barrel length, and thus ballistic performance, is one of the greatest attributes of the AK-74 Bullpup from Century Arms—shown here with an Aimpoint Patrol Rifle Optice (PRO).


Bullpup style rifles have always generated strong opinions both for and against. Advocates will claim that nothing more than pointless waning traditionalism is stifling bullpup-style weapons from widespread adoption, whereas detractors denigrate the weapon’s effectiveness—to the point of challenging the basic raison d’être for the design. Bullpups are firearm configurations in which the action is located behind the trigger group in the space normally solely reserved for the stock. This permits at least a 7- to 10-inch shorter firearm length for the same barrel length thus improving maneuverability, handling and reducing weight.



Operators must pay attention to hand placement when changing mags in relation to the pistol grip to avoid coming into contact with the back of the pistol grip.


While examples exist as far back as the early 1900’s, bullpup designs for a military role started in earnest after World War II. It was primarily the British who saw an opportunity to get rifle-like ballistic performance out of a package size that up to that point had been reserved for SMGs firing pistol caliber cartridges. The emphasis was to find one platform to replace multiple patterns of sub-machine guns and battle rifles. World War II made it obvious that the modern warfare would require the infantry to be armed with a light, compact, selective-fire weapon—with effective range of fire much greater than that of a submachine gun, but shorter than that of conventional semi-automatic or bolt-action battle rifles. The choice of bullpup design was seen as a happy medium to both retain accuracy and power while reducing overall length.


A polymer molding is used for a buttplate and encapsulates the pistol grip/trigger area, in lieu of the standard buttstock configuration.


The fact that the bullpup can be seen as niche weapon is an understatement, especially in terms of the civilian market. The obvious advantage of compact size, without sacrificing barrel length and thus ballistic performance, is one of its greatest attributes. The increasingly prevalent trend of urban combat would seem to favor the bullpup design. In the civilian realm, a bullpup is an alternative avenue to achieve short barreled rifle-like overall lengths without having to do compliance paperwork, or if you live in a jurisdiction that an SBR is not permitted.


By Todd Burgreen, Images by Steve Woods



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News about the version of Daytona Gas Blowback M4 Drop-In Kit. So those who are worried about not having these gas blowback kit, worry no more... "Hello! Here's the news on the 2012 version M4 drop in kit for GP GBB WOK001 / WOK002 body kit. Complete M4A1 with Marine marking and drop in kit set are now in stocks. There is a 'Limited monthly quota' for orders.






Specifications:

Stainless Steel parts - Recoil dead weight, recoil set rear block, BB chamber and tube, innershaft and collar
Steel parts- Bolt, trigger group parts, recoil set rod, trigger adaptor (with surface treatments)
Braze parts - Valve, bolt tank (nickel plated)
Aluminium parts - Trigger group box (black anodized)
RPS (rounds per second) 13 to 14
Suitable working pressure: 8bars (no suggested to use over 8bars, may cause damaged GP body and internal parts)
Power output: ~1.7j 0.2 Marui or CA BB
CA inner barrel installed in the completed gun.
Complete gun comes with 1pc CA spring mag.

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Tactical Hunter, 18”or 20"
• Forged 7075 Upper (Flat Top) and Lower Receiver
• Wilson Combat Tactical Hunter Match Grade Barrel with 6 Groove / 1:12 Twist (Conventional or Polygonal Rifling) or Noveske Polygonal 1:11 Twist (all with M4 feedramps)
• Mid Length Gas System with Lo-Profile Gas Block
• 18" or 20" with Crowned Muzzle or 18" with Threaded Muzzle (5/8 x 24) with Accu-Tac Flash Hider
• Wilson Combat T.R.I.M. Rail - 10.4" on 18" Barrels, 12.6" on 20" Barrels
• Ergo Pistol Grip
• Wilson Combat Tactical Triggerguard
• Rogers/Wilson Super-Stoc
• Wilson Combat TTU (Tactical Trigger Unit) Two-Stage, 4#
• Premium Mil-Spec Bolt and Bolt Carrier, MP Inspected, NP3 Coated
• Mil-Spec Hard Anodize Finish on Upper / Lower Receivers
• Armor-Tuff® Finish
• 20 Round Modified Lancer L5 AWM Magazine








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Even after a quarter century of service, Glocks are still walking the beat & saving lives!

This year marked the 25th year of the Glock pistol in the United States. The Glock has been such an overwhelming success story that it has been written up as a cover story in Business Week magazine. When the Glock pistol debuted on these shores in the1980s, no one dreamed that it would one day replace the classic service revolver as the most common sidearm in American police holsters. Yet, in 25 short years, it has.


The Glock pistol has become the go-to sidearm for LE officers, due to its combination of reliability and simplicity.


Indelible Imprint

By the year 2011, the Glock had been standard issue for the FBI for more than a decade, and was also the choice of the DEA and the U.S. Marshals Service. It was the standard sidearm for a majority of state police agencies, including the largest, the New York State Police. The Glock can be found in the holsters of our nation’s three largest city police departments, all of which give their officers some choice in the matter: NYPD, Chicago PD, and LAPD. Our single largest department is New York City’s, with some 36,000 armed officers. All of them are given the choice of three makes and models of the 9mm pistol, which they purchase themselves. It has been reported that more than 20,000 of them have voted with their wallets and armed themselves with the Glock 19.

The first two large police departments to adopt the then-revolutionary Glock were St. Paul, Minnesota, and Miami, Florida. Both departments issue the Glock as required standard to this day. They were the flagships of what would become a vast armada. It has been estimated that some 70-plus percent of American law enforcement officers now have Glock pistols in their holsters.

It is not hard to understand why. The Glock popularized the lightweight polymer autopistol frame, reducing weight, cost and even recoil due to the subtle flex of its frame as the gun is fired. It fit well in a wide variety of hand sizes, a feature amplified with the grip-size adjustments incorporated into the latest Gen4 models. It was so simple to operate that it changed the paradigm of “the police service automatic” from a double-action first shot, single-action follow-up fire control system that required decocking levers, to the striker-fired, point-and-shoot concept that was at the heart of the Glock. Most important, it was durable and reliable, surviving torture tests that over the years included six-figure round counts, being dropped from helicopters, and being fired while covered with mud or sand.

By Massad Ayoob, Images by Alex Landeen




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Just when I think I have seen it all, I see something like the DoubleGlock Machine Pistol. I don't know anything about this pistol. If any of our European readers know the history behind it, please share it in the comments.


I guess that the recoil of the fully automatic Glock 18 pistols (Glock 18C?) would cancel each other out allowing easy control.







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It is possible to combine breath-taking aesthetics and absolute function in a single pistol and that is exactly what we have done in our finest defensive pistol - the Tactical Supergrade. Hand crafted from carbon steel, the Tactical Supergrade is optimized for use as the ultimate defensive handgun - which happens to have the beauty and workmanship that have made the Wilson Combat® Supergrades the standard to which all other custom pistols are compared. The Tactical Supergrade redefines the term "state of the art" in every way possible. The Tactical Supergrade is simply the finest full-size defensive pistol in today's market.






If you're the discerning individual who requires only the finest in quality materials, design, and craftsmanship, this is the pistol for you.




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Swiss twist on a classic design with features that today’s SWAT officers demand!


Sig Sauer’s 1911 Tactical Operations pistol is as reliable as it is versatile, shown here with a SureFire X400.

The most enduring design of John Browning remains the 1911 pistol. In fact, a good argument can be made that the 1911 is the most timeless handgun of all time. Taking that position one step further, you would be very hard-pressed to come up with another technological innovation introduced 100 years ago that remains on the cutting edge today. For the better part of the 20th century, commercially made 1911s were only available from a single source. That has all changed and 1911 pistols are now available from a number of manufacturers. However, quality varies tremendously and in the end you’ll get exactly what you paid for.

A few years ago, Sig Sauer introduced a line of 1911 pistols, a move that took many of us by surprise. After all, Sig Sauer was turning out some first rate DA pistols. Why make a move into unknown territory? Why not? If this firm could turn out a world class DA pistol, they just might be able to apply that expertise to the most popular self-loading pistol of all time.


Ambi safety is standard on the Sig Tactical Operations pistol.

Recently, I was able to check out a Sig Sauer 1911 Tactical Operations pistol chambered in .45 ACP. The Tactical Operations pistol is a full-size, all-steel 1911 pistol that has everything you need and nothing you don’t. As its name implies, this heavy-duty pistol is designed for the SWAT officer, but would also be a solid choice for patrol or personal defense.

Like all Sig Sauer 1911 pistols, the Tactical Operations embodies the classic qualities of the Browning original along with modern innovation.

By Mike Boyle, Images by Steve Woods


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Sig Sauer introduces their Sig 556R with a camo finish at shotshow 2012



This one looks like a 556 with AK type magazine. But it i s not, it is firing 5.56 rounds.












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Kyle Lamb and Smith & Wesson update the VTAC Rifle with new Geiselle trigger, Troy rail, more. (photos are VTac Rifle 1)








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Viking Tactics Lamb Universal Sling Attachment, LUSA

The Viking Tactics L.U.S.A. allows the shooter to select from four different attaching options. With the VTAC - L.U.S.A you can use a quick detach sling swivel, a conventional sling swivel, a hook, or simply run the sling through the sling loop. The VTAC-L.U.S.A. allows a wide variety of options without changing hardware. For armorers the VTAC-LUSA eliminates the need to stock four different sling attachment brackets.



Available in Black and Tan.


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Multi-Role Adaptive Design rifle (MRAD)

Ready to follow your every move, the MRAD adapts to a variety of user needs without sacrificing performance. With unrelenting precision and unfailing accuracy, this bolt action newcomer has already defined a whole new class of long-range rifles.

The MRAD rifle’s user-changeable barrel system is just one example of this hardworking gun’s modularity. The precision-grade barrel can be removed by simply unscrewing two bolts using a standard Torx wrench. Besides reducing maintenance and logistical burdens, this unique design paves the way for future caliber interchangeability and serviceability.

The MRAD also boasts Barrett’s new easily accessed trigger module. This match-grade trigger is drop-fire-proof and combat-ready. The thumb-operated safety can be configured for left or right hand operation. The ambidextrous magazine release can be used intuitively while retaining a firing grip and cheek weld.





Integrated into the MRAD rifle’s 7000 series aluminum upper receiver is an M1913 rail with 30 MOA taper and 21.75 inches of rail space. The configurable side and bottom rails can also hold a number of accessories. The MRAD rifle’s stock is foldable for enhanced portability yet locks in as solid as a fixed-stock rifle, creating a rigid platform for consistent firing. When folded, the stock latches around the bolt handle for added security during transport. Because the stock folds to the bolt handle side of the action, the rifle is the same width overall, folded or extended.




Made of a temperature-resistant polymer, the adjustable cheek piece also offers a consistent rifle-to-user contact point. The rifle’s length of pull can be set to five different positions with the push of a single button. From its quick-detach sling mounts to the Barrett Multi-Role Brown color of the rifle that blends into any environment—every detail of the MRAD has been carefully designed to create one thing: a high-performance rifle you can truly make your own.

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