Uncle's right, it does look incredibly cool, and I freakin' want one.
Double mag tubes with a quick switch near the grip too. That should make for dang fast switch to slug drills.
A super-short shotty, with no tax stamp, and not a reduced capacity, but double what you'd get from a similar barrel length standard set-up. Sweet.
Even more photos from Oleg here.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
I'm still here...
Appologies for the light posting the last few days. I've been mired down with family gatherings, work, and now seem to be coming down with a wiked head cold or sinus infection of some sort. Yay!
Hopefully I'll be getting some meatier stuff up this week, due to some much needed downtime and some cool products I've been beating up.
Hopefully I'll be getting some meatier stuff up this week, due to some much needed downtime and some cool products I've been beating up.
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Ruger... Tease...
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| Manufacturer of the 2008, 2009 and 2010 Handgun of the Year is starting 2011 with a bang! |
Woke up to that email today...
Happy New Year!
From Guns & Coffee.
I'm sure I'll be driving around watching for drunks, so it's set for auto-posting. Hopefully it works.
ETA: No, it didn't work. Apparently it scheduled itself to turn into a draft. Anyway, better late than never.
I'm sure I'll be driving around watching for drunks, so it's set for auto-posting. Hopefully it works.
ETA: No, it didn't work. Apparently it scheduled itself to turn into a draft. Anyway, better late than never.
Friday, December 31, 2010
More XR9S
I mentioned Oleg had some photos and info up the other day, looks like he's got some expended rounds, along with some video links in the post.
Looks quite controllable for such a small package.
Looks quite controllable for such a small package.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
20ga Fun
Had the day off, and the weather was as close to 32 degrees as it gets these days, so despite the rain, we hit up the range for some shooting. Thankfully the rain apparently went north, so we only had to deal with the quarter mile visibility thanks to the fog.
On the upside, the little 20ga 870 is just as much fun as I hoped. Slugs aren't too bad out of it either.
Still air makes for pretty pictures too.
As always, click to embiggenate.
On the upside, the little 20ga 870 is just as much fun as I hoped. Slugs aren't too bad out of it either.
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| Pistol is a S&W .45acp of some form... I forget what. |
Still air makes for pretty pictures too.
As always, click to embiggenate.
Chamelioline Cloaks? For the Realz?
Hardcore 40k fans will have no doubt read Dan Abnett's fantastic
Gaunt's
Ghosts
series, and will know the Tanith First and Only are famous for their scouting and stealth abilities, the later of course being strongly augmented by their use of one of the Imperium's most underused technologies, Chamelioline. While never really explained, Chamelioline seems to be a sort of fiber interwoven into their camouflage cloaks that changes color and blends with their surrounding environment. I can only assume it's a type of fiber, as it is only used in cloth uniforms utilized by certain elite Imperial Guard units, some Assassins, and some Astartes chapters for their scouts.
All cool and whatnot for the geeky 40k fan like me, but it turns out that there's a company, Hyperstealth, looking to make what they call SMARTCAMO, an adaptive camouflage material that blends in with the surrounding terrain colors.
Guy Cramer, the CEO of Hyperstealth, gave a presentation at the International Camouflage Symposium in Brussels back in October featuring a video of the stuff.
However the release goes on to mention that the material was developed using "fractals" to create feedback loops in the pattern and nanotechnology.
Some seriously cool stuff being worked out. They also apparently have developed a system for vehicles that not only works as a visual camo, but stealths it out from a large chunk of the electromagnetic spectrum, something the Imperium apparently never figured out (stupid religious views...)
But if all that isn't Science Fictiony enough for you, SSD is tossing some more conspiracy level fodder into the mix.
Gaunt's Ghosts series, and will know the Tanith First and Only are famous for their scouting and stealth abilities, the later of course being strongly augmented by their use of one of the Imperium's most underused technologies, Chamelioline. While never really explained, Chamelioline seems to be a sort of fiber interwoven into their camouflage cloaks that changes color and blends with their surrounding environment. I can only assume it's a type of fiber, as it is only used in cloth uniforms utilized by certain elite Imperial Guard units, some Assassins, and some Astartes chapters for their scouts.All cool and whatnot for the geeky 40k fan like me, but it turns out that there's a company, Hyperstealth, looking to make what they call SMARTCAMO, an adaptive camouflage material that blends in with the surrounding terrain colors.
Guy Cramer, the CEO of Hyperstealth, gave a presentation at the International Camouflage Symposium in Brussels back in October featuring a video of the stuff.
The video was of an actual camouflage cloth around his arm, which could change colors between Desert and Woodland and anything in-between, the colors also showed the ability to become brighter than the desert colors for use in a late fall climate or even snow. Cramer announced at the end of the presentation that the video was to be released on the HyperStealth web site after the conference.Apparently since the presentation he has been asked not to release said video by the US Military.
However the release goes on to mention that the material was developed using "fractals" to create feedback loops in the pattern and nanotechnology.
Some seriously cool stuff being worked out. They also apparently have developed a system for vehicles that not only works as a visual camo, but stealths it out from a large chunk of the electromagnetic spectrum, something the Imperium apparently never figured out (stupid religious views...)
But if all that isn't Science Fictiony enough for you, SSD is tossing some more conspiracy level fodder into the mix.
Then, we find out that Dr. Joseph Resnick, Lt. Col. Timothy R. O’Neill, Ph.D (U.S. Army, Ret.) and Guy Cramer (of Hyperstealth fame) have owned mineral rights for 95% of the side of the moon that faces Earth, the polar regions and 50% of the far side of the Moon since 2007. And that isn’t to mention their mineral rights onMars!
So this has got to be it, they have found some rare mineral on the Moon that makes SMARTCAMO™ work. Now the question is, how did they get it back to Earth?
Taurus Poly Revolver
Taurus looks to be getting into the plastic wheelgun game with a polymer framed .38+P 5 shot compact.
It's actually not too bad looking, and I do like the user accessible hammer (allowing you to manually cock for single action shots.) The grips are just printed to look like wood, but it's a nice touch and keeps the weight down to a minimal 18.2 oz.
(H/T - The Duck)
It's actually not too bad looking, and I do like the user accessible hammer (allowing you to manually cock for single action shots.) The grips are just printed to look like wood, but it's a nice touch and keeps the weight down to a minimal 18.2 oz.
(H/T - The Duck)
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
'Nother Bike Project
At least with much less work.
So even though the Single-speed project is underway, I picked up another project bike today. Then drove across town like this and thought it was the most hilarious thing ever. Maybe I need more sleep...
Little 16" Specialized Vegas for $10 at a thrift store. Thankfully I've got some time to fix it up and get it ready before my oldest nephew is big enough to fit it.
ETA-
Cleaned it up and got a better picture.
Clean and no rust! Surprising for a steel frame 'round these parts.
So even though the Single-speed project is underway, I picked up another project bike today. Then drove across town like this and thought it was the most hilarious thing ever. Maybe I need more sleep...
Little 16" Specialized Vegas for $10 at a thrift store. Thankfully I've got some time to fix it up and get it ready before my oldest nephew is big enough to fit it.
ETA-
Cleaned it up and got a better picture.
Clean and no rust! Surprising for a steel frame 'round these parts.
Every Question from Every Gun Forum
Daniel Defense Vickers Tactical Training
Featuring Larry Vickers!
I don't know if it's my bleary sleep deprived mind, but the trailer for the DVD (first mentioned here) just makes it seem like it's all about "The LAV." The one biggest thing I like about the MD Art of the Tactical __________ discs is that when it all comes down to it, they're about the training and techniques, there is no long drawn out introduction with a roll call of Chris or Travis's qualifications and why they're so awesome for instance. Yes a qualified instructor is important, but it's just sucking up screen time on a DVD. If it really bugs you, throw a printed insert in the case explaining about why you're so awesome.
Be back in a bit, I need to get some coffee.
I don't know if it's my bleary sleep deprived mind, but the trailer for the DVD (first mentioned here) just makes it seem like it's all about "The LAV." The one biggest thing I like about the MD Art of the Tactical __________ discs is that when it all comes down to it, they're about the training and techniques, there is no long drawn out introduction with a roll call of Chris or Travis's qualifications and why they're so awesome for instance. Yes a qualified instructor is important, but it's just sucking up screen time on a DVD. If it really bugs you, throw a printed insert in the case explaining about why you're so awesome.
Be back in a bit, I need to get some coffee.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
The Decemberists
Because I'm a jerk, I've had this song stuck in my head for like three weeks. Thought I'd share. (Try to not get too hung up by the singer looking like he's in mid-stroke... still sounds good.)
Their song "Yankee Bayonet" is also pretty darn good. I do enjoy good duets.
Their song "Yankee Bayonet" is also pretty darn good. I do enjoy good duets.
More Guns
Does not mean more "Gun Violence." Normally I hate stats, but I bulldozed my way through this one just because I like the subject. Imagine that, Helmke lying about something...
Monday, December 27, 2010
More about that stubby...
Showed a drool worthy pic of a stubby breacher shotgun from AAC's facebook page a few days ago.
I asked if they knew anything more about it, turns out to be Remington MCS.
I asked if they knew anything more about it, turns out to be Remington MCS.
Correct, that is a 10" Breacher in a Remington (made by Bladetech) SRD holster. The Kydex holster is designed to clamp the magazine tube/barrel between the fore grip and the frame. It is MOLLE compatable and can swith from right to left handed if you desire.Cool stuff indeed. 10" barrel and one of the sexiest pistol grips I've ever seen on a shotgun.
Ruger AR Uppers
Ruger is now offering the top half of their piston driven AR separately.
Steeply priced at $1500...
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Boberg XR9S
Oleg has some pics and range report goodness. I've been intrigued by this little thing ever since I first heard of it.
It's kind of like a bullpup pistol, with the chamber sitting right above the mag. What does this mean? A 3.35" barrel in a 5.1" package. More accuracy, and more velocity in a gun the size of a .380acp, yet chambered in 9x19mm. The Boberg site can be found here.
It's kind of like a bullpup pistol, with the chamber sitting right above the mag. What does this mean? A 3.35" barrel in a 5.1" package. More accuracy, and more velocity in a gun the size of a .380acp, yet chambered in 9x19mm. The Boberg site can be found here.
M&P15-22 Stubby Mag
I don't know how I missed this, but S&W is offering a short 10 round mag for the little AR clone.
I'll probably snag one or two for bench shooting.
I'll probably snag one or two for bench shooting.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Too funny...
Robb's made more money off his blog this year than the VPC raised in donations.
Of course I have too, just off those Amazon links alone...
Of course I have too, just off those Amazon links alone...
Friday, December 24, 2010
Merry Decemberween to Me
Test fit some parts that came today. They're pretty good looking, better in person.
Truvativ Hussefelt
with a 38 tooth ring and a Howitzer BB
. Pretty beefy and should hold up to my big body thrashing the thing on the trail.
Truvativ Hussefelt
with a 38 tooth ring and a Howitzer BB. Pretty beefy and should hold up to my big body thrashing the thing on the trail.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Blog List
I occasionally catch them in the Sitemeter, but if you link to me on yours, I'd love to return the favor and add your blog to the list over there in the left column. Just let me know.
Quest for Caffiene
Caleb got a Decemberween present. It's plain out awesome, and given my blog's name, I thought you guys may be interested.
Sig .50bmg Pictures
The other day I mentioned Sig is coming out with a .50bmg rifle, among other things. TFB has pictures.
Ruger LCP-CT
Ruger sent out an email yesterday announcing a factory option for the LCP with a factory installed Crimson Trace trigger guard, and included pocket holster.
A laser on such a diminutive gun sounds like a great idea to me, especially with the minuscule and non-adjustable iron sights machined onto the slide.
The pocket holster is also a fantastic thing to throw in, as the majority of these guns will be riding in a pocket at some point, and it's a good idea to keep lint and whatever else pocket crud out of the gun, and more importantly out of the trigger guard.
MSRP for the CT option is $548.00, or $190 over the non-CT version.
A laser on such a diminutive gun sounds like a great idea to me, especially with the minuscule and non-adjustable iron sights machined onto the slide.
The pocket holster is also a fantastic thing to throw in, as the majority of these guns will be riding in a pocket at some point, and it's a good idea to keep lint and whatever else pocket crud out of the gun, and more importantly out of the trigger guard.
MSRP for the CT option is $548.00, or $190 over the non-CT version.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Rem 700 Bolt on Bolt Handle
From Kinetic Research Group.
The "Bolt Lift" is exactly that, a bolt on oversized bolt handle for the Remington 700 rifle that requires no modifications to the rifle. Currently only in black, but Tan and OD likely in the future.
(H/T SSD)
The "Bolt Lift" is exactly that, a bolt on oversized bolt handle for the Remington 700 rifle that requires no modifications to the rifle. Currently only in black, but Tan and OD likely in the future.
(H/T SSD)
Son of Guns
Looks like there's a new gun related show coming out next month. Discover Channel is premiering "Son of Gun" on January 24. The show looks to be following a similar format to the handful of random manufacturing businesses they follow around for a few wacky antics filled episodes. This time it's Red Jacket Firearms, known for doing Saiga conversions and suppressors (apparently even 12ga cans... come to think of it, a suppressed SBS Saiga 12 would be quite awesome...)
If nothing else, it's nice to see firearms getting more mainstream.
If nothing else, it's nice to see firearms getting more mainstream.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Lancer L5 AWM
Lancer Systems have announced a new polymer AR15 magazine to be officially announced at SHOT (well, pricing and availability to be announced then.)
The "Advanced Warfighter Magazine" looks to be an evolution of their current translucent polymer mags, with a more robust feed lip assembly and improved floorplate for easier disassembly.
The follower is supposed to be an anti-tilt design, which if true would alleviate my biggest complaint about their current generation of translucent mags. (I can get pictures of what I mean later tomorrow if people are currious. I've got two Lancers around somewhere.)
The body is also textured for better handling.
The "Advanced Warfighter Magazine" looks to be an evolution of their current translucent polymer mags, with a more robust feed lip assembly and improved floorplate for easier disassembly.
The follower is supposed to be an anti-tilt design, which if true would alleviate my biggest complaint about their current generation of translucent mags. (I can get pictures of what I mean later tomorrow if people are currious. I've got two Lancers around somewhere.)
The body is also textured for better handling.
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