MOE of Ruger's AR-556 Part I
Feel free to skip this storm narrative and go right to the Ruger firearm information that follows. The Sunday night storm took us by surprise. The weather shifted from a cool autumn evening with a forecast of moderate rain to torrential rainfall, flash flood warnings and rumbling thunder that shook […] [Read More]
The Ruger Custom Shop Doug Koenig Competition SR1911®
I drive a Ford, wear jeans and a T-shirt and live in the woods. “Sophisticated”, “elegant” and/or “refined” are not typical words heard across the dinner table within the context of firearms. I have a handful of firearms I am happy to own on a permanent basis and they serve […] [Read More]
Ruger's Custom Shop 10/22 Competition Rifle
Higher end firearms can offer greater potential than utility grade firearms; higher levels of performance, higher levels of precision in skilled hands and the presence of unique features tailored to the firearm’s purposes. Ruger’s new Custom Shop firearms clearly fit the description. The 10/22 Competition Rifle is one of two […] [Read More]
243 Winchester
Warning: Bullet selections are specific, and loads are not valid with substitutions of different bullets of the same weight. Variations in bullet length will alter net case capacity, pressure and velocity. Primer selection is specific and primer types are not interchangeable. These are maximum loads in my firearms and may […] [Read More]
The 480 Ruger Super Redhawk Revisited Part I
Editor’s note: I have gotten a little behind in the schedule. Fortunately, Facebook blocked me for posting in violation of community standards i.e. making calm, rational political comment within a thread of like minded people, devoid of personal attacks, foul language, or disrespectful characterizations. Yes, I am a libertarian leaning […] [Read More]
Winchester's Model 70 Safari Express 458 Winchester Magnum Part I
The year 1956 marked the intersection of two Winchester innovations, rifle and cartridge. The heavy hitter Model 70 Winchester, replacing the Model 54 in 1936-1937, was chambered for the 375 H&H. Available in standard and Super Grade version, the 375 H&H after 1937 was supplied with a 25″ barrel. Unfortunately, […] [Read More]
Browning X Bolt Hunter II
The Browning X Bolt Hunter in 30-06 Springfield proved to be a terrific combination. It shot well with factory ammunition, but handloads can sometimes tap into additional potential. In other circumstances, handloading is a path to bullet/powder combination not generally available over the counter. Five bullets were selected; a selection […] [Read More]
Ruger's Mark IV Tactical Pistol
Summer began late this year and definitely has ended early, catching us flat footed; “us” being myself and my better half for over fifty years. The leaves on the maple trees have already begun to turn and the before winter to do list on the kitchen counter became a source […] [Read More]
7x57mm Mauser - Modern Bolt Action
Warning: Bullet selections are specific, and loads are not valid with substitutions of different bullets of the same weight. Variations in bullet length will alter net case capacity, pressure and velocity. Primer selection is specific and primer types are not interchangeable. These are maximum loads in my firearms and may […] [Read More]
30-06 Springfield
Warning: Bullet selections are specific, and loads are not valid with substitutions of different bullets of the same weight. Variations in bullet length will alter net case capacity, pressure and velocity. Primer selection is specific and primer types are not interchangeable. These are maximum loads in my firearms and may […] [Read More]