Ever Expanding Projects
It is late in the evening, actually early in the morning, and I’m hiding behind my computer’s display, trying to get some work done. I always thought I would grow older, life would mellow out and I would have all the time in the world for projects. Apparently, not. Like […] [Read More]
Browning's X Bolt Hunter Part 2
We had our second minor snow fall of the season, but the temperature dropped substantially to a low of 27ºF and a high of 43ºF. Somehow, the 27ºF is when I need to work outside and then I get to watch the snow melt from inside when it is 43ºF. […] [Read More]
Browning's X Bolt Hunter Part 1
Looking at earlier X-Bolt Hunter 300 Winchester Mag and X-Bolt Micro Midas Browning rifles, the current iteration is clearly a better looking firearm. The bluing sheen is toned down a bit and a more brown and less reddish walnut coloration with satin finish gives the Browning classic hunting rifle appeal. […] [Read More]
Remington's 1911RAC
Ammunition shortages and expense, inclement weather, time constraints, and bouts of metrophobia can sometimes get in the way of maintaining firearm proficiency. Dry firing and mouthed sound effects are not always a suitable substitute for live fire. Folks who train aspiring new shooters may choose not to place a loaded […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 700 SPS Varmint Part 2
The 22-250 Remington cartridge was designed for high performance. Outside of the 220 Swift, I can’t think of a faster .224″ round. The SAAMI max pressure is not modest at 65k psi and there are few good loads that do not end up as a case full of powder. It […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 700 SPS Varmint Part 1
History will hold that the arrival of the Internet, as a commercial enterprise, marked the downfall of civilization. No invention has contributed more to the loss of civility, more to the dissemination of incorrect information or has done more to damage the fabric of society. The Internet is the inferior […] [Read More]
The Stevens Model 555 12 gauge Over & Under
Stevens is a familiar and well established name. A Savage brand since 1920, the Stevens’ name is synonymous with the company’s value priced firearms, and in use with varying frequency for nearly 100 years. The subject shotgun, the Stevens Model 555, was introduced in July, 2014 as suitable for clays […] [Read More]
Remington's Model 700 Long Range
I’ve owned a number of 300 RUM chambered Remington firearms; CDL and Sendero types. This one is quite different, and I mean that in a good way. I like the alloy steel and all black finish. A rifle of this type should be all black with non-reflective surfaces and I […] [Read More]
Remington's Express™ XP Tactical
Remington’s Express™ XP Tactical is a .177 caliber, break barrel, single shot, spring-piston air rifle. It is rated for 1,300 fps with alloy pellets, capable of generating 23 ft-lbs of kinetic energy. Packaged with a 3x – 9x x 32mm scope and mounting hardware, all that is necessary to put […] [Read More]
Thompson / Center Impact .50 Cal Muzzleloader Part 2
As suggested in Part 1, the Thompson Center low cost Impact muzzleloader is a well made firearm. Unfortunately, the rifle was only shot at 50 yards with open sights and my eyesight which, of course, demonstrates little regarding the rifle’s mechanical accuracy. As promised, a scope was installed, A Burris […] [Read More]