Guns & Loads

Outfit My Rig!

BrianLynn — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:55:08 -0400

After being without a truck for some months, I finally bit the bullet and bought a used 2001 Chevy Blazer LT. While I'd prefer a truck, the Blazer fit the four requirements I had: four-wheel drive, big enough to haul the dog, room/a place to put the kiddo's car seat and within my budget (those aren't listed in any particular order, by the way...).

What accessories have you SUV (and truck/car guys) enjoyed the most? Are there certain brands you like better than others? Are there budget-saving brands/ideas out there? I want to hear some thoughts on how best to outfit this baby for hunting, fishing and dog training.

Below are some ideas on things I might want to add on, please let me know what, if anything, I'm missing and/or things that really aren't worth it.

Sunstein on Hunting and Animal Rights

BrianLynn — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:01:24 -0400

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In the Gun Shots blog, John Haughey, and by proxy, Alan Clemons, does a great job outlining the danger Cass Sunstein, Obama's pick to head the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (for which he might be confirmed as early as today), poses to hunting and how/why hunting and firearm organizations oppose his nomination.

I thought I'd take it a step farther and provide you with the source material, straight from the horse's mouth, and some of the highlights from his University of Chicago White Paper (along with some of my own comments), entitled "The Rights of Animals: A Very Short Primer".

Great First Deer Guns

outdoorlife-editor — Tue, 19 May 2009 11:38:20 -0400

Starting off with the right gun can ensure both success and a lifetime of hunting enjoyment.

DIY Gun Rack

outdoorlife-editor — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:31:38 -0400

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SHOT 2009: Merkel Rifles

BrianLynn — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:23:51 -0500

The new Model 1770 Hunting Repeater centerfire rifle in .223 Rem. incorporates the company’s first new action in 30 years. This new design uses six locking lugs for added strength and reliability, as well as a short 60-degree bolt lift to deliver fast and smooth loading.

SHOT Show 2009: New Rifles

BrianLynn — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:11:31 -0500

Here's a sneak peek at this year's hottest new rifles!

SHOT 2009: Winchester Rifles

BrianLynn — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:04:09 -0500

For 2009, Winchester will add two new models to the Model 70 bolt-action rifle lineup that was introduced last year. The Model 70 Coyote Light has been trimmed down to reduce unnecessary bulk without sacrificing performance. The matte-blued receiver and medium-heavy fluted stainless-steel barrel mount into a skeletonized aluminum bedding block that is set into a lightweight carbon-fiber composite Bell & Carlson stock. Flow-through vents on the forend reduce weight and promote barrel cooling.

SHOT 2009: Weatherby Rifles

BrianLynn — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:53:50 -0500

A number of new models enter the Weatherby lineup this year, along with an enhanced trigger assembly on both new and existing Vanguard model rifles and a simple drop-in kit that will allow Vanguard owners to convert their blind magazine rifles to a detachable box magazine system. All Vanguard rifles will now be equipped with a factory-tuned precision trigger assembly that is fully adjustable for sear engagement (supplied factory settings will be .008 to .014) and let off weight (factory settings will average 3.15 pounds). Each sear and trigger is hand-honed and manually inspected.

SHOT 2009: Ruger Rifles

BrianLynn — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:05:02 -0500

SHOT 2009: Marlin Rifles

BrianLynn — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:36:20 -0500