Miscellaneous
Selecting Cartridge and Caliber
Long Range Cartridge/Caliber Selection by Lucas Beitner Trying new cartridges is one of the most interesting aspects of shooting. Most every cartridge has its application or “place”. It seems many are confused when it comes to selecting a cartridge and caliber. Questions like “what’s the best caliber?” are very common. No one likes to [...]
Great web sites for accessories
I was surfing and found a couple of sites worth sharing. They were MidwayUSA.com and BoydsGunStocks.com. I located a really nice Thumbhole Sporter laminated Pepperwood stock for my old Mauser actioned 8mm/06. Finished it myself and it really looks nice. The stock was 98% finished and only $86.00 to my door. eBay and [...]
How to make Ballistics Gel
Try to use gelatin powder made specifically for ballistics use, which is manufactured by Kind & Knox. However, the powder has to be special ordered in bulk and is expensive. Consider using plain Knox gelatin off the supermarket shelf. It costs approximately $10.00 USD and will suffice for home usage and all practical purposes. Mix [...]
Gun Control
Whether you agree or not, it’s an interesting lesson in history. Something to think about… In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control. From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. ——————————————————– In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915 to 1917, 1.5 million Armenians, unable [...]
