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The Simplest Way to Measure Your Rifle’s Twist Rate

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

Your barrels twist rate is important when trying to stabilize bullets. The measurement is very simple and can be done at home with what you already have. […]

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How to Make Your Own Bench Block: Home Gunsmithing

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

The bench block is an essential tool for your home gunsmithing bench. There are a ton of options but making one at home is easy and inexpensive. […]

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Book Review: RIMFIRE REVOLUTION-A Complete Guide to Modern .22 Rifles

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

Rimfire Revolution: A Complete Guide to Modern .22 Rifles by Michael R. Shea is a great book for those looking to up their rimfire game. Countless books have been written about rimfire rifles, but this one is different. It gives you a look at ammunition, rifles, scopes, and much more that are available on the […]

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The Pursuit of Rimfire Accuracy Part One: The CZ 457

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

If looking for an accurate rimfire look no further than the CZ 457. With some at-home adjustments, it’s a tack driver. Rimfire accuracy has come a long way. […]

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How to Sight in Your Hunting Rifle: Maximum Point Blank Range (MPBR)

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

Maximum Point Blank Range is the maximum range that a shooter can aim dead on and hit within the target animal’s vital area. […]

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How to Use French Red Stock Filler

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

French Red Stock Filler great tool to help finish your gunstock. This is an great alternative to wet sanding your stock trying to fill the grain. […]

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How to Calculate Sight Height with a Scope

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

Your sight height is the height above the centerline of the bore. The calculation is easy and requires a set of calipers and removal of the stock. […]

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Primers: Everything You Need to Know About Cartridge Ignition

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

Primers are an essential component of the self-contained cartridge. They are responsible for reliably igniting the powder charge and ensuring safe function. […]

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Should You Clean a New Gun Before Firing It?

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

You need to clean a new gun before firing it. Guns ship with factory oils and grease on them leftover from the manufacturing that can damage you or your gun. […]

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Book Review: CHASSEPOT TO FAMAS

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Kurt Martonik

CHASSEPOT TO FAMAS by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons fame, is a great addition to any home library. If you have any interest in French military rifles this is pretty much your only source of information. […]

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