The Guns That Won the American Revolution
The psychological weapon of the Americans was the hunter's rifle, but victory came from smoothbore muskets The post The Guns That Won the American Revolution appeared first on Outdoor Life.
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The Greatest Guns in American History (That You’ve Mostly Never Heard Of)
These aren't the usual suspects you'll find on a top-10 list The post The Greatest Guns in American History (That You’ve Mostly Never Heard Of) appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Tulsa Man Grabs Gun After Camera Alert, Shoots Intruder Who Kicked In His Front Door
TULSA, OKLA. — A Tulsa homeowner had seconds to make a life-or-death decision early Monday when a burglar kicked in his front door and ended up standing inside his living room. Gavin Bogle told News On 6 he was upstairs playing video games just before midnight Sunday when his surveillance camer...
Cop-Killer Bullets: Gun Control Lie or Actual Threat?
Cop-killer bullets. That’s a pretty inflammatory phrase that is thrown around a lot. It seems to have been invented by hoplophobes and then used by politicians to attack your Second Amendment rights. As a former law enforcement officer myself, I believe the overly emotional descriptor for what ...
POTD: E.A. Prescott Navy Model – Civil War Rimfire Revolver
Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have an E.A. Prescott Navy Model single action revolver manufactured 1861-1863 and chambered in .38 rimfire. Edwin A. Prescott of Worcester, Massachusetts produced these during the Civil War when demand for revolvers far exceeded Colt and Remington...
9 Old Shooting Myths That Too Many Hunters Still Believe
OL's former shooting editor takes on common misconceptions about bullet penetration, shotgun balance and fit, rifle trajectory, and more The post 9 Old Shooting Myths That Too Many Hunters Still Believe appeared first on Outdoor Life.
Tactical Patience
When it comes time to shoot, will you be prepared to deliver the shot you have to? Will you have the skills needed to face down that moment, through all the stress and pressure? Have you invested the time needed to develop these skills so that they click in immediately and without a second though...
POTD: Freeman Army Model – Hoard’s Armory Civil War Innovation
Welcome to today’s Photo of the Day! Here we have a Hoard’s Armory Freeman Army Model percussion revolver manufactured 1863-1865, one of approximately 2,000 made. The Ordnance Department originally ordered 5,000, but the contract wasn’t filled. Some were purchased at state and pri...
A Summary History of Firearm Ammunition
Firearm ammunition has been a fundamental component of both the evolution of firearms and the progression of military, law enforcement, and civilian practices throughout history.
Firestarting 101: How to Start a Fire
In today’s article, skilled outdoorsman Wayne van Zwoll teaches us how to start a fire. This basic survival skill was once commonly held by Americans. In the modern world, fewer men and women understand the basics of firestarting. If you spend any time outside of the house, this is a valuable a...