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A rifle is a firearm designed to be fired from the shoulder, with a barrel that has a helical groove or pattern of grooves ("rifling") cut into the barrel walls. The raised areas of the rifling are called "lands," which make contact with the projectile (for small arms usage, called a bullet), imparting spin around an axis corresponding to the orientation of the weapon. When the projectile leaves the barrel, the conservation of angular momentum improves accuracy and range, in the same way that a properly thrown American football or rugby ball behaves. The word "rifle" originally referred to the grooving, and a rifle was called a "rifled gun." Rifles are used in warfare, hunting and shooting sports. Typically, a bullet is propelled by the contained deflagration of an explosive compound (originally black powder, later cordite, and now nitrocellulose), although other means such as compressed air are used in air rifles, which are popular for vermin control, hunting small game, and casual shooting ("plinking"). In most armed forces the term "gun" is incorrect when referring to small arms; in the military, the word "gun" means an artillery piece or crew-served machine gun. Furthermore, in many works of fiction a rifle refers to any weapon that has a stock and is shouldered before firing, even if the weapon is not rifled or does not fire solid projectiles. (e.g. a "laser rifle") Rifles traditionally fired a single projectile with each pull of the trigger. Modern assault rifles are capable of firing in bursts or fully automatic modes, and thus overlap somewhat with machine guns. In fact, many light machine guns (such as the Russian RPK) are adaptations of existing assault rifle designs. Generally, the difference between an automatic rifle and a machine gun comes down to weight and feed system; rifles, with their relatively light components (which overheat quickly) and small magazines, are incapable of sustained automatic fire in the way that machine guns are. While machine guns may require more than one operator, the rifle is an individual weapon.
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1. Leupold Mark 2 quality
November 05, 2009
The Leupold Mark 2 Rifle Scope has been introduced by Leupold in order to meet the needs of the law enforcement and military professionals that require high quality optical products at affordable prices.
The Leupold Mark 2 range of products include Leupold 3-9x40mm Hunter, Leupold 1.5-4x20mm, Leupold 3-9x40mm T2, Leupold 6-18x40mm Adjustable Objective T1 riflescopes and Leupold 4-12x40mm Adjustable Objective T2.
The military professionals as well as the law enforcement need the riffle scopes as tools the need to rely on when it comes to dangerous situations. The Leupold Mark 2 rifle... (read more)
Author: Greg Wilenius
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2. Leupold Rifle Scopes made perfect
November 05, 2009
Originating from Portland, Oregon, Leupold was founded by a German immigrant named Fred Leupold in 1907. This great company creates high performance optics for wildlife observation as well as shooting sports, military and law enforcement communities. Today, Leupold has gone very far from their beginnings in 1907. They have gained much experience from working with the U.S. Army and the Navy on high quality optics for all uses needed. Quality is a must with Leupold, from creating waterproof optics to advanced hunting scopes Leupold has conquered it all. Leupold has a kind of commitment no other ... (read more)
Author: Greg Wilenius
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3. Leupold Mark 4 rifle scope
November 05, 2009
In the world of precision shooting, few names are more synonymous with quality than Leupold. For greater than a century, Leupold has been manufacturing exceptional long-range optical equipment. Leupold rifle scopes are highly regarded within the military and law enforcement communities, with the Leupold Mark 4 rifle scope line becoming a particular favorite of those within the US Armed Forces, Special Forces units, and many Federal and State law enforcement sniper teams. Hunters and those within the world of competitive shooting also hold Leupold Mark 4 rifle scopes in particularly high reg... (read more)
Author: Greg Wilenius
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4. Sighting In a Riflescope
November 04, 2009
Sighting In Your Scope
You now have your new scope just installed on your rifle and are ready to do some shooting. There is just one problem...that is the scope will normally not hit anywhere near your aim point unless you sight in your scope. The first step in this process is to bore sight your scope using a bore sight tool designed just for this purpose. Bore sighting is simply a means of aiming the bore of the rifle at the aim point (bullseye or any other spot on the target).
With the bore sight tool projecting a laser beam at the aim point the scope can then be adjusted with the... (read more)
Author: Raymond Berg
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5. Ammunition Has Several Applications in the Weapons Used in War
November 04, 2009
Ammunition is a generic term that is derived from French language. It includes all the material used for war, in time it is referred to gunpowder and artillery specifically. It is also referred as ammo. Munitions is the collective name for all types of ammunition. It covers everything that is used in battle like the bombs, warheads, missiles, and mines which the munitions factories will manufacture. The main purpose of the ammunition is to impart force against a selected target. Its use also includes the combat support or delivery munitions such as the incendiary compounds or pyrotechnic.
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Author: rosere gnault
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6. Choosing Your Night Vision Equipment
October 27, 2009
Approximately half of the hours in a day take place overnight, when it is almost pitch black outside. Nearly all outdoor activities generally stop when the sun sets because human beings have poor natural night vision without the aid of some sort of artificial light. Most people just put up with this reality simply due to the fact that people are not aware that affordable night vision products are widely available. Contrary to popular belief, night vision products are available to the general public. Most people are under the false impression that these types of devices can only be lega... (read more)
Author: Shawn Robinson
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7. Natchez Trace State Park located in Henderson County Tennessee
October 27, 2009
With the many acres of scenic woodlands, the park includes four lakes, a swimming beach, a 47 room resort inn and restaurant complex, cabins, group lodge, camping areas, picnicking sites, playgrounds, a ball field, a regulation pistol and rifle firing range, picturesque hiking trails, a wrangler camp, 250 miles of horse riding trails, a park store, and archery range. Located at I-40, exit 116, this area is composed of a State Park, State Forest and a WMA with a total of 48,000 acres. The Tennessee Division of State Parks, Tennessee Division of Forestry and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agen... (read more)
Author: Brad Mays
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8. What To Look For When Purchasing Used Hunting Rifles
October 26, 2009
Purchasing inexpensive used hunting rifles may be very tempting especially when they're of high condition. Price is not everything all the time, however.
Before you truly pay for such guns you have got to make sure that they match your hunting needs (i.e. have sufficient firepower) so that you can really make a purchase that you're delighted with.
Though you're specifically searching for used hunting rifles and despite the fact that they usually sell refurbished and maintained you'll still want to keep an eye on few particular points of view of the rifle.
As an example, you ma... (read more)
Author: Ionel Roman
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9. Learn How To Store Your Rifle Safely
October 22, 2009
The bulk of individuals who reside in America have around one or more rifles or other kinds of guns. A few will utilize them for hunting but others will keep them in their home as a form of security. It is a great responsibility to own these weapons because of how dangerous they can be when they are in the wrong hands. When you have any type of gun it is important that you keep it in a place where criminals and youngsters cannot discover it.
The day you purchase your rifle you must also purchase a gun safe to store them in. These are available in contrasting sizes that will store either ... (read more)
Author: Naomi West
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10. The Basic Workings of Airsoft Guns
October 22, 2009
Airsoft guns are the newest rage in the army and police simulation game world. Every one is uniquely designed with numerous parts and the more expensive models can be as complicated as a real rifle or pistol. Spring action, gas, and electric are the three kinds of mechanisms used to launch these guns. They use 6mm or 8mm pellet ammo which are often made of hard plastic and 6mm paintball pellets can also be used if the player prefers. The advantage of the paintball pellets is that players know who have been shot and where while playing with paintball guns. With airsoft guns the game is pla... (read more)
Author: Sean Summers
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11. Guide to Air Rifle Safety injuries & accidents
October 22, 2009
No one wants to suffer a needless injury, and certainly no one wants to suffer a severe injury that is the result of neglect. The important words here are “needless” and “neglect.” They infer that someone either did something that he or she should not have done, or they were derelict in their responsibilities, and it led to something going seriously wrong. Actually, something doesn't have to go seriously wrong. After all, who likes to have a near miss, particularly when weapons are involved?
When it comes to an air rifle, many of the injuries and accidents that occur happen when there is ... (read more)
Author: shaikh saddam
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12. The Most Important Piece of Hunting Equipment
October 22, 2009
Over the years there have been arguments that will last longer than life itself. Which came first, the chicken or the egg? If a tree falls in the forest and nobody is around to hear it, does it really make a sound? Through all walks of life there are conundrums that can only be answered by individuals that are brave enough to make the choice. But then, there will always be the question…..are these choices correct? They are for them, but not necessarily for anyone else. It’s these choices that make everyone one of us hunters that can’t wait to get out in the field and participate in the ... (read more)
Author: Bob Darrah
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13. Ways to Use Airsoft Sniper Rifles Efficiently
October 22, 2009
There are certain times when using a sniper rifle is particulary advantageous in an airsoft game. The best time to use a sniper is in long games; that is, ones that last many hours or even days, and feature the use of medics and lots of players at once. While you can technically use a sniper rifle in nearly any situation, the reason it is best to use it here is because you have a wide area to scope out, and the support offered by a sniper can be critical in certain situations.
The advantages that come from being a sniper are numerous. For one, you are essentially out of the range of ... (read more)
Author: Justin Kander
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14. Non-Lethal Thermal Laser prototype only works on nudists
October 16, 2009
Non-lethal weapons are intended to have reversible effects on personnel and material. They provide soldiers with another option when lethal force isn’t considered to be the best first response to a situation.
One non-lethal weapon prototype that is being evaluated by U.S. military is the Thermal Laser System, which attaches to a rifle and uses a laser to create a heating sensation to repel adversaries. Unfortunately, current trials indicate that clothing nullifies the weapon's effectiveness.
The U.S. military is well known for dreaming up new media-savvy euphemisms – ‘friendly fire’... (read more)
Author: Shane Ennerson
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15. Taxpayer Advocate - Customer Service at the IRS
October 08, 2009
Every business has a department that deals with complaints from customers. At the IRS, this department is known as the taxpayer advocate office.
Advocating for You
The purpose of the taxpayer advocate office is to provide taxpayers with a friendly source to handle customer service issues. The office is run independent of the IRS and has offices at every IRS center in the nation. The taxpayer advocate has a stated goal of resolving your problem with the IRS in seven short days. It doesn’t always happen, but it is a nice goal.
The taxpayer advocate has a surprising amount of power. Th... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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16. Choosing the Right Rifle Scope can be Hit or Miss
October 02, 2009
In recent years, sportsmen have increasingly been leaning toward rifle scopes that use high powered magnification. It isn't unusual to find magnification rates of 6x-24x, or occasionally higher. While "the more power the better" idea is generally common in areas like vehicle horsepower, it's often a miscalculation for sportsmen to follow this idea in their sport hunting.
The old "gold standard" for scope magnification level, at least when hunting deer, was 3-9x. Employing a power of 3x, a sportsman is able to accurately take close shots at less than 50 yards, a common distance when dee... (read more)
Author: Shawn Robinson
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17. Swiss Army Watch: Peerless Keeper Of Time
October 01, 2009
The soldier released his parachute mid-air. He reaches the ground and wades through a murky swamp, making sure to raise his rifle above his head. He uses his compass to move towards the coordinates he was given. Then, he peers through his binoculars and sees the fortress that he and his battalion have to storm for a search and rescue mission. After surveying the place for a few minutes, he grabs the communications receiver attached his uniform belt and calls headquarters. They inform him that he and his battalion have to strike at exactly 16:00. The soldier looks at his wrist, only to discover... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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18. Tips For Choosing The Perfect Rifle Scope
September 29, 2009
The task of choosing a new rifle scope isn't the easiest thing in the whole world. Over the last few years there have been so many new scopes released to the market it can make choosing a new one very, very tough. Each new scope claims to be superior to all other scopes in terms of precision and accuracy. On top of that a good rifle scope doesn't come cheap - many of them are several hundred dollars. Just remember a high price tag does not always equal a high quality scope. There are some simple tips you can follow to avoid being taken for a ride when buying your new scope.
Always be on... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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19. Tips For Buying Your Next Swift Rifle Scope
September 29, 2009
When you're ready to buy your next rifle scope it's important to consider that Swift offer a wide variety of scopes that are ideal for many different types of hunting and shooting. One of the most popular scopes that Swift offer, and one that is proving very popular with hunters everywhere, is the Swift 676 Premier series of scope. This scope has tons of features but amongst the best of these are a 4-12x40 adjustable objective lens as well as speed focus. Not only that but this scopes is also waterproof and multi-coated - making it extremely tough.
One of the best things about this scope... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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20. Tips For Buying Weaver Rifle Scopes
September 29, 2009
Weaver rifle scopes have been around for quite some time. As a matter of fact they were introduced as far back as 1930 and ever since Weaver has become a very well known brand name in the world of hunting and shooting. Like many other rifle scope companies over the years Weaver has felt the pinch of competition despite a long and established history of producing quality products. Weaver itself was sold on in the late 1990s and shortly afterwards was bought by a company called Meade who made it their mission to modernize the entire Weaver scope range.
For many years the most popular Weav... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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21. Tips For Buying Burris Rifle Scopes
September 29, 2009
Shopping for and choosing a new rifle scope can be a bit of a headache at times. If you currently find yourself in that situation then Burris should figure heavily in your consideration for a new scope. They offer a wide variety of options and it's easy enough to find one of their scopes at very reasonable prices.
First off the the list that might peak your interest is the Burris 2-7x35mm Ballistic Plex. This model comes with a lifetime warranty and fully multi-coated lenses as well as fast focus and click adjustments. Retailing for about $170 this model offers great value which is provi... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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22. Tips For Buying A Leupold Rifle Scope
September 29, 2009
Leupold have never been lazy when it comes to producing great rifle scopes but their new models are really taking the rifle scope market by storm. Their new VX-III is definitely a scope that is more than worth checking out - even by Leupold standards. Actually, the VX-III replaced the old Vari-XIII line of Leupold rifle scopes and for awhile it had more than one shooting fan upset at the thought that their old favourite was being replaced without much apparent thought.
Testing of the new Leupold scopes revealed that these scopes were more than just show, especially with the VX-III. A lot ... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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23. Tips For Buying A Bsa Rifle Scope
September 29, 2009
If you're currently in the market for a great scope at a great price then you should really take a look at some of the newer BSA scopes; especially models like the Sweet 17. This particular scope has a 50mm lens with a variable 3 to 12 x 40 mm power. Other neat features include target grade turrets and a top turret which you can set by simply turning the dial for whatever range you want to target; all nice and easy to use.
The new Sweet 17 scope is priced to accommodate pretty much every budget out there. It does this by offering 4 different options. At the lower (some would say cheaper)... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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24. The Right Decoy Fools Those Ducks Every Time
September 29, 2009
The first use of decoys as a means of attracting ducks and geese is credited to the North American Aboriginal Indians who used crude decoys to help lure birds within net or spear range. The earliest confirmed decoys, found in a Nevada cave, date back to more than 2000 years ago. Speculation though among archeologists suggests that decoys may have been used as many as 8,000 years ago prior to that.
While the materials and manufacturing methods have changed and evolved considerably in last couple of millennia, the concepts of duck and bird decoys have changed little. And the modern duck dec... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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25. The Exciting Airsoft Sniper Rifle Part One Part Two
September 29, 2009
The Airsoft Sniper Rifle has become a very popular weapon of choice for the veteran Airsoft warrior. Arguably one of the most powerful Airsoft guns in the industry, the sniper rifle is designed to propel the plastic bbs at a high velocity with stunning accuracy.
It is extremely important for the Airsoft sniper to choose the right rifle. There are several reputable manufacturers who produce different model lines of Airsoft Sniper Rifles. Some with such detail that they are very difficult to distinguish from their real “steel” counterparts. The Airsoft Sniper Rifle is available to the consu... (read more)
Author: William Doyle
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