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Nerf released the fully-automatic N-StrikeVulcan EBF-25 just in time for Christmas 2008. It was the best Christmas gift EVER! Nerf has created the coolest toy dart gun in the history of man-kind! The N-StrikeVulcan is a chain gun capable of firing 3 darts per second that “whistle” as they fly through the air, adding the sound effects of bullets “whistling” past. The only downside to the Vulcan is the chain only holds 25 darts, giving you less than 10 seconds of continuous firing. We have had a few minor issues with the chain jumping the track but it has been quickly and easily repairable. Over all, the N-StrikeVulcan EBF-25 is not only aesthetically appealing, it is oozing with battle-ready awesomeness!

Nerf has also created a “Sniper” rifle, the Longshot CS-6. I received the Longshot as a Christmas present from my son. This gun breaks down just like the guns in movies! The butt of the Longshot CS-6 extends, there are two legs that drop down like kick-stands, the end of the barrel detaches for easy storage or for use as a single shot pistol! A detachable scope is included, as well as 2 clips, one of which can be stored in the butt of the rifle! This rifle is an excellent shot as long as your darts are in great condition. Sadly once one dart got stepped on they all started jamming. I have had to pull darts out of the barrel multiple times, and I have even had a couple get stuck behind the bolt. I do not suggest the gun for anyone who is impatient. If the bolt won't slide forward into the lock position, STOP, open the door covering the chamber, and figure out what the problem is. Do not try to force the Longshot CS-6 to do anything, and be sure to be on the roof, in a tree or anywhere where you will not be in the crossfire, otherwise you will die while trying to un-jam it. I still think it is awesome though and may even sleep with it by my side, it is so cool.

Nerf has been manufacturing the 6-shot Revolver for awhile now, but this is the first time one has graced our home with its presence. The N-Strike Maverick 6-shot pistol comes with suction cup darts that stick to just about any flat surface. The aim is incredibly accurate up to approximately 25 feet. Nerf designed the Revolver with a chamber that pops out the side for easy reloading and it will fire as fast as you can cock it. Bonuses include the ability to use just about any Nerf darts, and it has not jammed once. The N-Strike Maverick is the most reliable Nerf gun we own.

Nerf has designed their N-Strike line to include technical rails, giving you the ability to customize your gun with add-ons. Nerf has created tactical flashlight, scope, and laser-sight attachments. The N-StrikeVulcan EBF-25 has 3 technical rails providing you the ability to add all 3 attachments! Nerf's Longshot CS-6 has one technical rail and comes with the scope attachment. Unfortunately the scope is horribly inaccurate and there is no way to calibrate it. The N-Strike Maverick is designed with one technical rail. Rail attachments are easily switched out, so it doesn't hurt to get all three.

Nerf has teamed up with EA Games and Nintendo Wii to provide yet another awesome addition to their N-Strike series. NerfN-Strike the game! That's right you can now play with dart guns on your Wii console. If you enter the code from your real-life guns you can even use them in the game.

I can't wait to give the game a try. For now though, I am happy with the army crawling and trench battles occurring in the living room. Thank goodness for foam darts that do not break things. Speaking of which, I need to go shoot my husband now!

Lockheed Martin has won a $3.93 million contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop high-tech rifle-scope attachment. Designed to improve marksmanship over distances of between three and 600 meters, the Dynamic Image Gunsight Optic (DInGO) system combines a low power laser rangefinder, an embedded ballistics computer and onboard sensors that determine wind and other environmental effects.

Based on the One Shot Advanced Sighting System, DInGO calculates the range, digitally zooms in on the target and automatically transmits crosswind information to a long-range sniper’s scope, modifying the crosshairs to display the bullet’s exact point-of-impact.

Lockheed Martin says the goal is to provide soldiers with accurate targeting while maintaining optical resolution and without the need to change scopes.

“Current scopes are optimized for a single target range, impacting soldiers’ effectiveness and survivability when engaging targets at different distances during a single mission,” said Dan Schultz, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin’s Mission Systems & Sensors Ship & Aviation Systems business. “DInGO will solve this problem, significantly increasing soldiers’ ability to rapidly reconfigure optics for use from short to long ranges and improving marksmanship capabilities for all soldiers.”

The nine-month Phase 1 contract will see the DInGO system developed for use on M-4 and M-16 automatic rifles.

Recently Lockheed Martin has also applied the One Shot crosswind measurement technology in a prototype spotter scope. The company says tactical field tests in December 2009 showed that snipers were able to engage targets twice as quickly and increase their probability of a first-round hit by a factor of two at distances beyond 1,000 meters.

Via: Lockheed Martin.

Nattawut's response was not immediately known. Calls to his phone went unanswered.

The U.N. high commissioner for human rights called for restraint on both sides and more talks.

“To prevent further loss of life, I appeal to the protesters to step back from the brink, and the security forces to exercise maximum restraint,” commissioner Navi Pillay said in a statement from Geneva. “Ultimately, this situation can only be resolved by negotiation.”

At dawn Tuesday, security forces arrested a 12-year-old boy for allegedly setting fire to four empty townhouses adjacent to a branch of the Bangkok Bank, television stations reported, showing flames shooting into the sky.

The Bangkok Bank is one of the targets of the protesters who claim it has close connections to the government.

The political conflict is Thailand's deadliest and most prolonged in decades, and each passing day of violence deeply divides in this nation of 65 million – a key U.S. ally and Southeast Asia's second-largest economy.

It was not clear how many people were left at the Rajprasong camp, but the government said 3,000 people remained, down from 5,000 on Sunday and 10,000 last week. The numbers could not be independently confirmed.

It was unknown how many were rioting outside the main protest zone.

Some protesters commandeered a fuel tanker from a gasoline station and pushed it to the middle of the key Rama IV road that has become a battleground. The protesters tried to set it ablaze with a burning tire and fireworks, but were deterred by troops.

Also Monday, the so-called military strategist of the Red Shirts, who was shot in the head in an apparent sniper attack last week, succumbed to his injuries.

The shooting last Thursday of Maj. Gen. Khattiya Sawasdiphol had sparked the latest unrest, and his death raised fears violence could get worse.

Another Red Shirt leader, Jatuporn Prompan, said the only hope now to end the violence was intervention by Thailand's revered King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

The 82-year-old monarch, hospitalized since September, has remained publicly silent on the crisis, unlike decades past when he stepped in to stop bloodshed.

Authorities have not spelled out what would happen after the deadline to leave the encampment, but there are concerns it could precede a crackdown. Still, previous such deadlines have been ignored without consequences.

A previous army attempt to disperse the protesters on April 10 – when they had congregated in a different area of Bangkok – left 25 people dead.

According to government figures, 66 people have died and more than 1,600 have been wounded since the Red Shirts began their protests in March.

Days of prolonged fighting and disruption to normal city life have taken their toll on Bangkok residents. Most shops, hotels and businesses near the protest area are shut and long lines formed at supermarkets outside the protest zone as people rushed to stock up on food. The city's two mass transit systems remained closed Monday.

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Associated Press writers Denis D. Gray, Jocelyn Gecker, Thanyarat Doksone, and Chris Blake contributed to this report. Additional research by Warangkana Tempati and Sinfah Tunsarawuth.

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Winchester Rifle Reviews

The KJW M700 Gas Airsoft Sniper Rifle is a perfect rifle for professionals as well as the beginners. This is a reliable gun and the accuracy of the shoot is fairly high. With a little practice you are sure to hit the target and in course of time you will turn in to an aggressive sharp shooter. Even if you accidentally trigger it there is nothing to worry. This will not pierce in to the flesh. But it causes some pain just like the paintball. In my opinion there is no doubt that M700 is the indisputable leader among the gas fueled rifles.

This is the number one Airsoft sniper rifle in America and its popularity is soaring everyday. This clearly indicates that it is only because of the performance that this foreign product is well accepted by the Americans. This is fueled by gas. The Kuan Ju Works M700 is a perfect take down sniper rifle. This is a bit longer in size. The good news is that it can be broken into two parts making it easy for transportation. This looks and feels great.

This was my first personal sniper rifle and I was in total awe of this gun. This is wonderfully constructed with a sturdy metallic material. This is durable and lasts long. Till now I am totally satisfied with this gun and I haven't yet faced any problem with it. Trust me it is a no problem sniper rifle and does not need any special maintenance. The bolt can be easily detached for cleaning. The KJW M700 Gas Airsoft Sniper Rifle weighs about 7.5 pounds and the speed is breath taking. If you want to have some real action then this is the ideal rifle for you.

One of the distinguishing features of this gun from other gas rifle is that in KJW M700 the gas is stocked in a separable 10 round magazine and not a separate gas cylinder. You will observe that after firing for the initial 500 to 1000 rounds the performance of the rifle steadily increases. For maximum velocity 0.2g BB gives best result. But if you are aiming for accuracy at long range then it is advisable to go for 0.3g BB and 0.28g BB. Care should be taken while loading the BB and make sure that there is no gap left in the magazine. Even if the gun is not fully loaded it gives superior performance.

A night vision rifle scope is a great accessory to have if you frequently hunt at night. If you want to buy one of these scopes, you will need to consider a few things beforehand. Some of these include speed, type, lens, and generation. This article will give you a few tips for buying a night vision rifle scope.

Speed

One of the first things you need to consider when buying a night vision rifle scope is the speed of your prey. If you opt to buy a cheap design, you will have a hard time aiming at fast moving animals. Fast movement will smear the image in the sight making it impossible to aim. Therefore, make sure you buy a quality night vision rifle scope if you hunt fast animals like deer.

Type

One of the next things that you need to consider when buying a night vision rifle scope is the type. You can choose to get a passive or an active scope. A passive night vision rifle scope will only amplify the surrounding light. Active scopes electronically enhance images on your scope. You will need to make sure you keep spare batteries around because active systems need to be powered.

Lens

You will also need to consider the type of lens you get when you buy a night vision rifle scope. If you need to spot targets that are far away, you will need a more powerful lens. However, you should be aware that this higher magnification will be at the expense of light. Therefore, you will need to decide if you want better magnification or illumination when you choose the lens for the night vision rifle scope.

Generation

When you buy a night vision rifle scope, you will have the choice between three generations. First generation scopes will provide a clear image as long as there is a full moon outside. A second generation night vision rifle scope will give you increased clarity, however they are more expensive. Third generation scopes can be used even during cloudy nights. They will provide the best clarity, but they will be more expensive.

Uses

One of the final things you should consider when you buy a night vision rifle scope is how you can use it. If possible, you should choose a scope that you can also used as a standard scope. This will allow you to switch the night vision rifle scope off, and use it in the daytime. This will keep you from having to use two different scopes.

These are a few tips for buying a night vision rifle scope. If you normally hunt fast prey, then make sure you get a high quality scope so the image won't smear. Also, an active night vision rifle scope will electronic enhance the images, but you will need to provide them battery power unlike the passive variety.

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Choosing the ideal deer hunting rifle can be a daunting task. With scores of guns and caliber choices it easy to become frustrated with the process. Here are some simple steps to make the process of choosing a rifle for deer hunting or other big game animals easier.

The first step in any purchase should be to determine how much you can afford to spend. The Harrington and Richardson Handi-Rifle at around $200 is probably the least expensive new rifle on the market. Used bolt and other action rifles begin around the $300 mark. This area is the minimum amount of money you will need to come up with. Unless you know someone who has a reason to give you a good deal (family, friends, etc.) be suspect of used rifles being sold much cheaper. Once you have determined the amount that you can spend it is time for the next step.

Choosing a caliber is one subject that everyone has an opinion on. But the truth is that a multitude of calibers will get the job done. Everything on Earth has been taken with stones, clubs, spears, and arrows so regardless of what you are told any rifle can get the job done. While I wouldn't want to elk hunt with a .22 Hornet, I guarantee if I was starving it would kill an elk. I recommend that hunters stick with common calibers as it is easier to find ammo for them. For deer hunting at a short distance in the brush the 30-30 Winchester is about ideal and for hunting in a mixture of field and forest the 308 Winchester, 270 Winchester, and 30-06 Springfield are fine. The magnums from various manufacturers are overkill for most hunting situations, but the more common ones are suitable choices as well. Other common choices that will work just fine include the .243 Winchester, 25-06 Remington, 7mm Mauser (7×57), 280 Remington.

Next, choose an action that will meet your needs for your hunting and his most comfortable for you to operate. I prefer the bolt action as they are generally more accurate, but all made are fine for hunting. Lever actions, pumps, and autoloaders (semi-automatic) all offer faster second shots, but generally this difference is neutralized as it takes longer for the hunter to aim that it takes them to reload. The single shot is perfectly fine as well as the first shot should do the job.

The final step is the fun one. It is time to go shopping, good luck!

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stimpy says:

When I was a kid (not to long ago), there was a loaded .22 rifle always leaning against the wall by the deck door. My dad would shoot the squirrels and rabbits if they were eating the bird food or in the garden (this is rural mn, just like crow wing county). I don't ever remember my parents or my older brothers telling me not to touch the gun or not to play around with it. I never touched it until I had taken a firearm safety class. I also never saw my older brothers goofing off with the gun and my dad was also very safe with the gun and reminded us never to point it in the direction of a person.

My point is, I was always shown the correct way to use that .22 rifle by the actions of my brothers and my dad. If these kids ever saw an older brother or sister or parent doing something stupid with the gun, the kids will think it is okay. I know kids play a lot of video games and watch tv with violence, but their families are the single biggest influence on their lives. All it takes is an adult or an older sibling who thinks nobody is watching or thinks it doesn't matter what they are doing. Guns aren't toys, and everyone, even adults, need to remember this.

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According to SmartSight inventor Matthew Hagerty, “Fifty percent of kills happen on the corners.” This is why he came up with the rifle sight camera which is capable of wirelessly transmitting real-time video back to its soldier, where it is hoped that such technology will help the army gain an advantage over its enemies in urban warfare. The camera itself weighs less than a netbook at 1.5 pounds, where it is attached to an M4 or .308 SOCOM carbine while transmitting video to a display attached to a soldier's protective glasses. All video transmission is sent at 30 fps, while custom software overlays the shooter's red target dot in the head-up display so that it looks as though it appears on the gun's conventional scope without any lag whatsoever. The prototype currently tips the scales at a mere three pounds. Testing will begin next year, but we don't think this will help bring our boys back from Iraq and Afghanistan any faster.

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The sport of modern shooting and hunting has evolved into a multi-million dollar industry, much of which is invested in conservation of land and the protection of animals. There are also as many options for gear as there are hunters. For the beginning hunter especially, all the products out there are sure to confuse an eager outdoorsman about what to purchase for a particular purpose. While hunting large game such as deer and bear requires some knowledge of which rifle and cartridge combination would be best suited, this guide will provide information on some of the better brands and models to go with. They can also be used in competition with equal effectiveness.

Despite the hype over brand names such as Winchester and Remington, a beginning hunter does not need to spend thousands of dollars on a single rifle to make a good match. Above all else, it's how the rifle feels in your hands. Even if a rifle comes with a price tag of $3,000, it's not worth the buy if you don't feel comfortable holding it. That said, the other important choice to consider is cartridge size. While some large game can be taken with cartridges as small as .223 and .270, it's better to go one size higher than what you think you may need, especially for game that can charge you such as bear. My recommendation for the beginner hunter would be either .308 or .30-06, and for those that can handle the recoil, anything in the .300 magnum range would be best for stopping power and distance. For competition purposes, either the .30-06 or .300 magnums are the best choice.

Even more important than the cartridge size is the rifle make and model. Generally all rifles made today are of great quality, but if you really want something reliable and proven while not breaking the bank, here are a few options which are sure to make any beginning rifleman/hunter happy. First off would be Remington's new model 798. The reason this would be my top pick is that the action is a Mauser 98 style, which we all know is preferable for large and possibly dangerous game. The occurrence of case jamming will be much less and Remington's barrels have been touted as some of the most accurate. It is the rifle manufacturer of choice for many of the military's sniper classes. Along with the 798, anything in the model 700 range would be perfect for a beginner as well, such as the 700BDL or 700CDL. While these two have different actions, they will serve you well for all large North American game. Typically these rifles go for anywhere between $600-$800, and may just be the most economical rifles out there.

If you don't mind spending a bit more money, go ahead and get a Winchester Model 70. The new plant just opened in South Carolina and is cranking out super accurate rifles just as they have always been doing. The Model 70 may be the most famous rifle out there, and its track record proves its effectiveness. It is also a top choice among military snipers, and especially for the .30-06 cartridge. At around $1000, the only major difference I see between the Winchester and the Remington's is the difference in price and looks, but both are surefire picks which will depend more on looks and feel than anything else.

Two more excellent choices include the Savage 114 Classic, which has a fully adjustable trigger, and the CZ-USA CZ 550 model line. Both rifles go for around $700 and are the next up and coming brands that will rival Winchester and Remington in the near future. To note, the CZ 550 is a popular choice among African big game hunters, in cartridges starting at .375. If they can depend on it for world's most dangerous animals, then you can too, anywhere else in the world. The CZ 550 model line looks sleeker and more stylish than the Savage, but if you want ease of use, and an excellent and highly accurate out-of-the-box barrel, then go for the Savage 114 Classic. Either one of these rifles will impress any shooter, and after that it's all about how skilled you are at hitting targets hundreds of yards away. To summarize, in no particular order, the rifles a beginner should be paying attention to include the Remington 798 or 700 line, Winchester Model 70, CZ-USA CZ 550, and Savage 114 Classic. Prices and options aside, any of these will be some of the most effective rifles for taking large game and shooting long distances. You will not be disappointed.

This Christmas I gave myself a muzzle-loading rifle. Something like a rifle one cannot leave up to others to pick out. I picked out the Traditions Pursuit LT West (Northwest Edition) 50 caliber black powder / muzzle-loading rifle. This is a break-action rifle, like the hinge action of a double-barrel shotgun. Except, of course the muzzle-loader loads from the muzzle (the other end of the gun). And, of course, today I shot 50 caliber balls, not shot. This is an `in-line' gun, in that the nipple receiving the percussion `cap' that sparks the powder charge is in line with the barrel. (In fact, if you want to, you can look straight down through the nipple and through the barrel out the other end.) Last year at Boy Scout Camp I fired a number of muzzle-loading rifles, both in-line and with side hammer, and both percussion cap and 209 Primer system.

I plan on hunting with this gun, so I purchased a rifle that has, or can accommodate, the No. 11 Cap. (In my state of residence the 209 Primer is not allowed for hunting.) I can, if I wish, some day convert to the 209 Primer system, and some day I might.

So, I abandoned the wait for good, warm weather, and went out today to give my gun the first firing, beautiful outside, but fresh snow and well below freezing.

I loaded up with a single 50 grain equivalent pellet of HODGDON Pyrodex, which slides easily down the muzzle to the breech plug at the other end (with the muzzle pointed upward, of course). Then started a 50 caliber ball (0.49 in. diameter, actually) with Traditions Wonderlube pre-lubed patch down the barrel, got it seated, marked the position of the muzzle with respect to rod, `capped' the gun, stood, raised on my target (50 ft away), and …

… the actual first shot was somewhat of an un-climax-type experience. The report seemed less audible than the commercial airliner happening to fly overhead, some 6 miles straight up, in cold air, beginning its descent to SEATAC, some 300 miles west. The light powder charge and the excellent ear protection, no doubt contributing. And also the very soft snow all around (contributed). And (no doubt) also, me being more used to magnum shotgun loads at ducks and geese, unprotected, a few months earlier. Also, I was shooting at a white milk jug, against white snow background, and in near blinding light. So, it took me a moment to find the hole in the jug. But there was one! I put two more holes near the first – and I am happy with my new rifle.

I bought this particular model for several reasons. One of which is that the gun is relatively small, and light (6-3/4 lb). I plan on climbing up and down steep hills with it. And my teenage daughter Jaci will probably also be shooting it. Before hunting season starts I will likely attach sling and bipod, and for now, not a scope. And I will probably pummel lots of rounds through it this summer at Boy Scout Camp.

Oh, one more thing: because of the snow and the glare, there wasn't really any visible smoke, either.

A slideshow of the event is … here.

References

Traditions Firearms, 1375 Boston Post Road / P.O. Box 776 Old Saybrook, CT 06475.

First Firing of New Traditions Pursuit In-Line Muzzleloading Rifle (Slideshow), Jeff Filler, Associated Content.

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