CMF Armor Destroys Bullets

Composite metal foams (CMFs) are tough enough to turn an armor-piercing bullet into dust on impact. Given that these foams are also lighter than metal plating, the material has obvious implications for creating new types of body and vehicle armor – and that’s just the beginning of its potential uses. Afsaneh Rabiei, a professor of…

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Open Season: Hot Spots & Top Tips for Spring Hunters 

As the mountain snow melts and the flowers sprout the first buds of the year, you know that spring has officially begun and you can start prepping for open season. To get ready for your most successful season yet, here are the best spring destinations and the most highly recommended equipment and permits you need…

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Louder Calls For Silencers

As the governor of Iowa prepares to sign a law allowing suppressor ownership in the state, gun rights groups are working to remove several federal restrictions related to the purchase and ownership of suppressors. In Iowa, Gov. Terry Branstad is scheduled to sign House File 2279 into law at Brownell’s headquarters in Grinnel, according to…

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April 2016 Gun & Gear Contests

At the risk of reducing my own chances to win, https://www.weapon-blog.com/contests/ has been updated with all the gun and gear related contests that I am aware of for the month. Go forth and win… As always, feel free to share wherever you can. If you are aware of any that are not on the list,…

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Essential Tactical Assault Gear

A lot comes to mind when we talk of essential tactical assault gear. When this discussion arises, some people think about tactical riffles, tactical knives, tactical gear and things alike. In the military, tactical assault gear is very essential and is used by both military and police personnel as well as other duties such as…

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