Monthly Archives: August 2010

Got Bullets?

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago
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Samsung Killer Robot [Not Shown]: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago

Bloomberg’s Samsung Gets Creative reveals that “Samsung Techwin Co., the security-camera-making unit of Samsung Group, has developed a machine-gun-equipped sentry robot and is working with South Korea’s defense ministry for possible deployment to guard the demilitarized zone between North and South … Continue reading →

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SIG’s Enhanced Elite Models for Choice-Challenged Buyers

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago

SIG SAUER sells a lot of gun in a lot of  configurations. For SIG buyers suffering from Stendahl Syndrome, the New Hampshire gunmaker is now offering “Enhanced Elite” models. Fork over $1200 and you get a gun with all the … Continue reading →

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Chiappa Rhino Post of the Day: Shoot!

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago

That would be Ron Norton, President of Chiappa Firearms. demonstrating the Rhino for our dining and dancing pleasure. “The ammo used was the hottest that I could find,” Ron tells TTAG. “125 grain JHP Classic Federal, 1450 fps. I shot … Continue reading →

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The Revenge of the Lead-Free Bullet

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago

When the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) and a few of its tree-hugging pals submitted a petition to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) calling for a ban on lead ammunition, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the feds were about … Continue reading →

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Australia: Would a Semi Have Saved A Cop’s Leg?

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago
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“Get Illegal Guns Off the Street” and Other Half-Truths

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Robert Farago

A couple of days ago, I sat next to a fellow parent at my daughters’ school barbecue. Turns out he’s a cop who’s been working with inner city kids for over a decade. When I suggested that we should form a … Continue reading →

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