Author Archives: Patrick Carrube

Gun Preview: Benelli M4 Civilian Tactical

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

You asked for it and we got it – a Benelli M4 Civilian. Supposedly this is the gun that settles the Mossberg SPX vs. FN SLP vs. Remington Versa-Max tactical debate. For those who aren’t familiar with the M4, this … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Accuracy International Chassis System 2.0 (AICS)

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

Anyone who’s been around tactical rifles for any amount of time has heard of Accuracy International. Accuracy International, or simply AI, has been around since 1978. It’s a British based company founded by a relatively small team of Olympian shooters, … Continue reading →

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Gun Review: Remington ADL .243

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

Yes, you read that correctly – this is a review of the Remington ADL. I’m not talking about that dusty, walnut-stocked bargain gun your grandfather bought back in the 1970’s. I’m talking about the cheapest Remington 700 that you can … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Muzzleblast AR500 Steel Targets

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

Back in September, I reviewed the MGM full-size IPSC AR500 steel target. I gave it high-marks and you’ll be happy to know that it’s holding up just fine. Of course, the fact that I have yet to shoot a single … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: RCBS 1500 Chargemaster Balance/Dispenser Combo

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

I’m new to the reloading world. However, I’ve worked in labs for nearly a decade. I’ve used everything from 0.0001-gram hanging-basket analytical balances to 500-lb rolling scales. As the lab coordinator, annual balances testing and calibration was one of my … Continue reading →

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Project Budget Precision: Remington 700 AAC-SD Pt.1

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

A few months ago I was skimming through some of TTAG’s older posts. I re-spotted Nick’s 1000-yard rifle for $500 project. Like many of you I’ve been anxiously awaiting the results, to see what could be pulled from a stock rifle … Continue reading →

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Gear Review: Badger Ordnance Tactical Bolt Knob

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Patrick Carrube

 One of my gripes about the Remington 700 XCR Tactical Long Range .308 rifle: it’s lacking in the “tactical” department. I’m not talking mall-ninja tactical (a.k.a., “tacticool”). The Remy doesn’t need a built in knife sharpener, nor should it convert … Continue reading →

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