Why Remington Arms Makes Great Rifles

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How many hunters out there hunt with a Remington rifle? If you raised your hand then you’re like most hunters and sportsmen in America. I’ve been shooting a Remington since I was 15 years old and have never looked back. of course I do have other great rifles from Browning, Ruger, Winchester and other famous brands. however I think I have a soft spot for Remington. Not just because I killed my first buck with one but because they’re so tough and reliable.

Remington Arms was founded in 1816 by Eliphalet Remington in Llion, New York. Remington Arms is also the oldest company and gun maker that still make their original product. and they are also the only company that produce all of their firearms and ammunition in the good ole USA. Which says a lot about a company. It’s rare to find a company that is solely in America. Almost all companies nowadays outsource their manufacturing to other countries as we all know. they also happen to be the largest producer of rifles and shotguns in the U.S.

They’ve recently thrown their hat back into the handgun market. If they make handguns as good as they make rifles and shotguns then we’re all in for a treat.

My father has had his same Remington 30.06 for more than 30 years and the same 3X9 Leupold Scope attached to it. that rifle has killed more than 20 big game animals and has never had to be sighted in again after it was originally sighted in, despite all of the mishaps that rifle has been through over the years.

I’ve used that rifle various times and I’m amazed at it’s consistency. It’s a bolt action BDL and the action is still as smooth as a brand new rifle. It’s never jammed and has never had an issue of any kind whatsoever.

Don’t get me wrong, I love almost all of the gun manufacturers out there and own a wide range of brands. But there’s a kinship with my Remington and my father’s as well. Whenever it’s hunting season, that’s the first rifle that I reach for in my gun cabinet.

Just two years ago my father’s 30.06 dropped a very nice bull elk with the first shot. he fired a total of 3 rounds into the elk one after another to make sure that he wasn’t going anywhere, but I’m fairly certain that the first shot took care of the elk.

Whenever a hunter hears the name Remington, good thoughts and memories enter his mind and a smile appears on his face.

I shot my first mule deer with one and I’m sure I’ll shoot my last mule deer with one.

Be safe and good hunting my friends.

Why Remington Arms Makes Great Rifles

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Civil War Guns, Pistols and Rifles

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The Civil War may not have been one of the best moments in United States history. In fact, that single war caused the most American casualties of any war that has been fought since, even both World Wars. That’s because the people dying on both sides were Americans. Despite the heavy losses, some great things emerged from the war, including new technologies and advancements such as anesthetic. Civil War Guns are one of the best examples of these technological improvements.

The Beginning of Breech-Loading

Before the war, most guns were muzzle-loaders. that means the ammunition had to be loaded through the muzzle that was more time-consuming and more dangerous to the loader who could easily be accidentally shot in the process. Breech loading or loading from the rear of the weapon was first introduced on many of the firearms used and this method is still used with most of the weapons available today. clearly, this method is going to be safer for the shooter who remains behind the muzzle at all times but it is also much faster.

Even before the war, some pre-Civil War rifles used this feature but only one bullet could be loaded at a time. during the war that changed and newer guns were introduced that could hold and fire multiple rounds before needing to be reloaded. This was a big step forward for gun technology and is one of the reasons why guns and replica guns from this era are so popular.

Top Civil War Gun Choices

One of the most commonly used guns during this time period by both sides on the battlefields were carbines. These are basically a smaller and less powerful version of rifles. Large numbers of these weapons were being produced in the North and Confederate soldiers would pick them up and use them as their own after eliminating their adversaries on the field. of course, the southern firearm manufacturers were also hard at work making their own versions, too.

Colt revolvers were one of the most popular choices for pistols. after a battle, the field would be littered with various models of these guns that could be picked up and used by other soldiers as well. On the down side, they don’t have quite the impact as the carbines because they require the target to be a bit closer. Today, replica versions of these Civil War Guns are still some of the bestsellers.

Actually, one of the most famous Civil War Guns is the 1860 Henry Rifle that was developed just before the war started by a man named B. Tyler Henry. the gun itself had many faults, including no wooden stock to protect the shooter’s hands from the hot barrel. However, that would change. when Henry was unable to pay back the loan to start his business, it was taken over by Oliver Winchester who had secured the loan. Winchester made changes to the design and just six years later released the first Winchester Rifle.

Civil War Guns, Pistols and Rifles

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Limited Edition Winchester Hogue 1300 Overrubber Shotgun Stock 12Inch LOP Kit

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OverMolding provides the ultimate in a comfortable non-slip super smooth attractive finish that is durable and extremely quiet. the exclusive Cobblestone texture further enhances all Hogue stocks by providing an efficient non-slip non irritating stippling pattern. OverMolded Stocks are constructed by molding a super strong rigid fiberglass reinforced skeleton or insert that precisely fits the guns action. This rigid skeleton is then OverMolded with a durable but soft synthetic elastomer rubber . during the heat and extreme pressure of injection molding the elastomer adheres chemically as well as mechanically to the skeleton resulting in a permanent bond between the rubber and the insert. the super strong skeleton gives the stocks their strength and the precise molded dimensions provide a perfect drop-in fit of your rifle or shotgun. the state of the art elastomer material used on Hogue stocks won t harden with age and is virtually impervious to all oils and solvents found around firearms providing years of dependable service. fits 1300 Winchester OverRubber Shotgun Stock 12 L.O.P Kit w forend.

Limited Edition Winchester Hogue 1300 Overrubber Shotgun Stock 12Inch LOP Kit

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Winchester Ranger Test

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As an instructor, I get a lot of questions from students about what ammunition is best for defense. like many other questions about self-defense with firearms, the answer is almost always “it depends.” when most self-educated terminal ballistics experts argue on the subject, they usually argue about caliber and bullet weight. Some argue that a slow-moving heavy bullet is best and others argue that a smaller, faster bullet is best. Some argue that a fast and heavy round is best, but many can’t handle the recoil of rounds like 10mm and .45 Super, nor are such guns well suited for concealed carry for most people.

I have come to the conclusion after reading and testing that it’s not so much important how fast and/or heavy a bullet is, but whether the bullet in question is designed to work well under those conditions. even the best combination of weight and speed in any caliber will be nearly useless if the bullet fails to expand and incapacitate a threat.

So rather than argue about how well a bullet performs on paper, I’ve started evaluating rounds with ballistic testing. The first bullet in this series is Winchester’s 155 grain Ranger in .40 S&W. Winchester’s model number for this round is RA40155HP.

First, a little background on the Ranger round. It comes in a box marked “Law Enforcement Ammunition”. While it is true that this round was originally only sold to law enforcement users through law enforcement distribution channels, it is now widely available to any buyer both on the internet and at local retail stores. Prices range from as high as 60 cents per round ($30 for a 50-round box, local retailer) to as low as 30 cents a round if bought in lots of 500 on auction sites.

Originally, this ammunition was ordered by the Department of Homeland Security for the Border Patrol and other agencies carrying .40 S&W, and was in wide use. It met their specification for a reliably-expanding .40 S&W round in 155gr weight traveling at 1200 feet per second. Unfortunately, in later testing it was found that the rounds suffered from jacket separation when fired through relatively weak barriers. The round was dropped in favor of other rounds like Federal Hydrashock.

Much of the ammunition was given to individual officers and agents for target practice. Winchester had a great many of the rounds on hand to sell to DHS, and diverted them to normal distribution channels to recover production costs. The massive supply and the rejection by DHS led to low prices.

The first thing I did when evaluating this round was put three of them through a chronograph. The average speed was better than advertised, averaging just over 1250 feet per second and with the fastest at 1287 feet per second. The test gun was a Springfield Armory XDm with 4.5″ barrel.

While ideally I would use ballistic gel, the expense and stink precluded it. I have read that sufficiently packed wet newspaper has the same effect. To simulate muscle walls and other biological barriers, I packed the wet newsprint in milk jugs.

The Ranger round penetrated approximately 13″ before losing sufficient energy to penetrate a plastic barrier. The bullet expanded from it’s original size of .400″ to about .875″, more than doubling. this rapid and complete expansion left a neat pancake shape with only a small portion of the rear of the bullet resembling the original size. as in DHS testing, the copper jacketing separated from the lead core, but this appears to have happened after expansion of the core was complete. If this round were to hit a more solid target, it is not as likely to penetrate or ricochet in one complete piece.

Basically, what we have with this Winchester Ranger round is a bullet that performs well in terminal ballistics against human targets but not well against barriers. While this would be bad for say, a Border Patrol agent or State Police patrolman, this could be ideal for most defensive shooters. a bullet that performs well against an intended target but fragments against backstops and barriers is far less likely to injure or kill unintentionally when the fecal matter hits the rotary oscillator.

Couple that with the low prices, and this is a bargain for those carrying .40 S&W for defense.

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The Making of a Miniature Firearm By George W Jones – Book Review

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In “The Making of a Miniature Firearm,” George W. Jones has assembled a series of photographs along with captions illustrating his craft as a miniature model artesian, a talent of extraordinary skill, patience and eyesight! his book, terse in words but revealing a wealth of mental stimulation seeing each of the model photographs, creates a real “Wow” factor. It unfolds like a National Geographic special presentation introducing the reader to the complexity of detail necessary to make these museum quality miniature replicas.

George W. Jones has focused this book on basically two models designed by Samuel Colt in the 19th century. There is a famous quote, “God may have created man, but Sam Colt made them equal!” I’d say to that, “Sam Colt may have created perfection in his gun designs, but it took George Jones to shrink them to the size of a dime!” By this I am referencing the use of a dime in most of the photographs illustrating the scale of the models. (It would have been much easier for George to make a dime the size of a dinner plate than guns as small as he has!)

The miniature firearms also include other models, such as the Winchester-Shuetzen rifle, and most all are housed in miniature cases which include the accessories commonly needed to support the gun, such as a gun-powder vessel, a bullet mold and press, an oil can and other items. Even the hinges of the case are built to scale, with – get this – a tiny key that unlocks a tiny lock on the case. Unbelievable! Mind you these 1/6th and 1/8th scale models are not simply molded, but assembled with the inner workings of hammer springs, barrel assemblies, and all of the parts in fantastic detail.

“The Making of a Miniature Firearm” is a hardcover, coffee-table quality photo book suitable for a gift to any firearm enthusiast, model maker, or frankly just about anyone. George W. Jones lists his other works and some of his industry accolades including a story about James Cameron while working on the movie Titanic, and it has a Forward written by the late Ralph Bradshaw White, in 2007. as the work of mr. Jones is in private collections and museums throughout the country, a trip to visit each of the sites would be expensive and time consuming, the better alternative is to buy this book and relax in comfort while pondering the exquisite detail as a witness to his art.

The Making of a Miniature Firearm By George W Jones – Book Review

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OUTDOORS: The origins of deer gear

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ARKANSAS — Deer hunting is one of the most popular outdoor pastimes in Arkansas. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, approximately 277,000 people over the age of 16 pursue whitetails in The Natural State.

If you are among these many hunters, have you ever considered how different today’s whitetail hunting is compared to hunting in years past? many significant changes have occurred during the past century and a half, changes never envisioned by the deer hunters of yesteryear.

Some of the most significant developments relate to the equipment we use. Our firearms have changed. Our ammunition has changed. Our clothing has changed. and we have many more accessories that give us distinct advantages when hunting crafty whitetails.

Many hunters have no idea when or how some of the gear we use most came to be. you probably know that Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin and Robert Fulton was the inventor of the steam engine. But do you know who invented the rifle scope, the compound bow or modern camouflage? you will after reading this.

The first verifiable use of a telescopic sight on a pistol dates to 1834, but attempts to create a workable rifle scope were unsuccessful until 1880. that year, August Fiedler, a German forest commissioner, developed an adjustable telescopic sight for Prince Reuss IV of Riesengebirge. This was the predecessor of all modern rifle scopes.

1886, Smokeless powder

The first practical smokeless powder was developed around 1864 by German artillery captain Edward Schultze. But while Schultze’s powder was highly successful in shotguns, it was too fast for most rifles.

It was French chemist Paul Vieille’s 1886 invention of a smokeless gunpowder called “Poudre B” that had the greatest effect on deer hunters. This powder revolutionized the effectiveness of small guns because it gave off almost no smoke and was more powerful than black powder. Shooters no longer were enveloped in a dense cloud of smoke as soon as they pulled the trigger. Poudre B also provided a higher muzzle velocity, which meant a flatter trajectory, therefore more-accurate long-range fire. Poudre B ushered in the era of the high-power, small-bore rifles still used by most deer hunters.

In August 1894, John M. Browning was granted a patent for a new design of lever-action rifle. unlike previous models, this one — the Model 1894 — had a unique drop-link action that allowed the rifle to be trim and light but still function with full-length rifle-type cartridges. before the Model 1894, in order for a lever gun to be so trim, it had to be chambered for shorter “pistol size” cartridges like .44-40 or .38-40.

To say the Winchester Model 1894 was popular is a drastic understatement. Millions have been produced, making the Model 1894 the best-selling centerfire sporting rifle of all time.

In 1961, Missouri deer hunter H.W. Allen began looking for ways to harness the block-and-tackle principal of a pulley to a bow. his goal was to make a bow that was easier to draw, even at heavy draw weights. Allen succeeded, and on June 23, 1966, he patented his invention, the first compound bow. Today, eight of 10 bowhunters shoot a compound.

Late 1960s, Climbing treestand

The scores of climbing treestands available to today’s deer hunter all are direct descendants of treestands made by Georgia’s Baker Manufacturing Co. in the late 1960s. Baker’s wood-and-aluminum climbing platform was awkward by today’s standards but was intriguing enough to ignite a fascination that would jump-start the treestand manufacturing business.

Few inventions have increased the mobility of deer hunters as much as the all-terrain vehicle. Honda introduced the first ATV — the three-wheeled, seven- horsepower US90 — in 1970. in 1982, Suzuki introduced the first four-wheeled design, later adopted by all manufacturers for safety reasons.

Bob Gore revolutionized the outdoor clothing industry with his invention of the first breathable, waterproof and windproof fabric, Gore-Tex, in 1972. when his company received the first commercial order for Gore-Tex in 1976, it wasn’t long until hunting coats and other Gore-Tex products hit the stores. Shortly

thereafter, many deer hunters hung up their old canvas hunting coats forever.

Virginia deer hunter Jim Crumley was unhappy with traditional military camouflage, so he started dabbing splotches of brown dye on some gray work clothes to match his surroundings. After two years of increased hunting success, he meticulously

applied a bark pattern with magic marker. soon, other hunters were pestering him for the new outfits.

Crumley’s original printed Trebark was created in 1980, and modern camouflage was born. The introduction of Trebark planted seeds in the minds of Toxey Haas, who created Mossy Oak; bill Jordan, who created Realtree; Leland Sikes of Natural Gear; and a host of other farsighted individuals who later crafted their own camouflage patterns and subsequently produced specialized lines of camo clothing for hunters.

In 1982, Brad Harris, now of Neosho, Mo., began working full-time developing products for Lohman Game Calls. Harris was best known for the turkey-hunting products he pioneered, but he was also an avid deer hunter who had grown up observing deer and their habits. He noticed early on that deer had their own language, and he began mimicking the deer’s grunt with his voice.

This experience led Harris to develop the first grunt call, which was introduced at the Atlanta SHOT show in 1984. The grunt call was an immediate hit with hunters. unfortunately for Lohman and Harris, the call was never patented or trademarked. It wasn’t long before look-alikes appeared in stores, riding the wave of success Lohman had created. and the rest, as they say, is history.

Dental-product engineer Dean Reidt began tinkering with the idea of recording deer movements in 1985 and soon launched a new industry. The idea started when Reidt, a bow hunter, was waiting along a deer trail wondering what deer hunters have wondered for generations: How many deer use this trail when I’m not here?

To find out, Reidt placed a digital clock inside a box that could be attached to a tree. He added a string to place across the deer trail and tied the string to a switch closer connected to the clock.

“What I did was turn a digital clock into a stop watch,” Reidt said later. “When a deer hit the string, the clock would stop. so then I knew what time the deer came through and from which direction.”

Reidt called his invention the Trail Timer, and today he is recognized as a pioneer in what has become a growing trail-camera business.

This article was published March 6, 2011 at 6:00 a.m.

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Fireproof Gun Safe – 5 Things You Should Consider Before Buying

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Being a responsible gun owner, you must make sure that you keep your firearms at the safe place. In order to protect your family members from accidents, it is indeed important for you to get a good fireproof gun safe to store all your guns. If you are a new gun owner and you intend to buy a gun safe, here are some practical tips you should apply before you make your purchasing decision.

To be frank, a gun safe is not cheap. However, since you need it to store your firearms and bullets, you should invest some money to get a good one. during your selection process, you are advised to pay more attention on 5 areas as follow:

• the quality of the safe

Having high quality safe is important. you are advised to insist on solid steel when you are shopping around. there are many reputable companies which provide good products, such as Browning, Liberty, Sentry, Remington, Winchester, etc. it will be ideal if you can look for products which are manufactured by these companies. Here is a good rule of thumb for you. Any safe you invest MUST carry a UL RSC (Underwriters Laboratories “Residential Security Container”).

• the size of the safe

How many guns do you have? how many firearms do you plan to add in the near future? you need to take the total number of your firearms into consideration before you determine the size of the safe. If the quantity of your firearms is big, you are recommended to choose a gun safe that is large enough to store your firearms and ammunition for both current and future use.

• Type of lock required

Different fireproof gun safes come with different locking mechanisms such as digital, mechanical, biometric, fingerprint recognition, and so on. you need to ask yourself which type of lock you prefer. which level of security are you looking for? Please bear in mind that the more secured a gun safe is, the more expensive it is.

• what level of fire and impact protection do you need?

In general, gun safes are rated for 30 minutes, 60 minutes and 3 hours of burn time. For those safes which can withstand higher temperatures for a longer period of time, the costs of getting them are higher. you need to do some research to find out what type of fire protection is the most suitable for your firearms.

• what special features do you need?

The gun safe you are looking for is a fireproof one. besides, do you need it to be water proof as well? Is burglar rating important for you? you are reminded to get a safe which suits your needs most.

You may spend much time in choosing a fireproof gun safe. Don’t worry. it is normal. Careful selection is required so that you can prevent unforeseen accidents in the future. you must keep in mind that life is the most precious thing in the world. Don’t get a cheap safe with poor fire protection.

Fireproof Gun Safe – 5 Things You Should Consider Before Buying

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The Gun Cabinet Purchase: 5 Important Choices to Make Before Buying

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Gun cabinets are a reasonably-priced alternative to gun safes, whether a furniture-quality display piece or a stout security cabinet. Though gun cabinets are no doubt less secure than gun safes, they can keep firearms out of the hands of young children and less-sophisticated or less-determined thieves while also allowing you to display your favorite pieces or enhance the atmosphere of a trophy room or den. Following are the important factors when shopping for gun cabinets:

Material/Construction

This comes down to one of two choices: wood or steel. think of form versus function. Are you looking for a display cabinet, or are you really looking for safe storage? Wood cabinets with glass doors are beautiful pieces of furniture, but any thief can simply break the glass and be off with your weapons. Like any other piece of wood furniture, you’ll have the option of cherry, oak, or pine. Steel, on the other hand, isn’t as nice-looking at wood, but steel gun cabinets are much more secure. there are also different brands to think about. the leading brands are American Furniture Classics and Stack-On gun cabinets.

Space

Tell me, do you know a single gun owner with only one gun? do you know any gun owners that aren’t thinking about the next piece in their collection? You may only have 10 or 12 guns now, but odds are your collection will grow in the coming years. When considering space, keep these future additions in mind. You might also want to choose a gun cabinet that has shelves and display areas for handguns and knives.

Lock

A determined thief with sufficient time will be able to break into a gun cabinet-or a gun safe for that matter. however, since over 90% of all home burglaries last from three to five minutes, most burglars can’t be that determined. so remember that a good electronic or combination lock will help keep your guns away from thieves and children.

Features

There are both decorative features and functional ones as well. some options are:

  • fire resistance rating
  • interior lighting
  • wall mounted design, which would be ideal for a handgun or pistol display case.

Storage Considerations

Separating your guns from your ammo will help prevent accidental injuries and deaths, especially to children. When buying a cabinet, you might want to think about purchasing a home safe in which to lock ammo and valuables. some gun safety experts also recommend storing the bolt or slide separately from the rest of the gun.

These are the five important factors to consider when buying a gun cabinet. once you’ve addressed these issues, it will be much easier to pick the right gun cabinet.

The Gun Cabinet Purchase: 5 Important Choices to Make Before Buying

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Bill Newell, special agent in charge of the ATF Phoenix, speaks behind a cache of seized weapons, Tuesday, Jan 25, 2011 in Phoenix. A grand jury has indicted 20 people on firearms charges for allegedly participating in a ring that bought more than 700 guns that were to be smuggled into Mexico for use by a drug cartel. (AP Photo/Matt York)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Prosecutors say the owner and operators of a Tennessee weapons manufacturer have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges that they illegally exported firearms components to the United Kingdom.

The 21-count indictment was unsealed on Tuesday, charging five individuals at Sabre Defence Industries LLC, a Nashville-based weapons manufacturer. Sabre, whose highest-volume client is the U.S. military, makes M16 rifles and .50-caliber machine-gun barrels.

The indictment alleges that the five people were part of a conspiracy to illegally import and export firearms and components to and from the United States. They have been accused of violating the Arms Export Control Act.

Prosecutors say the owner of Sabre, 42-year-old Guy Savage, directed the illegal activities from his home in the United Kingdom and from a related company called Sabre Defence Industries LTD, a UK-based weapons manufacturer and importer also owned by Savage.

Prosecutors say Savage, a British citizen, was arrested Tuesday by London police based on a request for extradition by U.S. authorities.

According to the indictment, the illegal activities had been going on since at least 2003 and it cites several e-mails and shipping documents. Sabre officials were accused of smuggling on several occasions between 2003 and 2009 5.56 mm rifle assemblies, .223 Remington caliber rifle assemblies, AR-15 bolt catches and A-2 flash hiders, which require a license to export, the indictment says.

Also facing charges, according to the indictment, are Charles Shearon, 55, of Ashland City, who is the president of Sabre Defence Industries in Tennessee; Chief Financial Officer Elmer Hill, 64, of Brentwood; Director of Sales Michael Curlett, 44, of Hermitage; and Arnold see Jr., 54, of Antioch, who is the international shipping and purchasing manager.

The four in Tennessee will be issued summons to appear in federal court, prosecutors said.

No one answered a call by the associated Press seeking comment at Sabre’s Nashville office.

Agents with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives searched the company’s facility last February.

“Today, two countries and countless neighborhoods, both foreign and domestic, are much better off,” said ATF Special Agent in Charge Glenn Anderson in a news release.

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Profile: John Moses Browning, the world’s most inventive firearms designer

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His inventions included the machine gun and the automatic rifle, which revolutionised hunting and warfare.

Born in 1855, mr Browning learned gunsmithing at his father’s shop in Ogden, Utah. from an early age, he showed interest in designing new, innovative firearms than repairing weapons. he built his first weapon at just age 14, a single-shot rifle for his brother, Matt.

In 1879, mr Browning and his brothers started their own shop, using steam-powered tools to produce more sophisticated weapons than they had been able to build by hand. he received his first patent the same year, for a breech-loading single-shot rifle.

The Browning Gun Factory, as the shop was known, soon acquired a good reputation, and demanded exceeded supply. mr Browning, however, did not have the capital to either expand production or set up a marketing network.

In 1883, he began selling the rights to manufacture his rifles to the Winchester company. The Winchester rifles so familiar to Wild West movie fans – among them, the iconic 1886 Lever Action Repeating Rifle and the 1897 Pump Action Shotgun – were Browning designs.

Profile: John Moses Browning, the world’s most inventive firearms designer

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