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January 2019
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7 articles · 29 pages
Page 5
SOUM: M16/M4
The Department of Defense reported finding a small number of M16/M4 weapons that potentially could have an unintended discharge while manipulating the selector. TACOM (U. S. Army Tank-automotive & Armaments Command) issued a Safety Of Use Message (SOUM…
Pages 6–12
Sterling Arms Double Shotgun
Yes, they really made one. Here’s how to work the Sterling Arms Corporation side-by-side 12 gauge double shotgun.
Pages 13–16
Parker Brothers Shotguns, Part One
Among the most classic of American-made shotguns, Parker Brothers guns are premium shotguns that can be had for a reasonable price… if you know what to look for.
Pages 17–21
Rust Bluing
A classic finish, rust bluing provides the best custom gun color. Here’s how to do it right.
Pages 22–24
Enhancing Action Rigidity With A Scope Base
As we mount a heavy barrel to a rifle receiver, resultant suspension leverage can actually flex or spring the action. A good, one-piece scope base adds rigidity to action.
Page 25
Mystique Means Money
Learning what make your business and services unique—and what to avoid—can prove profitable.
Pages 26–27
Reader Forum
From the pictures of the barrels, I’m guessing this shotgun was made for the old brass hulls. Should you hang the barrels up by a string, you can perform a bell- Beware the gun nut who starts collecting…
In This Collection
- SOUM: M16/M4 p. 2
- Sterling Arms Double Shotgun pp. 3-9
- Parker Brothers Shotguns, Part One pp. 10-13
- Rust Bluing pp. 14-18
- Enhancing Action Rigidity With A Scope Base pp. 19-21
- Mystique Means Money p. 22
- Reader Forum pp. 23-24
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