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The August issue of
S.W.A.T. Magazine is once again loaded with information for
all of us! Read how to build a “better” customized AR-15
than you can buy. Compare Col. Cooper’s definition of a “Scout
Rifle” to two new rifles of that genre. Remember the U.S.M.C.
7.62mm sniper rifle and see why you might need this updated replica.
Schmidt & Bender
tries to resolve the conflicting needs CQB versus long-range accuracy
with the new Short Dot Scope. Winchester’s Super X2 Practical
MKII shotgun may be the best all-around shotgun on the market.
Evaluate a new knife, some tactical gear and a new shooting rest and
gun vise.
See how everyday
Americans are supplying our troops with gear and items not available
through typical supply channels. Read how Colt attacks Bushmaster and
loses—twice! Check out a new two-handed flashlight technique
and see how our industry leaders coordinate among themselves and have
some fun on a south Texas hunt.
Don’t miss the
article on gun safety—it might save your life. Top all this off
with opposing arguments concerning the drug war. There’s more
but see the August issue of S.W.A.T. for the details and more
articles.
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The Briefing Room:
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Fighting and Shooting
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Denny Hansen
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Street Smarts:
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Firearms Safety: Don't Trust Anyone
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Brent T. Wheat
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Against All Odds:
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The Firebed
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Ron Hood
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Enemy at the Gate:
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Pros and Cons of Drug Legalization
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Claire Wolfe and Jeff Randall
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Frontline Debriefs:
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Fighting From Within
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Scott Reitz
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Training & Tactics:
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Bad Habits
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Louis Awerbuck
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| Mail Room: |
| Letters from our Readers |
| Staff |
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SKD Tactical Chest Rigs
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| Long Guns: |
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P3 Shooting Rest and Gun Vise
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| Offbeat: |
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Eagle Industries Drag Bag
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By Josh Landers
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BlackHawk MOD Caracara
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| By Leroy Thompson |
| Gear Locker: |
| New Products and Accessories |
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| Advertisers’ Info |
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Schmidt & Bender’s New Short Dot Scope:
Most Versatile CQB Sight Ever?
Measuring
only 10.6 inches long, the Short Dot scope was designed specifically
for the M4 carbine. The scope’s illuminated reticle combines
the best features of a traditional riflescope with a dot sight,
resulting in a very versatile sighting system.
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by Greg Rodriguez
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Revisiting the Scout Rifle:
Lightweight, Versatile, User Friendly
The Scout
Rifle concept is the realization of Colonel Jeff Cooper’s
vision of a lightweight, general-purpose rifle that could be carried
easily for days. Does the current crop of Scout Rifles meet those
mission requirements?
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by Greg Rodriguez
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Don't Get Lost!
Aggravation Avoidance with Garmin's C330 GPS
Have you
ever gotten that sick feeling in your stomach when you realize your
vehicle is low on fuel and you don’t have a clue where you
are? The Garmin C330 will ease your worries.
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by Patrick A. Rogers
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Replacement Guns:
A Backup for Training and More
The
theory of having one gun to practice with and a second, identical gun
to carry is not new. This article examines in detail
why you should have a replacement gun.
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by Duane Thomas
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AR-15 Kits:
Do's and Don'ts of Building Your Own AR
It’s no secret that
the AR-15 is the most customizable rifle on the planet. If you are
thinking about building your own rifle from a kit, don't miss the suggestions in this must-read article.
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by Tony Albaceli
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Poland's GROM:
Elite Response to Terrorism
Poland’s
GROM is one of the key elements in Poland's fight against
terrorism. This report explores the unit's history, as well as its current training,
firearms and ancillary equipment.
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by Eitan Meyr
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Return of Rifle, 7.62mm Sniper:
Sniper Rifle Gets New Lease On Life
The 2006
Rifle, 7.62mm, Sniper is a recreation of the sniper rifle used in
Vietnam by Marine snipers, and is being manufactured in conjunction
with the U.S.M.C. Scout/Sniper Association. While this rifle is sure to be a hit
with collectors, author Clint Smith plans on firing 58,225 rounds
through his—the number of U.S. servicemen who gave their lives
for their country in Vietnam.
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by Clint Smith
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Winchester's Super X2 Practical MK II Shotgun
The
Winchester Super X2 Practical was designed for 3-gun and other
tactical competitions. Will it hold up to the rigors of use as a general
self-defense shotgun?
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by Steve Baughman
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2006 Texas Tactical Rifle Hunt:
Industry Members Hunt, Relax, and Share Information
S.W.A.T.
Publisher Rich Lucibella and Editor Denny Hansen take off to Texas
for several days of hunting wild hogs. While there with other members
from the tactical community, information and ideas are shared which
ultimately benefit everyone concerned with their safety.
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by Denny Hansen
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Supporting the Willing:
Private Citizens Provide Essential Gear
There are a group of
Americans that those who serve their country overseas will likely
never be able to thank enough. The American Sniper Association, in
cooperation with private citizens and companies, cuts through
government red tape and sends much needed equipment to those on the
front lines.
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by Erick Gelhaus
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Snake Bit!
The Pony Takes Two Bites from the Snake
Colt
Firearms brought a lawsuit against Bushmaster Firearms for patent and
trademark infringement. Read how the judgment has caused the prancing
pony to snort, rear and buck in frustration.
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by Glenn D. Bellamy
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Woo Flashlight Technique:
A New Two-Handed Flashlight Method
Gunfighting
is a martial art that is in a constant state of evolution. While
there are many good flashlight techniques to use with a pistol in
low-light conditions, not all are suited for everyone. The Woo
Technique is one more tool for your “tactical toolbox”.
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by Michael Lazarus
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