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item # article title author issue date firearm subject page
G010124 Modern Shotgun Trio Bodinson, Holt January 2001
A new breed of sporting shotguns from Bretta 24
G010150 A Shooter’s Last-Minute Gift Guide Bodinson, Holt January 2001   A great host of stocking-stuffers for gun owners who are onSanta’s good list. 50
G010152 Kimber’s New .22 Rifles Petty, Charles January 2001  .22 Kimber Rifles Return to a time whent this company was known for world-class bolt-action rifles. 52
G010170 Hecker & Koch USC .45 Petty, Charles January 2001  H&K USC .45 This carbine combines German design with the power of the good ol’ American .45 ACP. 70
G010116 Concealed Carry Holsters Ayoob, Massad January 2001   Your leather gear should match the task at hand, not your fashion sense. 16
G010120 Handloading The .44 Marlin Taffin, John January 2001 With the right data, this is one of the most versatile leavergun rounds available. 20
G010135 Ruger PC4 Cruiser Carbine Petty, Charles January 2001
  This handy tactical carbine gets a turbocharge in a new .40 S&W chambering. 35
G010136 The Guns Of Miltech Hopkins, Cameron January 2001

Restoring vintage military rifles to as-issued condition is this company’s specialty. 36
G010140 Remington Sendero .338 Ultra Mag Anderson, Dave January 2001
This remarkable hunting rifle is now chambered in Big Green’s new cartridge. 40
G010148 Fortress America Anderson, Dave January 2001   There’s more to home defense and security than just firearms. 48
G010156 Tactical Knives Huntington, Roy January 2001   These multi-purpose blades give new meaning to the term “survival tool.” 56
G020116 Conditions Of Readiness Ayoob, Massad February 2001
From ”cocked and locked“ to safe storage, a guide to handgun maintenance. 16
G020124 State Of The Smart Gun Ayoob, Massad February 2001
Is a user-dedicated handgun the Holy Grail of safety, or an accident wating to happen? 24
G020140 Methods Of Carry Huntington, Roy February 2001
Choosing the right means of conveyance for your gun requires serious consideration. 40
G020144 The J-Frame Goes Scandium Petty, Charles February 2001
One of the rarest elements lends ist muscle to S&W’s classic self-defense .357 44
G0200158 Gun Locks & Security Devices Huntington, Roy February 2001
  Politcal rhetoric aside, these is more to a gun lock than just turning a key. 58
G020160 The Wildcat .41 Special Taffin, John February 2001 Created to surpass the .44 this cartridge is still a favorite among handloaders 60
G020178 The Ultra Mag Family Farrell, Scott February 2001 Remington expands its line of high-performance cartridges with a 7mm and a .375 78
G020142 Steyr .376 ProHunter Bodinson, Holt February 2001
Steyr .376 This high-performance cartridge is chambered in one of the first hunting rilfes on the market. 42
G020152 Ballisitic Realities Barrett Tillamn February 2001 An empirical test of 223 carbines reveals surprising evidence about barrel length and bullett protection. 52
G020166 Defensive Revolves Clint Smith February 2001
In a ge of high-tech pistols, the sixgun holds its own as veapons for home difsence and personal protection. 66
G020176 Argentina’s Ballester-Molina Pistols. Gamgarposa. Gem February 2001
Uniqe design elements make this gun a real collector’s piece – and a very enjoyalbe shooter. 76
G030116 The ”Other“ 1911’s Ayoob, Massad March 2001 The Govenment Model isn’s neccessarily synonymous with .45 ACP. 16
G030120 Accuracy Potential Bodinson, Holt March 2001
Handlcards and match ammo can tell you if your rifles is an undiscovered treasure. 20
G030128 The Perfect Trigger Anderson, Dave March 2001 Concealed Carry Clothing 28
G030140 The LR=300 Tactical Rifle Hopkins, Cameron March 2001
Take a look at this versatile, compact defensive carbine from ZM Weapons 40
G030146 The Wilcox Power Grip Hopkins, Cameron March 2001 An incredible little handle that offers a wide array of tactical visual options. 46
G030150 Cast Bullets For Semi-Autos Taffin, John March 2001
Inconventional handloading techiques turn tactical pistols into pleasant plinkers. 50
G030160 Self-Defense Ammo Petty, Charles March 2001 High-tech designs give today’s shooters a lot of options in handgun loads. 60
G030124 Steyr Tactical Rifle Ayoob, Massad March 2001 Steyr .308 The claim of best Steyr ever will take a lot of live up, but this .308 may be up to the challenge. 24
G030134 World Sniper Championship Tillman, Barratt March 2001 A unique and demanding event that challenges the skills of the modern tactical rifleman. 34
G030161 The Performance Factor Petty, Charles March 2001 choose your defensive ammo based on more than just marketing hype. 61
G030170 The Custom Pistols Of Gary Reeder Taffin, John March 2001
These classic handguns are designed and crafted with serious field use in mind. 70
G040116 Suprisingly Accurate Snubbies Ayoob, Massad April 2001

Don’t disparage the little five-shot revolver – they’re more capable than you think. 16
G040120 The World’s Easiest Hunting Rifle Anderson, Dave April 2001
Remington 710 Remington’s new Model 710 is ready-to-go, right out of the box. 20
G040122 Neck Sizing For Maximum Case Life Petty, Charles April 2001

To get the most out of your brass, don’t overwork it when it comes time to reload 22
G040128 Benchrest Shooting 2001 Wright, Dick April 2001 Shooters and hunters can learn some great acccuracy tricks from this demanding sport. 28
G040138 Barrel Temperature & Accuacy McPherson, M.L. April 2001 State-of-the-art design makes this sniper rifle boh reliable and affordable. 38
G040140 Beretta’s Fabulous .40s Ayoob, Massad April 2001
Beretta 9000 The Model 9000 is the latest in a long line of respectable Italian mid-caliber pistols. 40
G040148 GUNS Catalog Showcase GN Staff April 2001 An array of guns and gear for the serious shooter. 48
G040170 Armalite AR-10 Bruce, Robert April 2001 AR-10 This innovative battle rifle led the way into the modern age of small arms. 70
G040124 Wesson & Harrington Rifles From H&R 1871 Taffin, John April 2001 Classic single-shot rifles with performance and style that is well beyond their humble price tage. 24
G040159 Guns At Auction: The .700 H&H Double Murphy, Tom April 2001 To help rasie $1 million for charity, one philanthropist put this fine rifle on the block. 59
G040160 Workhorse Shotguns Sisley, Nick April 2001
Three seasoned guides give advice on which smoothbores can withstand the rigous of hotbarrel hunting. 60
G050120 Long & Short Rifle Actions Anderson, Dave May 2001
Short, long, magnum...Which action lenth is right for you, and why? 20
G050122 New Non-Toxic “Heavishot” Bodinson, Holt May 2001 Heavier than lead, harder than steel and priced to not put a hole in your wallet. 22
G050136 The Myth Of Primer Brands Petty, Charles May 2001
Does the primer you use make a difference in your handload performance? Maybe not! 36
G050140 Desert Eagle .50 AE Williams, Dick May 2001 Desert Eagle .50 AE Handgunners who want the world’s biggest pistol com to Magnum Reserach. 40
G050146 Accuacy Testing: .50 AE Williams, Dick May 2001 .50 AE Factory ammo and handloads turn out surprising performance in the Desert Eagle. 46
G050148 Ruger’s Big Bores Taffin, John May 2001 Ruger A hunter’s perspective of the 99/44 Deerfield and the .45-70 No. 1 single shot. 48
G050150 The Aimpoint In Combat Karwan, Charles May 2001 This rugged, high-tech red dot sight isn’t just for competition anymore. 50
G050160 The State Of The Cartridge Anderson, Dave May 2001
History tells us that the time is ripe for a new wave of ballistic performance. 60
G050172 The Knife & The Gun Tarani, Steve May 2001
Training with the tactical folder is just as important as with the personal-defense gun. 72
G060120 The Tactical M1 Carbine Karwan, Charles June 2001 M1 The versatile M1 is a vintage alternative to high-tech, high-priced guns. 20
G060126 The Facts About Scope Base Screws Anderson, Dave June 2001 The old standard 6-48 may not be good enough any more. Find out why. 26
G060132 Measuring Pressue On Your PC Petty, Charles June 2001
New software lets you push the limits without endangering yourself or your guns. 32
G060134 Thurkey Chokes For Tight Columns Bodinson,Holt June 2001
New technology takes the sting out of heavy loads and puts more shot on target. 34
G060140 The Les Bear Super Varmint Anderson, Dave June 2001
A top-grade, heavy-barrled AR-15 guaranteed to shoot 1/2 MOA or better. 40
G060148 .450 Marlin: A Magnum In Disguise Taffin, John June 2001 .450 Marlin Handloaders can now combine Western nostalgia with 21st centruy performance. 48
G060150 A Handloader’s Look At The EtronX Petty, Charles June 2001 A inside look a this cartidge reveals a new frontier of accuracy potential. 50
G060164 Handloading With Unique Taffin, John June 2001 Learn why this mild, versatile powder has been a handgun favorite for 100 years. 64
G060136 Hunting With The .300 WSM Bodinson, Holt June 2001
A radical new cartridge for hunters who want compact rifles with magnum power and range. 36
G060152 The .22 WMR Today James, Rodney C. June 2001
This somethinges-ignored, often-misunderstood cartridge comes into its own. 52
G060168 Gun Cleaning 101 Bodinson, Holt June 2001
Proper cleaning and maitenance can help your guns stand up to a lifetime of recreational shooting. 68
G070119 Handloading The .45 Auto Rim Petty, Charles July 2001 This classic handload combines the best of auto and revolver cartridges. 19
G070120 Top 30 .45 Colt Loads Taffin, John July 2001 This good old “cowboy cartridge” proves to be one of the most versatile loads around. 20
G070134 Bullet Performance Johnson, Dan July 2001 Real-world ballistic data is the only way to be sure you have the right bullet for your hunt. 34
G070136 Clements Custom Guns Taffin, John July 2001 From target revolvers to leverguns for big game, this gunsmith can meet your needs. 36
G070140 SIG P-210 Petty, Charles July 2001 A classic pistol that just may be one of the best guns ever made. 40
G070146 Navy Arms Model 1873 & 1892 Taffin, John July 2001 These classic leverguns are back in the saddle again with today’s cowoboy shooters. 46
G070162 Henry Frontier Rimfires Taffin, John July 2001 Check out Henry’s .22 leverguns, pump rifles and handy survival guns. 62
G070168 The Scholfield Model Of 2000 Petty, Charles July 2001 The second most recognizable revolver of the frontier is back – from S&W. 68
G070124 The Walther PPK/S BB Pistol Galan, J.I. July 2001
With a 15-round magazine and a working slide, this look-alike airgun is an enjoyable plinker. 24
G070128 The Daly DDA 10-40 Wood, J.B. July 2001
This off-the-beaten-path pistol is one of the best bargains available in a defensive handgun. 28
G070148 Gun Control: Moving To New Ground Hyslop, Chad July 2001 A political insider’s view of the new strategy to erode the Second Amendment. 48
G080116 Specialty CCW Holsters Ayoob, Massad August 2001
Rediscover the shoulder holster for cold-weather self-defense. 16
G080132 Gunpowder: An Insider’s View Bodinson, Holt August 2001

Few handloaders know the facts that make powder selection so important. 32
G080136 Factory Ammo/Custom Accuracy McPherson, M.L. August 2001
You don’t have to handload to wring tackdrivig accuracy out of your life. 36
G080140 Ultra-Tech 870 Hopkins, Cameron August 2001
This high-tech pump proves just how far the CQB shotguns has come. 40
G080148 GUNS Web Site Showcase AH Staff August 2001
Find the gear you need this season – on line. 48
G080168 Firelapping For Accuracy Petty, Charles August 2001
Before you write a check to your gunsmith, try this effective accuracy tune-up. 68
G080120 The Ultimate High-Velocity .22-250 Loads McPherson, M.L. August 2001
You’ll be amazed at the power and performance you can achieve with these long-range varmint loads. 20
G080138 Gamo Air-Rifles: Stutzen & Hunter 1250 Galan, J.I. August 2001
These magnum-class airguns are second to none in the realm of pure power. 38
G080164 Handloading With Hodgdon’s L’il Gun Taffin, John August 2001
Sixgunners are using this specialty powder to create safe, high-performance, heavy-bullet loads. 64
G090120 Ramshot Powders Petty, Charles September 2001 High-performance powders give your riflesw or handgun a boost. 20
G090124 Supreme Hunting Scopes Bodinson, Holt September 2001 There really is a reason to buy a scope that cost more than your life. 24
G090136 Weatherby Anderson, Dave September 2001 The man and the company that changed the shooting world. 36
G090140 Taurus PT 145 Cutshaw, Charles September 2001
Inside this easy-to-carry compact is the power of a full-sized .45. 40
G090148 Hunting The Super-Magnums Bodinson, Holt September 2001 These powerbul cartridges can make you a better shot, if you know how to use them. 48
G090150 Gear For Hot-Weather Hunting Boyels, Carolee September 2001 Get ready to hunt in the spring, summer and even the sunny days of fall. 50
G090152 The Browning Superposed Sisley, Nick September 2001 The many faces — from plain to fancy — of this classic over/under. 52
G090168 Dozier Custom Hunting Knives Covert, Pat September 2001 Beautiful blades for the budget-conscioius hunter or sportsman. 68
G100118 Meet The Gunsmith Cumpston, Michael October 2001
Engraver Michael Gouse possesses a rare talent. 18
G100122 Classic Cast Bullets Taffin, John October 2001
Today’s cast bullets are the product of a century of development. 22
G100126 Winchester’s Model 9410 Bodinson, Holt October 2001 The quintessential American levergun goes smoothbore. 26
G100128 A New Life For An Old Vetern Wood, J.B. October 2001 Thanks to Kahr Arms, the Thompson still roars. 28
G100130 The Winchester Model 70 Anderson, Dave October 2001 Winchester Model 70 Winchester’s famed Model 70 continues to live up to its reputaion. 30
G100134 Taffin’s Top Ten Taffin, John October 2001 Don’t pack for your next hunting trip before you read this. 34
G100140 Buffalo Rifles Smith, Clint October 2001 Three great rifles that ruled the plains. 40
G100142 Dove Guns Bodinson, Holt October 2001 Guns and loads for “America’s favorite game bird”. 42
G100144 SideWinder Hopkins, Cameron October 2001 Smooth, sleek and ready to strike describes this custom carry gun. 44
G100152 The .270 Redding Petty, Charles October 2001 A custom hunting-rifle in a potent wildcat chambering. 52
G100154 The Victor Arms V-22 Cutshaw, Charlie October 2001 Expand the versatility of your AR-15 with a rimfire top-end. 54
G100173 Special Catalog Showcase Guns Staff October 2001
Here is the information you need for today’s hottest products. 73
G110120 Bullets By Request Taffin, John November 2001 In response to requests, Taffin reveals his best cast bullet sources. 20
G110128 Lessons From The Ancients Tarani, Steve November 2001

Centuries old tactics still apply to the modern armed citizen or peace officer. 28
G110130 America’s Rifle Cartridge: .30-’06 Anderson, Dave November 2001 This sentimental favorite performs as well as ever. 30
G110134 The M1014 Combat Shotgun Bruce, Robert November 2001 Benelli produces a new design to Uncle Sam’s specifications. 34
G110140 Barrett’s .50 BMG Rifles Cutshaw, Charles November 2001
Barrett’s .50 BMG Rifles American ingenuity sets the standard for very high power rifles. 40
G110148 Elk Cartridges Bodinson, Holt November 2001 Selecting a caliber can be a lot easier than finding a bull. 48
G110150 It’s The Bullet Bodinson, Holt November 2001 Decades of refinement have produced the finest hunting bullets ever known. 50
G110158 The Forty-Five Auto On The Trail Fadala, Sam November, 2001 Selecting a compact companion for the lonely places. 58
G110170 Meet The Gunsmith: Glenrock Blue Williams, Dick November 2001 Firearms refinishing is all they do — and they do it right. 70
G120126 A New Call To Arms Wachowicz, Gerald December 2001 A how-to on calmly discussing gun rights. 26
G120130 The Evolving Waterfowl Gun Bodinson, Holt December 2001 Manufacturers have answered the needs of wetlands hunters. 30
G120132 Ed Brown’s M-702 Cutshaw, Charles December 2001 Brown’s M-702 Extreme precision in a good looking package. 32
G120134 .44 Magnum Heavyweight Bullets Taffin, John December 2001 Taffin shares the how and why of heavier tahn standard .44 Magnum bullets. 34
G120136 High-Tech Hunting Bodinson, Holt December 2001
The latest in modern equipment can improve your hunting success. 36
G120140 Double Action Hi-Power Petty, Charles December 2001 FN HP-DA RN’s new HP-DA brings modern features to an old favorite. 40
G120146 Tikka’s Whitetail Hunter Anderson, Dave December 2001 A very fine turn-bolt from Finland. 46
G120150 Barrel Making Petty, Charles December 2001 Five rifling methods outlined for your edification. 50
G120158 Ruger’s .30 Carbine Blackhawk Cumpston, Mike December 2001   Ruger’s .30-caliber revolver is a fine performer in the right hands. 58
GAN0106 Best Buy Handguns Ayoob, Massad Guns Annual 2001 Here arethe top ten handguns that provide maximum quality and function for the dollar. 6
GAN0117 Perfectly Small Standford, Andy GUNS Annual 2001
Kel-Tec pistols pack maximum performance in a pint-sized package! 17
GAN0124 Savage Scout Rifle Tillman, Barrett GUNS Annual 2001
Well designed and well built, this general purpose rifle has everything you need and nothing you don’t. 24
GAN0128 House Of Kahr Ayoob, Massad GUNS Annual 2001 Kahr Full power, yet pocket size, these innovative pistols are respected and used by professionals as well as serious armed citizens. 28
GAN0140 Concealed Carry Comfort Huntington, Roy GUNS Annual 2001
How do you blend a handgun into your lifestyle without being tortured? 40
GAN0152 The Remington 700 Rees, Clair GUNS Annual 2001 Remington 700 After 38 years, this classic bolt action is still America’s favorite rifle. 52
GAN0161 The Gunsite Tactical Revolver Ayoob, Massad GUNS Annual 2001
Worked over by the Gunsite Custom Shop, this Smith & Wesson Model 442 Airweight is ready for business. 61
GAN0174 Hot 10/22 Customs Rees, Clair GUNS Annual 2001   Beyond conversations, these tailor-made autoloaders provide exceptional performance and accuracy. 74
GAN0180 Classic Fighting Handguns Of All Time Karwan, Charles GUNS Annual 2001   From the dusty streets of the Old West to far flung front lines, here are the masterpiece firearms that did battle. 80
GAN0192 Long Guns Of Cowboy Action Shooting Taffin, John GUNS Annual 2001   So ya got a hankerin to take on some desperados, do ya? Here are the rifles and shotguns to get the job done! 92
GAN01103 Excellence In Leather Taffin, John GUNS Annual 2001
El Paso Saddlery has been supplying quality leather to gun owners for 111 years. 103
GAN01113 Long-term Storage For Your Guns Boyles, Carolee GUNS Annual 2001
Protecting your firearms from damage only takes a bit of time and the right products. 113
GAN01119 Catalog Of Currently Manufactured handguns, Rifles and Shotguns Guns Staff GUNS Annual 2001   119
GCA0111 Virtue Of The Sword Williams, James GUNS Combat Annual 2001
Moral values and the warrior ethic in modern society. 11
GCA0117 Bullets And Blades Tarani, Steve GUNS Combat Annual 2001   Ten tips from the master. 17
GCA0128 The Stoner Age Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 2001 Stoner light machinegun. Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. The SEALs relied on the Stoner light machingun more than nay other weapon in ’Nam. 28
GCA0134 Combat Scatterguns Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 2001   Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. Ask a SEAL pointman what he thinks about the man-stopping power of 00 buck. The shotgun was favored weapon for SEAL patrols. 34
GCA0140 Silent Killers Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 2001   Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. When the mission called for up close and personal contact, the SEALs relied on special suppressed weapons. 40
GCA0136 Seal Knives Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 200   Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. Underwater fighters and nonmagnetic knives, the SEALs had hardcore combat cutlery. 36
GCA0146 A Short History Of The SEALs Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 2001 Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. Founded by President Kennedy, Naval Special Warfare has a short, buy glorious history. 46
GCA0150 Thumper! Bruce, Robert GUNS Combat Annual 2001
Specail Focus: Navy Seal weapons in Vietnam. The SEALs used a variety of grenade launchers to augment their rifles and machineguns. 50
GCA0159 The Gunsite Draw Tarani, Steve GUNS Combat Annual 2001
The classic five-step presentation, as taught by the guru. 59
GCA0164 Handgun Stopping Power Campbell, Bob GUNS Combat Annual 2001 one shot stops, 9mm vs. .45, magic bullets — The controversy rages in the debate over terminal ballistics. 64
GCA0168 HK PDW Gorka, Sebestyen GUNS Combat Annual 2001   A totally radical new weapon with a sizzling new cartridge,Hk’s personal defense weapon is the latest innovation from the engineers in Oberndorf. 68
GCA0172 Stealth Draw Ayoob, Massad GUNS Combat Annual 2001   There are times when being able to sneak your gun out undetected can save your life. Here are some street-proven tricks. 72
GCA0176 Combat Handgun Retention Tarani, Steve GUNS Combat Annual 2001   What are the four stages of combat handgun retention? How would you handle someone bigger and stronger who got his hands on your weapon? What if that person was a “no-shoot” subject? 76
GCA0194 Choose Your Weapon Tarani, Steve GUNS Combat Annual 200   How to select a fighting knife. 84
GCA0193 Countersniper Technology Petty, Charles GUNS Combat Annual 2001   Percision tactical rifles of today are better than ever for the demanding uses of a combat marksman. 93
GCA01102 The M14 Karwan, Chuck GUNS Combat Annual 2001 M14 Stuck between the legendary garand the long-lived M16, America’s ”between wars“ battle rifle never attained the accolades it deserves. 102
GCA01114 Leupold Tactical Scopes Petty, Charles GUNS Combat Annual 2001   The newest long range series, featuring an illuminated reticle and other models with mildot reticles, is the hands-down choice of SWAT snipers. 114
GCA01119 Catalog Of Currently Manufactured Handguns, Rifles and Shotguns Guns Staff GUNS Combat Annual 2001   119
 
 
 
 
 
       
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