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item #	article title	author	issue date	firearm	subject	page
G049716	Ultimate Snubby, The	Ayoob, Massad	April 1997	Colt’s .38 Detective Special sixgun	Colt’s .38 Detective Special is one of the finest shorty sixguns around. Handguns.	16
G049754	Hunter Series	Petty, Charles	April 1997	.44 sixgun	Custom features make this limited edition .44 a perfect hunting sixgun. Handguns.	54
G049724	Travels with a Trusted Friend	Petty, Charles	April 1997	G.I. .45	Revitalizing a weatherworn G.I. .45 brings back a lot of memories. Handguns.	24
G049736	A Perfect Packin’ .45	Taffin, John	April 1997	.45 custom Ruger sixgun	The Alpha Precision custom Ruger is a sixgun any cowboy would love. Handguns. CAS.	36
G049740	SASS: A Small Name for a Big Gun	Rees, Clair	April 1997	1911	An innovative kits turns your 1911 into a single-shot hunter. Handguns.	40
G049744	Quantum Leap	Ayoob, Massad	April 1997	HK .45 USP Stainless	The .45 USP Stainless sets a new standard in handgun performance. Handguns.	44
G049734	Sako 75 Unveiled	Petty, Charles	April 1997	Sako 75 rifle	New bolt action Sako 75 rifle from Finland breaks all the rules. Rifles.	34
G049752	Custom Varminter	Petty, Charles	April 1997	.22-250	Tackdriving .22-250 from Robar will ruin any prairie dog’s day. Rifles.	52
G049764	The Performance Edge	Sundra, Jon	April 1997	.270, .280	Years of experience bring an end to the .270 vs .280 debate.	64
G049768	Priming For Accuracy	Matunas, Ed	April 1997		Primers, an overlooked component, often key to handloading accuracy.	68
G089714	Lost Shroud of the Snubbies	Mike Oakes	August 1997	.38	Enhance concealability of your snub-nosed .38 revolver. Handguns.	14
G089740	AMU Beretta	Roy Huntington	August 1997	9mm	AMU created a match version of America’s 9mm service sidearm. Handguns.	40
G089742	“The Fun Factor is Plentiful”	J.I. Galan	August 1997	Gamo CO2 revolver	Gamo’s 10-shot revolver is a great little backyard plinker. Handguns.	42
G089744	Reality Check	Charles E. Petty	August 1997	Novak Custom Carry 3913 9mm	Novak’s custom S&W 9mm pistol puts full size carry guns to shame. Handguns.	44
G089738	Guns of John Wesley Hardin	Tom Murphy	August 1997	sixguns	Sixguns of the infamous frontier lawman come to the auction block. CAS.	38
G089750	Frontier Shoot Out!	Barrett Tillman	August 1997		Our western lawman recounts a spectacular Arizona shooting match. CAS.	50
G089768	The .308 Family Tree	Jon R. Sundra	August 1997		Hard-working cartridges share a 100-year-old common heritage. Rifles.	68
G089758	Buntline Special	John Taffin	August 1997	sixguns, Buntline Special	This distinctive sixgun carved a place in the legends and lore of the old west. CAS.	58
G089724	The Gun & The Gavel	Lt. Col. Fielding L. Greaves	August 1997		Despite anti-gunners’ claims, the Supreme Court supports your gun rights. 2nd amendment.	24
G089733	Let’s Get Vertical	Cameron Hopkins	August 1997		gun storage for your truck or 4WD.	33
G089762	Meet the Gunsmith: Tommy Abernathy	Charles E. Petty	August 1997	1911	This N.C. gunsmith Tommy Abernathy has a flare for combat and competitive 1911 pistols.	62
G129738	Spec Ops	Oakes, Mike	December 1997		Three special forces experts discuss defensive handguns and survival tactics.	38
G129744	“This pistol requires total dedication.”	Gangarosa, Gene Jr.	December 1997	P210	After shooting a P210, every otherr handgun is just a distant second best.	44
G129754	Sixgun Wizard	Williams, Dick	December 1997	Weigand revolvewr	When you buy a Weigand revolver, there’s magic in the air.	54
G129736	Bushytails	Turpin, Tom	December 1997		Squirrel rifles rekindle the sense of wonder of a child’s first hunt.	36
G129758	Grouse Guns	Zutz, Don	December 1997		Choosing the right gun for the ruffed grouse presents hunters with a challenge.	58
G129714	An Issue of Safety	Ayoob, Massad	December 1997		Police shoot-outs show a safety catch can be a lifesaver.	14
G129724	High-Tech Optics	Sundra, Jon	December 1997		A rangefinding scope that’s so smart it does everything but pull the trigger.	24
G129727	Victory! Brady Law Repealed	Peterson, Dan	December 1997		An exclusive interview with with the attorney who defeated the Brady law.	27
G129740	Resurrection	Rees, Clair	December 1997	Model 1895	The Model 1895 is a “new” lever action rifle with nostalgic appeal.	40
G129752	GUNS Round Table: Home Defense Arsenal		December 1997		Four experts debate the perfect mix of guns and gear to keep your home safe.	52
G129760	The Quiet Gun Company	Sundra, Jon	December 1997	Series 2000-P Varmint pistol	A unique new pistol is about to make the world take note of H-S Precision.	60
G029760	Minimum...Maximum...Magnum!	Taffin, John	February 1997	.357	Smith’s newest .357s run the gamut from pocket gun to powerhouse.	60
G029782	A Spittin’ Image of the Combat Wondernine	Galan, J.I.	February 1997	Walther air pistol	Walther’s realistic air pistol is great for plinking or backyard training.	82
G029739	SCI Raffle Rifle	Bodinson, Holt	February 1997	deer rifle	You can win a state-of-the-art deer rifle from gunsmith David Miller	39
G029740	Dakota Model 10	Rees, Clair	February 1997	Dakota Model 10	Simple but elegant rifle for hunters who demand premium performance.	40
G029756	Austrian Classic in the Making, An	Sundra, Jon	February 1997	Steyr SBS	The new Steyr SBS stands out among a select group of great rifles.	56
G029778	Krieghoff Double	Turpin, Tom	February 1997	Krieghoff Double	Take any game in the veldt with this classic and affordable double gun.	78
G029726	Beretta S-Series: A Wingshooting Classic	Zutz, Don	February 1997	Beretta S-Series	These firm Italian shotguns are some of the best sidelocks ever made.	26
G029744	Premier Plinker	Petty, Charles	February 1997	Les Baer Rimfire 1911	This is the delightful rimfire conversion 1911 fans have been looking for.	44
G029750	Remington’s Smallest Shotgun	Bodinson, Holt	February 1997	Remington .22	Try this tiny .22 shotgun for indoor trap or short-range varmint shooting.	50
G029762	Rimfire Revelry	Petty, Charles	February 1997	Briley 10/22	Shooting the Briley custom 10/22 is so much fun, it’s like going to a party.	62
G029738	Custom Evolution	Bodinson, Holt	February 1997		Changing state of the gunmaker’s art may alter the industry forever.	38
G029752	Art and Science of Ankle Carry, The	Ayoob, Massad	February 1997		New designs have made the leg holster one of today’s ideal carry methods.	52
G019734	Trail Guns	Bettis, Jack	January 1997	sixguns	Big bore sixguns are comforting companions when hiking in bear country	34
G019740	El Pistolero	Taffin, John	January 1997	Cimarron sixguns	Bargain-priced SA for budget-conscious cowboys.	40
G019744	Tactical Class	Farrell, Scott	January 1997	Yanek Custom Commander	Ordinary carry gun becomes a work of art at the hand of John Yanek.	44
G019752	Handguns of the 21st Century	Ayoob, Massad	January 1997	pistols	Examining the changing role of the pistol beyond the year 2000.	52
G019720	Varmints Beware	Sundra, Jon	January 1997	Mark V rifle	Weatherby’s new heavy barrel Mark V promises premium performance.	20
G019757	This is Not Your Grandfather’s Single Shot	Turpin, Tom	January 1997	single shot rifles	World’s oldest gun reaches new heights of performance and style.	57
G019772	Loading the Modern Cowboy Carbine	Matunas, Ed	January 1997	lever action rifles	Selected handloads for today’s “frontier” lever- action rifles.	72
G019778	Siren Song of the Mannlicher	Rees, Clair	January 1997	Mannlicher rifles	Distinctive stock gives an ordinary carbine a certain je ne sais quoi.	78
G019738	Taming the Beast	Petty, Charles	January 1997	12 gauge	Specially engineered loads to soften the punishment of the tactical 12 gauge.	38
G019750	Shooting Stars	Fasano, John	January 1997		Actor Paul Sorvino joins a host of celebrities who don’t hide their love for guns.	50
G019762	Olympic Preview	Bodinson, Holt	January 1997		Celebrating the shooters who brought home the gold in the 1996 games.	62
G079742	Round Table: The Gun That Made America	Taffin, Smith, Huntington, Bodinson	July 1997		From 1776 to 1997, which gun is purely American? Our experts pick. American guns.	42
G079744	A Gun Called Freedom	John Taffin	July 1997	Freedom Arms .357 Mid-Frame	Freedom Arms .357 Magnum Mid-Frame celebrates the pioneer spirit. American guns.	44
G079752	An American Classic	Jeff Smith	July 1997	custom .45 pistol	Yankee “can-do” enthusiasm lives on in Dave Sample’s NRA gunsmithing class. American guns.	52
G079722	Tactical Classic: the Mossberg 500	Massad Ayoob	July 1997	Mossberg 500	This tough 12 gauge is an ideal close combat weapon. Combat.	22
G079758	Totally Tactical, Dude!	John Fasano	July 1997	AR-15	Under the restrictions of the crime law, the AR-15 gets even better. Combat.	58
G079759	Too Much Fun to be Legal	John Fasano	July 1997	AR-15 Sporter	Emerging from the restrictions of the ‘94 crime law, the new breed of AR-15 is versatile, functional and just plain fun. Combat.	59
G079761	A Boy and His AR	John Fasano	July 1997	AR-15	Our fascination with the AR-15 semi-auto began with the heroes of our youth. Combat.	61
G079736	Virtual Sharpshooters	Clair Rees	July 1997		The Bushnell Holosight enhances the accuracy of nearly any gun.	36
G079740	A Season With the Scramjet	Holt Bodinson	July 1997	.257	This .257 proved unbeatable in the terrain of the desert southwest.	40
G079764	Courting Disaster	Don B. Kates Jr.	July 1997		Abandoning the Second Amendment endangers the whole constitution. 2nd amendment.	64
G079773	Shooter’s Bookshelf	Jeff Snyder	July 1997		A review of the controversial novel Unintended Consequences.	73
G079778	Thoroughly Modern Mauser	Jon R. Sundra	July 1997	Mauser Model 96	Here’s your first look at the new Model 96 straight pull Euro-rifle.	78
G069746	Building A Better Mouse Gun	Mike Cumpston	June 1997	Beretta Tomcat 3000	Beretta’s new .32 is the perfect concealed carry gun for summer. Handguns.	48
G069756	Tropi-Carry	Massad Ayoob	June 1997		When the mercury sizzles, these special carry methods can keep you cool. Handguns.	56
G069760	The Versatile Lever Gun	Roy Huntington	June 1997	lever gun	Custom touches make the lever gun perfect for any situation. Rifles.	60
G069764	America’s Mighty War Horse: M1A	Scott Farrell	June 1997	M1A	The rifle that won WWII is still a great gun by any standard. Rifles.	64
G069766	Bullets Not Included	John Fasano	June 1997	M1A	A bunch of free stuff adds to the appeal of Springfield’s M1A. Rifles.	66
G069716	The Stealth Gun Case	Cameron Hopkins	June 1997		Tired of attracting unwanted in the airport? here’s a solution. Gun cases.	16
G069730	Diabolical Prescription	Drs. Eisen, Joanne and Gallant, Paul	June 1997		DOCTORS WITH A HIDDEN AGENDA THINK THE BRADY LAW DOESN’T GO far enough. 2nd amendment.	30
G069736	GUNS Gear	Charles E. Petty	June 1997		New monthly column brings you shooting stuff you can’t live without.	36
G069740	Firepower At the SOF Convention	John Fasano	June 1997		Searching for the “Truth of Battle” at the world’s most exciting gun show. Full-auto, firepower demos.	40
G069768	What’s Hot at SHOT	Jon R. Sundra	June 1997		This year’s show was dominated by a new wave of high-tech field gear.	68
G069770	Meet The Gunsmith: David Tooley	Charles E. Petty	June 1997		This master gunsmith is on the cutting edge of rifle technology.	70
G069782	In Search of the Gentle Giant	Holt Bodinson	June 1997	.458	Special handloads transform your pounding .458 into a pleasant shooter	82
G039725	Single Barrel Trap Gun, The	Don Zutz	March 1997	single barrel shotgun	After years of neglect, the one-barrel scattergun in again finding favor.	35
G039756	“Like an AR-15 on Steroids”	Mickey Fowler	March 1997	AR-10	The new AR-10 combines tough military design with the .308 cartridge.	56
G039752	Tactical Transitions	Massad Ayoob	March 1997		Dynamic methods of utilizing the combat rifle and pistol in concert.	52
G039744	Steel Wasp	Andy Stanford	March 1997	Steyr AUG Tactical Rifle	The Steyr AUG is an insectoid combat rifle with a deadly sting.	44
G039738	Tikka Sporting Clays	Petty, Charles	March 1997	Tikka 512S	The new 512S is a hit with the fellows at the clays club.	38
G039724	A New Look at the .375	Sundra, Jon	March 1997		Modern technology gives one of the most popular game cartridges a new boost. .375	24
G039732	Steiner “Hunting Z”	Hopkins, Cameron	March 1997		Magnificent piece of glass built specifically for the big game rifle. Scopes	32
G039762	Finnfire Varminter	Rees, Clair	March 1997	.22 rimfire	Heavy barreled Finnfire .22 makes a great rimfire tack driver.	62
G039764	Fast-Flying 6mm, The	Matunas, Ed	March 1997		Versatile cartridge is a good choice for, varmint, antelope and deer. 6mm	64
G039778	Plains Rifle, The	Sundra, Jon	March 1997	Plains rifle	This gun is light, versatile and pinpoint accurate out to 400 yards. Plains rifle	78
G039742	Elcan Tactical Optics	Mike Oakes	March 1997		A tough Canadian scope proves you can put an optical sight on a combat rifle.	42
G039716	Home Defense Rifles	Massad Ayoob	March 1997	tactical rifle	The tactical rifle should be the first and last line of defense at home.	16
G059742	Putting “Action” Into Cowboy Action	John Taffin	May 1997	sixguns	USPFA sixguns bring the Wild West back to life for today’s gunslingers. CAS. Handguns.	42
G059744	Beyond Bond	Charles E. Petty	May 1997	Walther P-99 9mm	Walther’s new P-99 is worthy of the company which is synonymous with 007. Handguns	44
G059724	The Science of the Shotshell	Don Zutz	May 1997		This is not your grandfather’s shotgun ammo. Shotguns.	24
G059737	Smokin’	John Fasano	May 1997	Beretta 390 shotgun	A radical custom paint job turns this Beretta 390 into a puffin’ Diademas. Shotguns.	37
G059738	Classic Sporters of CVC	Don Zutz	May 1997	101 shotgun	This fine line of doubles saves the stylish 101 from extinction. Shotguns.	38
G059740	Upland Master	Clair Rees	May 1997	Mossberg 9200	A versatile Mossberg autoloader takes on the ring necks of autumn. Fast pointing autoloader with maximum versatility. Shotguns.	40
G059728	Assault Doctors	Drs. Eisen, Joanne and Gallant, Paul	May 1997		They may be grabbing your guns while you turn your head and cough.	28
G059734	GUNS at Auction: The Jackson Collection	Tom Murphy	May 1997		A magnificent collection of arms and armor comes to the auction block.	34
G059752	The Myth of “Acceptable” Combat Accuracy	Massad Ayoob	May 1997		You can count of these defensive pistols to save your life.	52
G059756	Passing the Torch	Tom Turpin	May 1997		Steve Heilmann brings the tradition of custom rifles to a new generation.	56
G059760	The Chipmunk	Clair Rees	May 1997	.22	A .22 designed just for young folks with a passion for shooting.	60
G059778	Pinpoint Performance	Jon R. Sundra	May 1997	rifles	Today’s rifles are better than ever before, but can a gun be too accurate?	78
G119746	Head Games	Smith, Clint	November 1997		Personal protection depends on training and awareness as wll as good guns. Winter CCW.	46
G119748	Meltdown	Farrell, Scott	November 1997	Clark Custom Meltdown	This hot .45 is a perfect gun for long-term carry in rain, sleet and snow. Winter CCW.	48
G119764	ArctiCarry	Ayoob, Massad	November 1997		COLD WEATHER POSES BOTH ADVANTAGES AND PROBLEMS FOR CONCEALED CARRY. WINTER CCW.	64
G119736	Back to Our Roots	Petty, Charles	November 1997	Kimber 84 .223 Rem.	Kimber’s new single-shot rifle is true to the company’s original spirit.	36
G119740	Lighten Up!	Gunn, Harold	November 1997	Match Grade Arms rifles	Check out this ultralight rifle with a super efficient muzzle brake.	40
G119754	Black Knight	Stanford, Andy	November 1997	M-4 carbine	The M-4 carbine may be the ultimate tactical carbine for any situation.	54
G119761	Interface	Stanford, Andy	November 1997		Knight’s RIS makes any AR-style rifle a versatile fighting weapon.	61
G119742	Deer Rifles: East & West	Sundra, Jon	November 1997		Explore the different philosophies of America’s two most popular guns. Hunting.	42
G119744	Deerslayer	Bodinson, Holt	November 1997	Savage 210	The Savage 210 combines rifle accuracy with thge power of a 12 gauge gun. Hunting.	44
G119762	Sixgun Silver	Bodinson, Holt	November 1997		Celebrating 25 years of fine handguns with Mag-Na-Port..	62
G119780	An Attack on our Weakest Flank.	Speir, Dean	November 1997		A dangerous threat to the Second Amendment comes on an unexpected front.	80
G119789	Soft Safe	Oakes, Mike	November 1997		Waller’s unique carry case stores firearms with safety and convenience.	89
G109752	A Glimpse of the 21st Century Tactical Rifle	Fowler, Mickey	October 1997	LR-300 Tactical Rifle	The LR-300 is the next significant phase in the evolution of the AR-15. Rifles.	52
G109772	Budget Doubles	Murphy, Tom	October 1997		Check out these thrifty tips for buying a classic big game rifle.	72
G109794	The Guns That Never Were	Taffin, John	October 1997		After 100 years or more, there’s finally a levergun chambered in .45 Colt. Rifles.	94
G109737	Hunting Gear	Bodinson, Holt	October 1997		Special field accessories and tips just in time for the fall hunting season.	37
G109748	Prescription for Pronghorn	Turpin, Tom	October 1997		A good rifle can make the difference between a trophy and a long day’s walk. Hunting.	48
G109750	The Other Side of Africa	Sundra, Jon R.	October 1997		Choosing the right gun for the world’s largest selection of game. Hunting.	50
G109720	Cops and Gun Control: Deflating the Lie	Huntington, Roy	October 1997		Exposing the trumped-up claim that police support gun control. 2nd Amendment.	20
G109735	Shattered Glass	Hopkins, Cameron	October 1997		Leupold’s new top-shelf variable scope breaks all the rules.	35
G109740	Gun Mecca	Bodinson, Holt	October 1997		Custom gun collectors make an annual pilgrimage to the ACGG show.	40
G109760	Lockdown	Rees, Clair	October 1997		Safes, storage boxes, trigger locks — choose the level of gun security you need.	60
G109776	BB Pistols — The Next Generation	Galan, J.I.	October 1997		These radical, adult air pistols prove the days of toy store “kid’s guns” are gone.	76
G099728	Back to LFI	Stanford, Andy	September 1997		A diploma from this prestigious academy is a powerful weapon. Handguns.	28
G099748	Classic Concealability	Ayoob, Massad	September 1997	Kahr K-40	Grace and power make the new Kahr .40 carry pistol a work of art. Handguns.	48
G099742	Biggest Stick, The	Hopkins, Cameron	September 1997	.600 Nitro	The mighty .600 Nitro can put a charging elephant down in its tracks. Hunting.	42
G099758	A Model 70 for the Yukon	Rees, Clair	September 1997	Model 70	This tough bear rifle won’t become a casualty of the Alaskan elements. Hunting.	58
G099762	Ambush on the Moyowoshi	Duckworth, Fred	September 1997	Krieghoff	a deadly fuffalo encounter is terminated by a powerful Krieghoff rifle. Hunting.	62
G099774	Hunting Gear	Bodinson, Holt	September 1997		A seasonal department brings you the latest accessories for the field. Hunting.	74
G099720	In the Shadow of William Tell	Halbrook, Stephen P.	September 1997		Switzerland’s armed citizens are feeling the grip of gun control. 2nd Amendment.	20
G099725	Accuracy Measured to the Third Decimal	Petty, Charles	September 1997	Sako Finnfire Varmint .22	Sako’s Finnfire Varmint .22 can shoot a hole barely bigger than the bullet. Tests.	25
G099738	Summer Biathlon, The	Zutz, Don	September 1997		This new sport combines precision shooting with a challenging 5K run. Competition.	38
G099756	Master of the Autumn Skies	Zutz, Don	September 1997		For far-flying geese, the gauge 3-1/2 inch magnum is an awesome performer.	56
G099770	Mini Guns	Galan, J.I.	September 1997		Collectible presentation-grade miniatures look real enough to shoot.	70
G099786	1997 Academy of Excellence Awards.		September 1997		Judges recognize this year’s “best of the best” in the shooting industry.	86
GAN97195	Shooting Industry Directory		GUNS Annual 1997		Manufacturer listings.	251; 195
GAN97243	Products and Services		GUNS Annual 1997		Products & services by category.	299; 243
GAN97273	Industry Web Sites		GUNS Annual 1997		www numbers of companies.	329; 273
GAN9744	Manstoppers	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Annual 1997		Top quality tactical loads to make every shot count.	44
GAN9751	Working Man’s .45	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Annual 1997	S&W Model 457	S&W 457 lightweight compact auto is the newest addition to S&W’s value line.	51
GAN9796	Gun Giveaway		GUNS Annual 1997	Taurus pistol pair		96
GAN9707	The Truth About Drop In Stocks	Bodinson, Holt	GUNS Annual 1997		Do these aftermarket accessories perform as promised?	7
GAN9718	Custom Ruger Rimfire	Taffin, John	GUNS Annual 1997	Clark 10/22 Custom Ruger rimfire	Clark 10/22 is super-accurized small game hunting rifle.	16
GAN9719	The Tommy Gun Today	Rees, Clair	GUNS Annual 1997		The height of technology from the roaring ‘20s to WWII.	19
GAN9723	Marvelous Mannlichers	Rees, Clair	GUNS Annual 1997	Mannlicher carbine	Compact, fast-handling and light weight, full-stocked carbines have a lot to offer.	23
GAN9735	Marlin’s “Best” Gun	Sundra, Jon	GUNS Annual 1997	Marlin MR-7	MR-7 featuress eclectic mix of America’s favorite rifles.	35
GAN9740	Space Age Rifles	Turpin, Tom	GUNS Annual 1997		Christensen Arms uses aerospace technology to create super-accurate rifles.	40
GAN9791	God’s Scalpel	Farrell, Scott	GUNS Annual 1997	MR-30	This tactical rifle is precise and deadly enough to perform surgery at 100 yards.	91
GAN97100	The Real Story of the M1 Garand	Thompson, Jim	GUNS Annual 1997	M1 Garand	U.S.’ most successful battle rifle comes marching home.	100
GAN9712	Game Getters	Matunas, Edward	GUNS Annual 1997		Tailor handloads to create ultimate hunting cartridge.	12
GAN9727	Masters of Engraving	Turpin, Tom	GUNS Annual 1997		The splendor and style of the artisans of the FEGA.	27
GAN9764	Holographic Sight	Williams, Dick	GUNS Annual 1997		Bushnell holosight represents revolution in sight tech.	64
GAN9765	Defensive Simulation Ammo	Petty, Charles E.	GUNS Annual 1997		Handloaded ammo for training makes economic sense.	65
GAN9769	Firearms & Family Values	Huntington, Roy	GUNS Annual 1997		Shooting sports teach kids trust & responsibility for life.	69
GAN9774	Recapturing the Frontier	Fadala, Sam	GUNS Annual 1997		Blackpowder guns kindle the spirit of pioneers and give modern hunters an edge.	74
GAN9779	Police Tactics for Self Defense	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Annual 1997		Techniques from the cops to tip the scales in your favor.	79
GAN9786	Have Gun Will Travel	Sundra, Jon	GUNS Annual 1997		Today’s cases take anxiety out of traveling with gun.	86
GAN97105	Realistic Airguns	Galan, J.I.	GUNS Annual 1997		Airguns with “real” look & feel are proven training tools.	105
GAN9760	Return of the Big 10	Rees, Clair	GUNS Annual 1997		Again, mighty 10 gauge is the ruler of the marsh.	60
GAN97111	Accurate Scatterguns	Zutz, Don	GUNS Annual 1997		Wring most out of shotgun by following simple steps.	111
GCA9708	Sniper!	Karwan, Chuck	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		From dead-eyed minutemen to Civil War marksmen to modern snipers, America’s sharpshooters have always been the best.	8
GCA9710	The Myth of the One-Stop Shot	Wolberg, Eugene J.	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		gunshot wounds.	10
GCA9714	Non-Lethal Alternatives	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Sometimes a man just needs killin’. But other times a faceful of pepper spray does the trick.	14
GCA9721	Controversial Training Trends	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Self defense training methods.	21
GCA9728	Sniper Rifles	Karwan, Chuck	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Semiauto vs bolt-action: there are strengths and weaknesses to both systems.	28
GCA9736	Fight At Night!	Stanford, Andy	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Tactics, techniques and tools for self defense in darkness.	36
GCA9743	The Guns of Gunsite	Sweeney, Pat	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		the famous shooting school that Jeff Cooper founded customizes some of the finest combat weapons.	43
GCA9748	Urban Rifle	Smith, Clint	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Riots and looting, mayhem and murder. From Los Angeles to Miami, mob violence is on the rise. Survival in today’s urban jungle means you better be prepared to defend your home.	48
GCA9757	A Thinking Man’s Combat Shotgun	Hackathorn, Ken	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Combat shotgun considerations.	57
GCA9763	Transitioning from the Shoulder Weapon	Stanford, Andy	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		How to access your handgun smoothly and with proper tactics.	63
GCA9768	MP-5: Subgun Par Excellence	Lonsdale, Mark	GUNS Combat Annual 1997	MP-5	Why Heckler & Koch’s legendary 9mm submachine gun is the runaway favorite of SWAT teams, SEALs and elite special forces.	68
GCA9776	Thoughts on Carrying a Concealed Handgun	Hackathorn, Ken	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Concealed carry guns.	76
GCA9784	Assault Rifles: Weapons of Liberty	Karwan, Chuck	GUNS Combat Annual 1997	M-16, AK-47, CAR-15, Galil, Kalishnakov	Yes they are made for killing people. That’s why you should have one. It’s a Bill of rights thing.	84
GCA9792	HK USP	Ayoob, Massad	GUNS Combat Annual 1997	HK USP .45	HK Universal Service Pistol	92
GCA9799	How to Cheat at Practice	Nadel, Seth	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Ten ways to maximize your shooting skills at the range without wasting ammo.	99
GCA97105	Fundamentals of Weapon Retention	Stanford, Andy	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Gunfight. Looking past the Wild West baggage of this word, it tells us a lot about the task of the defensive shooter. Let’s break it down.	105
GCA97111	Combat Knives	Karwan, Chuck	GUNS Combat Annual 1997		Riding on the cutting edge of self defense and battle. What workd, what doesn’t and why— from a Special Forces combat veteran.	111

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