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From 115 grs. to 147, round-nose FMJs to hollow points and flat points, Aguila Ammunition’s five offerings in 9 mm Luger run the gamut, and provide shooters with variety and value. Most of the ammunition is best suited for range use, but shooters will find that despite modest over-the-counter prices, Aguila cartridges exhibit consistent quality. Most people may not know that Aguila actually manufactures all components of its cartridges, save the propellant, and in addition to its facilities south of the border, Aguila is expanding its American operations in Texas. American Rifleman’s Joe Kurtenbach has had the opportunity to shoot a lot of Aguila’s offering, and offers his take in this week’s NRA Gun Gear of the week video.
Reliable pistol-caliber carbines, especially with quick-caliber-change capability, are fun, and the ASR 1911 from TNW Firearms is one of the most unique of the bunch.
Voyager Technologies announced on Sept. 8 that the GOEX plant in Camp Minden, La.—the sole black powder manufacturing facility located in the United States—has been modernized and is back in production.
Original firearms from the American Revolution era are valuable and best preserved for posterity. For those who want to shoot them, several modern makers offer quality reproductions.
Carbine performance is all about maintaining control. The Rifle Standard Delta 2 is a drill that pressures recoil control, visual discipline and cadence as distance decreases and time compresses.