Ever since the dumbest firearms law in America, the ban on imported semiautomatic rifles, was enacted in 1989, it's been difficult for foreign manufacturers to sell their products here. Naturally, because people are smart and politicians are not, we've basically gotten around that law by importing certain parts and manufacturing others here in the US. This means we can basically have all of the same rifles, as long as the manufacturer is willing to make an effort to import/manufacture what they need. A manufacturer's willingness to go to these lengths… Read More
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Swiss Arms High Res Photos
Just in case anyone wants some new desktop wallpaper, here are some great high-res shots of Swiss Arms rifles, courtesy of Swiss Arms. If you can't see the images, try clicking on the linked text. SAN 511, .50 BMG precision rifle A slightly different SAN 511. Perhaps this is the "entry carbine" SAN 511? I am joking, of course... For more technical data about the 511, check out the Guns, Holsters, and Gear posts by Richard. 751 SAPR Long Barrel. 751 SAPR Short Barrel. I would like to see this… Read More
Sig 55X Rifle Series Features & Differences.
Check out the interview with Swiss Arms gunsmith Rico Ghinolfi over at The Firearm Blog.