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World Famous Steyr SSG 69 Sniper Rifle To Be Retired In 2015

The World Famous Steyr SSG 69 Rifle is set to be retired after 40 outstanding years in service...

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Remington Defense Announces Multi-Million Dollar M40 Sniper Rifle Stocks Contract

The United States Marine Corps Systems Command has awarded Remington Defense a contract to provide up to 2,000 modular stocks, in support of the Marine’s M40 Sniper Rifle Modular Stock program...

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Military elite ask for more Remington sniper rifles

The U.S. military recently decided to refresh its inventory of sniper rifles and sniper rifle accessories from Remington Defense, something the company is more than happy to deliver.

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Israel Weapon Industries Announces the DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle

Israel Weapon Industries Expands its Product Portfolio with the Launch of its DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle - Delivering Exceptional Accuracy and Ergonomics...

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The Allied Sniper Rifles of WWII (VIDEO)

When the balloon went up on what is now known today as the Second World War, the Allies of the US, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union found themselves facing perhaps the best military machine of its day. Their enemies, that of the Empire of Japan and Nazi Germany, were equipped with some of the most advanced sniper rifles in the world. Moreover, the Allies had to play catch-up fast.

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ATK Secures 300 Win. Magnum Ammunition Contract with U.S. Army

The Army has selected this ammunition for primary use in its M2010 Sniper rifle. The five-year 300 Win Mag ammunition contract is in its first year...

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British Sniper Sets Longest Sniper Shot Record – 8,120 Feet

Twice. Cpl. Harrison fired two shots at Taliban machine gunners in Afghanistan. They were confirmed via GPS to be 8,120 feet from Cpl. Harrison's position...

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Remington Defense – Multi-Million Dollar Sniper Rifle Contract with U.S. Special Ops Command

Remington Defense will serve as the system integrator for the PSR, which is a durable sniper system capable of providing accurate target engagement and modular capabilities in barrel length & caliber...

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The Whitworth Rifle: Fit for a queens and Confederates (VIDEO)

We found a rifle that fires a 500-grain bullet capable of one-mile shots, and uses polygonal rifling, yet only weighs 9-pounds. Where do you sign up, right? Well, go back to 1860 and ask for Mr. Whitworth.

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