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Tuesday, 02 April 2024
WELL-KNOWN GUNS IN LEADING ROLES, PART 2

In the previous part of this article, we reviewed the COMBAT MASTER, Glock 17, B&T USW A1, and CZ P-09 pistols. In the sequel, we'll look at the movies that other well-known pistols like the H&K USP, Glock 19, Walther P99 and CZ P-07 have starred in.

 
Tuesday, 27 June 2023
QPQ Training Accessories

The Czech brand QPQ is dedicated to the production of training aids and accessories for firearms. These aids and accessories are mostly made of plastic, with the help of a 3D printer. The training aids consist of products suitable for practicing gun handling during shooting, maintenance, etc. Other accessories are composed of e.g., stands and gun holders, or cases for cartridges or guns. However, the QPQ brand also deals with customized 3D printing according to the customer's wishes. Which gadgets are interesting for a shooter?

 
Thursday, 16 February 2023
New models of T4E weapons, part 2

In the first part of the article, we discussed the new Defense-Training Markers by the manufacturer UMAREX GmbH & Co. KG, which have appeared on the market in the last year or so. They were the stylish T4E GLOCK 17 GEN. 5 pistol, the powerful T4E HDR 68 revolver and the powerful T4E HDX 68 rifle. However, since Umarex is not lagging behind with the development of T4E branded guns, we will take a look at other models as well.

 
Thursday, 16 February 2023
New models of T4E weapons, Part 1

Perhaps the largest corporation called UMAREX GmbH & Co. KG from Germany, which is engaged in the development, production and distribution of over-the-counter weapons, is constantly expanding its range of weapons, which is called the Defense-Training Markers. These increasingly popular weapons can fire rubber projectiles, projectiles with colored substance, and projectiles with tear agent fillings. Thus, they have become popular because they can be used as training weapons, self-defense weapons, paintball guns, or for a leisure activity at home in the backyard. In the following lines, we'll take a look together at what new T4E brand models have popped up in the last year or so.

 
Friday, 25 November 2022
Crosman 1077 vs Ruger 10/22

The famous air rifles powered by a 12 g CO2 cartridge, which have a lot in common at first glance. They are similarly sized, similarly heavy, have similar magazines, similar stocks, but there are a few minor or major differences. The production of one of them is made in the USA, the production of the other in Germany. Let's look together at their basic characteristics and details of the differences between them.

 
Wednesday, 21 September 2022
The development of American self-loading and automatic rifles in the USA after the Second World War

The 20th century was a period of major conflicts that began with the First World War, continued with the even more tragic Second World War, and culminated in long-lasting tension between the Western and Eastern powers in the form of the so-called Cold War, which lasted until 1991. To make matters worse, the whole world was hit several times by severe economic crises. As war conflicts persisted, the powers also competed in the development of various weapons. If one power came up with a new rifle, for example, the other power soon responded with a new rifle of its own. Of course, the USA as a superpower could not be left behind.

 
Thursday, 28 April 2022
The most famous weapons used during the First World War

During the First World War (1914 – 1918), many weapons developed before the First World War were used, for example the Russian repeating rifle Mosin model 1891.

The First World War also brought a development of the brand-new rifles with the goal to have more effective weapons than the enemy. The reason for development of new weapons was also the fact that, from the technological point of view, it was necessary to produce the simplest possible weapons. Consequently, this allowed their mass production, since the huge number of soldiers demanded the huge number of weapons.

Let’s have a look at weapons used during the First World War that became legends.

 
Thursday, 28 April 2022
Which knives were the hit of the year 2021?

Knives are undoubtedly a handy tool, for example in the household, garage, workshop or for hiking and camping. Sometimes it is good to have them just in case, since they will always find use at the right time.

Fortunately, in the Slovak Republic, the types of knives are not legally limited based on the length of the blade or their total length. Thanks to this, those interested in getting one, can choose from variety of fixed blade knives, folding knives, multifunctional knives and other types of knives.

Let’s take a look at knives that were a hit of the season 2021.

 
Monday, 24 January 2022
Favorite diabolo pelletes in kal. 4.5 mm and 5.5 mm

It happens many times, that customers cannot decide which type of pellets to buy for their new air-rifle, or they simply would like to try some other brands, types and kinds of pellets, but they do not know which ones to choose. No wonder they can’t. Nowadays, the market offers hundreds of types and kinds of pellets for air-rifles, whether from well-known or less known brands. The goal of this article is to advise customers about favorite pellets. We are going to focus on the most common calibers, that are calibers 4.5 mm and 5.5 mm.

 
Monday, 13 December 2021
THE MOST FAMOUS WEAPONS USED DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR

A number of weapons that had been developed during the First World War and even before the First World War were used in the Second World War, such as the Russian repeating rifle Mosin model 1891. Nevertheless, the Second World War also brought about the development of entirely new rifled weapons, with the aim of having more effective weapons than the enemy. However, the reason for the development of new weapons was also due to the fact that it was necessary to produce as simple weapons as possible from a technological point of view, which allowed their mass production, because huge numbers of soldiers needed huge quantities of weapons. Let's take a look together at which weapons were the most widely used in the US, Russian and German armies.

 
Wednesday, 17 February 2021
Looking for a pistol for the casual shooter? Short air rifles are perfect for beginners

Wondering how to use your free time? Are you at least a little bit interested in guns? Would you like to start somehow and find out if shooting will be fun for you? If you don't want to invest a lot in trying it out, a short air gun, either in the form of a pistol or a revolver, whose price won't hurt your wallet too much, is the right choice to start with. The choice should certainly be made according to the purpose, whether it is just for leisure shooting or for training shooting with a plan to improve and in the future get a long rifle, for example. So keep reading to find out how to make the right choice.

 
Wednesday, 17 February 2021
Collectible pieces of gas pistol enthusiasts

The European market offers a large number of manufacturers and models of gas pistols. By gas guns we mean so-called expansion guns. The popular term 'gas pistols' or 'gas guns' has come into use because these guns are capable of firing, in addition to alarm rounds, gas cartridges containing an irritant tear-forming substance. They are therefore also a very popular means of defense. Which models are the most successful can be found below.

 
Monday, 25 January 2021
DEFENSE-TRAINING MARKERS? FUN, DEFENCE AND PAINTBALL ALL IN ONE

What are the weapons called Defense-Training Markers? What can they do? What are they for? What category of weapons can they be classified under? Since they have been on the Slovak market for a relatively short time, few people know what these weapons are and what they are used for. If you want to learn about them, read on.

 
Tuesday, 15 December 2020
HOW TO ADJUST THE RIFLESCOPE ON THE AIR RIFLE?

A riflescope is an optical device that is usually installed on the frame of a weapon and makes it easier and faster to aim at a longer distance. When aiming through classic fixed sights, the shooter must align the front sight with the sight and at the same time aim at the target. When shooting through a riflescope, however, all you need to do is align the reticle (cross) with the target, which makes shooting faster, more comfortable and easier. Next, we will explain how to choose the right riflescope and how to set it up.

 
Tuesday, 08 December 2020
THE PERFECT GIFT FOR A MAN? QUALITY KNIFE

Are you looking for a suitable gift for a guy who is a fan of knives? It is important that you try to find out, in particular, the type of knives he prefers. Thus, whether he prefers knives with a fixed blade, multifunctional knives or folding knives. If you are the type of person who would more reveal yourself with "inconspicuous questions", we have advice for you on how to choose the right knife, even with specific examples of popular models. Read more below.

 
Wednesday, 27 May 2020
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT AMMUNITION FOR YOUR AIRGUN?

One might say that air guns simply include a pellet or a shot. However, when he subsequently finds out in a stone shop or online store that there is already a large number of pellets and shots today, he is suddenly surprised and does not know what to choose. In the following lines, we will try to advise you on how to choose the right ammunition for your air gun.

 
Wednesday, 11 December 2019
Replica guns as a Christmas gift

Christmas time is coming, and you are still thinking about what original gift would surprise your relatives. Your time is running out fast, the selection is large and the budget for Christmas gifts is already at its peak. Just for you, we have prepared the top 5 replicas of weapons up to € 200 from afg-defense.eu, which will take your breath away not only for lovers of guns and history, but also for anyone else.

 
Wednesday, 20 November 2019
Instructions how to clean long guns

Why is regular weapon maintenance so important? This is best illustrated by a well-known line from the film Black Barons: "Comrades, what happens to a gun when you leave it in the wind and rain? It corrodes!“ Regular maintenance of the weapon is the alpha and omega of its life. Cleaning of the long weapons affects in addition to the length of use, its functionality, dispersion, overall condition and, after all, its value. So, let’s take a look at the basic principles of cleaning the long guns.

 
Monday, 04 November 2019
Do you care about your short weapon the way it deserves?

A big mistake of some owners of short firearms is the opinion that they do not have to clean their weapon thoroughly and take care of it regularly. Do you want your arm not to disappoint you at crucial moments? In order for it to work well and to be always 100% ready, it must be given the best care.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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