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Inside the Badge by Brian OstroMay 26, 2010

Resurgence of the .380 ACP

The .380 ACP round is much shorter than either the 9mm Luger or the .38 Special, creating the ultimate deep concealment package with six to eight rounds of ammunition. This exceeds the average five-shot, deep-concealment revolver by a few potentially life-saving rounds.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 18, 2010

Sturm, Ruger Introduces the LCR-357

The LCR-357 is the newest addition to the LCR revolvers, chambering the .357 Magnum in a compact, five-shot revolver that weighs 17.1 ounces.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 25, 2010

Tapco Brings 30-Round Mini-14 Magazine

The magazine uses a heavy duty spring and anti-tilt follower to improve reliability. A textured floorplate allows for an easier pull from magazine pouches.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterApril 6, 2010

Ruger's SR-556 Carbine

Ruger introduced its new SR-556 rifle at last year's National Rifle Association show in Phoenix. The announcement ended years of speculation that Ruger was indeed working on an AR-style rifle, and the SR-556 quickly became the buzz of the show. While the newest Ruger long gun possesses many typical AR features, it also has a Ruger-designed piston drive system. The patent-pending, chrome plated two-stage piston system provides a cleaner, cooler running, and more reliable operation than any standard AR gas impingement system can deliver. Read our full review of Ruger's SR-556.

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Articlesby Mike DettyMarch 25, 2010

Sturm, Ruger & Co. SR-556 Carbine

What sets the SR-556 apart from any other AR on the market is its piston drive upper. Its design is simple and effective and it works as advertised.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 18, 2010

Ruger Introduces Two Revolvers Chambered In .327 Federal Magnum

The .327 Federal Magnum offers near-.357 Magnum performance with less recoil, pushing a 100-grain American Eagle load at 1,525 feet per second out of the 4.20-inch barreled GP100, according to Ruger.

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Videosby Staff WriterDecember 21, 2009

Ruger LCP .380 Pistol

YouTube user kowa45 reviews the Ruger LCP .380, saying it's an ideal second or third gun for a cop. Dissasembly isn't easy, so watch for that section. Read POLICE Magazine's review of the Ruger LCP.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 17, 2009

Firearms Demand Slipping

Firearms demand has surged in 2009, as public gun-makers Smith & Wesson and Sturm, Ruger & Co. reported sharp profit spikes largely driven by fears that the Obama Administration would impose new gun-control laws.

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Articlesby Paul ScarlataJuly 31, 2009

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Light Compact Revolver

At this year's SHOT Show, Ruger wowed the attendees when it unveiled one of the most radically new handguns that has been seen in decades, the Light Compact Revolver (LCR).

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Articlesby POLICE Magazine StaffMarch 1, 2009

SHOT Show 2009: Best of Show

There were law enforcement exhibits in the lobby, in the hallways, in the meeting rooms from one end of the rambling convention center to the other. And they had a lot of great products on display. Here's a look at our favorites from this year's SHOT.

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