Firearms

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Understanding the 4 Types of Sight Pictures

By North American Outdoors / October 25, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding the 4 Types of Sight Pictures

Just as there is not just one firearm to meet every need, one sight picture is not used for every situation. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 25, 2023 NEWS,TIPS & TACTICS,CONCEALED CARRY,FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Understanding the 4 Types of Sight Pictures – NRA Women.com Anyone who has ever gone through an NRA Firearms Training…

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Do You Know Your 9s

By North American Outdoors / October 5, 2023 / Comments Off on Do You Know Your 9s

Before you put just any 9mm ammo into your firearm, remember that all 9s are not the same! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 1, 2023 NEWS,TIPS & TACTICS,TERMINOLOGY,FIREARMS,GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Do You Know Your 9s – NRA Women.com The 9 mm cartridge is the dominant round today for personal protection, competition, law enforcement and…

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What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions?

By North American Outdoors / September 20, 2023 / Comments Off on What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions?

Sometimes firearms can safely shoot more than one caliber. Here’s how to tell which ones.   by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 20, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, TERMINOLOGY, FIREARMS Support NRA WomenDONATE What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions? – NRA Women.com Always make certain you have the proper ammunition that can safely…

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Understanding Cartridge Headspace

By North American Outdoors / September 14, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Cartridge Headspace

Many things must properly line up before a cartridge can be accurately fired through a firearm–and one of the most important factors is headspace. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 14, 2023 NEWS,TERMINOLOGY,HUNTING,CONCEALED CARRY,GEAR,FIREARMS Support NRA WomenDONATE Understanding Cartridge Headspace – NRA Women.com Firearm cartridges are made up of four main components: bullet, case, gun powder…

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Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

By North American Outdoors / August 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

What’s it like to be an active participant in traditionally male-dominated activities like hunting and shooting? This prolific NRA Women contributor offers her insight. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 31, 2023 NEWS,LIFESTYLE,HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World – NRA Women.com I have spent my entire adult life in what has…

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Understanding Terminal Performance

By North American Outdoors / August 10, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Terminal Performance

We hear this term bantered about a lot when it comes to ammunition. But what exactly does it mean, and how does it affect your success in the field or for self-defense? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 10, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, CONCEALED CARRY, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Understanding Terminal Performance – NRA Women.com Terminal performance is…

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Optical Illusion: Understanding Parallax—and Why It Is Important

By North American Outdoors / July 6, 2023 / Comments Off on Optical Illusion: Understanding Parallax—and Why It Is Important

The concept of parallax is difficult to comprehend, and often even more difficult to explain. Here’s a great primer. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on July 6, 2023 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, TERMINOLOGY, HUNTING, GEAR Optical Illusion: Understanding Parallax—and Why It Is Important – NRA Women.com There are a lot of terms and concepts that are used when…

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Two 9mm nickel-plated bullets.

History of the Hollow Point Bullet

By North American Outdoors / June 23, 2023 / Comments Off on History of the Hollow Point Bullet

By Heidi Lyn Rao History of the Hollow Point Bullet The evolution of the hollow point bullet has a very unique and interesting history. The origins of its design were conceived over three continents, multiple wars, and battlefield ammunition alterations. The late-1800’s European Arms Race was the beginning of the modernization of the world’s superpowers.…

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4 Tips for the Trips that Include Firearms

By North American Outdoors / June 7, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Tips for the Trips that Include Firearms

Vacation should be a time when we let down our guard, but often it is often when we are most vulnerable. If you plan to vacation with a firearm in tow, pay attention to these important facets. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on June 7, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS 4 Tips for…

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Always Carry Two forms of Protection When Entering Wilderness Areas

By North American Outdoors / May 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Always Carry Two forms of Protection When Entering Wilderness Areas

By Heidi Lyn Rao Always Carry Two forms of Protection When Entering Wilderness Areas Anytime you enter areas where wildlife predators roam, you should always carry two forms of protection, especially when visiting National Parks, National Forests, and other Wilderness Areas. The extent that an individual is willing to go to protect themselves from a…

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