Understanding Ballistics Basics

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Understanding Ballistics Basics – NRA Women.com It seems that we now live in a world of acronyms. In the past you could get by with a good Webster’s dictionary and a Thesaurus. Many of us remember the days in high school or college when we had to complete the dreaded term paper. We had to physically go…

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Overheard on the Gun Range: Common Terminology

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Overheard on the Gun Range: Common Terminology – NRA Women.com Knowing what these terms mean can keep everyone safe while having an enjoyable experience at the range. Knowing what these terms mean can keep everyone safe while having an enjoyable experience at the range. Accidental Discharge–An unanticipated and unforeseen discharge of a firearm. Injuries and property…

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10 Firearm Safety Rules to Follow While Hunting

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10 Firearm Safety Rules to Follow While Hunting – NRA Women.com The main safety rules apply to all firearm-related activities–with a few more for hunting. As responsible hunters and firearm owners, it is our duty to ensure we follow the 10 rules of firearm safety to avoid being injured or worse, killed. Although there may…

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The 10 Rules of Ammunition Safety

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The 10 Rules of Ammunition Safety – NRA Women.com It is critical to identify which ammunition is the correct type for the firearm you will be shooting BEFORE you shoot. Choosing the right ammunition can be overwhelming and intimidating to a new firearm owner. Manufacturers produce a variety of different types of ammunition, each varying…

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4 Ways to Reduce Felt Recoil

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4 Ways to Reduce Felt Recoil – NRA Women.com Instructors must assist students with issues like recoil so they receive the proper training they are expecting.  As an NRA Firearm Training Instructor, I deal with a lot of issues among my students. Some students must get over their fear of guns, while others need to get over…

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Soft-Point or Solid Bullet – Which is Best?

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Soft-Point or Solid Bullet – Which is Best? – NRA Women.com The answer: It depends. Be sure to match the correct bullet for the game you are hunting. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 18, 2022 NEWS, HUNTING, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Many topics spur debate among hunters, a demographic that is usually willing to voice their opinions on…

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Training: Your Primary Survival Tool

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Training: Your Primary Survival Tool – NRA Women.com First responders regularly revert to their training to handle emergencies. But what about the rest of us? Training and practice can help you be just as ready. Trainers who conduct emergency, disaster or self-defense courses all preach, “Practice Makes Perfect!” Practice is the follow-through of any training…

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Carrying Firearms on Our National Lands

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Carrying Firearms on Our National Lands – NRA Women.com Know your Second Amendment rights in National Parks. While NRA women are a diverse group of individuals with a diverse set of interests, I have found that most of us enjoy the great outdoors. We are engaged in hunting, fishing, camping and hiking, as well as…

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Firearm Bluing: More Than Just a Pretty Finish

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Firearm Bluing: More Than Just a Pretty Finish – NRA Women.com While aesthetically pleasing, bluing also has a functional purpose. Bluing is more than a beautiful finish on a firearm. It also serves as a functional protective layer that resists rust and other factors that could cause damage. The process of bluing is not a…

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