Neal's Outdoor

Essentials for the Huntsman

Outsider — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:33:19 +0000

Hunting is a fun and thrilling sport, but it can also be dangerous for the ill prepared hunter. It’s important to take the proper precautions for a successful hunt, and this first includes addressing the adverse conditions of the outdoors. Being prepared for all that Mother Nature can dish out is essential for remaining safe. [...]

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Gerber: The Premier Knife Manufacturer

Outsider — Thu, 28 May 2009 17:32:46 +0000

Gerber has been a leader in manufacturing knives and multi-tools for several decades, and has a history that traces back to the early 1900s. Gerber started out as an advertising firm in 1910. While working at the family owned business, Joseph Gerber mailed out two dozen knife sets to clients over the holidays. The knives [...]

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History of Ruger

Outsider — Thu, 14 May 2009 16:39:50 +0000

Sturm, Ruger & Company was founded by William B. Ruger and Alexander McCormick Sturm in 1949 in a small rented machine shop in Southport, Connecticut. Just prior to their partnership, Bill Ruger had successfully duplicated two Baby Nambu pistols in his garage, from a captured Nambu that he acquired from a returning US Marine, at [...]

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Tips on Sharpening a Knife

Outsider — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:36:10 +0000

If the edge of your knife has become dull and is not the great tool it used to be, it may be time for you to learn the basics of sharpening your own knife. Sure, you could take it to the local shop and have them put the edge back on it for you, but [...]

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A Brief History of Gerber Legendary Blades

Outsider — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 21:24:05 +0000

Getting its start in 1910, Gerber was not always involved in the knife industry. Rather, the Gerber family ran an advertising firm based out of Portland, Oregon. The association with knives only came when Joseph Gerber mailed handmade knives to his clients during the holiday season. Although their trade was advertising, the knives proved popular [...]

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What Exactly is a Handgun?

Outsider — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 21:22:44 +0000

Unless you’re a gun enthusiast, you might not know exactly what constitutes a handgun. A handgun is simply a firearm that can be held and fired with one hand. The other hand can, however, be used to steady and support either the base of the gun or the other shooting hand. It is this characteristic [...]

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S&W: A Brand You Can Trust

Outsider — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:24:59 +0000

A lot of gun owners have a preferred brand when it comes to pistols. Many still favor S&W pistols over other pistol brands. And you cannot blame them for sticking one of the oldest and trusted names in American firearms. These firearms are used by the military and police as well. They have low cost pistols [...]

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Get Gun Enthusiasts Excited

Outsider — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:24:46 +0000

There are so many rifles out there that gun enthusiasts look at. Many look for marlin rifles because of the history these rifles have. John Marlin manufactured his own line of firearms in 1870. That is the beginning of Marlin rifles. And when he died in 1901, his two sons continued the tradition of making [...]

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Holsters Make Firearms Safer

Outsider — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:29:20 +0000

If you own a firearm then you know that you just can’t carry it around with you without any kind of case or holster. That’s just not done. Some gun-related accidents happen only because gun owners refuse to take the basic safety precautions. It doesn’t matter if it looks cool; shoving your unsheathed gun in [...]

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Choose A Sleek, Classic Design

Outsider — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:24:55 +0000

Every outdoorsman whose worth his salt knows the proper gear can make or break him. Whether you prefer range or motion target shooting, you firearm should meet your high standards. Taurus 1911 is very popular with professional and amateur range shooters. The sleek classic design complements the premium accessories of the newer models. Complete with [...]

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