Available Soon - Tasers!

Outdoor Gear Barn will soon have Tasers available for purchase!  Stay tuned!

Easier Gun Parts Search!

You asked, we listened!  We have made it easier for your to find the gun parts you need in the BARN!  You can now search by Weapon, Function and Brand!   Check it out:  https://www.outdoorgearbarn.com/c-1627-gun-parts.aspx 

NRA Show 2012: Introducing the Beretta A400 Xcel Parallel Target Shotgun

Check out the New Beretta A400 Xcel Shotgun!  Beretta rolled out its new shotgun made specifically for target shooting at the 2012 NRA Show in St. Louis. The Beretta A400 Xcel Parallel semi-auto features the Beretta Kick Off system to help reduce recoil and fatigue, along with the A400 Blink gas system, the newest gas system on the market, handling 7/8-ounce loads up to heavy target loads. The A400 Xcel will retail for about $1,499. Check out the video straight from the NRA Show!


Read more: http://www.gunsandammo.com/2012/04/17/nra-show-2012-introducing-the-beretta-a400-xcel-parallel-target-shotgun/#ixzz20oZ96bOT/

Google Censors Firearms Products in Shopping Search Results AGAIN

Google Censors Firearms Products in Shopping Search Results

Here we go again - doesn't make sense because if I was in the PORN industry, I would not be subject to censorship - PLEASE SWITCH TO BING

via: http://www.outdoorhub.com/news/google-censors-firearms-products-shopping-search-results/

Google’s unofficial motto of “don’t be evil” is being heavily scrutinized by firearms enthusiasts following the release of a letter the company sent out to merchants using its Google Shopping service. The email informs sellers that the service is becoming a commercial operation; this means that merchants can pay money to have their products show up first in Google Shopping search results.

Along with this change came an announcement which informed merchants that “weapons” and “weapon accessories” (including things like hunting rifles and ammunition) would no longer show up in Google Shopping results. Officially, Google has said that “Our Company has a strong culture and values, and we’ve chosen not to allow ads that promote products and services that are incompatible with these values.”

Now many in the firearms community are questioning exactly what these values are. There is an online petition asking Google to amend their policy started by change.org user which can be found.

It appears as though the policy has already been put into place, and you can see for yourself with a bit a quick googling – try searching “remington 700″ or “9mm ammo” on Google and then clicking the “Shopping” tab on the left sidebar. Below is the official announcement from Google as reproduced from Michael T’s petition (emphasis added by editor).

“Dear Merchant,
We’re writing to let you know about some upcoming changes to the product listings you submit to Google. As we recently announced, we are starting to transition our shopping experience to a commercial model that builds on Product Listing Ads. This new shopping experience is called Google Shopping. As part of this transition, we’ll begin to enforce a set of new policies for Google Shopping in the coming weeks. A new list of the allowed, restricted, and prohibited products on Google Shopping is available on our new policy page – Google Shopping policies – NEW – Google Merchant Center Help.
Based on a review of the products you’re currently submitting, it appears that some of the content in your Merchant Center account, ****************, will be affected by these policy changes. In particular we found that your products may violate the following policies:
Weapons
When we make this change, Google will disapprove all of the products identified as being in violation of policies. We ask that you make any necessary changes to your feeds and/or site to comply, so that your products can continue to appear on Google Shopping.
To help you through this new set of policies and how to comply with them, we would like to give you some specific suggestions regarding the changes needed to keep your offers running on Google Shopping.

Weapons
As highlighted on our new policy page Google Shopping policies – NEW – Google Merchant Center Help, in order to comply with the Google Shopping policies you need to comply first with the AdWords policies AdWords Policy Center – Advertising Policies Help. We do not allow the promotion or sale of weapons and any related products such as ammunitions or accessory kits on Google Shopping. In order to comply with our new policies, please remove any weapon-related products from your data feed and then re-submit your feed in the Merchant Center. For more information on this policy please visit Weapons – Advertising Policies Help.
We’re constantly reviewing our policies, and updating them when necessary, to ensure we’re offering the best experience possible to our users. We’ve identified a set of policy principles to govern our policy efforts on Google Shopping in the U.S. These principles are:

1) Google Shopping should provide a positive experience to users.
Showing users the right products at the right time can truly enhance a user’s experience. When people trust us to deliver them to a destination that’s relevant, original, and easy to navigate this creates a positive online experience to the benefit of both users and merchants.

2) Google Shopping should be safe for all users.
User safety is everyone’s business, and we can’t do business with those who don’t agree. Scams, phishing, viruses, and other malicious activities on the Internet damage the value of the Internet for everyone. Trying to get around policies or “game the system” is unfair to our users, and we can’t allow that.

3) Google Shopping should comply with local laws and regulations.
Many products and services are regulated by law, which can vary from country to country. All advertising, as well as the products and services being advertised, must clearly comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
For the most part, our policies aren’t designed to describe every law in every country. All advertisers bear their own responsibility for understanding the laws applicable to their business. Our policies are often more restrictive than the law, because we need to be sure we can offer services that are legal and safe for all users.

4) Google Shopping should be compatible with Google’s brand decisions.
Google Shopping must be compatible with company brand decisions. Our company has a strong culture and values, and we’ve chosen not to allow ads that promote products and services that are incompatible with these values. In addition, like all companies, Google sometimes makes decisions based on technical limitations, resource constraints, or requirements from our business partners. Our policies reflect these realities.
We’ve given much thought to our stance on this content, as well as the potential effect our policy decision could have on our Merchants, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Sincerely,
The Google Shopping Team

Gun Cleaning Tips

GUN CLEANING TIPS

1. IMPORTANT - Always check the chamber to make sure that the firearm is unloaded before attempting to clean. Remove any clips or magazines.

2. Do not disassemble the firearm beyond what the manufacturer has recommended in the owner’s manual.

3. While disassembled, inspect for cracks and other signs of excessive wear. Consult with a qualified gunsmith for any necessary repairs.

4. Clean your firearm from the breech end whenever possible. If this method of cleaning is not possible, take precautions not to push debris into the action. Be sure to use the included Muzzle Guard if the cleaning is done from muzzle end. This helps to protect the crown (the area where the bullet exits the muzzle) from nicks and wearing. Protection of this area is critical to shooting accuracy. This is also an excellent tool to keep the cleaning rod centered when cleaning from the breech end.

5. Select the proper Jag or Patch Holder and correct size patch for your application. Saturate the patch with No. 10 Solvent or No. 10 Copper Cutter.

6. Run the patch down the barrel to soak the fouled bore. Remove soiled patch from rod as it exits the end of the bore. Pulling the patch back through can redeposit fouling and draw debris into the action. Let the solvent soak a couple of minutes to help remove any lead or carbon buildup.

7. Remove the Jag or Patch Holder, and attach the appropriate bore brush. Saturate the brush with the solvent and work it back and forth through the bore 3-6 times. Reattach the Jag or Patch Holder with a soaked patch, and run down the bore with new patches until they emerge clean. Run a dry patch down the bore to remove any remaining residue. Check barrel for traces of fouling and repeat process if necessary.

8. Place 3-4 drops of Formula 3 Gun Conditioner or TW25B High Tech Lubricant (follow instructions) on a patch or Cotton Mop and run it down the cleaned bore to leave a light coating of rust preventative behind.

9. Using the double ended Nylon Gun Brush soaked in No. 10 Solvent or Copper Cutter, begin to remove any unburnt powder or debris in and around the action. If available, use a degreaser, such as Kleen-Bore’s “Gunk-Out” to remove loosened fouling and wipe with a clean cloth. Be sure to lightly lubricate all surfaces that have been degreased, and all moving parts. This will aid in rust prevention as well as increase the life of the firearm. Do not over lubricate, this can cause the action to become gummy, allowing dust and debris to collect.

10. When reassembling the firearm, be sure to wipe down any metal surfaces that you have come in contact with, due to the acid content in perspiration. The Silicone Gun and Reel Cloth are ideal for this. It will remove handling marks, restore luster, and provide rust protection.

11. CAUTION: Before any firearm is fired, be sure the bore is free of any obstruction. This may cause bodily harm, as well as damage to your firearm. Never attempt to shoot an obstruction clear.

CLEANING THE BORE 1. Dip a patch in No. 10 or No. 11 Copper Cutter Solvent and pass it, on a jag or patch holder, through the bore several times to penetrate and loosen fouling. Work from the rear whenever possible and don't pull the dirty patch back through the bore. Note use of muzzle guard to center rod and protect bore.	2. Dip a phosphor bronze brush of the proper size in solvent and pass it through the bore several times. Again, work from the rear and go in one direction only.
3. Pass clean, dry patches through the bore until there are no signs of residue on the patch. Work from the rear and go in one direction only.	4. Lightly lubricate (just a dab of TW25 or 3 or 4 drops of Formula 3) a bore mop of the proper size and pass it through the bore 3 or 4 times.
CLEANING THE ACTION 5. Dip a nylon or phosphor bronze gun brush in solvent and scrub areas where powder residues and fouling build up (top strap, forcing cone, ejectors, slides, etc.).	6. Follow the same procedure on bolts, frames, trigger assemblies, etc. to loosen burnt powder, old lubrication and other fouling.
7. Blast away loosed foulings with a powerful cleaner/degreaser (Gunk Out) to prepare for proper lubrication.	8. LUBRICATION: Sparingly use a quality lubricant like TW25 B, Formula 3 or Super Lube to protect moving parts and inhibit rust. Do not over-lubricate.
9. After reassembling the gun, wipe all exposed metal surfaces with a silicone gun and reel cloth to eliminate fingerprints and provide rust protection. If gun is to be stored for a length of time, consider using Rust Guardit for long-term protection.

Sorry folks - I know it has been a LONG time since my last blog.  The good news is we have made many changes since my last post.  We have updated our website, added additional distributors, added many new product lines.  More blogs coming about new products, industry news and MORE!  Stay tuned!

SHOT show in Las Vegas

We just returned from the SHOT show in Las Vegas.  There are many new exciting products coming out this year.  Stay tuned to our blog for some excciting news soon!