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Weapons (Firearms, Knives, Archery, etc.)

Proposed Q&A site for people who have an interest in Weapons. This will include a somewhat broader category then the old Firearms proposal had, as well as a larger SE audience.
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39 Example Questions

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How do bows made from modern materials compare to the legendary English Yew longbows?
added by Beofett Feb 4 at 17:22
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How can you distinguish a "real" katana from a display piece?
added by Beofett Feb 4 at 17:09
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Bonus points for not destroying the display piece in the process. – SF. Feb 8 at 9:16
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What is the minimum equipment needed to make your own rifle ammunition?
added by Beofett Feb 4 at 17:23
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When I shoot at the range, my shot group dips down and to the left. What am I doing wrong, and how do I fix this?
added by jmort253 Feb 3 at 18:41
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I want to purchase an AR-15 while they're still available, but I want to do this responsibly. How should I store this type of weapon securely?
added by jmort253 Feb 3 at 18:46
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What is a safe way to practice drawing a Glock 17 from a holster in a safe manner while still having the weapon weigh the same as when loaded?
added by jmort253 Feb 3 at 18:48
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If I'm storing a Hanwei sword long-term, what steps should I take to ensure that it remains in good condition?
added by Beofett Feb 4 at 17:19
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How is rifling on a barrel made?
added by SF. Feb 8 at 9:31
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What tools/machines are used and how? – SF. Feb 8 at 9:31
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Which of these calibers is more suited for [activity] (e.g. long-range target, home defense, big-game hunting, varmit hunting)?
added by SSumner Feb 11 at 18:07
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What can I do to protect the blueing from wearing off my gun?
added by Joe Feb 25 at 15:25
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How long a knife legally can be in [country]?
added by volkerjaan, edited by Renan Mar 27 at 19:13
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Do you mean "why are long knives allowed in [country]?" or "How long can a knife legally be in [country]?"? – Luke Feb 5 at 21:55
I mean how long knife is legal in [country], for example 20cm – volkerjaan Feb 7 at 22:20
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Is it really that easy to convert a rifle to be fully-automatic? Or is this a myth from those who don't know much about firearms?
added by SSumner Feb 11 at 18:05
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Where can I find out what I have to do before I can legally own a pistol?
added by Linger Feb 4 at 13:44
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What does "balance" mean when discussing a throwing knife or axe? How do you determine if the balance is right?
added by Beofett Feb 4 at 17:14
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Which pistols besides Desert Eagle are gas-operated? Why is this solution so rare in pistols?
added by SF. Feb 8 at 9:22
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What is the best cleaning [tool, solvent, material, etc] for [material, gun type, specific gun, etc]?
added by TronicZomB Mar 3 at 0:53
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What Gun Components Can Be Made Using A 3D Printer?
added by cryptic ツ Mar 28 at 4:57
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The Liberator pistol! – cryptic ツ May 15 at 10:35
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Does training with airsoft replicas provide an accurate training experience for real-world weapons?
added by SSumner Feb 11 at 18:09
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I'd love to see the answers to this one. It may be quite controversial as Airsoft teaches some things right and some completely wrong. Do benefits outweigh the damages? – SF. Apr 24 at 18:24
Me too. I train with them (I'd like to think I do it right), but I'd like to hear formal answers on how you can install good tactics – SSumner Apr 24 at 19:18
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Does The Muzzle Flash From Ported Barrel Glock C-Models Impair Your Line Of Sight During Additional Shots In Dark Conditions?
added by cryptic ツ Mar 20 at 3:35
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Is a compound or recurve bow better for learning archery?
added by user2307487 Apr 25 at 8:32
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Why are some swords (eg katana) curved, while most are straight (eg rapier, longsword, jian)?
added by user2307487 Apr 25 at 8:37
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How should I properly sharpen a tomahawk so that it effectively neutralizes a target?
added by jmort253 Feb 3 at 23:21
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How long does it take to load a medieval-era crossbow as compared to a modern (e.g. hunting) crossbow?
added by SSumner Feb 11 at 18:14
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My Remington 820 12 gauge hangs up when ejecting cartridge about 1 in 20 shots. Is this a high/low brass issue or something wrong with the action?
added by panhandel Mar 21 at 22:07
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What are the advantages/disadvantages of a crossbow compared to a longbow?
added by user2307487 Apr 24 at 13:34
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What is the nearest chivalric order from [city]?
added by Łukasz Lech Feb 3 at 17:55
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this changes all the time, so an answer would be hard to maintain. easier to do via google, – K.L. Apr 29 at 12:00
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Does [material] make [weapon] more reliable/efficient than with [traditional material]?
added by SSumner Feb 11 at 18:11
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Example: Is VG-10 steel better for a pocketknife blade than VG-5? Is a polymer lower on an AR-15 better than the traditional aluminum lower? – SSumner Feb 11 at 18:13
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What would be the advantage of a double-barrel AF-2011 with 2 different calibers (.45 & .38)?
added by slybloty Mar 18 at 18:25
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Some knife blades, ie Boker, are a softer metal (hard to make hold an edge). Can you really harden the metal by sticking the blade in a potato?
added by panhandel Mar 28 at 21:26
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Where could I readabout proper gun handling and maintenanc? Specific titles needed
added by K.L. Apr 14 at 12:55
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I saw "ice bullets" once in a movie, could that actually be made and used?
added by user2307487 Apr 25 at 8:46
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What does it mean to "zero" a rifle?
added by K.L. May 12 at 14:07
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How much cost the making of bardiche replica in [country]?
added by Łukasz Lech Feb 3 at 17:54
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What criteria should I use when determining what kind of concealed carry holster to purchase to go along with a subcompact Glock 26?
added by jmort253 Feb 3 at 18:40
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What is the simplest [least expensive, most hassle-free] route to obtain a weapon permit in [country]?
added by SF. Feb 8 at 9:18
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What are the legal requirements for a weapon storage locker/safe in [location]?
added by SF. Feb 8 at 9:21
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What are practical advantages of combat shotgun vs close-quarters assault rifle in CQB conditions?
added by SF. Feb 8 at 9:25
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Why the downvotes? This seems like a good question – SSumner May 7 at 18:42
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Where would be the best places to get realistic airsoft guns, and if possible, at stores (online is fine too).
added by Runeony1 Feb 26 at 0:07
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shopping question of sorts – K.L. Apr 29 at 12:01
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Where in [country] can I learn to fight with [weapon]?
added by volkerjaan Feb 3 at 17:01
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Any reason to downvote? Some weapons are very rare to train – volkerjaan May 20 at 15:54

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