The FBI's new 45 pistol
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The FBI has chosen the M1911-pattern, .45 pistols from Springfield Inc as the sidearm for its Hostage Rescue Team and SWAT units. A conference at the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA, resulted in several modifications in the specifications of the 1911 design to suit the bureau's needs.
Publication Name: American Rifleman
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0003-083X
Year: 1999
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Alliant power pistol propellant
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Alliant introduces the Power Pistol propellant for handloading guns. It comes in powder form containing nearly 40% nitroglycerin. Its use increases the maximum firing velocity at low pressures and without exceeding pressure limits. It may be used in different types of handguns.
Publication Name: American Rifleman
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0003-083X
Year: 1999
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