CTK Precision Blog

Precision Reloading Equipment

2012-01-20T11:02:00.001-06:00

Our Bullet Tipping site has been updated.

The new site layout makes it much easier for you to learn about our precision reloading equipment.

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2012-01-09T19:45:00.001-06:00

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Elf Endorsed Shooting Rest

2011-12-24T12:48:00.000-06:00

We love receiving feedback on our products. Over the years, we have certainly seen some unique testimonials. But, until a few days ago, we had never received a testimonial from an elf (at least, we don't think we have).

Thanks to our friends at ArmsVault for sharing this picture of their elf, Hermie, enjoying our Compact Shooting Rest!

Happy Holidays!

- CTK Precision

Brass Catcher Helps Shooter with Limited Mobility

2011-11-14T11:36:00.000-06:00

We love receiving testimonials from people who use our shooting equipment. Occasionally we receive one that really stands out.

Find out how our Universal Brass Catcher has helped a shooter with limited mobility.

- Curt

Glock 20 with KKM Precision Match Grade Barrel

2011-09-19T14:42:00.000-05:00

Haus of Guns used our Compact Shooting Rest with Pistol Post Add-On on another review. This time, they reviewed the Glock 20 with the KKM Precision Match Grade barrel.

As Ebbs mentioned during the review, we recommend that the grip platform on the Compact Shooting Rest be set in a "flat" position. This will ensure consistency between shots.

For more info on the Compact Shooting Rest, visit the CTK Precision site.

ArmsVault Site

2011-09-19T14:41:00.000-05:00

Our friends at ArmsVault have made some major changes to their site. Be sure to check them out for tons of great gun information.

- Curt

Ruger LCR with Compact Shooting Rest

2011-07-19T18:20:00.000-05:00

During this review of the Ruger LCR 38 Special, Haus of Guns uses our Compact Shooting Rest with Pistol Post Add-On.

Our Compact Shooting Rest was designed for shooters with limited bench space. The Pistol Post Add-On is great if you will be using your Shooting Rest with laser grip pistols or short barrel revolvers, such as this Ruger LCR.

Wisconsin Right To Carry

2011-07-11T16:19:00.000-05:00

As a Wisconsin based business, we are proud to announce that Wisconsin residents have finally been granted our Constitutional Right To Carry!

On July 8, NRA Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre and NRA-ILA Executive Director Chris W. Cox joined Governor Scott Walker (R) as he signed the Wisconsin Personal Protection Act into law. This makes Wisconsin the 49th state to give law-abiding citizens an option to carry a concealed firearm for personal protection.

Thanks to the NRA for all their hard work.

Click here to JOIN THE NRA and receive $10 off yearly membership.

- Curt

Taurus Judge with Compact Shooting Rest

2011-07-05T14:14:00.000-05:00

During this review of the Taurus Judge, Haus of Guns uses our Compact Shooting Rest with Pistol
Post Add-On.

For more information, check out our Compact Shooting Rest and Pistol Post Add-On.

Compact Shooting Rest Review

2011-06-15T16:32:00.000-05:00

Haus of Guns just completed a 45 ACP ammo review. During the review, they used our Compact Shooting Rest to achieve shot consistency.

Be sure to check out the full 45 ACP ammo and Compact Shooting Rest Review.

- Curt

Exploding Targets

2011-06-08T10:46:00.000-05:00

Talk about a good time at the range... Haus of Guns is doing a review of exploding targets from Star Targets. You'll also notice in the review that the rest being used is our P3 Ultimate Shooting Rest.

Gun Vise Review

2011-05-17T12:52:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Haus of Guns and ArmsVault for the great video review of our P3 Gun Vise.

- Curt

Shooting Rest Review

2011-05-17T09:48:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Haus of Guns and ArmsVault for the great video review of our P3 Shooting Rest.

- Curt

Gun Level Review

2011-05-15T15:30:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Haus of Guns for the All Purpose Gun Level Review! Glad you liked it!

- Curt

CTK Precision on Facebook

2011-04-25T19:00:00.000-05:00

CTK Precision is now on Facebook. Be sure to stop by.

Hunting and Fishing Site

2011-03-30T21:23:00.000-05:00

CTK Precision now has a page on the Go Hunting and Fishing site.

Go Hunting and Fishing is an online community for hunting and fishing enthusiasts. This is a great place to network with those who have similar outdoor interests as you! Go Hunting and Fishing membership is TOTALLY FREE!

Join Go Hunting and Fishing now.

- Curt

Cauterucio Bullets

2011-03-21T12:59:00.000-05:00

The following Cauterucio Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Cauterucio VLD / .264-6.5mm / 141gr

For a complete listing of Cauterucio Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Nosler Custom Competition

2011-03-21T12:56:00.000-05:00

The following Nosler Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Nosler Custom Competition / .264-6.5mm / 140gr

For a complete listing of Nosler Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Berger Bullets

2011-03-21T12:53:00.001-05:00

The following Berger Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Berger BT / .243-6mm / 90gr
Berger VLD / .243-6mm / 95gr
Berger BT / .243-6mm / 100gr

For a complete listing of Berger Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Lapua Bullets

2011-03-21T12:51:00.001-05:00

The following Lapua Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Lapua / .243-6mm / 77gr

For a complete listing of Lapua Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Sierra Varminter

2011-03-21T12:45:00.003-05:00

The following Sierra Varminter Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Sierra HP Varminter #1375 / .224 / 60gr

For a complete listing of Sierra Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

CTK Precision Company News

2011-01-17T01:13:00.001-06:00

We just updated the CTK Precision Company News page. Be sure to check it out.

- Curt

Shooting Equipment Videos

2011-01-15T23:23:00.001-06:00

We have been working on rearranging our site a little to make it more user friendly. We have now added a video page that makes it easier to get to all of our shooting equipment videos. Be sure to check it out.

- Curt

338 Lapua Magnum

2011-01-13T15:55:00.002-06:00

The .338 Lapua Magnum is gaining a reputation as a combat proven round. We recently received some feedback from a customer who is using our P3 Ultimate Monopod on his .338 Lapua Magnum Rifle.

Be sure to check out the picture of his great looking .338 Lapua Magnum!

- Curt

Varmint Rifle Monopod

2010-12-31T14:30:00.003-06:00

Attention Varmint Shooters!

Be sure to to read the On Target Magazine article where they discuss using the P3 Ultimate Rifle Monopod on varmint rifles.

Read the entire On Target Varmint Rifle Monopod article.

- Curt

CTK Precision Newsletter

2010-12-19T17:23:00.001-06:00

To stay up to date on CTK Precision product news, don't forget to join the CTK Precision Email Newsletter.

Gun Cleaning with Gun Vise

2010-11-29T11:54:00.001-06:00

Our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise has a lot of great uses. Be sure to read our most recent testimonial where our customer describes how he uses the Gun Vise for gun cleaning.

- Curt

Nosler Custom Competition

2010-11-16T09:38:00.001-06:00

The following Nosler Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Nosler Custom Competition / .308 / 168gr
Nosler Custom Competition / .308 / 175gr

For a complete listing of Nosler Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Fowler Bullets

2010-11-16T09:36:00.000-06:00

The following Fowler Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Fowler FB / .308 / 117gr

For a complete listing of Fowler Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Lapua Bullets

2010-11-16T09:32:00.001-06:00

The following Lapua Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Lapua / .264-6.5mm / 123gr

For a complete listing of Lapua Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Sierra HPBT

2010-11-16T09:30:00.002-06:00

The following Sierra Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Sierra HPBT 1530 / .243-6mm / 85gr

For a complete listing of Sierra Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Berger Bullets

2010-11-16T09:25:00.000-06:00

The following Berger Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Berger Flat Base / .243-6mm / 62gr
Berger BT / .243-6mm / 105gr

For a complete listing of Berger Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Pistol Post Add-On

2010-11-09T12:51:00.003-06:00

We are excited to announce the release of our Pistol Post Add-On for the P3 Ultimate Shooting Rest.

The Pistol Post Add-On is great if you will be using your P3 Ultimate Shooting Rest with laser grip pistols or short barrel revolvers.

Laser Grip Pistols: Traditional shooting rests tend to block laser grips. The Pistol Post Add-On gives clearance for the laser to go straight to the target.

Short Barrel Revolvers: The heat generated from short barrel revolvers can scorch traditional pistol rest posts. The Pistol Post Add-On is designed to eliminate this.

Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.

- Curt

Handguns with Laser Grips

2010-09-28T20:27:00.002-05:00

We recently received a great email from Paul in California where he discusses using our P3 Gun Vise to sight in handguns with laser grips. Read what Paul had to say on the Testimonial Page.

Thanks for the great email, Paul!

- Curt

CTK Precision on CamoSpace

2010-09-21T10:57:00.005-05:00

CTK Precision is now on CamoSpace!

CamoSpace is a social website dedicated to those who enjoy the outdoors. If you shoot, hunt, fish, hike, boat, go muddin', etc., this is a great place to hang out.

CamoSpace allows you to upload pics, videos, make blog posts and plenty of other cool stuff. Best of all, membership is free!

Once you join, don't forget to add CTK Precision as a friend!

- Curt

CTK Site Map

2010-08-19T09:34:00.001-05:00

You may have noticed that the CTK Precision site has been growing. In order to help our customers navigate our site, we have added a Site Map. This is a great way to find all our gun accessories, product reviews, articles, FAQs, and instructions.

- Curt

CTK Precision Product Instructions

2010-08-18T17:27:00.001-05:00

Although all our products ship with detailed installation and usage instructions, we are now working on adding these instructions to our site. For more information, visit the CTK Precision Instructions Page.

- Curt

Williamsport World Open

2010-07-16T13:21:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to our friend, John Hoover, for winning the Two-Gun Overall Championship at the 2010 Williamsport World Open!

2010 Williamsport World Open Stats: John Hoover

Targets Fired: 4
Shots On Paper: 40
Group Agg Of Targets: 7.8400
Score Agg Of Targets: 94.000
Placed For Group: 2nd
Placed For Score: 3rd
Placed Overall: 1st
Overall Ranking: Number 34

Be sure to check out John's store, Accuracy One Shooting Supplies, which provides reloading components for long distance shooters.

The Williamsport World Open is held every July at the PA 1000 Yard Benchrest Club.

- Curt

Smith and Wesson M&P15VTAC

2010-06-30T13:39:00.004-05:00

Our P3 Mono Grip is once again used during an On Target AR review. This time our forward grip is mounted on the Smith & Wesson M&P15VTAC.

Read the entire Smith & Wesson M&P15VTAC Review.

- Curt

Stag Arms Model 2T

2010-06-28T12:09:00.004-05:00

On Target Magazine tests the Stag Arms Model 2T. During testing, the 2T was equipped with our P3 Mono Grip.

Read the entire Stag Arms Model 2T Review.

- Curt

Cauterucio Bullets

2010-06-17T13:40:00.002-05:00

The following Cauterucio Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Cauterucio / .264-6.5mm / 147gr
Cauterucio / .264-6.5mm / 155gr

For a complete listing of Cauterucio Bullets, visit the BulletTipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

ArmaLite AR-50 Carrying Handle

2010-06-16T23:15:00.003-05:00

Be sure to check out the Small Arms Review article written about our AR-50 Carrying Handle.

- Curt

Nosler Custom Competition Bullets

2010-06-16T16:14:00.000-05:00

We are excited to announce that Bullet Tipping Punches are now available for Nosler Custom Competition Bullets! The first to be offered is for the following bullet:

Nosler Custom Competition / .243-6mm / 105gr

As we add more tipping punches for the Nosler Custom Competition line, we will list them on the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Sierra Bullet

2010-06-16T16:09:00.001-05:00

The following Sierra Bullet has been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Sierra MatchKing / .243-6mm / 95gr

For a complete listing of Sierra Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

JLK Bullets

2010-06-16T13:02:00.001-05:00

The following JLK Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

JLK VLD / .224 / 75gr
JLK / .224 / 77gr
JLK VLD / .224 / 80gr
JLK VLD / .224 / 90gr
JLK VLD / .243-6mm / 115gr

For a complete listing of JLK Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide page.

- Curt

Sierra MatchKing Bullet

2010-05-17T20:56:00.000-05:00

The following Sierra MatchKing Bullet has been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Sierra MatchKing / .264-6.5mm / 140gr

For a complete listing of Sierra MatchKing Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

Berger Bullets

2010-05-17T20:42:00.001-05:00

Additional Berger Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site:

Berger Fullbore BT / .224 / 80.5gr
Berger BT / .224 / 82gr
Berger VLD / .224 / 90gr
Berger Hybrid / .284-7mm / 180gr
Berger VLD / .308 / 168gr

For a complete listing of Berger Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

Lapua Bullets

2010-02-22T08:55:00.001-06:00

The following Lapua Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

Lapua / .308 / 167gr

For a complete listing of tipping punches available for Lapua Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

Berger Bullets

2010-02-21T20:35:00.001-06:00

The following Berger Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

Berger Flat Base / .243-6mm / 68gr
Berger Flat Base / .243-6mm / 88gr
Berger VLD / .284-7mm / 168gr
Berger VLD / .308 / 185gr
Berger BT / .308 / 185gr

For a complete listing of tipping punches available for Berger Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

CTK Precision Security

2010-01-03T13:06:00.002-06:00

To ensure that we maintain a secure shopping environment for our customers, we have just renewed our SSL Security Certificate. This certificate indicates that our site can receive 128-bit encrypted information to ensure your personal data is protected. In other words... your information is safe with us.

- CTK Precision

Picatinny Rail

2009-12-22T13:44:00.002-06:00

The P3 Mono Grip is a forward grip and monpod in one. It is designed to fit the Picatinny rail. So, what exactly is a Picatinny rail?

Picatinny Rail
The Picatinny rail or MIL-STD-1913 rail or STANAG 2324 rail is a bracket used on some firearms in order to provide a standardized mounting platform.

Picatinny Rail History
Its name comes from the Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey, where it was originally tested and was used to distinguish it from other rail standards at the time. The rail comprises a series of ridges with a T-shaped cross-section interspersed with flat "spacing slots". Scopes et al. are mounted either by sliding them on from one end or the other; by means of a "rail-grabber" which is clamped to the rail with bolts, thumbscrews or levers; or onto the slots between the raised sections.

Picatinny Rail Uses
The rail was originally for scopes. However, once established, the use of the system was expanded to other accessories, such as tactical lights, night vision devices, laser sighting modules, reflex sights, fore grips, bipods, and bayonets. Because they were originally designed and used for telescopic sights, the rails were typically found only on the receivers of larger caliber rifles. But their use has extended to the point that today the combination of Picatinny rails and accessories are displacing the original iron sights in the design of many firearms, and they can now often be found on the undersides of frames and even on grips.

Picatinny Rail Technical Specifications
In order to provide a stable platform, the rail should not flex as the barrel heats and cools; this is the purpose of the spacing slots: they give the rail considerable room to expand and contract lengthwise without distorting its shape. The Picatinny locking slot width is 0.206 in (5.232 mm). The spacing of slot centers is 0.394 in (10.008 mm) and the slot depth is 0.118 in (2.997 mm).

Picatinny Rail info via Wikipedia.

Warrior Song

2009-11-11T09:09:00.000-06:00

The Warrior Song

The Warrior Song is currently for sale to the public on iTunes for .99 cents. Every purchase supports members of the United States military, as the profits derived from its sale will be donated to the Armed Forces Relief Trust.

Visit The Warrior Song site for more information.

Thanks to all our servicemen and women!

- Curt

JLK Bullets

2009-11-07T11:03:00.000-06:00

The following JLK Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

JLK VLD / .264-6.5mm / 130gr
JLK VLD / .264-6.5mm / 140gr
JLK VLD / .284-7mm / 168gr
JLK VLD / .284-7mm / 180gr
JLK VLD / .308 / 175gr
JLK VLD / .308 / 180gr
JLK LBT VLD / .308 / 180gr
JLK VLD / .308 / 190gr
JLK VLD / .308 / 210gr
JLK LBT VLD / .308 / 210gr

For a complete listing of tipping punches offered for JLK Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

VLD Bullets

2009-11-06T21:14:00.002-06:00

Question:

What are VLD bullets?

Answer:

VLD Bullets (Very Low Drag) are designed to minimize air resistance in flight. Bullets with a low drag coefficient decelerate less rapidly. A low drag coefficient flattens the projectile's trajectory somewhat at long ranges and also markedly decreases the lateral drift caused by crosswinds. The higher remaining velocity at impact of bullets with high ballistic coefficients also delivers more kinetic energy.

Our Bullet Tipping Die is capable of tipping a variety of VLD bullets.

Gun Rest

2009-10-21T22:20:00.002-05:00

Be sure to check out the most recent review of our Gun Rest and Gun Vise Attachment, performed by CenterFire Central!

This review highlights how the Gun Vise Attachment quickly converts the Gun Rest into a Gun Vise.

- Curt

Cauterucio Bullets

2009-10-19T13:41:00.002-05:00

The following Cauterucio Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

Cauterucio Bullets / .264-6.5mm / 107gr
Cauterucio Bullets / .284-7mm / 178gr
Cauterucio Bullets / .284-7mm / 189gr

For a complete listing of the tipping punches offered for Cauterucio Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

Spencer Bullets

2009-10-18T17:23:00.003-05:00

The following Spencer Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

Spencer Bullets / .243-6mm / 103gr

For a complete listing of the tipping punches offered for Spencer Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

Berger Bullets

2009-10-16T17:21:00.001-05:00

The following Berger Bullets have been added to the Bullet Tipping site.

Berger Bullets / .243-6mm / 90gr

For a complete listing of the tipping punches offered for Berger Bullets, visit the Bullet Tipping Punch Guide.

- Curt

NRA Members

2009-09-29T08:26:00.002-05:00

As gun owners, it is in our best interest to increase the number of NRA Members! Here is what YOU can do to help:

1. If you aren't an NRA member, JOIN NOW

2. If your spouse our family members aren't NRA members, SIGN THEM UP

Become an NRA Member NOW and you will receive $10 off the regular yearly NRA Membership. That makes your NRA Membership only $25 per year!

- Curt

CTK Precision Site Upgrade Complete

2009-09-10T15:14:00.001-05:00

The CTK Precision site upgrade is now complete! Over the next few days we will be correcting typos and broken links, but this will not impact the storefront.

Visit CTK Precision for more info.

- Curt

CTK Precision Site Upgrade

2009-09-10T09:23:00.001-05:00

The CTK Precision storefront will be undergoing an upgrade today (9/10/09). Our expected down time is 2 - 4 hours.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, these upgrades will allow us to provide you with even better service!

- Curt

Bullet Tipping Die Calibers

2009-08-12T17:55:00.003-05:00

The following calibers have been added to the Bullet Tipping Die site:

- .264-6.5mm 136gr Hoover
- .284-7mm 180gr JLK 180 VLD
- .308 175gr Berger BT

For more information, visit Bullet Tipping Die.

- Curt

$10 Off NRA Membership

2009-07-24T09:59:00.002-05:00

Help protect our Second Amendment Rights by joining the NRA now. By joining or renewing via this site you will receive $10 off of the normal NRA membership rate.

JOIN THE NRA NOW.

- Curt

Long Range Shooting Supplies

2009-07-21T09:56:00.002-05:00

Our friends at AccuracyOne have just launched their new site. AccuracyOne specializes in long range shooting supplies.

AccuracyOne Offers:

- Bullet tipping equipment
- Benchrest stocks
- Actions
- Barrels
- and more

To see their full selection of long range shooting supplies, visit AccuracyOne.

- Curt

Bullet Tipping Die Calibers

2009-07-14T10:28:00.002-05:00

The following calibers have been added to the Bullet Tipping Die site.

- .308 155gr Sierra MK #2156
- .308 250gr Sierra MatchKing
- .308 200gr LD WA
- .308 210gr Berger BT

For more information, visit Bullet Tipping Die.

- Curt

NRA Concerned Over Sotomayor

2009-07-08T09:43:00.001-05:00

On Tuesday, July 7 the NRA sent a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee expressing strong concerns over Sotomayor's record on the Second Amendment. Click here to read the full letter.

If you are not yet a member of the NRA, you can JOIN NOW and save $10 on a yearly membership.

- Curt

Bullet Tipping Die Update

2009-06-05T11:54:00.003-05:00

We have just added the following bullets to our Bullet Tipping Punch Guide:

Berger Long Range BT .264-6.5mm (140gr)
Cauterucio .264-6.5mm (141gr)
Cauterucio .284-7mm (180.5gr)

For more information, visit the Bullet Tipping Site.

- Curt

Most Americans Do Not Support New Gun Control

2009-05-09T11:44:00.001-05:00

An ABC News-Washington Post poll conducted in April shows shrinking support for new gun control measures, and strong support for enforcing existing laws instead.

When asked to identify the best way to reduce gun violence, 61 percent said they favored stronger enforcement of existing laws, while only 27 percent opted for stronger laws. Forty-six percent said that gun laws should stay as they are, while 15 percent said they should be loosened.

These recent findings are consistent with similar findings that the NRA has reported for years. Bottom line: Most Americans get it. More gun control will only hinder the law-abiding.

NRA-ILA has always been on the right side of this issue. The thousands and thousands of gun laws already in existence are meaningless if they are not enforced. We already have gun laws on the books to address virtually every illegal act with a firearm.

As Frank Newport, editor-in-chief of the Gallup Poll, told reporters this week, "every bit of data is showing us that Americans are getting more conservative about gun control."

Please help defend our gun rights by joining the NRA today.

Receive $10 off of your membership by joining via this link.

- Curt

Rifle Monopod Enhancement

2009-05-06T09:48:00.004-05:00

We are excited to announce a design enhancement to our P3 Ultimate Monopod! Each Monopod will now be equipped with our new Posi-Lock System. The Posi-Lock System will ensure maximum stability!

For those of you who have a prior version of the P3 Ultimate Monopod, we are able to retrofit your older unit with the Posi-Lock System. Contact us for more information.

- Curt

Wayne LaPierre on Face the Nation

2009-04-22T17:16:00.001-05:00

On Sunday, April 19, NRA's executive vice president Wayne LaPierre appeared on CBS' Face the Nation. Wayne stressed that enforcing existing laws was the answer to curbing gun crime, and not enacting failed methods such as renewing the Clinton semi-automatic gun ban proposed by gun control advocates like Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell.

Help defend our Second Amendment by Joining the NRA.

Firearms Treaty

2009-04-18T11:55:00.001-05:00

During an official visit to Mexico on April 16, President Obama announced his support for Senate ratification of an inter-American treaty on firearms trafficking. In response, NRA Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre and NRA-ILA Executive Director Chris Cox issued the following statement:

"The NRA is well aware of the proposed Organization of American States treaty on firearms trafficking, known by its Spanish initials as CIFTA. The NRA monitored the development of this treaty from its earliest days, but contrary to news reports today, the NRA did not 'participate' at the meeting where the treaty was approved."

"The treaty does include language suggesting that it is not intended to restrict 'lawful ownership and use' of firearms. Despite those words, the NRA knows that anti-gun advocates will still try to use this treaty to attack gun ownership in the U.S. Therefore, the NRA will continue to vigorously oppose any international effort to restrict the constitutional rights of law-abiding American gun owners."

Please JOIN THE NRA and help defend our constitutional rights!

- Curt

Pelosi Supports Gun Registration

2009-04-11T11:06:00.001-05:00

In February, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) rightly rejected Attorney General Eric Holder's call for renewing the so-called "assault weapons" ban, which expired in 2004 after Congress refused to renew it.

However, on Tuesday, on ABC's "Good Morning America," Pelosi said, "we [members of Congress] have to find some level of compromise" on guns. She noted that the Supreme Court, in District of Columbia v. Heller, ruled that the Second Amendment protects an individual right to guns. But, she said, "We want them registered."

Please help support our Second Amendment Freedoms by JOINING THE NRA today.

- Curt

Gun Vise Instructions

2009-04-04T21:07:00.002-05:00

Assembling the P3 Ultimate Gun Vise is extremely easy. Of course, all gun vises include detailed assembly instructions. Visit our Gun Vise Instructions page for a sample of the instructions.

- Curt

National Park Concealed Carry Suspended

2009-03-23T22:15:00.001-05:00

On Thursday, March 19, a federal district court in Washington, D.C. granted anti-gun plaintiffs a preliminary injunction against implementation of the new rule allowing law-abiding citizens to defend themselves by carrying a concealed firearm in national parks and wildlife refuges.

For more information, read Thursday's ruling.

The NRA has filed a notice of appeal in Federal District Court to oppose the preliminary injunction.

- Curt

Shopping for a Gun Vise

2009-03-20T19:07:00.004-05:00

Shopping for a gun vise? Check out our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise. In the following testimonial, our customer discusses his recent Gun Vise purchase.

Testimonial

ctk:

Yesterday I received the P3 Gun Vise that I had ordered from you.

I had time and time again looked at the the gun vises available from Bass Pro Shops and Cabala's, but never saw anything that they had for sale that looked worthwhile. When I happened to find your product during a web search I ordered one immediately.

Now this is a "gun vise", you nailed it!

The only time I had to get creative during the assembly was with the spring and spring sleeve on the vise. The plastic sleeve was so tight on the spring that it was just not going to go together without some lubrication. A little gun grease on the spring and it went together just fine.

Steve H
CA

Bullet Tipping Die Demonstration Video

2009-03-11T17:13:00.003-05:00

We have just released the Bullet Tipping Die Demonstration video.

Meplat Trimmer

2009-03-04T15:15:00.003-06:00

We are excited to announce the release of the Hoover Meplat Trimmer!

Meplat trimming is a process of cutting the meplat of the bullet (tip of the bullet) to uniform the ogive length and the frontal area of the meplat for more consistent Ballistic Coefficient (BC).

For more information on the Hoover Meplat Trimmer, visit our Bullet Tipping site.

- Curt

Bullet Tipping Die

2009-02-22T21:31:00.006-06:00

We are proud to announce the release of our new Bullet Tipping Die. Our Bullet Tipping Die dramatically improves ballistic coefficient and consistency.

Bullet Tipping Die Features:
- 303 stainless steel construction
- Fine .0005” adjustment increments
- Caliber sleeve and tipping punch are hand fit for very close tolerance
- Knurled adjuster stem
- Oversize stem lock
- Caliber sleeves available for .22/6mm/6.5mm/7mm/.308/.338
- Tipping punches available for different bullet profiles
- Positive stop bullet pusher bottoms on Bullet Tipping Die body
- Tipping punch shapes are developed In CAD
- Tipping punch height adjustments allow for full bullet support prior to the tipping process
- Floating caliber sleeve compensates for any misalignment in the reloading press
- All critical parts are machined on high tolerance Swiss CNC machines.

Visit our Bullet Tipping Die site for more information.

- Curt

Precision Shooting

2009-02-19T17:32:00.003-06:00

If you are serious about precision shooting, check out our newest site BULLET TIPPING DIE.

At Bullet Tipping Die we offer our new Bullet Tipping Die and Meplat Trimmers. These products allow you to increase accuracy by improving ballistic coefficient.

For more information, visit Bullet Tipping Die.

- Curt

Gun Rights for Workers

2009-02-18T22:16:00.000-06:00

Today, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled unanimously in support of allowing employees to store legally owned firearms in locked, private motor vehicles while parked in employer parking lots. This decision upholds NRA-backed legislation passed in 2004.

“This is a victory for the millions of American workers who have been denied the right to protect themselves while commuting between their homes and their workplace,” said NRA Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre. “This effort was aimed at skirting the will of the American people, and the intent of legislatures across this country while eviscerating Right-to-Carry laws. This ruling is a slap at the corporate elitists who have no regard for the constitutional rights of law abiding American workers.”

In March 2004, the Oklahoma legislature passed an amendment holding employers criminally liable for prohibiting employees from storing firearms in locked vehicles on company property. A number of corporations subsequently filed suit in opposition to the new laws, alleging they were: unconstitutionally vague; an unconstitutional taking of private property; and preempted by various federal statutes. The lower court ruled in favor of the injunction.

“This issue was contrived by the gun control lobby who goaded corporations into doing their dirty work for them,” said Chris W. Cox, NRA chief lobbyist. “However, this ruling is a vindication for every hardworking and lawful man and woman whose basic right to self-defense was taken away on a whim by corporate lawyers. NRA is prepared to defend this right and to ensure the safety of every American worker.”

In October 2008, Oklahoma Gov. Brad Henry and Attorney General Drew Edmondson appealed to the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals the lower court decision to strike down the NRA-backed worker protection laws. Today’s proceedings handed down by Circuit Judges Paul J. Kelly, Bobby R. Baldock, and Michael W. McConnell reversed the lower court’s grant of a permanent injunction.

- Curt

Firearms in National Parks

2009-01-10T19:21:00.002-06:00

New Rules On Firearms In Our National Parks Take Effect Today

In early December, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), through the National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announced the final amended version of a change to rules on carrying firearms in national parks and wildlife refuges. The change will restore the right of law abiding gun owners to transport and carry concealed firearms for lawful purposes on most DOI lands, according to the laws of the states in which these public lands are located.

The new rule, which takes effect today, allows Right-to-Carry permit holders to carry concealed firearms in national parks and wildlife refuges in states that recognize their permits. The new rule will also put an end to the patchwork of regulations that governed different lands managed by different federal agencies. In the past, Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service lands allowed the carrying of firearms, while lands managed by DOI did not.

- Curt

Rifle Monopod

2009-01-03T22:56:00.007-06:00

Looking for a Rifle Monopod? Check out the following testimonial for our P3 Ultimate Monopod.

Testimonial

Hi Curt, WOW, this mono-pod is cool!!! I plan to go to the range on Monday, I can’t wait. Thanks for a great product, sincerely, Bill S.

Gun Vise for all Stock Configurations

2009-01-03T20:22:00.003-06:00

One of the great things about our Gun Vise is that it will hold any style stock configuration.

In the following testimonial, a customer discusses using our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise for all his guns.

Testimonial

Curt, received today and put together tonight. It's great! Just what I needed for all my guns. Thanks again for the personal service. If you are ever in the Ozarks, look me up, we'll blast a few rounds.

From a very satisfied customer in the Ozarks

Alan H

Rifle Cleaning with Gun Vise

2009-01-02T14:48:00.007-06:00

In the following testimonial, our customer discusses using our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise for rifle cleaning.

Testimonial

assembled the vise today.

Excellent. A good design for a non-trivial challenge. It works. A pleasure to use. I wondered if that tension cord would do the job; just turn the knob, and jaws smoothly open. Very nice. Thanks again for making it available. I hope you're making money on it.

I just pulled a bore snake through a 22. How did I ever get along without this vise? My advice: buy this vise before buying another rifle. If you have ever cleaned a rifle without it, you will love this vise.

Once again I am totally satisfied.

thanks
leonard

ps: the CTK logo cut in under the rest is a nice touch

SKS Carbine on Gun Vise

2009-01-01T17:19:00.007-06:00

Our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise is great for all rifles. In the following testimonial, our customer uses our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise to show off his SKS Carbine.

Testimonial

Hi Curt,

I meant to let you know I received the vise and it's great! I haven't used the scope level yet but it looks simple and should be easy to cure my head-list alignment problems. Thanks again for making a slick easy-to-use line of products.

Best,

Larry P
OR

P3 Ultimate Gun Vise
All Purpose Gun Level

Cleaning M1 Garand Rifles

2009-01-01T15:36:00.006-06:00

In the following testimonial, our customer discusses using our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise to clean his M1 Garand Rifle.

Testimonial

To: The folks at CTK

Just bought your P3 Ultimate Gun Vise after finding the review at Gunblast.com. The review was right on the money. I use it to clean M-1 Garands, and the vise keeps the rifle solidly in place. Thanks.

John G
NJ

Be sure to read the Gunblast review of our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise.

Bore Sighting AR15 Rifles with Gun Vise

2008-12-31T22:48:00.004-06:00

In the following testimonial, our customer uses our P3 Ultimate Gun Vise for bore sighting his AR15 rifle.

Testimonial

Curt

That is one kick ass gun vise. Great design and engineering. Made the bore-sighting on my latest build (attached) a breeze.

Congratulations on building an awesome product.

Chris

To read more testimonials, visit our Testimonials Page.

AR15 Rifle with Mono Grip

2008-12-31T20:03:00.005-06:00

In the following testimonial, our customer has mounted our P3 Mono Grip on to his Daniel Defense Omega Rail System. The P3 Mono Grip is able to convert from a forward grip to a monopod.

Testimonial

Hi Curt,

Got the MonoGrip today and put it on my HBAR. So far, so good. Fit on my DD 9.0 perfectly. Easy to get on, easy to operate.

Feels pretty good. Need to screw around with the position on the rail a bit to see what feels most comfortable, but I dig it.

Gonna take it out to the range this Sunday and get you a full report. Just a few quick pics, but I will get some better ones and post them.

I think you have a winner. Thanks for hooking me up.

Chris

Click Here to see the rest of Chris' AR15 forward grip pictures.

Savage Arms 10FP Rifle with Monopod

2008-12-30T19:49:00.001-06:00

In the following testimonial, our customer demonstrates the accuracy he has achieved with his Savage Arms 10FP Rifle and our P3 Ultimate Rifle Monopod.

Testimonial

This is what your monopod will do will do with factory ammo..
Savage 10FP Bushnell 3200 Federal Premium Gold Metal Match 168 Sierra Matchking BTHP

Thanks

Tom

GSG-5 Rifle on Gun Vise

2008-12-28T10:16:00.005-06:00

Howdy Curt,

I sent an email to the folks at American Tactical Imports regarding a few spec questions for my GSG-5 rifle. Attached was this photo I took of the weapon mounted onto your product with a highly recommended note stating it is the BEST gun vise ever made. I've yet to order the "rest" attachment but that is on my wish list.

Congratulations on making a great product!

Happy Holidays,

Larry
Oregon ~ USA

Assault Weapons Ban

2008-12-15T16:09:00.002-06:00

What do you think about The Assault Weapons Ban Reauthorization Act of 2008? Click below and make your voice heard!

- Curt

NRA Gun Safety

2008-10-14T09:51:00.000-05:00

1. ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
This is the primary rule of gun safety. A safe direction means that the gun is pointed so that even if it were to go off it would not cause injury or damage. The key to this rule is to control where the muzzle or front end of the barrel is pointed at all times. Common sense dictates the safest direction, depending on different circumstances.

2. ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
When holding a gun, rest your finger on the trigger guard or along the side of the gun. Until you are actually ready to fire, do not touch the trigger.

3. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.
Whenever you pick up a gun, immediately engage the safety device if possible, and, if the gun has a magazine, remove it before opening the action and looking into the chamber(s) which should be clear of ammunition. If you do not know how to open the action or inspect the chamber(s), leave the gun alone and get help from someone who does.

Don't forget to talk with your children about gun safety! The NRA has a great program to help you. Visit the Eddie Eagle Gun Safety site for more information.

- Curt

NRA Business Alliance

2008-10-08T12:40:00.003-05:00

We are proud to announce that CTK Precision is now a member of the NRA Business Alliance.

- Curt

Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot

2008-09-25T15:05:00.001-05:00

The Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot will be held October 10th, 11th & 12th 2008. For more information, visit the Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot site.

- Curt

Gun Rights Policy Conference

2008-09-23T11:09:00.000-05:00

The 2008 Gun Rights Policy Conference will be held in Phoenix, Arizona, on September 26, 27, & 28, 2008. The conference is sponsored by The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms and The Second Amendment Foundation.

This year the conference will include topics such as city gun bans, youth violence, "smart" guns, concealed carry, federal legislation, legal actions, gun show regulation, state and local activity. There will also be discussion of the upcoming Presidential Elections and analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court Heller Decision.

For more information, visit The Second Amendment Foundation.

- Curt

Site Security

2008-07-24T18:20:00.002-05:00

To ensure your online transactions on the CTK Precision site remain secure, we have just installed Network Solutions Secure Site. As always, our goal is to provide firearm enthusiasts with a totally secure shopping experience.

- Curt

Register To Vote, Or Register Your Guns

2008-07-12T12:37:00.002-05:00

Register to vote, or register your guns! With the 2008 campaign already well underway, it is critical that gun owners and gun rights supporters are registered to vote in advance of respective deadlines. Make no mistake, opponents of our freedom will be working hard over this next year to gain momentum they need to attack our rights. It is critical that we as gun owners are registered to vote and that we most assuredly vote on Election Day.

To assist you in registering to vote this year, NRA-ILA has a number of tools available.

Protect your Second Amendment Rights by exercising your right to vote!

- Curt

Happy July 4th

2008-07-04T00:01:00.002-05:00

We wish you and your family a happy and safe 4th of July!

- Curt

Armalite AR50 Carrying Handle - Updated Video

2008-07-02T11:45:00.006-05:00

Updated video of our Armalite AR50 Carrying Handle (ARBMG50).

- Curt

Supreme Court Strikes Down DC Gun Ban

2008-06-26T11:50:00.001-05:00

U. S. Supreme Court Strikes Down D.C. Gun Ban!
Declares That the Second Amendment Guarantees an Individual Right to Keep and Bear Arms

Fairfax, VA – Leaders of the National Rifle Association (NRA) praised the Supreme Court’s historic ruling overturning Washington, D.C.’s ban on handguns and on self-defense in the home, in the case of District of Columbia v. Heller.

“This is a great moment in American history. It vindicates individual Americans all over this country who have always known that this is their freedom worth protecting,” declared NRA Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre. “Our founding fathers wrote and intended the Second Amendment to be an individual right. The Supreme Court has now acknowledged it. The Second Amendment as an individual right now becomes a real permanent part of American Constitutional law.”

Last year, the District of Columbia appealed a Court of Appeals ruling affirming that the Second Amendment to the Constitution guarantees an individual right to keep and bear arms, and that the District’s bans on handguns, carrying firearms within the home and possession of functional firearms for self-defense violate that fundamental right.

“Anti-gun politicians can no longer deny that the Second Amendment guarantees a fundamental right,” said NRA chief lobbyist Chris W. Cox. “All law-abiding Americans have a fundamental, God given right to defend themselves in their homes. Washington, D.C. must now respect that right.”

To stay up to date on Second Amendment issues, visit the NRA-ILA.

- Curt