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OUTDOORS
Arms of Distinction
The rifles and pistols made by Bill Ruger set standards of excellence for American industry
April
1
1981
GEOFFREY NORMAN
Arms of Distinction
GEOFFREY NORMAN
April
1
1981
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Arms of Distinction
The rifles and pistols made by Bill Ruger set standards of excellence for American industry
April
1
1981
GEOFFREY NORMAN
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