After Operation Dragoon, between September and late November 1944, the 551st Parachute Infantry Battalion was moved to the Maritime Alps to secure the right or eastern flank of the 7th Army. The former jungle experts of Panama conducted alpine and ski patrols against German opposition on a 35-mile front in the mountains of France. ToContinue reading “The 551st PIB in the Maritime Alps”
Monthly Archives: October 2024
Don Fraley Custom Colt
Pistol_Purview For years I used to pour through the Layne Simpson 1911 book, looking at old-school guns, made by old-school gunsmiths. Don Fraley (Advanced Weapon Technologies out of Russell KY) was all over that book, and I really wanted one of his guns, but despite several saved internet searches, I fell short of finding oneContinue reading “Don Fraley Custom Colt”
Tenicor VELO5: Concealment Holster Innovation
Idaho, USA – After extensive development, the Tenicor Velo5 Appendix inside the waistband concealment holster is now available and sets a new standard in both comfort and concealment. Features • Unmatched Comfort and Concealment: Building on the success of the VELO4, the VELO5 features a redesigned body contour that delivers a lower-profile fit for superior comfort andContinue reading “Tenicor VELO5: Concealment Holster Innovation”
Brownells 20 Round AR15 Mags
No, Scattered Shots has not been bought by Brownells. Not yet anyway, ( Call me Pete..) Their new retro line of guns, parts and mags has been a big hit lately. The guns have honestly been a little hit or miss. I have heard has many people having issues as I have heard of peopleContinue reading “Brownells 20 Round AR15 Mags”
The Korean War 016 – South Koreans Invade the North! – October 8, 1950
Imported Valmets
No, I don’t have one. But I’ve always wanted one. Some of you will recall the good old days ( for access to imported rifles) when you could walk into a gun store and see things like Norinco AKs, Polytec M14s and all manner of things now lost to time and collectors with larger wallets.Continue reading “Imported Valmets”
Squirrel Hunting 2024 Season Update
Boy it has been a busy few weeks for me but not too busy for my almost daily hunting. It would be too much to bore you with every day so I save up the highlights. A couple weekends ago some of the Ky crew came in to stay with me for the weekend forContinue reading “Squirrel Hunting 2024 Season Update”
Texas Ghost Gun Machine Manufacturer To Face Lawsuit In California After Case Transfer Denied
Authored by Tom Ozimek via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), A Texas-based company that manufactures machines that allow individuals to build untraceable firearms will have to face a lawsuit brought by the State of California in that state, following a federal judge’s decision to deny the firm’s request to transfer the case to Texas. InContinue reading “Texas Ghost Gun Machine Manufacturer To Face Lawsuit In California After Case Transfer Denied”
AIMPOINT ACRO C-2 Carbine Optic
Manassas, Virginia – Aimpoint, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology, announces the release of the Aimpoint ACRO C-2 red dot sight, available in a series of mount configurations for immediate purchase at aimpoint.us. Optimized for rifle and carbine use, the new ACRO C-2 is the ultimate solution for an extremely low-Continue reading “AIMPOINT ACRO C-2 Carbine Optic”
Scattered Shots 