May 2025 – Scattered Shots

Friday Fun

Bear Creek Arsenal Cranks It Up: Bufferless ARs Now in 10mm & .45 ACP

The wait is over—Bear Creek Arsenal is cranking its bufferless AR platform up a notch (or two). First, we blew minds with 9mm, now we’re rolling out the heavy hitters: 10mm and .45 ACP, more punch, same sleek design. Why does this matter? Because power meets portability. Say goodbye to bulky buffer tubes—the bufferless ARContinue reading “Bear Creek Arsenal Cranks It Up: Bufferless ARs Now in 10mm & .45 ACP”

CzechPoint Imports the VZ 58 Rifle

Knoxville, TN Production started on the VZ 58 Assault Rifle in 1959. Designed in the late 1950’s, the VZ 58 was Czechoslovakia’s response to the AK-47. Using 7.62×39 ammo, the VZ 58 uses a short-stoke gas piston and is striker fired. CzechPoint imports the VZ 58 from their parent company CSA (Czech Small Arms). ArrivingContinue reading “CzechPoint Imports the VZ 58 Rifle”

Frank Glenn Custom Colt 1911

pistol_purview Colt 1911 in .45 ACP by industry legend Frank Glenn out of Phoenix Arizona. Frank, who will likely retire soon, will leave behind a storied career building serious guns for serious shooters. He has built custom guns for some of the top shooters in the world —guys like Brian Enos, Bill Wilson, Rob Leatham,Continue reading “Frank Glenn Custom Colt 1911”

The Korean War Week 49 – Race to Trap 70,000 Soldiers – May 27, 1951

Henry Holsters Unveils the Helios Light Carrier

Henry Holsters, a leader in precision-crafted firearm accessories, proudly introduces the Helios Light Carrier. Engineered for professionals and enthusiasts alike, the Helios Light Carrier offers a sleek, reliable, and secure method for carrying some of the most popular handheld tactical lights on the market. Designed with versatility in mind, the Helios Light Carrier is compatibleContinue reading “Henry Holsters Unveils the Helios Light Carrier”

A Dad Vietnam War Story

Dad told me a story several times over the years about a night in Vietnam. It was really stuck in his head since he was almost killed and was wounded during the same attack. Dad was in an artillery unit that would set up on hills with temporary fire bases. One night the base wasContinue reading “A Dad Vietnam War Story”

MARS Armament — Steve Morrison — THUG Custom Colt 1911 45 ACP

Project Manager Soldier Lethality Announces Type Classification for NGSW

PICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ – Project Manager Soldier Lethality (PM SL) announced today the official Type Classification – Standard (TC-STD) of the U.S. Army’s M7 Rifle and M250 Automatic Rifle, signifying a major program milestone. Following a full and open competition, including technical testing and Soldier touch points, a 10-year production contract was awarded to SIGContinue reading “Project Manager Soldier Lethality Announces Type Classification for NGSW”

CT Brian Custom Colt

From 1911_purview Absolutely gorgeous Colt 70 series 1911 in .45 ACP by Tim Brian aka CT Brian. His aesthetic is classic meets contemporary, but unlike many smiths who emulate others, his style is quintessentially his and his alone. You never see a picture of a CT Brian and think “gee I wonder who made that?”Continue reading “CT Brian Custom Colt”