So should we talk about this a little? I don’t how many of you have been reading them but I have. I am very happy to see a lot of people waking up to who is really in charge of things. It ain’t us and it sure as hell isn’t Trump that’s for sure. IContinue reading “Epstein Files”
Monthly Archives: February 2026
Jack Maple Bullseye 1911
From 1911_purview Late 80s bullseye 1911, built on a Les Baer frame and slide, by legendary AMU armorer Jack Maple. Big Jack (as his friends called him) was born September 3, 1930 in Little Rock Arkansas. At 17 he enlisted in the US Army, and immediately after basic training, he embarked upon his first overseasContinue reading “Jack Maple Bullseye 1911”
Hot Water Heater Blowout
Had a major problem with the old hot water heater Monday. Required a trip to Lowes for a new one.. 673.00 bucks for a new one plus a cut off valve and two 20 inch feed lines. Spent all day Monday getting that taken care of with the help of my friend. So I didn’tContinue reading “Hot Water Heater Blowout”
Rectum? Damn Near Killed’em!
A hospital in France was evacuated after a male patient arrived with a WWI artillery shell lodged in his backside. Of course it was France.. According to the bum-shell report, the unnamed 24-year-old had been rushed to the Rangueil Accident and Emergency unit in Toulouse late Saturday night, the Daily Mail reported. The poor fellowContinue reading “Rectum? Damn Near Killed’em!”
John “Andy” Anderson Custom 1911
From 1911_purview About a year ago I found this stainless 1911 chambered in 9mm at a local gun store. It’s bald as a newborn baby, with not one millimeter of checkering anywhere. Front strap, bald. Main spring housing, bald bald. Mag release, like a cue ball. At least the top of the slide is linedContinue reading “John “Andy” Anderson Custom 1911″
It’s Ladies Night; Ladysmith’s, The S&W M Frame In .22 The First Lady Smith & A Bonus Prototype Colt
Today we talk about the Ladysmith from 1900, a brief history and overview of the comically small M Frame in .22 Long (not Long Rifle) and it’s 3 models. As well as a rare cold prototype showing a fascinating bridge between the SAA cylinder removal and swing out we know today. Hope you enjoy.
Rob Schauland – Alchemy Custom Weaponry Retro Colt 38 Super
Classic Retro Build by Rob Schauland at the original ACW Shop.
Alan Marvel Custom 1911
From 1911_purview Colt slide over Wilson Combat frame by Alan (call me Al) Marvel, shod in skip line Cocobolo grips by Esmerelda O’Sheehan. Years ago, I asked Pete Single about his biggest influences. He rattled off all the usual names, and then I heard the name Marvel. I said, Bob Marvel…to which he responded, noContinue reading “Alan Marvel Custom 1911”
THE BIG RED ONE (1980)
The Big Red One is a World War II movie from 1980, and it seems like I never hear anyone talk about it anymore. It was made independently but has been overshadowed recently by more modern versions of World War II stories, like Saving Private Ryan. This is a shame because it is excellent. ItContinue reading “THE BIG RED ONE (1980)”
Scattered Shots 