1911_purview Approximately 18 months ago I found this stainless 80 series on the internet. It was made by Tempe AZ gunsmith Daniel Mullins, AKA “GlockMonger” –his handle on multiple shooting forums. I’m not exactly sure why, but it just kinda spoke to me. I didn’t know a single thing about the man, but I gatheredContinue reading “Daniel Mullins Custom Colt 1911”
Monthly Archives: April 2026
Friday Fun
China Introduces Pistol-Like Coil-Gun Based On Electromagnetic-Launch Systems
Authored by Bojan Stojovski via Interesting Engineering, A new handheld coil gun developed in China is designed for discreet, non-lethal use, including law enforcement operations, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Capable of firing between 1,000 and 2,000 rounds per minute, the weapon can penetrate wooden boards from distances of several dozen yards. Its adjustable power settingsContinue reading “China Introduces Pistol-Like Coil-Gun Based On Electromagnetic-Launch Systems”
Ed Brown – MAXI COMP – Classic 80’s Comp Gun – Springfield Armory 1911 45 ACP
The Ed Brown Maxi-Comp, for a time in the 80s, one of the hottest comp-guns anywhere.
The Korean War Week 94: Mines, Marines, and Mayhem – April 7, 1952
Nelson Ford Q&A#40; S&W Rear Sight, Changing the Blade, Youngstown Story, Shooting With A Prince
Couple of fun stories laced in with the 1911 and Smith Revolver Rear Sight Talk. Hope you enjoy
Springfield Armory Announces the Launch of the SA-35 4″ 9mm
GENESEO, ILL. – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of the SA-35™ 4″ 9mm, offering a unique new addition to this incredibly popular line of semi-automatic pistols. Based on one of the most prolific and popular pistols in small arms history, the 9mm Springfield Armory® SA-35 gave shooters a modern take on a revered classic.Continue reading “Springfield Armory Announces the Launch of the SA-35 4″ 9mm”
Ruger Introduces Left-Handed Models of the Ruger American Rifle Generation II
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce something left-handed shooters have been asking for – left-handed models of the Ruger American® Rifle Generation II. The first of these models will be released in the Ranch configuration, with six chamberings available: 7.62x39mm, 450 Bushmaster, 400 Legend, 350 Legend, 300 Blackout and 5.56Continue reading “Ruger Introduces Left-Handed Models of the Ruger American Rifle Generation II”
Devil Anse’ Hatfield’s Grave Statue
From the Hatfield & McCoy Feud FB page When the white Italian marble statue marking the grave of William Anderson ‘Devil Anse’ Hatfield was finally set in place, several of his strong sons and grandsons gently carried their grieving mother, Louvicey (Levicy) Hatfield, seated in her chair, up the steep hillside to the Hatfield FamilyContinue reading “Devil Anse’ Hatfield’s Grave Statue”
Trijicon Releases VCOG 1-8×28 Riflescope in Flat Dark Earth Finish
Wixom, MI – Trijicon®, Inc., a global leader in advanced aiming solutions for hunting, shooting, military, and law enforcement professionals, is excited to introduce the VCOG® 1-8×28 in a new Cerakote® FIR-265 Flat Dark Earth finish. Cerakote Gen II coatings are engineered for military small arms and crew-served weapons, providing NIR-compliant signature reduction along withContinue reading “Trijicon Releases VCOG 1-8×28 Riflescope in Flat Dark Earth Finish”