At the end of last week the UN presented a peace package proposal to the Communists at the peace talks, but that package has been rejected. The only issue still left to clear up is that of POW repatriation, but that seems insurmountable, at least for the time being. In the field, there are ambushes,Continue reading “The Korean War Week 98: Two Sides. One Issue. No Peace. – May 5, 1952”
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Springfield M1911 22LR Gallery
Continuing the 22LR theme here’s a Springfield M1911 22LR ” Gallery ” practice .. this is the 2nd type and 1 of 25 made in 1919 .. this is Old Colt’s pistol you should visit their website to learn more about this pistol plus many more
New for 2026, A Modern Interpretation of a Classic Single-Action: The Chiappa S.A. 1873 Black Thunder
Chiappa Firearms expands its single-action revolver lineup with the introduction of the S.A. 1873 Black Thunder, a modern revolver built around one of the most recognizable handgun patterns in firearms history. Chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, the Black Thunder maintains the traditional single-action operating system that defines the 1873 pattern while incorporating several contemporary featuresContinue reading “New for 2026, A Modern Interpretation of a Classic Single-Action: The Chiappa S.A. 1873 Black Thunder”
LEFT THE RANGE- Jeffrey D. Nelson
My oldest friend died 5-4-2026 . He was like a brother to me. friends since kindergarten. his brother and parents were like a second family to me. even 25 years after graduating high school when some one saw me in public one of the first things they’d say to me is ” how’s Jeff?” WeContinue reading “LEFT THE RANGE- Jeffrey D. Nelson”
Trijicon Answers Customer Demand with New Green Dot SRO
Trijicon®, Inc., a global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the hunting, shooting, military, and law enforcement markets, is pleased to announce a new 2.5 MOA, Green Dot version of the popular SRO® reflex sight. The new model will be available in Black and Coyote Brown anodized finishes. Designed for competitive and target shooting applications,Continue reading “Trijicon Answers Customer Demand with New Green Dot SRO”
I Love Old Guns; How They Were Produced, Their Features, The History They Wear & Their Repairs
Today we have a old large frame Smith & Wesson in .455 first sent to Canada and now lives back home. Plus an old .410 single shot with a wonderful old world repair. Hope you enjoy.
Jim Hoag 1990’s Caspian Full House Custom 1911 — 45 ACP — Robar Finish
Really tidy carry gun built by Jim Hoag in the 90’s. Classic ‘Robar 2-Tone’ Finish.
ATF’s New Era of Reform
ATF launched a new era of reform in 2025 focused on a commitment to transparency, accountability, and partnership with the firearms industry, gun owners, and the public. Under new leadership, the agency has fundamentally changed course, moving toward a model built on trust and collaboration. This means working with federal firearms and explosives licensees asContinue reading “ATF’s New Era of Reform”
Lou Williamson Custom Colt 1911
From 1911 Purview 1911_purview This 1977 “large letter” Colt in .45 ACP was made by Lou Williamson out of Hurst Texas. It isn’t really a high end custom by today’s standards, but it was made by a true American gunsmith, so it’s worth its weight in gold to me. Guns sometimes find me, and thisContinue reading “Lou Williamson Custom Colt 1911”
Paul Liebenberg — Pistol Dynamics Full House Custom Longslide 2011 — 40 S&W
Rarely seen wide-body from the bench of Paul Liebenberg, likely built to run in USPSA Limited class, where 40 cal 2011’s ruled for many years.
Scattered Shots 