We have another post from Brian, from over at http://www.thenewrifleman.com. This time is gives his thoughts on body armor for new buyers. I obtained some level III soft armor a few years ago. I didn’t get Molle or a camo setup, I purchased a flat black concealable vest from http://www.bulletproofme.com. My reasoning was, in part, basedContinue reading “Soft Armor And Other Thoughts”
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Street Robberies And You
By BurnedOutLEO on BARFCOM While many say it is better to be lucky than good, no one is lucky every time. In this post I am going to attempt to provide some insight into street encounters. Other may have different viewpoints. I am not here to argue. I will say some of the comments IContinue reading “Street Robberies And You”
An Unconquerable Singer M1911A1
From the RIA Blog The same day Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, Lt. Thomas R. Moss strained against the controls of his B-24 — named “Invictus” by his wife Margie — during a raid on the oil refineries of Ploesti, Romania. While Allied forces fought to overpower the defenses of “Fortress Europe,” Moss’sContinue reading “An Unconquerable Singer M1911A1”
Nelson Ford Q&A#48; Gunsmithing S&W Revolvers, 1911 Slide Fitting, Tolerances In Manufacturing
A S&W adjustment discussion as well as 1911 slide to frame fitting and the tolerances that change throughout manufacturing.
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Lous Williamson Custom 1977 Colt
From 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 this one cameContinue reading “Lous Williamson Custom 1977 Colt”
Smith & Wesson and Vortex Partner on New Model 1854 Hunting Rifle Packages
MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announced the launch of four Model 1854 lever-action rifle packages, including two models chambered in .30-30 Winchester and two models chambered in .45-70 Government. Each rifle comes factory-equipped with a Vortex Crossfire® HD 2-7×32 riflescope,Continue reading “Smith & Wesson and Vortex Partner on New Model 1854 Hunting Rifle Packages”
Sightmark Releases New No-Cut Glock Optic
Sightmark announces the G-Shot, a red dot sight designed to mount directly to factory Glock® slides without milling, adapter plates, or gunsmithing. Compatible with most Gen 3, 4, and 5 Glock® models out of the box—including the G17, G19, and G26—the G-Shot is intended for everyday carry, home defense, and range use. Standard OEM GlockContinue reading “Sightmark Releases New No-Cut Glock Optic”
SOG During Operation Dewey Canyon
Ken Bird gives his first-hand account of a SOG operation
The Korean War Week 110 – The Democratic Candidate – July 28, 1952
In Chicago, the Democratic Party chooses Adlai Stevenson as their candidate for the Presidential election to be held November 4th; he’ll square off against Dwight Eisenhower, the Republican candidate. Also, in the US, the steelworkers strike comes to an end. In Korea, torrential rains prevent action on the ground this week, though the UN continuesContinue reading “The Korean War Week 110 – The Democratic Candidate – July 28, 1952”
