Authored by Jim Quinn via The Burning Platform blog, “One of the saddest lessons of history is this: If we’ve been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. We’re no longer interested in finding out the truth. The bamboozle has captured us. It’s simply too painful to acknowledge, even toContinue reading “Bamboozled Once Again…”
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Friday Fun
Model 70, US Property, with a 14X Unertl
A true classic in .30-06 Springfield.
Wilson Combat 1911 SF “Cave Gun”
From Larry VIckers, an interesting bit of US Army SF 1911 history. Have you all heard of the early-mid 2000’s Wilson Combat “Cave Guns”? Pretty cool gun. SF had requested a railed 1911 for use in the dark caves in the Middle East to hunt down bad guys. These are made up of Wilson CombatContinue reading “Wilson Combat 1911 SF “Cave Gun””
Thompson Tricks; Common Issues & Fixes To Keep Your Tommy Running
I’ve worked on Thompson’s for collector’s, shooter’s and Police Departments for the last 30 years, while it’s not something lots of folks need to know, I’ve been asked, and think it’s a good idea to pass on what I know about getting them running when they stop working. Hope you enjoy.
The AR15ization Of The AK
A Golden Oldie from the Groveyard of Forgotten Favorites from the Old Site. This one from Howard talking about the AK being turned into the AR. Shawn and I have been talking about this for a while, and we weren’t sure how we wanted to approach the subject. I swear if I had a nickleContinue reading “The AR15ization Of The AK”
The Korean War Week 102 – American Bioweapons on Korean Soil? – June 2, 1952
The Chinese continue their campaign of accusing the US of practicing germ warfare in North Korea and Manchuria. Meanwhile in South Korea, Syngman Rhee has declared martial law in Pusan as part of his campaign to remain in power.
10 Examples That Show That The Chaos & Lawlessness In The Streets Of America Is Totally Out Of Control
Authored by Michael Snyder via TheMostImportantNews.com, We aren’t supposed to talk about the social decay that is running rampant all around us. Instead, we are supposed to just shut our mouths and pretend that everything is just fine. But that isn’t the truth. Homelessness is the worst that it has ever been, more Americans areContinue reading “10 Examples That Show That The Chaos & Lawlessness In The Streets Of America Is Totally Out Of Control”
Ted Yost Custom Browning Hi Power — Spegel Grips – Beavertail – 9MM
A truly stunning Hi Power Build by Ted, his take on the Hi Power is peerless in my opinion.
Bob Chow Bullseye 1911
1911_purview Let’s finish the Bullseye run this week–we’re 8 guns away from the finish line. Up next is a 1974 Colt in .45 ACP by the legendary Bob Chow. Bob was born in 1911 (in the U.S) to Chinese immigrants. He was a pioneer ham radio operator in his youth and he joined the NavyContinue reading “Bob Chow Bullseye 1911”
Scattered Shots 