WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – August 22, 2025 – Savage Arms®, an iconic firearm manufacturer, is excited to unveil the A22 and B Series Timber Tactical, an exceptional addition to its lineup of precision-engineered rimfire rifles. These models masterfully combine classic design with modern innovation, built for shooters who value both high performance and refined craftsmanship. TheContinue reading “Savage Arms Announces A22 and B Series Timber Tactical”
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Jim Hoag Full House Custom — Colt 1911 Longslide — 45 ACP
1911’s The Early Years (1911-1940) A1, World War 1, 38 Super , Argentinian’s & ACE With Nelson Ford
Lot’s to cover in the early years, prior to World War 2. The 1911 transition to the 1911A1, World War 1 guns, the 38 Super during the Mob Era, the lesser known Argentinian Contract and Production Guns as well as the .22 trainer known as the ACE.
FPC Warns of Trump DOJ Efforts to Block Enforcement of Constitutional Rights
FORT WORTH, Texas – Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) today warned of a new Trump Administration strategy to block enforcement of constitutional rights. In its recent brief in Elite Precision Customs v. ATF — FPC’s Second Amendment lawsuit challenging the federal ban on purchasing handguns outside a person’s state of residence — the Department of JusticeContinue reading “FPC Warns of Trump DOJ Efforts to Block Enforcement of Constitutional Rights”
Taxpayers On Hook For $3.5 Billion To Replenish Munitions US Used Defending Israel
Of course… From Zerohedge Taxpayers are yet again on the hook for America’s supposed “closest Middle East ally” as the Pentagon is planning to allocate at least $3.5 billion to restock weapons used in defense of Israel. A Bloomberg report issued this week has reviewed Department of Defense budget documents prepared through mid-May. Emergency expenditures are highlightedContinue reading “Taxpayers On Hook For $3.5 Billion To Replenish Munitions US Used Defending Israel”
Nelson Ford Q&A #12, Side Plates, Early Timing, Sticky Cylinders, Bending Rods, High Mileage Vices
Putting S&W side plates back on (not that you should take them off), if the timing is early it’s not a bad thing, how old is my vice and so much more.
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Springfield Armory Announces Launch of Echelon 4.0C Comp 9mm
Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the Echelon™ 4.0C Comp 9mm, an integrally compensated variant of the 4”-barreled compact Echelon 4.0C pistol. Engineered for carry like the 4.0C, the new Echelon 4.0C Comp carries on the duty-ready tradition of the full-size Echelon 4.5F, but with the addition of the integral compensator forContinue reading “Springfield Armory Announces Launch of Echelon 4.0C Comp 9mm”
The Korean War Week 61: The South Koreans Strike as Ceasefire Talks Stall – August 19, 1951
DeSantis Slim-Tuk Holster Now Fits M&P Shield X
DeSantis Gunhide® adds the S&W M&P Shield X to our Slim-Tuk lineup. #137 Slim-Tuk™ This is a minimal ambidextrous IWB holster fashioned from Kydex®. One of the most unique features about this IWB holster is that it uses our tuck-able 360°™ C-Clip, which affords the wearer unlimited mounting options. The hardware can easily be reversedContinue reading “DeSantis Slim-Tuk Holster Now Fits M&P Shield X”