Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly announces the launch of Ruger® Harrier™ rifles, a completely re-engineered line of modern sporting rifles (MSRs) that represents the latest evolution in AR-pattern firearms. Manufactured at Ruger’s recently acquired Hebron, Kentucky factory, Harrier rifles are designed to deliver superior fit, function and aftermarket compatibility. Initial Harrier rifleContinue reading “Ruger Introduces Ruger Harrier Rifles”
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The Korean War Week 81: Ridgway Admits the UN is Little Threat! – January 6, 1952
The year may have changed, familiar faces come and go, but some things remain the same. The POW issue continues to dominate and frustrate armistice talks, the fear of an expanded war in Asia re-emerges, and the snow remains cold. The war found no end and no pause in either 1950 or 1951, but thirdContinue reading “The Korean War Week 81: Ridgway Admits the UN is Little Threat! – January 6, 1952”
Custom 9MM Colt From Otto Matyska
From 1911_purview Colt commander in 9mm by legendary pistolsmith Otto Matyska, who operates out of his Affton MO shop called Otto Comp. Right around the time I was born, Otto immigrated to the U.S. after narrowly escaping Czechoslovakia during the 1968 communist invasion. For the last 40 years he has been masterfully crafting one ofContinue reading “Custom 9MM Colt From Otto Matyska”
“Commando Vault”
The 15,000 pound BLU-82B bomb was a system used during the Vietnam war. Nicknamed the “Daisy Cutter” because of the pattern it made when clearing jungle. Dropped from a C130, the bomb had a rod that detonated it a few yards from the ground. The Command Vault project was used by SOG a few timesContinue reading ““Commando Vault””
Kimber Adds Depth to 2K11 Lineup with Compensated Models
Just over one year after introducing the 2K11 platform in November 2024, Kimber has expanded the family with multiple line extensions that have generated extensive media coverage, competitive use, and strong consumer demand. Among the most frequently requested additions to the platform has been a compensated model, now realized with the launch of the 2K11Continue reading “Kimber Adds Depth to 2K11 Lineup with Compensated Models”
Colt CZ Group SE Announces Closing of Acquisition of Synthesia Nitrocellulose
Prague ― Colt CZ Group SE (“Colt CZ”, the “Group” or the “Company”) hereby announces that it has successfully closed on its acquisition of 51% stake in Synthesia Nitrocellulose, a.s. („SNC“) as well as the acquisition of 51% stake in Synthesia Power, a.s. („SP“). Colt CZ acquired 51% stake in both Synthesia Nitrocellulose and SynthesiaContinue reading “Colt CZ Group SE Announces Closing of Acquisition of Synthesia Nitrocellulose”
The 1805 Baker Rifle: A Historic Military First, Reborn
Italian Firearms Group is proud to present the 1805 Baker Rifle by Davide Pedersoli, a meticulously crafted reproduction of one of the most important military firearms of the early 19th century. Originally adopted by the British Army, the Baker rifle holds a unique place in firearms and military history as the first rifled flintlock issuedContinue reading “The 1805 Baker Rifle: A Historic Military First, Reborn”
Measuring the Case
by: Germán A. Salazar This is another introductory reloading article, there will be little here for the experienced reloader but those who are new to reloading might find something useful in these words and pictures. All of the pictures can be enlarged by clicking on them. Introduction The cartridge case is a seemingly simple vesselContinue reading “Measuring the Case”
Cylinder and Slide Custom Gold Cup
From 1911_purview Colt full house GCNM in .45 ACP by Ralph Gutekunst out of Cylinder and Slide in Fremont Nebraska. This gun was submitted for his admission to the APG, and with the checkered (over factory serrations) front strap, masterfully mounted Bomar (no easy task on a GCNM unless you’re Jimmy Hoag) and hard fitContinue reading “Cylinder and Slide Custom Gold Cup”
Scattered Shots 