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Ozark Custom Springfield

1911_purview This Mil-Spec Springfield in .45 ACP was built by KJ Phillips out Ozark Custom Guns in Berryville Arkansas. KJ started building guns at Wilson Combat in 2011, moved over to Nighthawk for a spell, and then set out on his own in 2022 creating Ozark Custom Guns. My understanding is that he has movedContinue reading “Ozark Custom Springfield”

Myth Of M1 Carbine Penetration Failures in Korea

If there is an oft told tale of US service rifle failure more common than the myth of the M16 being UN-reliable, it is the tales of the failures of the M1 carbine in the Korean war, to penetrate the thick coats worn by communist soldiers. Anyone who is interested in US ordnance history orContinue reading “Myth Of M1 Carbine Penetration Failures in Korea”

D&L Sports Custom Series 70 Colt

Colt 70 series 1911 in 45 ACP by Dave Lauck ((D&L Sports) out of Chino Valley AZ. Does it seem like some of the best 1911 smiths in the country live in AZ? I don’t order 1911s much these days…mostly because I can’t take the heartache. Send a gun, send a bunch of money, andContinue reading “D&L Sports Custom Series 70 Colt”

Nelson Ford Q&A#35, Silver Creek Saddlery, Breech Face Polish, Apprentices, Pros/Cons Self Employ

Plenty to go through today, for those newer to the channel a quick explanation of the tiny NAA Bolo tie, then some 1911 feed talk, a little about peening cylinders and what it’s like being a one man show. Hope you enjoy.

Friday Fun

Marich Thomas B-55 Mike Force

Marich shared this picture of him in Vietnam in 1967 getting ready to go on patrol while in the B-55 Mike Force.

Ultimate Diaper Accessory

What baby wouldn’t have wanted his own peacemaker hanging off his diaper back in the day?

Jason Burton – Heirloom Precision Full House Custom Colt Combat Commander – 9mm

Classic Custom Colt Commander 9mm from Jason’s Arizona shop. This piece really embodies all Jason’s experience, taste and touches.

Some Vietnam War Stuff

I was going through my stuff the other day doing some re-organizing and thought I would take a couple of pictures of it posed up with my guns for some beauty shots. That is a real war era map below.

Real Avid Announces the Master Maintenance Collection for Glock

Real Avid, the leader in DIY for Guns®, understands that successful firearm tuning, modification, and maintenance is all about having the right tools for the job. To assist Glock pistol owners in their upgrading and cleaning endeavors, Real Avid has developed a comprehensive, one-and-done Master Maintenance Collection for servicing this proven handgun platform. The MasterContinue reading “Real Avid Announces the Master Maintenance Collection for Glock”