Today we talk about what to do when adjusting the extractor tension in a 1911 doesn’t seem to be working, ball powder vs flake powder in how it relates to burning forcing cones on K frame Smith & Wesson’s, a story from the Colorado School of Trades Circa 1979, Overstamps on Police Guns for collecting,Continue reading “Nelson Ford Q&A #10 1911 Extractor Tension, Ball Vs Flake Powders, Revolver Lifespan, Glasses Lenses”
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Faxon Firearms HARMONIX Suppressors
Faxon Firearms Unveils HARMONIX® Suppressors: Where Suppression Meets Equilibrium® Cincinnati, OH –— Faxon Firearms is proud to announce the launch of its new HARMONIX® Suppressor line, bringing together cutting-edge materials, precision 3D printing, and advanced flow dynamics to deliver a suppressor that finally ends the compromise between superb sound suppression and minimal backpressure. The HARMONIX®Continue reading “Faxon Firearms HARMONIX Suppressors”
Primary Arms Optics Launches SLx RS?10R Reflex Sight
HOUSTON, TEXAS — Primary Arms Optics is proud to announce the release of the SLx RS?10R Mini Reflex Sight, a new pistol red dot that builds on the proven performance of the RS?10 with expanded compatibility and advanced features. Originally unveiled at SHOT Show 2025, the RS?10R is now available for just $209.99 from PrimaryContinue reading “Primary Arms Optics Launches SLx RS?10R Reflex Sight”
Classic Custom Winchester Shotguns — Model 12 & 1897 — 12 & 20 Gauge — Simmons Gun Specialties
Really nice examples of Mid-century custom Shotguns, the 97 likely built for card/turkey shoots, and the 20 Ga Model 12 for upland bird chasing.
Improve Accuracy of Ammunition with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Concentricity Tool
Accuracy starts with precision. The Hornady® Lock-N-Load® Concentricity Tool helps shooters identify and correct bullet runout in hand-loaded and factory ammo, so every shot is as consistent as the last, whether on the range or in the field. Hornady delivers unmatched accuracy at every stage of the shooting experience. This level of performance demands attentionContinue reading “Improve Accuracy of Ammunition with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Concentricity Tool”
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Bovard: Waco, Epstein, & Washington’s War On Truth
Submitted by James Bovard How many atrocities can the federal government get away with? Americans are still vexed by the answers that Congress failed to deliver in 1995. Thirty summers ago, Washington was fixated by a Capitol Hill showdown over the greatest federal abuse of power of the decade. Unfortunately, trusting congressional hearings to discoverContinue reading “Bovard: Waco, Epstein, & Washington’s War On Truth”
Paris Theodore ASP
Here is a treat for everyone today. The ASP. The reworked M39 by Paris Theodore. You can see him in the photo. Not very easy to find these days since only about 3,000 of them ever got made.
B&T USA Brings Phoenix Redback and Drake Pistols Stateside
B&T USA is proud to announce the addition of Phoenix’s Redback and Drake pistols to its Import Line, bringing Swiss precision and competition-ready performance to American shooters. Forged from the legendary Sphinx lineage, these hand-built pistols are crafted in Interlaken, Switzerland, to exacting boutique tolerances, delivering unmatched accuracy and durability. The Phoenix Redback, a 4.5-inchContinue reading “B&T USA Brings Phoenix Redback and Drake Pistols Stateside”
Classic Early Richard Heinie — Full House Custom — Colt Combat Commander 1911 45 ACP
Superb early Number RH123 build from Richard’s Illinois shop. This 1973 Colt Combat Commander was built in 1980-81 and is a superb example of the craft in those days. Clearly an Homage to one of Heinie’s biggest influences, Jim Hoag.
Scattered Shots 