A Classic 1911 in 45 ACP built by Jim Hoag in the 70s, this gun was likely fielded by a LEO in its heyday. Now fully restored by me to closer emulate Jim’s Mastergrade guns, I really love breathing new life into these classics.
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Inland Manufacturing Unveils New Line of High-Performance
Suppressors: I-CAN, I-CAN II, and Monocore Set for October 1 Release Inland Manufacturing, LLC, a veteran-owned leader in new historical firearms, today announced the launch of three groundbreaking suppressors designed for superior sound reduction, ease of maintenance, and durability. The I-CAN, I-CAN II, and Monocore models will hit the market on October 1, 2025, expandingContinue reading “Inland Manufacturing Unveils New Line of High-Performance”
Bondi DOJ Opposes Missouri’s Second Amendment Preservation Act
Submitted by Aidan Johnston of Gun Owners of America, The Department of Justice under Attorney General Pam Bondi has continued to attack Missouri’s Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA), treating it much the same way the Biden administration did. That decision is striking, because it puts Bondi’s DOJ at odds with both the text of the ConstitutionContinue reading “Bondi DOJ Opposes Missouri’s Second Amendment Preservation Act”
Nelson Ford Q&A #15, The NAA Bolo Tie, Building Or Buying A Heirloom 1911, Home Gunsmithing
Friday Fun
Limited Edition Ruger Blackhawk “Premier”
The Ruger Blackhawk “Premier” is a Custom & Collectable Firearms, 1 of 200 sequentially numbered limited series. This remarkable firearm, which includes cylinders in .45 LC & .45 ACP, embodies the essence of sophistication and charm. Featuring a classic color case-hardened design paired with authentically crafted stag grips, it stands as a testament to theContinue reading “Limited Edition Ruger Blackhawk “Premier””
Beretta USA Relaunches the Iconic M9A1 Pistol
Beretta USA is proud to announce the return of the legendary Beretta M9A1 9mm pistol to the U.S. market. After years of proven service with the U.S. Armed Forces and trusted use worldwide, the M9A1 is once again available to American shooters. Forged in combat and relied upon by generations of service members, the M9A1Continue reading “Beretta USA Relaunches the Iconic M9A1 Pistol”
K.K.V. Casey
Captain K.K.V. Casey, the most outstanding military marksman of the Krag era.
The Guns of Skeeter and Bart Skelton
Viridian’s RFX1 Green Dot Reflex Sight for the Ruger LCP MAX
The Smallest Green Dot Sight on the Market—Built to Unlock the Full Potential of the Ultimate Concealed Carry Pistol MINNEAPOLIS, MN. – Viridian Weapon Technologies proudly announces the release of the RFX1 Green Dot Reflex Sight, the first and only optic engineered exclusively for the Ruger® LCP® MAX. Designed to deliver unmatched accuracy, lightning-fast targetContinue reading “Viridian’s RFX1 Green Dot Reflex Sight for the Ruger LCP MAX”
Scattered Shots 