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Bobby COgan Custom Series 70 Colt

From 1911_purview OG 70 series 1911 Colt in slow moving .45 ACP by my man Bobby Cogan out of Newville Alabama. It’s all there for me—welded and snugged up factory Colt barrel, beaver tail grip safety, Swenson ambi safety, front and rear cocking serrations, checkered front strap, MSH, and rear of the slide, gross MilletContinue reading “Bobby COgan Custom Series 70 Colt”

Viridian Launches VENTA Green Dot Engineered for Modern Rifle Platforms

Viridian Weapon Technologies announces the launch of the VENTA Green Dot, a premium rifle optic engineered for shooters who demand speed, clarity, and uncompromising performance. Designed to enhance everything from duty rifles to range-ready builds, the VENTA delivers precision in a compact, rugged footprint. With its crisp 2 MOA green dot, fully multi-coated 1x22mm lens,Continue reading “Viridian Launches VENTA Green Dot Engineered for Modern Rifle Platforms”

The Most Dangerous Grave In The US

From Beyond5000 This is the only radioactive grave in the United States and it has been sealed in Arlington Cemetery since 1961. It belongs to Richard Leroy McKinley, one of the three men killed in the SL 1 nuclear accident, the first and only fatal reactor accident in American history. On 3 January 1961, theContinue reading “The Most Dangerous Grave In The US”

Armand Swenson — Early 1970’s — Classic Custom Carry Colt Commander — 45 ACP

Armand, best known for his squared guards, S&W Sights, Ambi Safeties and Hardchrome finishes also built many, more basic carry guns such as this one. Classic early 70s build from Armand’s Gardena California shop.

JoJo’s Gunworks Custom 1911

Pistol_purview This bitch-ass 80 series commander, chambered in diminutive 9mm, was built by Jody Joseph (JoJo’s Gunworks) out of Southington Connecticut. This 1911 is slick as chicken grease on monkey bars, riding on bilateral piano wire. Jody tragically lost his life in 2021 (at 55) after a hard fought battle with cancer. Check your leadContinue reading “JoJo’s Gunworks Custom 1911”

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Armand Swenon Memorabilia

Man this is so cool. I have to admit, when I saw this I was big jelly. From Masters of The 1911 I recently picked up a small Armand Swenson archive which originally came from his neighbor in Fallbrook Calif. The pictures shown are unpublished and were taken with a 35mm camera in the midContinue reading “Armand Swenon Memorabilia”

Wired Glazes Karl’s Troon Terror Squad

I don’t know who these boys are but this clipped segment popped up for me. They have a lot to say about the gun world’s favorite Cuck Satanist and Antifa booster, Karl Kasarda. I am surprised how much more relaxed youtube’s TOS have gotten lately. Needless to say, I agree with everything they said.

SOG “Get Out Of Jail Free” ID Card

I have read and heard about these many times over the years. SOG personnel were issued these IDs that let them get away with all kinds of stuff. Both on official business and while going too far on their down time. Very neat to see one turn up.

Russ Carniak Custom Series 70 Colt

Pistol_purview 1978 70 series Colt in .45 ACP by Russ Carniak out of a shop called “The Acurizer” in Troy Michigan. Carniak was a civil engineer turned custom 1911 pistolsmith. Carniak’s father was a machinist in Detroit, so he grew up around this work. I guess it’s in the blood as they say because hisContinue reading “Russ Carniak Custom Series 70 Colt”