Shawn

John Gallagher Custom Ruger Bisley Vaquero — Lightweight 44 Magnum

Classic take on the “Perfect Packin Pistol’, this custom Bisley Vaquero 44 Magnum has some interesting work on it and some trick internal lightening.

FLoyd Aikman Bullseye 1911

1911_purview This 38 super (wadcutter) was accurized by Bullseye shooter extraordinaire Floyd Aikman out of Howell Township New Jersey. Grips were made by Steve Herrett but they were brought back to life by @seans_ugly_grips_ Mr. Aikman died in 2013.

THE BIG RED ONE (1980)

The Big Red One is a World War II movie from 1980, and it seems like I never hear anyone talk about it anymore. It was made independently but has been overshadowed recently by more modern versions of World War II stories, like Saving Private Ryan. This is a shame because it is excellent. ItContinue reading “THE BIG RED ONE (1980)”

Bamboozled Once Again…

Authored by Jim Quinn via The Burning Platform blog, “One of the saddest lessons of history is this: If we’ve been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. We’re no longer interested in finding out the truth. The bamboozle has captured us. It’s simply too painful to acknowledge, even toContinue reading “Bamboozled Once Again…”

Friday Fun

Model 70, US Property, with a 14X Unertl

A true classic in .30-06 Springfield.

Wilson Combat 1911 SF “Cave Gun”

From Larry VIckers, an interesting bit of US Army SF 1911 history. Have you all heard of the early-mid 2000’s Wilson Combat “Cave Guns”? Pretty cool gun. SF had requested a railed 1911 for use in the dark caves in the Middle East to hunt down bad guys. These are made up of Wilson CombatContinue reading “Wilson Combat 1911 SF “Cave Gun””

Thompson Tricks; Common Issues & Fixes To Keep Your Tommy Running

I’ve worked on Thompson’s for collector’s, shooter’s and Police Departments for the last 30 years, while it’s not something lots of folks need to know, I’ve been asked, and think it’s a good idea to pass on what I know about getting them running when they stop working. Hope you enjoy.

The AR15ization Of The AK

A Golden Oldie from the Groveyard of Forgotten Favorites from the Old Site. This one from Howard talking about the AK being turned into the AR. Shawn and I have been talking about this for a while, and we weren’t sure how we wanted to approach the subject. I swear if I had a nickleContinue reading “The AR15ization Of The AK”

The Korean War Week 102 – American Bioweapons on Korean Soil? – June 2, 1952

The Chinese continue their campaign of accusing the US of practicing germ warfare in North Korea and Manchuria. Meanwhile in South Korea, Syngman Rhee has declared martial law in Pusan as part of his campaign to remain in power.