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The Legendary US Marine Corps Model 70 Sniper Rifle
From pre64win.com On May 29, 1942, eager to do their part in the war effort, Winchester shipped 373 model 70 standard .30-06 rifles to the US Marine Corps. Winchester requested the Marines evaluate the rifles generally for suitability of use in combat, and specifically for use as sniper rifles. Two months later the Marine CorpsContinue reading “The Legendary US Marine Corps Model 70 Sniper Rifle”
Marty Enloe Custom 1911
From 1911_purview Does it seem like a significant portion of the best 1911 pistol-smiths in the world (Yost, Burton, CT Brian, Lauck, Williams, Rogers, and Glenn) are hyper-congregated in the Phoenix Scottsdale area code? Well add Marty Enloe to that list. Marty was hired by industry legend Robbie Barrkman (a pioneer of Gunsite, who JeffContinue reading “Marty Enloe Custom 1911”
Some Very Old Fecker Items
Trump’s Overhaul Of The ATF Could Make Firearms Suppressors Easier To Purchase
From Zerohedge On Friday, February 7th, 2025, President Trump signed the first pro-Second Amendment Executive Order in US history – The order effectively reverses the unconstitutional firearm restrictions imposed by the Biden administration and empowers Attorney General Pam Bondi to conduct a review of all executive actions, regulations, guidance, and policies implemented under the previousContinue reading “Trump’s Overhaul Of The ATF Could Make Firearms Suppressors Easier To Purchase”
Another New Defiance Titanium Rifle Action
Columbia Falls, Montana – Defiance Machine is launching its second, NEW titanium bolt action. Introducing the Ti. This round-bodied action, made fordirect-mount scope rings, runs a75° bolt throw, giving you complete clearance with low-mounted scopes. The Ti is super light—16.1 oz (short), 16.7 oz (medium), and 17.1 oz (long). Designed for maximum weight savings, theContinue reading “Another New Defiance Titanium Rifle Action”
Radioactive Ring For Kids
A real Cold War Favorite! Back in 1947, General Mills’ KiX cereal offered kids what might be the most radioactive toy prize ever—the Atomic “Bomb” Ring—for just 15 cents and a box top. Also called the Lone Ranger Atomic Bomb Ring, this unusual piece of bling reflected America’s post-WWII fascination with atomic energy. The ringContinue reading “Radioactive Ring For Kids”
1911 Raider Holster
Berns Martin Calhoun City, Raider Holster for the Colt 45 1911 5” Government model. Sewn sight track, retention strap that can be used or snapped to the rear and military type brass wire belt hanger. I can say I’ve never laid my hands on one or even seen one other than in a print adContinue reading “1911 Raider Holster”
George Huening Custom Colt
From 1911_purview his gun is a dream come true for me. Two years ago I worked up enough nerve to call the legendary George Huening to ask him if he would build me a gun. He said what do you want, and I said I’ll leave it completely up to you, but I would likeContinue reading “George Huening Custom Colt”
SOG User Experience With The Gyrojet Pistol
During the war in Vietnam, SOG recon troops were sent a lot of unique and experimental weapons and gadgets to play around with and report back. One of those items is the famous Gyrojet pistol. You can see MOH Franklin D. Miller holding one tht belonged to MOH George Sisler after he was KIA. TheContinue reading “SOG User Experience With The Gyrojet Pistol”
Scattered Shots 