1911_purview Colt 70 series in .45 ACP built by Nelson Ford out of Phoenix AZ. This gun features Kings 201 strong side thumb safety, a Novak rear sight and Nelson’s pathognomonic front sight. Nelson still works on pistols, but he crossed over to the dark side—the wheel gun guys got him. Post build modifications: checkeringContinue reading “Nelson FOrd Custom Colt 1911”
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Ted Yost – Estate Sporting Limited – Full House Custom Colt Slant Groove 1911 Govt – 45 ACP
Classic build by Ted Yost on a great and rare base Colt, the 60’s Slant Groove Govt Model. This one nicely topped with beautiful Craig Spegel grips.
Marlin 336; America’s Deer Rifle & Brush Gun With Rare Gunsight Police Scout, Marauder, Texas Models
Today with our Guest Matt we go over a long requested look at the Marlin 336. With 6 examples to look at and go over, ranging from extremely rare Gunsight Police Scout, to the plane jane guns that we, and our Dad’s, Grandpa’s and Friends took deer with and went camping with our whole lives.
Wilson/Vickers 1911 Mags Back
This is good news. To me anyway. Some policy decision and change at Wilson has happened according to Larry and now all of his Vickers stuff is back for sell at Wilson Combat’s website. All of it vanished when LAV got into his little spot of trouble ( illegal machine guns) but I guess reconsiderationContinue reading “Wilson/Vickers 1911 Mags Back”
Ozark Custom Springfield
1911_purview This Mil-Spec Springfield in .45 ACP was built by KJ Phillips out Ozark Custom Guns in Berryville Arkansas. KJ started building guns at Wilson Combat in 2011, moved over to Nighthawk for a spell, and then set out on his own in 2022 creating Ozark Custom Guns. My understanding is that he has movedContinue reading “Ozark Custom Springfield”
Myth Of M1 Carbine Penetration Failures in Korea
If there is an oft told tale of US service rifle failure more common than the myth of the M16 being UN-reliable, it is the tales of the failures of the M1 carbine in the Korean war, to penetrate the thick coats worn by communist soldiers. Anyone who is interested in US ordnance history orContinue reading “Myth Of M1 Carbine Penetration Failures in Korea”
D&L Sports Custom Series 70 Colt
Colt 70 series 1911 in 45 ACP by Dave Lauck ((D&L Sports) out of Chino Valley AZ. Does it seem like some of the best 1911 smiths in the country live in AZ? I don’t order 1911s much these days…mostly because I can’t take the heartache. Send a gun, send a bunch of money, andContinue reading “D&L Sports Custom Series 70 Colt”
Nelson Ford Q&A#35, Silver Creek Saddlery, Breech Face Polish, Apprentices, Pros/Cons Self Employ
Plenty to go through today, for those newer to the channel a quick explanation of the tiny NAA Bolo tie, then some 1911 feed talk, a little about peening cylinders and what it’s like being a one man show. Hope you enjoy.
Jason Burton – Heirloom Precision Full House Custom Colt Combat Commander – 9mm
Classic Custom Colt Commander 9mm from Jason’s Arizona shop. This piece really embodies all Jason’s experience, taste and touches.
KGB Customs Full House Classic Carry Colt Lightweight Commander — 9MM
A neat Custom Colt Commander Carry gun I built, leaned way into the Lightweight idea with Alloy parts.
Scattered Shots 