Category Archives: Guns

There are two reasons we want to grease certain parts on the M1. The first reason is we require reliable function, the second reason is to reduce wear. The military was focused on reliable weapon function and less on long-term serviceability. The grease locations shown in the service manuals are designed to promote proper function.Continue reading “Greasing The M1 Garand”

By thinking about these things, you may find you are actually lacking in defensive essential gear.

By Kevin O’Brien The US model 1903 Springfield rifle was made in five major versions. New entrents to collecting American martial arms sometimes struggle to tell these very similar rifles apart, but actually it’s pretty easy. Here’s a Springfield cheat sheet to take with you to the fun show: The rifle lasted decades more, but the sight didn’t. ThereContinue reading “Springfield Rifles, What’s The Difference”

I build so few guns that are left natural Stainless, this Colt 38 Super reminds me how nice they can look. New production o1911C with crummy lasered roll marks fixed by a skilled hand engraver to give them life again.-Karl https://www.kgbcustom.com

Pistol_purview Colt 70 series 1911 in .45 ACP —an absolutely drum tight (on Acurails) shooting machine with a Barsto hard fit barrel, hand checkering, blended beaver tail, and Bomar rear sight, by retired police officer Bill Thompson (Bill’s Custom Automatics). This gun came out of Anchorage Alaska, and was made by Bill when he livedContinue reading “Bill Thompson Custom Colt”

Prettiest Behlert Ever? I think so, and just in time for that 4th of July BBQ! Some Doctor sent Austin a brand new Factory engraved 70 Series. . . cause, they are all base guns– Karl

by: Germán A. Salazar I love the Remington 40X rifles, I began shooting in 1971 with a .22 LR 40X, the old straight handle 722 type which my father bought for me; it was an older but pristine rifle at the time.  Years later, I was introduced to Highpower shooting with a friend’s Model 70; I then sought out a centerfireContinue reading “The 40XL – What Remington Should Have Made!”

from pistol_purview Colt 70 series 1911 in 45 ACP by Mr. Dave Laubert (Defensive Creations) out of Alliance Ohio. Years ago I saw a rather avant garde slab side revolver made by Dave. I loved it so much I called him and did the unthinkable…I ordered a wheel gun. Why not? It however fell shortContinue reading “Dave Laubert Custom Colt”