Today we answer questions and comments about S&W Single Stack 9mm’s, Shooting Magnums through modern S&W Classic Series K frames with full forcing cones and my thoughts about the infamous Hillary Hole (and why I care more about frame mounted firing pins) as well as learning that Florida Highway Patrol on top of having NickelContinue reading “Nelson Ford Q&A #27, Colt Gold Cup Carry, Nickel Colt Troopers, Hillary Hole & S&W Single Stacks”
Category Archives: Thoughts
US ERDL & Woodland Camouflage Patterns 1948-1981
Posted by Alex Valli on September 6, 2024 US ‘Leaf’ and Woodland camouflage patterns are a source of significant debate among collectors. Their lineage can be traced back to the late 1940s, and despite a rocky introduction to the US Military, basic elements of the original pattern can be identified throughout its evolution. With numerous iterationsContinue reading “US ERDL & Woodland Camouflage Patterns 1948-1981”
LEFT THE RANGE-Toby Todd
Mr. Todd was a friend I met on facebook. A super nice guy with what seemed like endless energy and zest. Wonderful sense of humor and willingness to share his stories and pictures from his time in SOG with everyone. When his friend Joe Walker died he was hit hard. The two were very close.Continue reading “LEFT THE RANGE-Toby Todd”
Early M&P Smith & Wesson; The Workhorse For American Law Enforcement And Why They Are The Best
Today we take an in depth and inside look at an early M&P, highlighting features not seen in American Manufacturing in 100 years.
Robert Miller – Miller Custom Gunsmithing Full House Les Baer 1911 45 ACP.
Straight class build from Robert Miller. Based on a Les Baer frame this 1911 is built tight and smooth, classic features and looks.
Novak’s 45 Shop — 1976 Colt Combat Commander — Custom Carry 45 ACP
Shawn’s Rules & Advice For Life
1. If something does not make sense, you should leave it alone and walk away from it because persisting in trying to make sense of it is not only a waste of time but also bound to drive you crazy. 2. If a problem has no immediate solution, then it is not a problem butContinue reading “Shawn’s Rules & Advice For Life”
Jim Garthwaite Custom – Browning Hi Power – Craig Spegel Grips – 9mm
Really classy Custom P35 from the hands of Jim Garthwaite, this Hi Power has many of his signature touches and is topped with a stunning set of Spegel grips. A very high-brow 9mm!
LAPD Grip Makers With Special Guest Matt Olivier; Stark, Blackford, “Fuzzy” Farrant, Hurst & Hogue
Today we have a special guest, Matt Olivier of M&H Classics he is a Gun Collector, Seller, Writer and Aficionado, we’re lucky to have him here as he educates us on the Magnificent 5 LAPD grip makers from the 1960’s. Walter Stark, Joe Blackford, Fuzzy Farrant, John Hurst & Guy Hogue made up the 5Continue reading “LAPD Grip Makers With Special Guest Matt Olivier; Stark, Blackford, “Fuzzy” Farrant, Hurst & Hogue”
Merry Christmas ( & Site Schedule)
Merry Christmas, guys. We are gonna take a few days off and wind things down till the new years. I will post some fun stuff maybe once a day but not the usual 4 posts a day during the week. I’m going to try to relax before the avalanche of press releases and news comeContinue reading “Merry Christmas ( & Site Schedule)”
