From 1911_purview This 1977 “large letter” Colt in .45 ACP was made by Lou Williamson out of Hurst Texas. It isn’t really a high end custom by today’s standards, but it was made by a true American gunsmith, so it’s worth its weight in gold to me. Guns sometimes find me, and this one cameContinue reading “Lous Williamson Custom 1977 Colt”
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Eric Zinn Custom Colt
1911_purview 1966 Colt in .45 ACP by Eric Zinn. Some years ago, I had a Caspian made by Eric and it was a great gun, but it was a Caspian. I try to upgrade (to a Colt) if the smith is alive and willing–just ask Lou Biondo and Luke Volkman who I badgered for years.Continue reading “Eric Zinn Custom Colt”
The Last Detail 1973
On the last Livestream, Drunken Yoda said something I have been hearing a lot lately. He mentioned he had been watching more and more older films. Lots of people I know are completely sick and tired of the lack of quality in modern film. A lot of movie fans are looking to the past forContinue reading “The Last Detail 1973”
I lost a testicle to an accidental discharge.
Well, it took ball to admit this. appendix carry is already stupid in my opinion. It’s extra stupid with a striker fired pistol.
Pete Single Custom Colt
1911_purview This Colt chambered in .45 ACP was built by one of America’s finest metalsmiths, the legendary Pete Single. Pete is often described as “the man behind the man” because, during the golden era of custom 1911 pistolsmithing, he performed checkering, machining, and precision metalwork for many of the most respected pistolsmiths in the UnitedContinue reading “Pete Single Custom Colt”
Pete Single Custom Colt
scarce_and_desirable Built by Pete Single for Bob Coyle, owner and driving force at Talo who commissioned the Wiley Clapp series from Colt, this is the first time Pete had his logo inlaid in gold. The Maryland master wanted something really special for Bob. It was at Bob’s firm insistence that all the Wiley Clapp gunsContinue reading “Pete Single Custom Colt”
“Knife, Pocket, General Purpose.” US Army
I looked a long time for one of these in new condition and a decent price made during the Vietnam War. I found I could have 2 of those conditions met but not all three. Therefore I opted for one made close to the war. I found this one made just after it ended andContinue reading ““Knife, Pocket, General Purpose.” US Army”
Rare & Unique Colt Revolvers, Homemade S&W “Cowboy” Guns & A Short Lived Military 45 Before The 45
A great mix of rare, unique and fun revolvers today, hope you enjoy.
Light Precision: Build Guide for the SPR and DMR Platforms
This article is shared from a guy who used to follow our writing over at LooseRounds and was inspired by us. He started his site as a sort of blog detailing his journey to being a better rifleman and its evolved into something more like what LooseRounds used to be. The gun world tends toContinue reading “Light Precision: Build Guide for the SPR and DMR Platforms”
George Worthy Combat Special – Custom Colt 1911 70 Series – GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE 45 ACP
A classic custom Colt 1911 from Veteran, Motorcycle enthusiast, and pistolsmith George ‘George of the Jungle’ Worthy.
Scattered Shots 