Some thoughts on the original 1911 guide rod from custom_handguns on instagram. There is a very simple part on the 1911 that is maligned, misunderstood and IMO has never been improved on by modern technology. I have seen multiple failures leading to malfunctions and even frame damage caused by “aftermarket” solid stainless 1911 recoil springContinue reading “1911 Guide Rod”
Category Archives: Thoughts
The Enemy ( Why We CCW )
Originally Posted By BurnedOutLEO: The Enemy Some may object to me calling hold up men “the enemy”. You can call them whatever you like. I can assure you however they are as deadly an enemy as you will find anywhere but the battlefield. Even many soldiers probably lack the viciousness and utter disregard for lifeContinue reading “The Enemy ( Why We CCW )”
Morris Custom Pistols – Mark Morris – 1990 Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911 45 ACP
Don Fisher — Aurora Colorado — Custom Colt Commanders — 45ACP
The History and Components of The US Military’s ALICE and LINCLOE LCE Systems
An interesting video in my opinion. This covers in pretty good detail the short lived gear used after M-67 nylon stuff in late Vietnam and before the ALICE adoption. I bet a few of you used some of this stuff in the early days.
Wind River 2017
Wind River is a 2017 neo-western movie that was written and directed by Taylor Sheridan. It wasn’t a major release at the time, but it was successful. It was something of a sleeper which is a shame as it is very, very good. I have been trying to turn people on to Sheridan’s movies forContinue reading “Wind River 2017”
Dean King — DW King Gun Sight Custom — First Gen 1937 Colt Single Action Army SAA 45
Austin Behlert Custom! — Colt 1911 Compgun — Full Profile Fingergroove 45 ACP
Important Website News
Not gonna be any posts for the rest of the week. My Mom has had a serious health issue that is gonna keep me from the normal posting for the rest of the week. She is OK as of now and looks likes it’s ok but I have to drive out of town to theContinue reading “Important Website News”
Scattered Shots 